Communities Curator

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Southampton is seeking a Communities Curator to join the Engagement & Learning team. The role involves coordinating community programs and developing projects with artists. Candidates should have experience in engagement within contemporary art and strong multi-tasking skills. This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, and applications are due by October 17, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a similar role and environment.
• Good knowledge of engagement and learning within a contemporary art setting.
• Experience of multi-tasking and outreach work.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the JHG Ambassadors Programme.
• Help establish the Beacons Programme for entry-level creative employees.
• Generate new projects with and alongside community and artists.
• Contribute to fresh approaches to co-creation and socially engaged practices.

Skills

Engagement and learning knowledge

Multi-tasking

Outreach work

Job description

Overview

Location: Studio 144, Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DU.

Helping to deliver our innovative programme for schools, colleges, community groups, families and young people, the Communities Curator will be part of the Engagement & Learning team at John Hansard Gallery. John Hansard Gallery is a leading contemporary art gallery, part of the University of Southampton and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. The Communities Curator will co-ordinate the JHG Ambassadors Programme and help establish the Beacons Programme for entry-level creative employees. They will generate new projects with and alongside community and artists, feeding into fresh approaches to co-creation and socially engaged practices.

The role requires experience in a similar role and environment, with a good knowledge of engagement and learning within a contemporary art setting. Experience of multi-tasking and outreach work is important.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the JHG Ambassadors Programme.
• Help establish the Beacons Programme for entry-level creative employees.
• Generate new projects with and alongside community and artists.
• Contribute to fresh approaches to co-creation and socially engaged practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience of working in a similar role and environment.
• Good knowledge of engagement and learning within a contemporary art setting.
• Experience of multi-tasking and outreach work.

Application Details

Deadline for completed applications: Friday 17 October 2025.

If you are interested in either position, there will be an opportunity to meet Lynne Dick, Head of Programme (Engagement and Learning) on Tuesday 7 October and Monday 13 October to find out more about the role. Please contact [e-mail] for more information and to book a time slot.

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.

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