Conservator: Preserve Heritage, Engage Audiences

Oxfordshire County Council; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Oxfordshire seeks a dedicated Conservator to ensure the preservation of an extensive collection at the Oxfordshire Museum Service. The successful candidate will monitor environmental conditions, perform conservation tasks, and engage with the public. Strong communication and a relevant degree are essential to applying. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

10% discount in the Museum Café and Shop

30 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in conservation or a related field.
• Professional conservation qualification with accredited status.
• Experience in a museum environment as a Conservator is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain environmental conditions for collections.
• Carry out preventive and remedial conservation.
• Support loans, exhibitions, and public programming.

Skills

Conservation techniques

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy

Understanding of preventive care for collections

Education

Relevant degree in Conservation

Professional conservation qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Collections management systems/databases

Job description

A local government authority in Oxfordshire seeks a dedicated Conservator to ensure the preservation of an extensive collection at the Oxfordshire Museum Service. The successful candidate will monitor environmental conditions, perform conservation tasks, and engage with the public. Strong communication and a relevant degree are essential to applying. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.