Curator – Godalming Museum

Aim Museums; Godalming; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Godalming Museum is seeking an experienced Curator to lead the work of the Museum, line manage all staff and oversee our exhibition programme.

The post-holder will care for the permanent displays, lead on documentation and collections care, and work closely with the Museum Support Manager, Education & Outreach Officer, Museum Assistant and volunteers to offer a friendly, engaging service to the local community. Hours: 22.5 hours per week; permanent contract; applications close 11 November 2026.

Responsibilities

• Lead the work of the Museum and line manage all staff.
• Oversee the exhibition programme and the care/presentation of permanent displays.
• Lead on documentation and collections care.
• Work with the Museum Support Manager, Education & Outreach Officer, Museum Assistant and volunteers to offer a welcoming, engaging service to the local community.

Job description

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexibility in hours is required)

Terms: Permanent

An exciting, permanent opportunity has arisen to join the small but dynamic team at Godalming Museum in the role of Curator. The Godalming Museum is a friendly local history museum which is operated in partnership between The Godalming Museum Trust and Godalming Town Council.

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic museum professional to lead the work of the Museum. The Curator will line manage all other museum staff, support and advise the Godalming Museum Trust, deliver our exhibition programme, be responsible for the care and presentation of our permanent displays, and will lead on documentation and collections care. This varied role offers the post-holder ample opportunity to use their skills and experience to shape the direction of the museum.

The post-holder will have excellent written and oral communication skills, extensive and demonstrable museum experience, and will be self-motivated and able to use their initiative.

The Curator will work closely with the Museum Support Manager, Education & Outreach Officer, Museum Assistant, and our fantastic team of volunteers to offer a friendly, welcoming, and engaging museum service to our local community.

Applications close: Wednesday 11 November 2026