Exhibitions and Collections Assistant (Full Time)

MDSE; Southampton; Híbrido; GBP 30.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Generous holidays

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Southampton City Council’s Museums, Art Gallery and Heritage Service invites applications for an Exhibitions and Collections Assistant (Full Time) to support delivering exhibitions, displays and collections activity across the city’s venues.

You will assist with planning, preparation, installation, documentation, and day-to-day care of objects, working with curators and venue teams to create audience-focused displays and inclusive visitor experiences.

Formación

• Strong interest in exhibitions, collections and audience engagement.
• Prior experience in at least one of these areas is preferred.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence handling information and objects with inclusive, high-quality visitor experiences.

Responsabilidades

• Support the delivery of exhibitions, displays and collections activity.
• Assist with exhibition planning, preparation, installation, documentation, object movement and environmental monitoring.
• Collaborate with curators, exhibitions colleagues, learning, marketing and venue teams to create audience-focused displays and engagement activity.

Descripción del empleo

Exhibitions and Collections Assistant (Full Time)

Exhibitions and Collections Assistant (Full Time)Organisation: Southampton City Council Reference No. 17125 Location: Southampton Salary: £29,742 - £32,046 per annum Benefits: What we can offer you:Salary: The salary band for this role is £29,742 - 32,046 (Pro Rata). The starting salary is £29,742 (Pro Rata) with annual progression through the salary bands.Here at Southampton City Council we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.Excellent local government pension with 15.2% employer contributionDeath in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and serviceFlexible working options (role-dependent)Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for DependentsTraining and development, including coaching and mentoringHealth and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networksVeteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces CovenantRetail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platformDiscounted memberships at local sports and fitness centresSustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loansEmployee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteerFor further information on our benefits package please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

The Role

As Exhibitions and Collections Assistant, you will support the delivery of exhibitions, displays and collections activity that helps Southampton’s arts and heritage collections reach their full potential. You will assist with exhibition planning, preparation, installation, documentation, object movement, environmental monitoring and day-to-day collections care.

You will work closely with curators, exhibitions colleagues, learning, marketing and venue teams to help create audience-focused displays and engagement activity. The role includes supporting access to collections through talks, tours, digital content, learning activity, social media, volunteer involvement and inclusive interpretation.

About you

We are looking for someone with a strong interest in collections, exhibitions and audience engagement, with prior experience in at least one of those areas, who can work accurately, practically and collaboratively. You will need good organisational skills, attention to detail, confidence handling information and objects, and a commitment to inclusive, accessible and high-quality visitor experiences.

Closing date: 25/10/2026

Exhibitions and Collections Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity to join Southampton City Council’s Museum and Gallery Team in the role of Full Time Exhibitions and Collections Assistant.

About us

The Museums, Art Gallery and Heritage Service sits within Southampton City Council’s Culture and Tourism Division and plays a vital role in sharing, celebrating and caring for Southampton’s rich art, history and heritage. Through Southampton City Art Gallery, SeaCity Museum, Tudor House & Garden and the city’s collections, we create opportunities for people to explore stories, ideas and experiences that connect communities, visitors and future generations.

We are a public-facing, people-centred service that brings together collections, exhibitions, learning, engagement, volunteering, commercial activity and venue operations. Our teams work collaboratively to provide welcoming, inclusive, safe and inspiring experiences for residents, schools, families, partners, communities and visitors to the city.

Joining the service means being part of a creative, supportive and ambitious team that is committed to excellent visitor experience, meaningful community connection and responsible care of the city’s heritage assets.

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