Gallery Host: Visitor Experience & Donations

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Oxford is seeking friendly Gallery Assistants to enhance visitor experiences at its History of Science Museum. The role includes welcoming visitors, providing information, and ensuring smooth gallery operation. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable in a busy environment. This position offers flexible hours with opportunities for supervisory roles and comes with excellent benefits such as a contributory pension scheme and generous leave.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles preferred.
• Confident in engaging with diverse audiences.
• Able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and provide information.
• Assist with gallery operations and security.
• Highlight key objects on display.

Skills

Customer engagement

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Job description

A prestigious academic institution in Oxford is seeking friendly Gallery Assistants to enhance visitor experiences at its History of Science Museum. The role includes welcoming visitors, providing information, and ensuring smooth gallery operation. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable in a busy environment. This position offers flexible hours with opportunities for supervisory roles and comes with excellent benefits such as a contributory pension scheme and generous leave.