Textile Conservation Trainee: Hands-on Studio Experience

National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty; Norwich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Job summary

The Textile Conservation Intern role at National Trust’s Blickling Textiles studio near Norwich offers hands-on training in textile conservation. You will work under supervision on practical treatments in the studio and on site, supporting equipment management and preventive care as you build core conservation skills.

We seek recent graduates with a recognised conservation qualification, strong needlework skills, and an interest in textile history, who can work to deadlines and communicate

Qualifications

• Recognised conservation qualification at degree level or higher.
• Good understanding of textile techniques and excellent needlework skills.
• Understanding of conservation science or textile history context is beneficial.
• Good team working with a flexible approach and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including public presentations.
• Ability to work at height from scaffold towers and ladders (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Undertake practical treatments in studio and on site under supervision.
• Assist and support staff with equipment organisation and maintenance.
• Undertake preventive conservation activities within the studio.
• Demonstrate drive, commitment and willingness to learn; a strong start for a conservation career.

Skills

Textile techniques understanding

Needlework skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Public speaking

Height work ability

Education

Conservation qualification (degree level or higher)

Job description

The Textile Conservation Intern role at National Trust’s Blickling Textiles studio near Norwich offers hands-on training in textile conservation. You will work under supervision on practical treatments in the studio and on site, supporting equipment management and preventive care as you build core conservation skills.

We seek recent graduates with a recognised conservation qualification, strong needlework skills, and an interest in textile history, who can work to deadlines and communicate