Workshop Supervisor / Master Technician

Air Liquide; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural organization in Bradford is seeking a Gallery Manager – Head of Gallery. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of gallery leadership, from curatorial vision to operations and partnerships. Key responsibilities include developing exhibitions and public engagement initiatives, managing budgets, and leading a multidisciplinary team while ensuring the Gallery's mission aligns with its values. The role also includes significant public outreach and fundraising efforts, requiring a strong background in museum leadership and cultural engagement.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in museums or cultural institutions.
• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams.
• Experience in developing exhibitions of national significance.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the artistic direction of the Gallery.
• Oversee visitor services and facilities management.
• Recruit and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
• Build strategic relationships with cultural institutions.
• Champion the Gallery's vision through public engagement.
• Lead fundraising initiatives to secure resources.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team development

Partnership-building

Fundraising

Public engagement

Cultural understanding

Education

Master's degree in Art History

Job description

About Greensville Trust

Greensville Trust is a faith‑based charity inspired by the timeless values of service, integrity and excellence. Operating across education, health and wellbeing, enterprise, and hospitality, the Trust uplifts communities by combining professionalism with compassion and respect. Rooted in faith yet universal in impact, its mission is to nurture individuals who live with purpose, benefit others and embody ihsan (excellence) in all aspects of life.

About the Mustafa Gallery

The Mustafa Gallery is a key expression of Greensville Trust’s global and multicultural ethos, a space where art, spirituality and scholarship come together to illuminate humanity’s shared pursuit of beauty and meaning. Dedicated to exploring the artistic and cultural heritage of the Islamic world, the Gallery showcases sacred relics, calligraphy, geometric design, manuscript traditions and crafted forms that speak to universal themes of creativity, devotion and interconnectedness.

To support this mission, the Gallery is organised into three curated zones:

• Islamic Heritage Zone – Displaying classical and contemporary expressions of Islamic art, including sacred relics, manuscripts, devotional objects, and masterworks of calligraphy, geometry and design.
• Rotating Exhibition Zone – Hosting temporary exhibitions that highlight global artistic traditions, intercultural collaborations and thematic explorations that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Local Context Zone – Celebrating the creativity and history of the surrounding community, this space provides a platform for regional artists, community‑led projects and stories that anchor the Gallery within its local cultural landscape.

Central to the Gallery’s identity is the preservation and presentation of treasures connected to the life and prophecy of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Through exhibitions, research, educational programmes and public dialogue, the Gallery offers visitors from all backgrounds a deeper engagement with Islam’s spiritual, artistic and cultural legacy.

Purpose of the Role

The Gallery Manager – Head of Gallery (Chief Curator) oversees every aspect of gallery leadership, from curatorial vision and educational programming to operations, partnerships, fundraising and team development. The role ensures the Gallery fulfils its mission as a centre of excellence in Islamic art, heritage and intercultural understanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Curatorial Leadership – Shape and deliver the Gallery’s artistic and curatorial direction in alignment with Greensville Trust’s mission and values; develop an ambitious programme of exhibitions, research, publications and public engagement initiatives; integrate themes of prophecy, spirituality, intercultural exchange and artistic innovation throughout collections and learning programmes; oversee acquisitions, conservation and scholarly research; ensure exhibitions and collections meet UKRG standards in accreditation and ethical principles.
• Operational & Organisational Leadership – Oversee facilities, visitor services, exhibition logistics, collections management and IT systems; manage budgets, allocate resources and plan for long‑term sustainability; maintain strong governance, accreditation, quality standards, compliance and reporting frameworks; develop and implement effective policies and procedures.
• Team Leadership & Development – Recruit, lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team spanning curatorial, education, conservation, operations and administration; develop a culture of collaboration, respect and shared purpose; support staff development, mentorship and training; lead volunteers, interns and community contributors.
• Partnerships, Networks & Sector Engagement – Build and sustain strategic relationships with museums, galleries, institutions, donors, artists and scholars worldwide; develop partnerships for exhibition exchange and collaborative research; represent the Gallery at conferences, forums and sector events; serve as an ambassador for Islamic art and cross‑cultural understanding.
• Public Engagement & Advocacy – Champion the Gallery’s vision through public speaking, media engagement and thought leadership; ensure exhibitions and programmes are inclusive, accessible and meaningful to diverse communities; deliver workshops, talks and learning programmes that connect heritage with global cultural conversations; promote initiatives supporting artists and craftspeople.
• Fundraising & Financial Sustainability – Lead fundraising, sponsorship and philanthropic initiatives to secure sustainable resources; develop meaningful relationships with donors, patrons and institutional funders; ensure transparency, accountability and ethical stewardship across all development activities.
• Standards, Accreditation & Professional Compliance – Lead the Gallery’s progression toward recognised UK and international museum standards; ensure compliance with museum accreditation schemes, conservation benchmarks, safeguarding practices and ethical collection standards; oversee development of policies, documentation and systems required for accreditation readiness and ongoing compliance; promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Experience

• Substantial professional experience in museums, galleries or cultural institutions, including curatorial work and strategic management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee operations, budgets and programme delivery.
• Experience developing exhibitions, research and public engagement of national or international significance.
• Successful record of partnership‑building, fundraising and stakeholder engagement in the cultural sector.
• Advanced research experience in Islamic Art, Islamic Studies or related fields (desirable).
• International experience in museum leadership, cross‑cultural initiatives or collaborative exhibitions (desirable).
• Contributions to thought leadership through publications, advisory roles or conference participation (desirable).

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s) in Art History, Museum Studies, Islamic Art, Cultural Heritage or related field.
• Candidates without formal qualifications but with substantial senior‑level experience in gallery or museum leadership, curatorial practice and sector engagement will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex cultural or faith‑based institutions and deliver strategic vision may be considered equivalent to formal academic credentials.

Additional Information

The Gallery Manager – Head of Gallery will be based at the Mustafa Mount site in Bradford, with occasional travel to other Greensville Trust locations. Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required to support the operational needs of the Trust.

How To Apply

To apply for this role, please send your current CV along with a covering letter detailing your skills and experience in relation to the job description in no more than 1200 words to: [e-mail].

Closing Date for Applications

19.12.2025