Job Description

Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.



Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.



That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create.



We are looking for an Assistant Curator of Collections and Interiors to join our team. You'll be on a fixed term, part time basis, working 21.6 hours per week.



The Benefits



Salary from 25,906 pro rata, depending on skills, experience and location 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years Matched pension contributions up to 10% Flexible hours The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector Apprenticeship opportunities Subscriptions to professional bodies Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members 25% discount in our shops and cafes Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave Options to buy additional leave An inclusive working atmosphere everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events

This is a great opportunity for someone to develop their experience as a Curator working mainly with Roman archaeological collections from the World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall, based at Corbridge Roman Site.



As Assistant Curator of Collections and Interiors, you will work with the Collections Curator and broader North Collections team to care for, research, and promote the collection.



You will support the Collections Curator in researching and developing stories within the National Heritage Collection. You will work alongside the Curator, Conservator, Collections Management team and Collection Volunteers to ensure excellent documentation and care of stored collections. You will have the opportunity to lead smaller scale projects around research, access and engagement, and content delivery.



To be considered as an Assistant Curator of Collections and Interiors, you'll need:



Degree in history, archaeology or a relevant, related subject, or equivalent experience. Experience of working with museum collections. Experience of working with volunteers. Ability to communicate information clearly, concisely and authoritatively to specialists and non-specialists. A willingness to collaborate, establish shared priorities and work collegiately.

Interviews will be held on in the week commencing 6th October 2025 at Corbridge Roman Site.



If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Susan Harrison, Curator of Collections, North Team Lead, on susan.harrison@english-heritage.org.uk No agencies please.

Find out more about us and what we do:

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/ You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-people/careers-with-us/



Everybody's welcome at English Heritage



Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing.



We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments.