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 Interpretation Curator to join our team. The role is full time working 36hrs per week and permanent. Ideally, you will be based in the South West as the role will involve frequent travel to sites in this area.



The Benefits



Salary from 25,906, 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 with a passion for engaging people in heritage to join the Interpretation Team.



As Assistant Interpretation Curator you will assist the Interpretation Curator for the West and Stonehenge in the delivery of new interpretation and engaging visitor experiences, helping to bring the story of England to life.



You will share responsibility for ensuring the maintenance and high-level of presentation of interpretation across the English Heritage portfolio, with a focus on the West and Stonehenge.



To be considered as an Assistant Interpretation Curator, you'll need:



Experience of working in a creative or interpretive environment. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven experience in exhibit maintenance and procurement or a related field, ideally in a heritage, museum or cultural institution. Familiarity with project management tools and processes. Excellent time and resource management with the ability to effectively manage conflicting priorities.

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 1st December on MS Teams.



If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact David Thomas, Senior Interpretation Manager, on david.thomas@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.