Job Description

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is seeking a visionary and collaborative Galleries Curator to lead the creative and strategic development of our galleries across Farnham, Epsom, and Canterbury.


In this pivotal role, you'll shape UCA's curatorial direction, develop high-impact programming, and build national and international partnerships that enhance the university's cultural profile. You'll curate inclusive, interdisciplinary exhibitions aligned with academic and research priorities, while championing student engagement, global conversations, and creative excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Curate and manage an annual programme of innovative exhibitions and public events. Develop a unified curatorial strategy across all UCA galleries and act as UCA's cultural ambassador. Build strong partnerships with the Craft Study Centre and local/global cultural networks. Secure external funding from public and private funders. Embed gallery activity within UCA's research themes and student learning. Coordinate degree shows and student-led initiatives across campuses. Manage gallery staff, budgets, and logistics for installations and programming.

For an informal conversation regarding the role please contact Dr Abby Whittall, Research Manager at Abby.Whittall@uca.ac.uk


At UCA, creativity and innovation are at the heart of what we do. Our legacy of educating eager and passionate artists, makers and thinkers runs back almost 160 years, and today we're helping shape a global future that supports and nourishes talent worldwide.


Our campuses across Surrey and Kent are vibrant communities, each specialising in different areas of the creative industries. We are also home to a thriving research hub, with academic experts and fellows leading the way in research on sustainability, design, textiles, animation, history and culture, and more.


Are you ready to share your passion for creativity with the next generation of innovators? If so, we want to hear from you.

Further details

Role Profile

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) aims to be a welcoming and inclusive University that is truly representative of all of the diversity in society. We particularly encourage applications from people from minoritised ethnic groups and people with disabilities who are currently under-represented within the University.

Job Details
Department/School
Research, Knowledge Exchange & Innovation
Location
Epsom
Salary
40,497 to 46,735 per annum
Closing Date
Thursday 24 July 2025
Reference
25-AAAA4475-0122-1