Job Description

About us
Rare Dementia Support (RDS) is a UCL-UCLH-led collaborative service offering specialist social, emotional and practical support services for individuals living with, or affected by, a rare dementia diagnosis. Our vision is for all individuals with, at risk of or supporting someone with one of these forms of dementia to have access to information, tailored support and guidance, and contact with others affected by similar conditions. RDS is provided by the Dementia Research Centre at the Queen Square Institute of Neurology and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery and partners.
The Rare Dementia Support Centre, set to open in Summer 2025, will serve as a central hub for these services, furthering our mission to provide comprehensive care and support.
About the role
We are seeking an RDS Community Engagement and Public Art Manager to oversee 'Rare Space,' an inclusive teaching, research, and public exhibition space at the heart of the Rare Dementia Support Centre (RDSC).
You will lead the development and delivery of a range of creative and cultural projects, facilitate taught courses, and manage collaborations and activities across UCL and beyond. Additionally, you will drive academic and public engagement activities, developing an innovative and engaging programme within the space. This will enable a strategic, collaborative approach to engagement programs that highlight and reflect the creative and cultural ambitions of the centre and beyond.
The role is available from 01 July 2025 and is funded by a donation from the National Brain Appeal until 31 March 2026 in the first instance.
The post is offered part-time at 29.2 hours per week (0.8 Full Time Equivalent).
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ( ).
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Suzie Barker ( ).
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You will bring a strong background in the arts or a related discipline, with experience managing creative collections and leading public engagement activities in research and education contexts.
Youll have a deep understanding of working with individuals and families affected by rare dementias, and a proven ability to co-create meaningful, inclusive creative projects with them.
Your strengths will include project and facilities management, budget oversight, and a commitment to accessibility, diversity, and inclusion. Familiarity with key regulatory frameworks - such as data protection, safeguarding, and informed consent - is also essential.
What we offer
Starting salary offered in the range 334,699.20 - 340,430.40 (i.e., 80% of 343,374 -350,538) per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

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Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit our for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an , in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
As Londons Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the worlds talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCLs workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.
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