Museum Assistant

Museum Assistant

The Brown Collection Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

Artform: Visual arts
Role: Customer Service
Contract: Contract
London
  • Part time
  • Under £10K

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Start: Immediate | Pay: London Living Wage | Schedule: Saturdays (10am–6pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break) + approx. 2 evening events per month (5.30–9.30pm)

Job Description

We are seeking a confident, personable Museum Assistant to support front-of-house and evening events. The role centres on delivering clear, engaging introductions to exhibitions. You will help ensure visitors feel welcomed, informed and comfortable in the space.

Job Requirements

BA degree in Arts or Humanities (essential), Passion for art and culture (essential), Excellent communication skills with confident storytelling ability, Personable, socially perceptive, and comfortable engaging diverse audiences, Experience using Google Drive and Mac software (desirable, not essential), Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud (nice to have), Reliable, professional, and proactive

Job Responsibilities

Welcome visitors and provide engaging, accessible introductions to exhibitions, Communicate key themes and context with clarity and confidence, Support and help facilitate evening events (life drawing, talks), Assist with general front-of-house operations and ad hoc tasks, Maintain a professional, warm, and welcoming gallery environment

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Museum Assistant
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Customer Service
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Museum Assistant

Job: Museum Assistant

Organisation: The Brown Collection

Postcode: W1U 2AF

How to Apply

Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected] with “Application – Museum Assistant” in the subject line.
In your cover letter, include brief examples demonstrating relevant experience, particularly in visitor engagement, exhibition introductions and event support.

Eligibility to work in the UK is essential. Interviews will commence immediately.

Deadline to apply is 23:59 on 31st March 2026.