Decant & Documentation Assistant

Decant & Documentation Assistant

National Museums Liverpool Closing date: Wed, 25 Nov 2026

Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Contract
North West

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Support a major collections storage improvement project, helping to prepare, move, document and rehouse museum objects. Through careful handling and accurate record-keeping, you'll help improve access to and long-term care of National Museums Liverpool's collections.

Job Description

We currently have the post of Decant & Documentation Assistant available.

As Decant & Documentation Assistant, you will help shape how our collections are stored, managed and accessed. Working primarily at one of our storage facilities, Juniper Street 1, and across the wider estate where required, you will prepare, pack, move and rehouse a wide range of collection items as part of a collections storage improvement project.

Using your knowledge of collections care and best practice in object handling, you will support the safe and efficient movement of collection items. Through a well-organised approach to your work, including accurate documentation and careful handling, you will help safeguard the collections in our care, playing an important part in preserving the stories, histories and knowledge they hold for future generations.

If you think you match the job description and our organisation ethos then click on the link to apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Decant & Documentation Assistant
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Wed, 25 Nov 2026
  • Contact name: Recruitment Team
  • Location:
    North West

Contact Details

  • Contact name: Recruitment Team