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Assistant Curator: Parliamentary Art Collection, Assistant Curator: Parliamentary Art Collection, HOUSE OF COMMONS, HOUSE OF COMMONS
Assistant Curator: Parliamentary Art Collection
About the Role
The Assistant Curator: Parliamentary Art Collection is an exciting opportunity to support the care, development and interpretation of a nationally significant collection at the heart of UK Parliament.
Working within the Heritage Collections team, you will contribute to a wide range of curatorial activities, including:
- Collections documentation
- Research
- Displays
- Interpretation projects
- Engagement with internal and external audiences
You will have the opportunity to work with artworks spanning:
- Historic commissions for the Palace of Westminster
- Contemporary pieces
This role will allow you to develop your curatorial skills within the unique setting of the House of Commons.
Working arrangement: Hybrid (40% on-site, 60% remote)
Find out more about working at the House of Commons. Learn more
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Why Join Us?
In addition to the £37,834 – £41,998 per annum salary, you’ll receive benefits including:
✅ Generous annual leave:
- 30 days per year (increases to 35 days after one full year)
✅ Excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
✅ Flexible working options:
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and caring leave
- Alternative working patterns
Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
- Experience in working with collections in a museum, art gallery, historic house, or similar heritage environment
- Ability to research, document, and interpret art collections, with specialist knowledge in art history
- Spectrum documentation experience (or willingness to learn)
- Strong research and writing skills able to produce high-quality content for:
- Internal and external audiences
- Displays, projects, and publications
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How to Apply
Submit your application via the UK Parliament job portal:
- CV (anonymised)
- Covering letter (500-word limit max)
Apply here: Application process - UK Parliament
Additional Notes
- Anonymisation required: Ensure your CV removes all identifiable details (e.g., name, DOB).
- Salary Position: Offers typically start in the minimum salary range unless exceptional circumstances apply.
- Early Closing: The vacancy may close early due to high application volume.
Salary Range Offered: £35,000 – £40,000 (core level equivalent).
Location: Hybrid, with 40% office-based time in London.
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