Museum Assistant

  • Contract
  • London

The Fan Museum


Job: Museum Assistant

Job: Museum Assistant

Organisation: The Fan Museum

Postcode: SE10 8ER

  • Job Title: Museum Assistant
  • Salary: £20k-£25k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Museums
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 24 Apr 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job Summary

The Fan Museum is looking for a willing, personable, and hard-working Museum Assistant to assist with the running of all areas in a small and unique Museum.

Job Description

The Museum Assistant supports the daily operations of The Fan Museum, London’s only Museum dedicated to the celebration, artistry, and history of hand fans. This entry-level role, combines (as required) front-of-house visitor engagement with other Museum work, including practical support for events, collections care, and exhibitions. It is an ideal position for an enthusiastic individual, someone wishing to develop a career in the Museum and Heritage sector, and work in a cultural setting.

For more information, please visit The Fan Museum website:

Job Vacancy: Museum Assistant

Job Requirements

The role of Museum Assistant will cover both operational and curatorial duties, where required. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Visitor Experience & Front of House
2. Exhibition and Curatorial Support (supervised by a Curatorial member of staff)
3. Social Media
4. Events, Learning & Community Engagement

How to Apply

Please send a single A4 page cover letter and your CV to [email protected] – all entries must be in by no later than midnight (GMT) on Friday 24th April 2026!

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