Interpretation Project Manager (Freelance)

  • Contract
  • London

The Horton Arts Centre, Epsom


Job Summary

The Horton Epsom is seeking a highly organised and creative individual with experience in heritage project management to lead on the interpretation of this research on the history of music therapy for our Heritage Lottery funded project.

Job Description

The Music of Life Project (TMOL)
The Horton Epsom (formerly Horton Asylum Chapel) pioneered Europe’s first music therapy programme, and has been awarded a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to explore this fascinating, specialist area. The project celebrates 70 years of Europe’s first music therapy programme in Epsom through a host of activities and events over the next year.

We have been working with academics from King’s College London and other heritage partners over the last few months, and we are now planning how this research will be curated and distilled for a physical exhibition and digital resources.

The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and creative individual with experience in heritage project management to lead on the interpretation of this research on the history of music therapy.

This is a freelance role with option for remote working with regular meetings at The Horton in Epsom, Surrey and King’s College London.

Contract: Freelance.
Fixed fee of up to £6000 inclusive of VAT. Approximately 30 days over 8 months – £200 per day. There is no additional allowance for travel expenses.

Starting in May 2026.

Job Requirements

You will have a good understanding of interpretation and design within historic spaces, an enthusiasm for storytelling and an eye for detail. You will be a self-starter, able to work from your own initiative and quick to learn.

You must have excellent written English and experience in gathering and editing oral histories.

Flexibility is required on how days are scheduled over the contract. Fewer days will be required at the start of the contract. Some evening and weekend working may be required.

Please download the Full Role Brief for more details.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Interpretation Project Manager (Freelance)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
    (pro-rata)
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Curation
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 05 May 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Interpretation Project Manager (Freelance)

Job: Interpretation Project Manager (Freelance)

Organisation: The Horton Arts Centre, Epsom

Postcode: KT19 8NP

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