Henry Moore Foundation
Job Summary
Job Description
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Care for the collections and maintaining sculptures on display in the grounds, including cleaning and assisting in the maintenance of patination.
Condition reporting artworks in all media – from monumental bronzes to carvings to works on paper – and documenting all actions taken in respect of any works in the collection, recording this information in The Museum System (TMS) database.
Preparation of sites and outdoor pedestals at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens (HMS&G).
Assisting with the movements and installation of outdoor works at HMS&G.
Assisting in the preparation, and restoration of works for upcoming exhibitions.
Preparation of packing crates and materials for shipments of works on loan or for touring.
Occasional couriering of artworks in the UK and overseas.
Work as part of the installation team installing exhibitions in the UK and overseas.
Installation of works in all media, predominately sculpture and drawings.
Assist with the maintenance and installation of outdoor security devices for artworks.
Liaising and collaborating with external builders when required.
General upkeep of storage areas and ensuring safe working practices and tidiness in all workshop and studio areas.
Managing the maintenance of tools within the workshop and personal protective equipment (PPE) – which is provided.
Any other duties that may reasonably be required.
Job Requirements
An enthusiasm for modern sculpture [R]
Educated to A Level standard or other equivalent vocational qualification, apprenticeships, or other recognised certifications [R]
Background working or volunteering in a gallery, museum, or other creative environment – experience with installation or technical tasks [D]
Hands-on vocational experience working with materials like metal, wood or stone or a similar technical role, or qualification in a related area [D]
A knowledge of the tools, materials, and techniques used in sculpture [D]
Comfortable with hands-on, practical work involving physical activity, keen to learn safe techniques handling and moving artworks with care and confidence [R]
Values keeping work areas clean and orderly to support a smooth and safe work environment (R)
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload [R]
Excellent attention to visual detail [R]
Willingness to work flexible hours to support the installation timetables of exhibitions (R)
Job Overview
- Job Title: Assistant Art Technician
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Visual arts
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 04 Aug 2025
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Location:
East
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