Assistant Curator, Eighteenth-Century British Art

  • Contract
  • London

Tate Gallery


Job Summary

This is a great opportunity to join the Tate Britain curatorial team as an Assistant Curator with a focus on eighteenth-century British art.

Job Description

In this role you will help fulfil Tate’s mission to increase the public’s enjoyment and understanding of British art from the sixteenth century to the present day. You will contribute to researching, planning and delivering exhibitions, collection displays and acquisitions of historic British art, particularly art spanning 1700-1830. You will also write interpretation and website texts, as well as organise and participate in research events.

The ideal candidate will bring an enthusiasm and knowledge of eighteenth-century British art, and a commitment to contributing to the diversification of British art histories. They will bring strong research and organisational skills and, ideally, experience of working with collections or exhibitions.

Job Requirements

Demonstrable knowledge of one or more aspects of eighteenth-century British art
Research skills, experience and curiosity; awareness of new directions in art historical research around this period
Curatorial experience, ideally gained from working with a collection
Experience of working on loan exhibitions and on changing displays
Proven track record of collaborative and team-based working, with a commitment to applying principles of equity, diversity and respect for all in the workplace
Highly organised approach to work, with demonstrable ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
Excellent writing skills and presentation skills
Experience using Microsoft and collections databases (training on specific applications, like TMS, used at Tate will be provided)
Interest in and commitment to the work of Tate

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Assistant Curator, Eighteenth-Century British Art
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Museums
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 25 May 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Assistant Curator, Eighteenth-Century British Art

Job: Assistant Curator, Eighteenth-Century British Art

Organisation: Tate Gallery

Postcode: SW1P 4RG

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