Collections & Events Assistant

Amberley Museum


Job: Collections & Events Assistant

Job: Collections & Events Assistant

Organisation: Amberley Museum

Postcode: BN18 9LT

  • Job Title: Collections & Events Assistant
  • Salary: £20k-£25k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Museums
  • Role: Curation
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Wed, 29 Jul 2026

  • Location:

    South East

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Job Summary

Amberley Museum is looking for a Collections and Events Assistant to provide practical support in caring for and bringing to life the Museum site and the collections it holds. This varied role offers the opportunity to get involved in two key areas of the museum’s operation; collections and events.

Job Description

Assist with the research and interpretation of the collections, and the preparation of events, exhibitions and displays to engage a wide range of audiences.

Work with the Events & Venue Hire Manager to ensure that the agreed events programme is planned and delivered within budget.

Work with the Curator to ensure the collections at Amberley are managed, cared for and preserved in accordance with the Museum’s collections management policies.

Liaise with the Marketing Officer to create effective content and PR for each event and any additional special interest stories based on the collections.

Act as point of contact for queries relating to events, research visits and prospective donations to the collection.

Assist the Curator in monitoring storage and display spaces, including environmental monitoring and integrated pest management, ensuring event activity takes account of the needs of the collections.

Assist with administration and documentation processes related to the Museum collection and the delivery of events eg cataloguing collections on the Museum database, collating entry forms, programmes and gate lists for each event

Assist the Events & Venue Hire Manager in coordinating event entertainment and stalls, with consideration of music, alcohol licences, insurance or security as necessary.

Oversee on-the-day logistics of events and collections movement projects, liaising with external suppliers, volunteers and staff as required.

Assist the Duty Manager with daily duties as required

Undertake other relevant duties as reasonably required by the Museum Director.

Job Requirements

Essential

Enthusiasm for engaging new audiences with museum collections

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a small team

A flexible and adaptable approach with a ‘can do’ attitude

Good attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work under pressure

Good standards of both written and verbal communication

Experience of using word processing, spreadsheet and database packages, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Experience handling, packing and moving museum objects

Experience of working with the general public and volunteers

Able to work regular weekends

Desirable

Experience of using museum Collections Management Systems, e.g. MODES or similar

Working knowledge of the Spectrum 5.1 collection management standard.

Experience of running events in a charitable/heritage organisation

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you are interested in the role and your relevant experience to Katrina Burton, Museum Director ([email protected]) to arrive by midnight on 29th July

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