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About us
Since 2021, the SS Great Britain Trust has offered people in Bristol who are underrepresented in the heritage sector the opportunity to use the museum archive to generate creative work. Originally funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, since 2023 the Trust has maintained this work independently, and we have recently secured funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to develop this work further.
We aspire to develop a participatory research practice which allows community members to explore the Trust’s entire archive collections, and for this to drive our site storytelling to bring relevance to the breadth of communities who call Bristol home. We need someone with a unique set of skills and aptitudes to help this work grow.
The Community Research programme encourages open and honest investigation and exploration, and empowers people to publish, write, draw and create from original archival material, developing and opening up positive and tangible bonds with new communities and audiences in Bristol.
Candidate description:
The candidate will work with the Trust’s curatorial team, our collection items, our communities officer, and cohorts of researchers from a range of Bristol communities. Bringing these elements together, we want to meet someone who can facilitate non-museum specialists in generating research, storytelling and making creative outputs from those collections, in a number of forms. These could be publications, public events, educational resources, art, literature and more. We’re looking for someone who will enjoy researching with historical materials and have the ability to link people and stories together. They will work to unlock the barriers that exist between many audiences and heritage sites and support the overall development of Community Research within the wider work of the Trust.
It is essential that the person for this role has good knowledge of and be experienced in discussing and contextualizing history with individuals that do not have background or training in the subject. We also want to overcome barriers by being flexible on the time of day and week that people can engage with us, so we’re looking for someone who is able to work flexibly, potentially for one evening a week and 2 weekend days per month.
Main Responsibilities
- Work with, and support visitors and researchers from all backgrounds and places to explore, research, publish and curate stories and histories of mobility, communication and globalisation as they relate to the SS Great Britain.
- Work with the Trust’s Communities Officer to scope and generate new opportunities for collaborative, community-led research and collections work and support the work of future Community Research cohorts in 2025 and 2026.
- Act as lead co-ordinator for an on-site community hub, a multi-use story space and flexible work area which will host community participants, and which participants will co-create and use to host others that they wish to engage
- Provide physical and digital access to the Trust’s Designated Collections for visitors and researchers and SS Great Britain team members
- When required, carry out documentation procedures relating to museum objects, including accessioning, photographing and making electronic records for new acquisitions and existing collections, and to become familiar with collections in such a way as to assist participatory research
- When required, manage safe use of the Brunel Institute and community hub to ensure both learning and enjoyment, and the safety of the collections, and supervise ‘Archive in Five’ public access sessions, creating a welcoming atmosphere for visitors
- Undertake historical research using material from both Trust and non-Trust collections and have the ability to link people and stories together
Person Specification
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in History or related discipline
- Evidence of working with historic artefacts and archive materials
- Ability to demonstrate co-operative working especially with non-specialist audiences
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evening meetings and some weekends
- Awareness of museum practices and willingness to be fully trained in collections management procedures
- Basic awareness of museum object handling
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Attention to detail and ability to respond to changing priorities
Desirable
- Evidence of working with community partners in project or volunteering work
- Familiarity with histories of the Atlantic World, maritime and/or imperial histories
- Experience of computerised data entry
- Experience of working with collections in a museum or heritage environment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fauna & Flora seeks an experienced leader to build and drive our private sector income strategy at one of the most critical moments for nature and people. The Head of Private Sector Development will play a pivotal role in identifying, cultivating, and stewarding transformative private sector funding opportunities across sectors, with a focus on particular sectors with most potential e.g. finance, insurance, FMCG. They will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Senior Conservation Directors and Fundraising Teams and the Director, Business & Nature to identify, develop and build global relationships with companies to develop and diversify Fauna & Flora revenue sources and partnerships.
This is a high-impact role: part strategist, part relationship builder, and part internal champion — ensuring that targeted collaborations with the private sector generate and grow sustainable income, often while advancing Fauna & Flora’s conservation mission and strengthening our resilience and influence globally as led by the Business & Nature team.
The Head of Private Sector Development will work closely with the Director, Business & Nature to identify and evaluate new collaborations, ensuring any funding opportunities are aligned with our mission, strategic goals, and values. The successful candidate will bring deep relationship-building and business development experience, strategic acumen, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
In return we offer the opportunity to be part of a pioneering conservation organisation with a 120-year legacy and a bold future vision and to influence global to local partnerships at the intersection of climate, nature and people. You will be joining a passionate, mission-led team committed to real-world impact, with opportunities for growth, innovation and leadership at a critical time for our planet.
We offer a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes.
Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre and a host of cafés and restaurants.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 13 July 2025. First interviews are likely to be held during the week commencing Monday, 4 August 2025.
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The Learning and Skills Development Co-Ordinator will lead on developing a program of training, learning, volunteering and work experience for the residents of Homeless Oxfordshire that increase self esteem, engagement and motivation. You will work collaboratively and creatively across the organisation, as well as with partners, stake-holders, and the wider community. Improving community relations and help us secure support from local training providers and employers where resident participation in the wider community will help break down stigmas surrounding homelessness and addiction.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Devise and deliver a structured programme of training and education (both formal and informal) to improve our residents' skills and confidence which prepares them for the next stage of their lives.
- As part of the LEAP team work closely with the Activities Co-Ordinator to deliver a comprehensive programme of engagement, developing skills to move away from homelessness.
- Work with partners and residents to design training that is tailored to the needs of our residents.
- Develop and maintain external relationships with local training providers, organisations and employers to find various opportunities and maintain those relationships.
- Support on design of the peer mentoring training and traineeship programmes.
- Identify and support volunteering opportunities.
- Take a strengths-based approach to facilitate teams and residents identifying their talents, skills and build their self-esteem.
- Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures
- Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
- Contribute to the work of the broader team.
About LEAP
LEAP is built on the foundation of strong, supportive relationships that empower residents to move towards stable, independent living. Through one-to-one key worker support, trauma-informed care, and community engagement, residents rebuild trust, form friendships, and gain confidence. Activities like gardening, arts and crafts, and creative writing foster connection and personal growth, while group involvement helps residents feel part of a wider community. LEAP also supports residents to take steps into peer mentoring, volunteering, and training, helping them build positive networks beyond their immediate circle and develop the skills and confidence to thrive independently.
At LEAP, community involvement is at the heart of their work. Empowering residents through co-production is a key organisational goal. LEAP offer a range of inclusive engagement methods—from informal gatherings like group breakfasts and creative activities, to structured sessions such as support needs mapping and Residents’ Forums. These forums provide regular opportunities for feedback and co-design, with input reaching senior management and trustees. They are enhancing resident engagement by developing a mutual support network for staff with lived experience of homelessness and/or addiction. This group will shape services and policies, and guide resident outreach. LEAP also collaborates with local partners like RAW, a social enterprise offering training and employment to those with lived experience, and strengthens ties with adult education providers such as Abingdon and Witney College. We also create pathways to volunteer with cultural institutions like the University of Oxford Museums.
LEAP empowers people with lived experience of homelessness and/or addiction, helping them build the confidence and skills needed to move towards independent living and employment. Over three years, the project aims to support 750 individuals. Through a wide range of engaging and meaningful activities, residents will experience positive outcomes such as increased confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of inclusion. They will build supportive networks, learn key life skills and access training, volunteering, and employment opportunities. Many will gain qualifications and secure long-term accommodation. The project strengthens peer support and enables residents to shape services through formalised Residents’ Forums, ensuring their voices influence senior decision-making. For Homeless Oxfordshire, LEAP enhances our capacity to deliver peer-led support, builds staff knowledge, and informs service improvement. Wider community benefits include reduced stigma around homelessness, stronger partnerships with employers and organisations, and improved understanding of the issues faced by our residents—ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate society.
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The Resident Engagement Manager will be the organisational lead in a new and exciting lottery funded project leading a small team and overseeing the design and delivery of the LEAP service at Homeless Oxfordshire and with wider partners.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Provide leadership across the organisation on resident engagement, learning and skills, co-production and activities.
- To promote the active involvement of the resident’s experience and voice in the delivery, development and monitoring of LEAP service.
- To provide support and line management supervision to the engagement team, ensuring they meet all aims, objectives and outcomes, according to the lottery bid.
- Lead on monitoring, data collection and impact measures for all resident engagement work.
- Lead on the design of the peer mentoring training and traineeship programmes.
- Develop and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders including education, employment and third sector partners.
- Develop and maintain strong internal working relationships to ensure managers and teams deliver high quality services that are reflective of Homeless Oxfordshire’s values and address local needs.
- Lead on the development of a mutual support network for staff with lived experience
- Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures
- Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
- Contribute to the work of the broader team.
About LEAP
LEAP is built on the foundation of strong, supportive relationships that empower residents to move towards stable, independent living. Through one-to-one key worker support, trauma-informed care, and community engagement, residents rebuild trust, form friendships, and gain confidence. Activities like gardening, arts and crafts, and creative writing foster connection and personal growth, while group involvement helps residents feel part of a wider community. LEAP also supports residents to take steps into peer mentoring, volunteering, and training, helping them build positive networks beyond their immediate circle and develop the skills and confidence to thrive independently.
At LEAP, community involvement is at the heart of their work. Empowering residents through co-production is a key organisational goal. LEAP offer a range of inclusive engagement methods—from informal gatherings like group breakfasts and creative activities, to structured sessions such as support needs mapping and Residents’ Forums. These forums provide regular opportunities for feedback and co-design, with input reaching senior management and trustees. They are enhancing resident engagement by developing a mutual support network for staff with lived experience of homelessness and/or addiction. This group will shape services and policies, and guide resident outreach. LEAP also collaborates with local partners like RAW, a social enterprise offering training and employment to those with lived experience, and strengthens ties with adult education providers such as Abingdon and Witney College. We also create pathways to volunteer with cultural institutions like the University of Oxford Museums.
LEAP empowers people with lived experience of homelessness and/or addiction, helping them build the confidence and skills needed to move towards independent living and employment. Over three years, the project aims to support 750 individuals. Through a wide range of engaging and meaningful activities, residents will experience positive outcomes such as increased confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of inclusion. They will build supportive networks, learn key life skills and access training, volunteering, and employment opportunities. Many will gain qualifications and secure long-term accommodation. The project strengthens peer support and enables residents to shape services through formalised Residents’ Forums, ensuring their voices influence senior decision-making. For Homeless Oxfordshire, LEAP enhances our capacity to deliver peer-led support, builds staff knowledge, and informs service improvement. Wider community benefits include reduced stigma around homelessness, stronger partnerships with employers and organisations, and improved understanding of the issues faced by our residents—ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit an Retail Assistant to join our team based in Midlands. You will join us on a part-time, permanent annualised contract, working 1050 hours per annum basis including regular weekend working, evenings and bank holidays. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £12,894.09 per annum.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future – using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
Purpose of the Retail Assistant role:
The post holder will be responsible for delivering the commercial activities of the Museum with the sale of goods and services in our retail and visitor areas and supporting the delivery of museum events.
Key duties will include preparing, monitoring and operating the simulators/4D experience and other relevant commercial attractions. You will provide high standards of customer care through proactive engagement with visitors. Your duties will also include serving customers at the sales counter and assisting in the receipt, checking, location and movements of stock.
Key responsibilities of our Retail Assistant include:
- Providing high standards of customer care through pro-active and re-active engagement with visitors
- Operating commercial experiences, and associated tills
- Maximising commercial experiences revenue by actively promoting the experiences and ensuring the they operate at the appropriate times
- Quickly reporting any commercial experiences issues to the relevant people, including liaising directly with external contractors where appropriate
- Ensuring all security and health and safety requirements are adhered to at all times, including the completion and recording of daily and weekly checks
- Operating flexibly across a range of customer care roles
- Accurately cash-up and reconcile tills/EPOS system as required
- Utilising all visitor interactions as an opportunity to promote additional income generation
- Regularly monitoring the condition and cleanliness of front of house facilities, including retail displays, taking corrective action and/or reporting issues as appropriate.
What we are looking for in our Retail Assistant:
- Willingness and ability to hold a First Aid qualification
- Respectful to colleagues and visitors, asking appropriate questions, listening and appreciating others’ viewpoints and acting in a professional and fair manner
- Uses knowledge and experience to deal effectively with problems and make appropriate decisions
- Proactively and positively contributes to the work of the whole team in a way that leads to the successful delivery of individuals and/or team targets, objectives and activities
- Demonstrable experience in customer-focused environment
- A good level of general education
- Commercial acumen
- Good level of computer literacy and IT skills including Microsoft Office software
Closing date for applications: 6th July 2025
Interviews will take place on: 15th July 2025
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
Senior Management Accountant
Finance
Full-time, 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Permanent
£59,004.75 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Wednesday 25 June 2025
About the role:
We are looking for a Senior Management Accountant who can work with our high performing team to deliver a first-class management accounting service to the British Museum.
You will be responsible for ensuring that best practice is embedded across the British Museum in relation to fund accounting, grant management and the financial aspects of the Museum's Advancement strategy and Public Engagement activities. This is an exciting chance to work with a first-class team in a world renown institution.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Support the Collections and Public Engagement business areas in development and monitoring of our public engagement and advancement strategies. Advise on fund accounting and grant management, heritage assets accounting and financial processes.
- Project work - advise colleagues on Museum wide projects and develop processes for/contribute financial expertise towards these, analyse income and expenditure streams and provide and review financial information for business cases and funding applications.
- Accounting services and line management - line management of management accountants, including mentoring and developing your team. Preparation of management reports and quarterly forecasts. Support budgeting processes for departments across projects. Coordination of financial information for reports and paper, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and other activities.
For more information, please see the job description.
About you:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent.
- Qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or other.
- Knowledge of fund accounting and grant management
- Good technical knowledge of relevant regulatory and accounting frameworks (including Accounting Standards, VAT, income tax, NI), IT literacy with strong excel skills and experience of accounting systems.
- Audit experience including some post qualification experience.
- Experience of project management.
- Demonstrable ability to juggle conflicting demands and prioritise personal and team workloads appropriately.
- Able to demonstrate strong judgement and able to present complex financial information to senior and non-financial staff clearly.
- Experience of developing and streamlining processes and setting service standards
About the British Museum:
Founded in 1753, the British Museum's remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists such as Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.
You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our virtual gallery.
The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays.
- Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme (find out here what benefits a civil service pension provides).
- Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
- Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
- Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts on food and gift shop purchases
Additional details:
For more information about this role, please see the job description.
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The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated because of their relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
We specifically encourage applications from candidates from ethnic minority groups who are underrepresented within our senior roles.
We offer a flexible way of working scheme that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you. We would typically see this role as working on site about 1 or 2 days a week.
The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
About the Role
We are looking for an IT Support Engineer to join our team, ensuring the smooth running of our IT systems and providing excellent customer service. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to apply their technical expertise in a dynamic and engaging environment. You will play a key role in resolving IT issues, maintaining positive relationships with users, and supporting daily IT operations across the Museum and Gardens.
Key Responsibilities
• Respond to IT technical support tickets and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
• Set up and maintain new and existing devices, including desktops, laptops, and network equipment.
• Assist in improving IT processes and support cybersecurity measures.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access issues on the network.
• Support the IT team with system upgrades and projects.
• Ensure accurate recording of IT support activities and maintain documentation.
About You
In this role, you’ll bring a hands-on approach to IT support, with a strong problem-solving mindset. You will be someone who thrives on helping others, demonstrating excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical users. You will be adaptable, eager to learn, and committed to providing top-notch IT service in a collaborative team environment.
Key Qualities, Skills, and Experience
• Experience in 1st Line Support, assisting users with hardware, software and network issues.
• Strong technical abilities with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and IT support.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with IT support tickets and Helpdesk systems.
• Strong customer service focus with good communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration and Office Suite.
• Desirable: IT-related certifications (e.g., Microsoft, ITIL) or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of IT networks and security.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and effective task prioritisation.
The closing date for completed applications is 10am on 16 June 2025. Interviews will take place w/c 30 June 25.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for this role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The Horniman is an equal opportunities employer and we value and celebrate diversity. We want to better represent the communities in which we work but recognise that there is still much work to do in this area. We welcome and encourage all applicants and particularly encourage you to apply if you are from a community that is often disadvantaged by society or of minority background.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit a Visitor Experience Assistant to join our team based at our London site. You will join us on a part time, permanent basis, working 1250 hours per year (annualised contract) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £16,443.76 per annum.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future – using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
The Museum is looking to a Visitor Experience Assistant on an annualised contract.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate team member who understand and are committed to providing customer service excellence and who put the visitor at the centre of everything they do.
The ideal candidate will have previous visitor facing experience ideally in a leisure or heritage environment. You will need to be a confident communicator, a team player and be able to respond quickly and positively in a changing environment. Being flexible in your outlook is essential as you will be fulfilling a variety of roles at the museum.
You will also support the museum in hosting evening events from gala dinners to sleepovers and outdoor film nights. An understanding of the importance of supporting and fulfilling a ‘host’ role for corporate clients and Museum partners is desirable.
As a Visitor Experience Assistant, you will have a variety of roles which will include:
- Proactive response to ensuring the highest possible visitor standards are maintained.
- Providing a warm welcome to our visitors and enhancing every visitor’s experience at the museum through your engagement with them and your problem-solving skills.
- Supporting activities, events, general museum operations and processing visitor bookings at admissions.
- Promoting and selling museum guidebooks, services, commercial activities, and events to visitors.
- Supporting the museum’s fundraising and commercial activities.
- Providing a safe and secure experience for everyone.
- Being a first aider and fire marshal. Training for both roles will be provided.
- Inspire visitors by sharing the Royal Air Force story and the story of the people who shape the Royal Air Force.
- There will also be the opportunity to provide engaging talks to visitors.
This is a permanent, part-time role working 1250 hours annually. The working hours each week will be dependent on business requirements (maximum 35 hours per week during peak season and minimum 4 hours per week during off-peak season). You will work a flexible pattern which will include working some weekends, bank holidays and occasional evening/overnights.
Closing date for applications: 5th June 2025
Interviews will take place on 17th and 18th June 2025
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
About us
Manx National Heritage (MNH) is the trading name of the Manx Museum and National Trust, a charity registered in the Isle of Man and custodian of some of Europe’s most important heritage sites, including the Great Laxey Wheel the world’s largest working water wheel and Castle Rushen, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. We care for more than 2500 acres of landscape and >1 million items in our Museum collections and archives.
MNH exists to take a lead in protecting, conserving, making accessible and celebrating the Island’s natural, built and cultural heritage for current and future generations whilst contributing to the Island’s prosperity and quality of life.
The Isle of Man has so much to offer its residents; with exceptional employment opportunities, a vibrant cultural scene and stunning landscapes.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and talented Head of Marketing and Communications to lead a division contributing directly to increasing visitor numbers, expanding stakeholder engagement and driving income generation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing an impactful marketing and communications strategy.
- Progressing the Fundraising Road Map.
- Developing our brand and ensuring effective communication with key target audiences.
- Creating inspiring messages and content that encourage action and support from targeted audiences, broadening corporate, individual, and public engagement.
About you
We are seeking an inclusive, strategic, and proactive leader who can inspire and motivate others to achieve results while achieving personal targets. This is an exciting and rewarding position, offering the successful candidate a unique opportunity to leave a personal legacy for the heritage of our nation.
We are looking for an ambitious senior marketing and communications professional with strategic vision and creative flair to deliver our media and engagement strategy. Building and maintaining strategic relationships and identifying opportunities to increase visitor numbers and improve external impact will be key to securing long-term financial sustainability. Raising the profile, fundraising, engagement, effective PR, and brand strategy are at the heart of this role.
We'd really like you to:
- Have experience leading a marketing, communications, and fundraising team to deliver against ambitious targets and objectives.
- Possess excellent communication skills and have successful experience with a range of online and offline marketing and communication channels.
- Demonstrate an innovative approach and a track record of driving growth and transformation, with a deep understanding of supporter engagement.
- Have relevant leadership experience in successful change management.
- Ideally, have knowledge of and experience in fundraising, gained from within or outside the sector, and be skilful when acting as a public face of the organisation.
- Have a genuine interest in built, natural, and cultural heritage.
Working for Manx National Heritage, you can enjoy:
✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
✔ A relocation package of up to £6,500 to relocate you, your family and your things over to the Island
✔ Generous annual leave, 10 Bank Holidays and a set extra day off between Christmas/New Year
✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the Manx National Heritage offers two exclusive pension arrangements with the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Manx National Heritage employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
✔ Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
✔ Access to a Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Manx National Heritage protects and shares the Island’s heritage to enrich lives and support future generations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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St Bride Foundation- About us
For over 130 years, our historic home at 14 Bride Lane has been more than just a building – it has been a beacon for creativity, learning, and community engagement, standing as a testament to London's rich printing heritage.
As the home of print and type design on Fleet Street, the Foundation cares for an internationally significant collection celebrating the history of print, graphic design and typography.
Our Grade II listed Victorian building is home to the Bridewell Theatre, a vibrant 130-seater fringe theatre and a hands-on print workshop. At the heart of our organisation, our unparalleled collection supports a broad educational programme of creative workshops, seminars, events and exhibitions. We welcome 42,000 visitors a year, including 15,500 theatre visitors and over 4,000 attendees to our library and cultural programme.
We are in an exciting period of organisational development working on robust plans and policies and creating a new strategic direction to develop our collections, cultural offer and to bring it to a wider, diverse audience.
Our Collections
The Library holds over 60,000 catalogued items, including the largest collection of type specimens in the world. Alongside this it holds over 250 archival and special collections, including the physical objects of printing and type founding —many still being catalogued. The collection reflects both the process and product of printing and is a unique resource of national and international importance.
Used by students, academics, artists, and the public, the library supports learning and research into the history of print, graphic design and technology.
The Role
As part of the Library & Learning team, you will be closely involved in projects that, under our new vision and mission, aim to transform SBF into a contemporary institute serving the creative industries, researchers and the wider public. The role will suit someone with a passion to take on challenges with the aim of creating a cultural hub fit for the 21st century.
Job title: Collections and Archives Manager
Job overview
St Bride Foundation (SBF) is seeking a Collections and Archives Manager with strong project management and collections management skills to support the development, preservation, and accessibility of our library and archive collections. Alongside this our preferred candidate will have excellent people management and engagement skills.
The Collections and Archives Manager will manage the smooth running of the Reading Room, library enquiry services and manage our library volunteers.
Working as part of a small team, the role will involve helping to develop and deliver aspects of the learning programme, especially those relating to engagement with the collections through activities including tours, talks and exhibitions.
The Collections and Archives Manager will work closely with the Foundation Librarian to oversee library and archival operations, and develop policies to improve storage, accessibility, and preservation.
As part of our wider strategic plans this role is pivotal in ensuring the safe relocation of collection materials, implementing best practices in storage and conservation, and enhancing the long-term sustainability of our holdings.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of our collections, research services and related learning programme during a period of change for the organisation that will ensure our building is fit for purpose and our programmes of work are relevant and engaging to our communities.
Key Responsibilities
Access, Research & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support public and internal access to collection materials by providing research services and developing user-friendly finding aids.
- Collaborate with researchers, educators and community groups to enhance the impact of the collections.
- Improve discovery and accessibility of collections through database enhancements and digitisation efforts.
Project Management – Collection
- Manage the care, storage, and documentation of the Foundations collection, including developing and implementing policies and procedures for such projects as inventory audits, collection moves, exhibitions, loans and rationalisation projects.
- Liaise with contractors, partners and internal teams to ensure the security of collections materials.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and implement improvements for future collection projects.
Collections Management & Preservation
- Develop the collections in line with the Foundations collections policy, reflecting SBFs audiences.
- Work closely with conservation specialists to develop and implement storage strategies that align with best practice standards, improving environmental controls and storage solutions.
- Oversee cataloging, metadata creation, and collections documentation.
- Manage digital preservation strategies and support digitisation projects to increase access to collections.
- Develop risk management strategies for collection security, environmental conditions, and disaster preparedness.
Outreach, Engagement & Advocacy
- Contribute to learning and engagement programs, including talks, tours, workshops, exhibitions, and digital content—that promote engagement with the collections across diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with institutions, community partners, and funding bodies to support and develop collections-based projects such as research projects, youth programmes and oral histories.
- Work with the wider team to share stories from the collections to support advocacy, fundraising, and awareness campaigns.
- Ensure all outreach activity aligns with the organisation’s mission and values, with a commitment to access, inclusion, and engagement with communities and content.
Policy & Funding
- Assist in policy development regarding collections management.
- Work with the Foundation Librarian and Fundraising Manager to identify and pursue funding opportunities to support the collections.
- Advocate for the value and significance of the collections within the organisation and to external stakeholders, including funders, partner institutions, and policymakers.
Team Leadership & Administration
- Supervise, support and manage library staff,volunteer and placement workloads and ensure efficient allocation of resources for ongoing projects.
- Represent the Foundation at professional conferences, meetings, and collaborations with external organisations.
Required Skills & Experience:
Essential
- A post graduate qualification in Archives and Records Management.
- Significant experience of working in an archive setting.
- Experience in project management.
- Experience with collections management systems.
- Excellent organisational, planning, and risk assessment skills for managing large projects.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and external partners.
Desirable
- Familiarity with heritage or museum-sector projects.
- Knowledge of funding application processes and grant writing.
Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
- Highly organised and methodical, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- A collaborative team player who enjoys engaging with different stakeholders.
- Passionate about preserving and improving access to library and archive collections.
Location: St Bride Foundation
Salary: £36,000 – £45,000 pa (Band 3)
Reports to: Foundation Librarian
How to Apply
- Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Marketing and Communications Manager
Reports to: Head of Marketing and Commercial Operations
Location: Aerospace Bristol. You will generally be required at the museum at least 4 days per week. Some weekend and occasional evening work will also be required.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa £30,000 FTE. Part-time applicants welcomed – final salary will be dependent on agreed hours.
About Us
Aerospace Bristol is an award-winning museum and a place of inspiration, learning, and exploration. As we bring to life the past, present, and future of aerospace, we’re also building an inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our community. We believe the stories we tell – and how we tell them – are richer when informed by a broad range of perspectives.
The Role
The Marketing and Communications Manager plays a key role in the planning and delivery of strategic, ambitious and creative marketing campaigns and communications.
This is a collaborative and purpose-driven role that welcomes creative thinkers from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of underrepresented communities or non-traditional routes into the fundraising sector.
We welcome applicants with transferable skills from related sectors or community-led funding roles.
What you will be doing
We welcome applicants with experience gained through varied or non-traditional routes, and from groups currently underrepresented in the marketing and cultural sectors.
· Strategic communications: Work with the Head of Marketing & Commercial Operations and external agencies to understand and engage with the museum’s strategy and translate this into an effective communications plan targeting the full range of audiences.
· Strategic marketing: Work with the Head of Marketing & Commercial Operations and external agencies to develop and implement marketing strategies that increase awareness, engagement and support for the organisation and meet commercial targets.
· Collaborating with agencies: Build and maintain effective agency relationships, coordinating projects and campaigns in partnership with external agencies in line with the marketing and communications plans.
· Brand management: Along with the Head of Marketing & Commercial Operations and external agencies, take a leading role in owning and developing the museum’s brand identity. Ensure all activities are on brand and implemented consistently.
· Content creation: Working with agencies, create compelling and engaging content for various channels, including the website, social media, email campaigns, newsletters, press releases, and marketing collateral.
· Graphic design: Collaborate with designers to create visually appealing marketing materials. Work with templates using software such as InDesign and/or Canva to deliver basic design tasks.
· Social media management: Manage and grow the museum's social media presence across platforms through frequent publishing of quality content. Creating and curating content, and reporting engagement and metrics.
· Media relations: Collaborate with the external communications agency to cultivate relationships with media outlets and manage media inquiries, press releases, and pitching stories.
· Event promotion: Develop marketing plans for events and programs, including fundraisers, workshops, visitor programming, and awareness campaigns.
· Website management: Ensure the website is up-to-date, user-friendly, compliant with data protection legislation, and aligned with brand guidelines.
· Analytics and reporting: Monitor and analyse the performance of marketing and communication campaigns, the website and social media providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement. Work with the Head of Marketing & Commercial Operations to enhance audience understanding through research, surveys and effective use of CRM.
· Stakeholder engagement: Engage with donors, volunteers, partners and the community to foster positive relationships, inform communications, and support the museum's mission.
· Budget management: Manage the marketing and communications budget effectively, making informed decisions to optimise resources.
Skills and Experience
· Creative and strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling
· Exceptional communication skills
· Data and insights led approach
· Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Ways of Working
· Collaborative and inclusive approach to working with colleagues and partners
· A genuine interest in our mission and values
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and spotting opportunities for innovation
If you don’t meet every bullet point but feel excited by the role, we still want to hear from you.
Next Steps
· If you feel that this is the role for you, then please apply! Even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
· 1st stage interviews will be held via MS Teams on 14th July, with the second stage in-person interview to be held on 21st July.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment – if there’s anything we can do to make the process more accessible or comfortable for you, please let us know.
Please let us know whether you require any reasonable adjustments through any stage of the process.
Aerospace Bristol is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences – particularly those who are underrepresented in the heritage and cultural sectors.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The SS Great Britain Trust is a multi-award-winning, world-class visitor attraction and education charity. Every year, we welcome thousands of visitors to Bristol’s vibrant harbourside to explore Brunel’s iconic steamship, two immersive museums, a world-renowned collection, and a historic dockyard.
Our mission goes beyond heritage preservation. We deliver powerful educational programmes, impactful community projects, and vital conservation work. Now, we’re at a pivotal point in our journey – reimagining what a heritage site can be. Through a bold new programme, a refreshed brand identity, and an enhanced digital experience, we aim to connect with broader, more diverse audiences than ever before.
About the Role
We’re looking for a dynamic and creative Marketing and Campaigns Manager to help support and deliver this exciting transformation. In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of innovative, audience-first campaigns that boost our profile, increase visitor engagement, and drive income across key areas including admissions, events, and food and beverage. You’ll play a central role in redefining how audiences experience and interact with our brand, both online and onsite.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be a passionate marketer with at least five years of campaign experience, ideally in cultural, heritage, or visitor attractions. You’ll have a flair for storytelling and a deep understanding of how audiences connect with destinations and brands, particularly through digital channels. You’ll bring energy, insight, and creativity to every project. Experience in growing footfall, income, and reputation for public-facing organisations is highly desirable.
Why Join Us?
At the SS Great Britain Trust, we pride ourselves on our supportive, inclusive, and creative working culture. We offer competitive staff benefits, flexible and family-friendly working policies, and wellbeing support services. We’re committed to professional development and creating a welcoming, values-driven environment where everyone can thrive. We are also proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
We are dedicated to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. All appointments are made based on skills, experience, and attitude.
Ready to Help Shape the Future of Heritage?
Apply now to be part of an ambitious, passionate team and help us inspire the next generation of visitors, learners, and community changemakers.
Please visit our website and download an Application Form.
The closing date for completed applications is 9am, Monday 16th June 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fauna & Flora is currently seeking a Marketing Assistant, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in marketing, or to take a first step into marketing for a non-profit. You will understand the principles of marketing, be a proficient writer and feel confident working with data. You will have excellent attention to detail and be calm under pressure. Most importantly, you will need to be passionate about a career in marketing and willing to get stuck into the day-to-day backroom tasks needed to make that marketing happen.
In exchange this role offers the chance to work in a team that is rapidly growing in size, targets and ambition. You will develop many new skills in an exciting and rewarding environment, while having a significant and demonstrable impact on saving the planet.
Additionally, Fauna & Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance. Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 15 June 2025. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing Monday, 30 June 2025.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship of a Skilled Worker Visa
Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator
Reports to: Head of Fundraising and Partnerships
Location: Aerospace Bristol with flexible working
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time (24 hours a week, core hours tbc).
Salary: Circa £30,000 FTE, equivalent to approx. £19,200 for 24 hours per week
About Us
Aerospace Bristol is an award-winning museum and a place of inspiration, learning, and exploration. As we bring to life the past, present, and future of aerospace, we’re also building an inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our community. We believe the stories we tell – and how we tell them – are richer when informed by a broad range of perspectives.
As a charity and independent aviation museum, we are very lucky to have the support of a fantastic group of dedicated Volunteers who contribute their time and skills to help us achieve our mission, and the role of the Volunteering Coordinator is to lead the work we do in this area.
The Role
You will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment, induction, training and management of our dedicated team of over 150 volunteers. You will be helping us grow the number and range of volunteers, develop the work they do and play in important role in defining what the future of volunteering in our organisation looks like, and how it fits with our wider workforce.
This is a collaborative and purpose-driven role that welcomes creative thinkers from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of underrepresented communities or non-traditional routes into the charity sector.
We’re particularly keen to hear from people with lived experience of volunteering, community engagement, or building inclusive teams. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including those who may have taken non-traditional career paths.
What you will be Doing
Here’s what the role might involve – we’ll support you to grow into any areas where you may have less experience.
· Develop and implement effective volunteer recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of volunteers.
· Support volunteers through recruitment and onboarding processes, including informal interviews and safeguarding checks.
· Work with volunteers to match them with meaningful and appropriate roles that align with their interests and skills.
· Provide ongoing support, supervision, and coaching to volunteers.
· Foster a positive and inclusive volunteer community by addressing any concerns or conflicts that may arise.
· Develop and deliver training programs to equip volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge for their roles.
· Organise regular workshops or seminars to enhance volunteer skills and engagement.
· Create volunteer schedules to ensure appropriate coverage for all visitor attraction activities.
· Coordinate volunteer activities during special events or projects.
· Develop and implement a recognition and appreciation program for volunteers.
· Recognise and celebrate the contributions of volunteers through awards, events, and appreciation activities.
· Maintain accurate records of volunteer information, hours worked, and contributions.
· Prepare regular reports on volunteer activities, achievements, and challenges.
· Collaborate with other departments within the charity to align volunteer efforts with organisational goals.
· Work with the marketing team to promote volunteer opportunities and share success stories with the public.
· Proactively seek to broaden the diversity of our volunteer community to better reflect the people and stories we aim to share through the museum.
· Gather feedback from volunteers and use it to shape and improve the volunteer experience.
What we’re Looking for
We welcome applicants with transferable skills from related sectors or community-led funding roles.
· Previous experience in volunteer management or a related role.
· Strong organisational and leadership skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
· Knowledge of the charity sector and a passion for the organisation's mission.
· Flexibility to work weekends or evenings when necessary.
· Proficiency in relevant software and tools for volunteer management.
Ways of Working
· Collaborative and inclusive approach to working with colleagues and partners
· A genuine interest in our mission and values
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and spotting opportunities for innovation
If you don’t meet every bullet point but feel excited by the role, we still want to hear from you.
Next Steps
· If you feel that this is the role for you, then please apply! Even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply
· 1st stage interviews will be held via MS Teams on 17th July, with the second stage in-person interview to be held on 23rd July
We are committed to inclusive recruitment – if there’s anything we can do to make the process more accessible or comfortable for you, please let us know.
Please let us know whether you require any reasonable adjustments through any stage of the process.
Aerospace Bristol is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences – particularly those who are underrepresented in the heritage and cultural sectors.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Working for this well-known historical attraction centre as a Maintenance Handyperson, your role covers a wide scope of tasks, be it helping to set up events, basic mechanical and plumbing, compliance inspections, general PPM’s and more.
Salary - £30,000 Per Annum
Location – Weybridge
Role Type – Permanent / Full Time / 37.5 hours a week / Shifts between 8am-6pm (on a rota)
Benefits – 25 Days holiday 8 BH, Pension, Free onsite parking, discounts & many more!
The Role
This hands-on role supports the upkeep and smooth operation of site facilities, and buildings. You'll carry out reactive and planned maintenance tasks, including minor mechanical repairs, plumbing, painting, decorating, basic carpentry, and grounds keeping.
The role also involves preparing for and supporting events by setting up infrastructure such as power, lighting, and signage. You’ll maintain safe, organised workspaces and assist in waste disposal, snow clearing, and weather-related preparations.
Operating machinery like ride-on mowers, cherry pickers, and forklifts may be required, with training provided.
You’ll also help coordinate volunteers, supervise site standards, and support contractors to ensure health, safety, and quality.
Regular outdoor work, including at height and in varied weather, is part of the role, along with participation in the Museum's first aid response team.
This role requires weekend availability as well as occasional working on Bank Holidays, all weekend or bank holiday work is given back as a day in lieu. This is managed by a shift rota a month in advance.
Sound like your perfect role? Apply today.