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University of Salford – Collections and Engagement Officer
University of Salford is looking for a self motivated museum professional who cares about maintaining Museum Accreditation and Spectrum standards. With a meticulous eye for detail, you are a team player with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), and the energy and enthusiasm to see projects through from start to end. You will embrace […]
Manchester Cathedral – Consultant Activity Planner
Manchester Cathedral is seeking to recruit a Consultant Activity Planner who will work with the Development Phase team to produce an activity plan for the Delivery phase of their NLHF Development Phase grant. Closing date – 10 October Find all information here
Wigan Museum – Freelance Exhibition Curator
Wigan Museum is inviting tenders for a Freelance Exhibition Curator for the period October 2025 – February 2026. The role will be responsible for concept development and delivery of a new exhibition in the main gallery space at Wigan Museum, working alongside the museum team. The exhibition is envisaged to run from February – July […]
Tullie -Executive Assistant
Tullie is looking to recruit an Executive Assistant who will perform a pivotal role in delivering professional administrative support of the Director and the Trust Board. The postholder will be required to provide highly efficient and accurate information and advice, manage complex diaries, assist with events, and nurture important external relationships. The post will work […]
Leeds City Museum – Principal Keeper
As Principal Keeper you will be responsible for the operational management and leadership of Leeds City Museum and Leeds Discovery Centre. You will lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of challenging site development plans agreed by Leeds Museums and Galleries Senior Management Team in line with the Service Strategic Plan. Closing date – 28 […]
Introduction to the Rethinking Touring Exhibitions Toolkit
In this short video presentation, Dana Andrew, Professional Development Manager at The Exhibitions Group, introduces the Rethinking Touring Exhibitions Toolkit and gives a brief overview of the live, interactive virtual training that TEG will deliver for Museum Development England between October 2025 and February 2026 (in the North on 21 October). You can access the […]
VJ Commemoration – V80 Grants Update
As we remember VJ Day on 15 August, we wanted to share an update on the work of the northern museums who were awarded V80 grants. The UK Government has supported Arts Council England in allocating £500,000 worth of funds to Museum Development partners across England to support 21 V80 Day projects. Five projects were […]
Art Fund – Reimagine Grants
Art Fund is awarding grants of up to £50k for work that inspires creativity and increase resilience in the sector. This year, there is one key aim for the Reimagine programme. Art Fund wants to fund projects that will help organisations reimagine their work with collections. As part of this aim, applications should fall under […]
Heritage Filming Alliance – Membership
The Heritage Filming Alliance is a membership organisation which aims to support those in the culture & heritage sector who either already offer filming but want to develop their filming business or who are new to filming and require support. For a membership fee of £150 for the full year, you get support in setting […]
Northern Museums Receive V80 Grants
Marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe, marking the Allied victory in Europe during World War II, the UK Government has supported Arts Council England in allocating £500,000 worth of funds to Museum Development partners across England to support 21 VE Day projects. The projects, commemorating the millions of people from across the UK […]