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Conservator: Stone, Wall Paintings and Mosaics x1 Full-time, x1 Part-time (4 days per week) On-site (based in Bloomsbury, London) Fixed term (until 31 December 2027) £26,776 - £33,470 per annum (depending on working pattern) Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Monday, 27 April 2026 About the role The British Museum is seeking a skilled and motivated Conservator specialising in Stone, Wall Paintings and Mosaics. This is a unique opportunity to help preserve, research, and support the display of some of the world’s most significant cultural heritage. As a Conservator within the Stone Wall Paintings & Mosaics (SWPM) team, you will contribute to the care of the Museum’s collection through both interventive and preventive conservation. You will support upcoming loans, exhibitions, and long-term displays, as well as contributing to the ___, while also taking part in departmental outreach and public engagement. You’ll work collaboratively with specialists across the Museum, helping shape conservation strategies and contributing to key projects that ensure the preservation of globally important artefacts. Key areas of responsibility • Carry out conservation treatments on stone, wall paintings and mosaics in the collection and contribute to the conservation of other materials and objects where required., • Prepare objects for loan, exhibition, and permanent display., • Contribute to the care of the collection through dedicated projects on collections in store., • Support conservation projects, including surveys, documentation, data collection, and analysis., • Collaborate with colleagues across Conservation, Collection Care and Moves, and wider museum teams., • Ensure best practice and compliance with current health and safety standards., • Contribute to outreach activities through public speaking, publishing, and supporting public events. We are looking for someone who combines strong practical conservation skills with excellent communication and collaborative abilities. • A recognised professional conservation qualification (degree level or equivalent) with emphasis on stone, wall paintings and mosaics., • Demonstrable hands-on experience in conserving these materials., • Understanding of material deterioration, preventive conservation, and ethical decision‑making. Ideally, with some involvement in preventive conservation activities., • Strong attention to detail, able to undertake highly detailed tasks., • Good IT skills and competence across relevant software and systems., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to present work publicly., • Able to plan, organise, and deliver work to deadlines. At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we've designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found ___, but we’ve outlined some highlights below: • Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access., • 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years)., • Discounts at onsite catering, Museum shops and local Bloomsbury partners., • Peer support and allyship with five diversity networks for community., • Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications., • Eyecare vouchers for VDU tests and contributions toward glasses., • Civil Service Pension Scheme with a secure, inflation‑linked defined benefit. Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: • Care Deeply, • Embrace the Unknown, • Spark Curiosity Additional details At the British Museum, we are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process where every applicant has the opportunity to present their genuine strengths and experience in their own voice. While we recognise that AI tools can be helpful when preparing applications, we expect all submissions to accurately reflect everyone’s skills and background, and we may withdraw applications that appear to be generated entirely by AI. During interviews, we want to hear directly from candidates and therefore do not permit the use of AI to generate or support answers, though assistive technologies used as reasonable adjustments are fully welcomed. If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to . The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants

The British Library is seeking a Digital Collections Conservator to join its Digital Collections Management and Preservation team. This exciting full-time role involves managing the preservation of extensive digital collections and involves collaboration on preservation strategies.

The successful candidate will also contribute to the development and promotion of best practice for digital preservation within the Library, as well as to support colleagues with the implementation of the digital elements of the Library's Collection Management Strategy. The post of Digital Collectio

Vacancy for Digital Ingest Conservator at Victoria and Albert Museum. This role is central to safeguarding the V&A’s digital heritage and preparing the Museum for future digital collecting. Vacancy for Digital Ingest Conservator at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Vacancy: Assistant Conservator, Time-Based Media. This is a new opportunity to work as an assistant time-based media conservator. This role will work with the time-based media conservator to deliver the acquisition of new artworks into Tate’s collection.

We are looking for a motivated Assistant Frames Conservator to join our Paintings, Frames & Workshop Conservation team.

A prominent art institution in Greater London is seeking a time-based media conservator for a fixed-term project until June 2024.

A leading cultural institution in London is seeking a Conservator (Metals and Related Objects) to support major exhibitions and collaborate with experts.

Working as a Project Conservator within the Collection Care Department, you will join a dedicated team of conservators responsible for assessing and preparing records for digitisation. Vacancy for Project Conservator at The National Archives. Vacancy for Project Conservator at The National Archives.

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Conservator: Stone, Wall Paintings and Mosaics. The British Museum is seeking a skilled and motivated Conservator specialising in Stone, Wall Paintings and Mosaics. As a Conservator within the Stone Wall Paintings & Mosaics (SWPM) team, you will contribute to the care of the Museum’s collection th

The Conservation and Collections Care department are looking for a Textile Conservator to join our multi-disciplinary team working on stabilising and packing objects and installation of the new galleries. The role would suit a conservator looking to enhance their general museum and textile conservat

A leading UK museum is seeking a Textile Conservator to join the Conservation and Collections Care department.

A cultural charity in the UK seeks a part-time Film Conservator to join their National Film Archive team in Berkhamsted.

A leading cultural institution in Greater London seeks a skilled Conservator specializing in Stone, Wall Paintings, and Mosaics.

An archival organization in Richmond upon Thames is seeking a Project Conservator to join their Collection Care Department.

The BFI’s National Film Archive in Berkhamsted is looking for a Film Conservator – Film Operations, on a part time fixed term basis. The Film Conservator will work on inspection, preparation, repair, documentation in Axiell Collections, and reference digitisation of identified film collections m

Vacancy for Conservator, Time-based Media at Tate. This is a new opportunity to work as a time-based media conservator. This role will deliver the acquisition of new artworks into Tate’s collection, working within a team of conservators and technicians.

A prominent cultural institution in London is seeking a motivated Assistant Frames Conservator to join their Conservation team.

A local library service in South Cambridgeshire is looking for a Relief Community Library Assistant to provide customer service across multiple libraries including Cambourne and Sawston.The role requires strong customer care skills, flexibility, and access to a vehicle.Key responsibilities include c

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a Stock and Reader Development Assistant to enhance library services and foster community engagement.This role involves coordinating stock, resolving catalog issues, and promoting various reader development activities.Strong communication and

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We are currently recruiting for two 0 hours Relief Community Library Assistants.The named bases for these positions are either Cambourne Library or Sawston Library but the position holder will be expected to cover other libraries across South Cambs; Comberton, Linton, Sawston, Great Shelford, Papwor

Vacancy for Assistant Data Services Specialist at The British Library.Vacancy for Assistant Data Services Specialist at The British Library.The British Library is recruiting to the post of Assistant Data Services Assistant within the Data Services team.The main duties will be around the day-to-day r

A global media company in London seeks an Archive Assistant to manage library and archive operations.Key responsibilities include data entry, research support, and handling valuable materials.Candidates should possess a relevant degree and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail.Benefits include

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City.Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.Reporting to the Director of Libraries, the Library Administrative Assistant will provi

Relief Community Library Assistant## About the role**We are currently recruiting for two 0 hours Relief Community Library Assistants.The named bases for these positions are either Cambourne Library or Sawston Library but the position holder will be expected to cover other libraries across South Camb

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