Collections Care Officer

Royal Armouries

  • London
  • £22,523-24,212 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Collections Care Officer, Tower of London2-year, fixed-term position, working 21.6 hours per week (3 days out of 7).£22,523 - £24,212 pro rata. Plus, London Weighting £2,700 pro rata. (£13,513 -£14,527 actual. Plus, London Weighting £1,620 actual)Based at Tower of LondonPlease access the Application FormThe Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom’s national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.For this exciting opportunity the Royal Armouries is seeking someone with experience and knowledge of collections care, including housekeeping, environmental and pest monitoring. A flexible and pragmatic approach to work, excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines, as well as exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are all essential requirements of the role. An interest in the subject of arms and armour is highly desirable.This position is a fixed-term role, working full time, 21.6 hours per week, 3 days out of 7. Weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working will occasionally be required, as will some travel.Holidays is 22.5 days for 3 days.Pension is 3% EE & 6% ER.Benefits:
  • Access to the discounted bicycles via Bike2Work scheme
  • Access to free EAP services via the (Employee Assistance Program)
  • 22.5 days holiday (based on working 3 days out of 7)
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Discount in the staff shop and on-site café
  • Pension scheme – 3% employee and 6% employer
  • Access to free on-line learning
How to Apply:To apply please visit . Please note you will need to download an application form as directed and upload it via our recruitment system in the space provided. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.Closing date for return of completed applications: 22/09/25 12:00 p.m. (midnight)Additional Information:A Police Check/ Disclosure will be requested in the event of a successful application. Please refer to the job description for the level of check required. A criminal record would not necessarily be a bar to employment.Please note that all job offers are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, DBS/Police checks and right to work documentation.Due to the volume of applications we receive we are not able to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Person SpecificationJob Title: Collections Care Officer, Tower of LondonDepartment: Collections and LearningE= Essential for applicants to meet the relevant standardD= Desirable for applicants to meet the relevant standardSelection CriteriaCRITERIASTANDARDE/DEVIDENCEQualificationsTraining or experience in a relevant subject areaEducated to degree level in relevant subject areaPost-graduate qualification in Museum Studies, Conservation, Heritage Management or similarFull UK driving licenceEDDDApplication / CertificateApplication / CertificateApplication / CertificateApplication/LicenceWork ExperienceProven experience of working with museum collections in a museum or heritage environmentProven experience or knowledge of implementing preventative conservation measuresExperience of handling museum objectsEEDApplication / interviewApplication / interviewApplication / interview /AssessmentSkills and KnowledgeKeen interest in museumsAbility to communicate with a variety of audiences utilising a variety of techniquesAwareness of museum collections management policies and proceduresExperience of using collections management databasesEDEDApplication/InterviewApplication / InterviewApplication / InterviewApplication / InterviewAptitudesAbility to prioritise conflicting demandsAbility to work flexibly and adapt to changeAbility to work in a teamAbility to demonstrate Royal Armouries valuesEEEEApplication / InterviewApplication / InterviewApplication / InterviewApplication / Interview

Royal Armouries