At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Library & Archive team in making collections accessible and engaging for all.
- Company: Join Shakespeare’s Globe, a vibrant hub for theatre and culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at our core; all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that inspires others through Shakespeare's legacy.
- Qualifications: Experience in libraries or archives and a passion for theatre.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
Shakespeare’s Globe is looking for a Library & Archive Coordinator to join our Education team on a permanent, part-time basis to help make our collections welcoming, accessible and useful to a wide range of people.
The role involves working as part of the Library & Archive team with the Education Department. You’ll support the day-to-day running of the service, help care for and catalogue our collections, respond to enquiries, and assist students, researchers, artists and members of the public using our resources. You’ll also contribute to research, education and public engagement activities, helping us widen access to the Library & Archive and encourage people to explore and critically engage with Shakespeare’s living legacy.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, collaborative and confident communicating with different audiences. You’ll have some experience of working in a library and/or archive, an understanding of caring for archival material and copyright, and an interest in developing a career in the sector. An interest in theatre, theatre history or Shakespeare is also welcomed.
Please note: This is an on-site role at Shakespeare’s Globe. The postholder will work two regular consecutive days each week, on days when the Reading Room is open for reader appointments.
We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and the Global Majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those from a working-class background, those with a disability and neurodiverse conditions.
Shakespeare’s Globe uses Shakespeare’s enduring relevance to ignite the power of theatre to spread empathy and launch cultural experiences that inspire hope at every stage of people’s lives. Our vision is to be the world’s most exciting centre for Shakespeare and theatre experiences.
- Discount in the Globe shop and onsite restaurants/cafes
- Staff discounts via My Globe perks and better Bankside Buzzcard
- Free entry to selected shows, events and activities
- Access to our free employee assistance programme and 24/7 virtual GP service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave and pay
- Season ticket loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced employer pension contributions after 12 months service
Library & Archive Coordinator employer: The Shakespeare Globe Trust, London
Shakespeare’s Globe is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, dedicated to the arts and community engagement. As a Senior Marketing Manager, you will not only lead innovative marketing strategies but also have access to numerous employee benefits, including discounts, enhanced parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Join us in our mission to make Shakespeare accessible for all while enjoying a supportive environment that values diversity and personal growth.
Contact Details:
The Shakespeare Globe Trust, London Recruitment Team
