At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the management and access of V&A’s archival collections.
- Company: Join the V&A, a leading museum championing creativity and design.
- Benefits: Enjoy 29 days holiday, flexible working, and discounts at V&A shops.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with diverse networks and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team preserving art and culture for future generations.
- Qualifications: Passion for archives and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 28520 - 28520 £ per year.
The V&A is a family of museums dedicated to the power of creativity. Our mission is to champion design and creativity in all its forms, advance cultural knowledge and inspire makers, creators and innovators everywhere. This permanent post will support the Archive of Art and Design, Theatre and Performance Archives and Young V&A Archives at V&A East Storehouse. The main purpose of the role is to support the development, management and provision of access to V&A’s archival collections.
Responsibilities
- Support the Archive of Art and Design, Theatre and Performance Archives and Young V&A Archives by managing archival records, preparing materials for access and assisting with the care of collections.
Benefits
- Generous pension scheme
- 29 days plus bank holidays
- Flexible working
- Tickets to V&A exhibitions
- Subsidised staff canteen
- 25% discount in V&A shops
- Give as you earn scheme
- Bicycle loan
- Interest‑free season ticket
- Interest‑free rental deposit loan
- Free safety checks and small repairs to your bike with Doctor Bike
- Wide range of training and professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff diversity networks
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are a Disability Confident Employer Level 2. We commit to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, making reasonable adjustments and supporting employees throughout their employment. The Disability Confident Employer scheme offers guaranteed interviews for candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria.
Providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Making reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process so disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate that they can do the job. Supporting employees and adjustments during employment.
Additional Information
In some circumstances, for example when we receive a high volume of applications that meet the minimum criteria, we may not be able to guarantee an interview under the scheme. In these cases we will interview only the highest‑scoring applicants, both with and without a disability.
Job Descriptions are currently uploaded as PDFs; if you require them in Word format please email careers@vam.ac.uk.
Archives Assistant employer: V&A Museum of Childhood
The V&A is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that champions creativity and inclusivity at its Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park location. With generous benefits such as a robust pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and extensive professional development opportunities, employees are supported in their growth while contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage. The commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment for all, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
V&A Museum of Childhood Recruitment Team
