Collections and Learning Curator x 4

Deadline: 
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 - 17:45
Employer: 
Colchester Borough Council
Contract Type: 
Full Time
Contract Duration: 
Fixed Term until March 2018
Salary: 
£21,727 - £27,720 per annum

Colchester based x2 and Ipswich based x2
Post Number Colchester: LM06
Post Number Ipswich: LM45

Are you the person who can bring our collections, and the stories they hold to life?

This is an exciting time to join our Museum Service as major capital developments of our museums are changing the cultural landscape of Ipswich and Colchester.

We are seeking outstanding communicators with proven interpretation, collections care and community engagement skills, to join our Collections and Learning Teams. You will be responsible for all aspects of collections care, interpretation, engagement and learning.

We welcome applicants who can demonstrate their experience and commitment to engaging audiences with collections in innovative and creative ways. Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas would also be an advantage:

• Archaeology
• Learning in a museum context
• Natural history
• Ethnography
• Social history

Application Instructions:
To apply for this vacancy using our quick and easy online application method, visit http://www.colchester.gov.uk/jobs Alternatively, call our 24 hour recruitment line on (01206) 507343 for a paper copy quoting the correct post reference.

Please state clearly on your application whether you are interested in the Colchester based post, the Ipswich based post or you have no preference.

Closing date: Wednesday 13th May 2015.
Interviews are planned for mid June.

Contact Tel: (01206) 507343
Website: http://www.colchester.gov.uk/jobs