Closed opportunity
Collections Support Officer
St John's
Closing
23 September 2026
Pay
£32,108–£37,338/year
Hours
Not stated
About the role
The Collections Support Officer cares for St John's College's historic art collections including paintings, silver, textiles, sculptures, artefacts, furniture and ceramics. Working within the Libraries and Archives team and reporting to the Head of Libraries and Archives, the postholder coordinates with College Officers and specialist conservators to document, catalogue, and ensure safe handling, storage and display of collections. The role involves involvement in invigilating researchers using rare books and manuscripts, and making collections accessible to the public and through academic…
What you’ll do
- Care for the College's historic art collections in coordination with responsible College Officers
- Work with specialist conservators on collection maintenance and restoration
- Document and catalogue the collections
- Ensure safe object handling, storage and display of objects
- Involve in invigilating researchers using rare books and manuscripts
- Make collections accessible to the wider public on regular occasions
- Support the College's active programme of documenting and maintaining collections
What they’re looking for
The role is described as providing an excellent opportunity for someone with a love of art and history, an eye for detail, and interest in a career in the heritage sector.