Curatorial Assistant – The Hepworth Wakefield, Wakefield, UK

Institution: The Hepworth Wakefield
Deadline: 30 March 2026
Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £26,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week (part-time)

The Curatorial Assistant supports the delivery of exhibitions, publications, and public programmes, working closely with the Head of Collection & Exhibitions and the wider team at The Hepworth Wakefield. The role places particular emphasis on assisting with touring exhibitions and collection-based projects.

This position involves coordinating multiple strands of activity within a dynamic programming environment, requiring strong organisational and communication skills alongside a solid interest in both contemporary and historical art.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of exhibitions, publications, and events

• Assisting with touring exhibition programmes

• Contributing to collection-based projects

• Coordinating tasks across the Collection & Exhibitions team

• Managing administrative and organisational processes

Eligibility Criteria

• Interest in contemporary and historical art

• Strong administrative and organisational skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Excellent communication skills