Assistant Curator

Midlothian

£20,800 per annum

Applications close on Fri 27 Mar 2026 at 12:00pm

Description

National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent, charitable trust located at the Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, Midlothian. NMMS is responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining history and heritage, shining a light on the past to help us look to the future of Scotland’s energy transition. As well as being a 5-star visitor attraction, the Museum holds one of only fifty-one Recognised Collections of National Significance in Scotland and offers an award-winning learning programme for audiences of all ages across the country.

NMMS is currently undertaking a series of projects aimed at strengthening the care, documentation, and interpretation of its collection, improving access for researchers and the public, and supporting the continued development of the Museum site and facilities. These developments form part of a wider programme of enhancement across the site, its collection, and the visitor experience. The assistant curator will support the curator in delivering this work, alongside volunteers engaged in collections and research activities, and contributing to the ongoing care and documentation of the collection.

How to apply

For full information on this role and to apply, please visit https://nationalminingmuseum.com/job-vacancies/

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