Job Reference:
ATR70958
Application deadline:
01/02/2026
Salary:
£4,367.00 - £4,617.00
Job Description
Job Title:
College Curator
Salary:
£4,367 - £4,617 (FTW £23,982 - £34,874)
Location:
Waterfront
Hours and Weeks per Year:
6 hours / 36 weeks
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.
Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.
We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!
In the role of College Curator, you’ll predominantly be based at Waterfront Centre and your focus will be on developing, managing and delivering high-quality artistic, cultural and historical exhibitions and displays across all Kirklees College centres. The role supports the College’s educational mission by enhancing learning environments, celebrating student achievement, promoting local culture, and strengthening community engagement through creative programming.
Your key responsibilities will be
- Designing, curating and delivering a programme of exhibitions and displays that showcase student work, local history and themed cultural content.
- Managing and maintaining the College’s collections, including art, archives and artefacts, ensuring appropriate cataloguing, conservation and storage.
- Collaborating with curriculum teams to align exhibitions with teaching, learning and enrichment objectives.
- Engaging students in the curation process through workshops, projects, placements and internships.
- Developing partnerships with local artists, museums, galleries and cultural organisations.
- Organising talks, tours, events and interactive activities to enrich the student experience and strengthen community links.
- Overseeing the safe installation and de-installation of exhibitions in line with health and safety requirements.
- Maintaining accurate records, contributing to reports and funding bids, and monitoring agreed budgets for exhibitions and cultural activity.
Ideally, you’ll have degree in Museum Studies, Fine Art, Art History, Cultural Studies, or related field. (or be able to prove equivalent ability) and demonstrable experience in curating exhibitions in an educational, museum, or gallery setting. It’s important that you’re have excellent organisational, communication, and project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and external partners, and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.
Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.
Term time only staff who start mid Academic year will have their initial salary payments calculated based on actual weeks worked and the number of pay dates between the beginning of employment and the end of the current academic year.
Closing Date: 01/02/26 at 11:59pm
(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Proposed Interview Date: 09/02/26
TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete a copy of the below “Kirklees College Application Form” before clicking "Apply" – you will need to attach your completed form as your application.
If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.
As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.