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The Henry Moore Institute is closed for refurbishment until Summer 2024. Henry Moore Studios & Gardens is closed over winter and will reopen on Thursday 28 March 2024.

Jobs

Working at the Foundation

Established by one of the great sculptors of the twentieth century, our core aim at The Henry Moore Foundation is to enable as many people as possible to enjoy and appreciate sculpture.

If you are interested in joining our teams in Hertfordshire or Leeds, you can find out about vacancies and volunteer opportunities below.

Our staff are based across our two sites in Yorkshire and Hertfordshire.

Vacancies

 

Collections Coordinator

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £30,000-£33,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to work in an important collection care role in a leading arts organisation, within a friendly and team-focused culture.

The Collection Coordinator supports the Senior Curator of Collections and Research with the preservation and management of the Foundation’s extensive collections of artworks and archives, working closely with the Sculpture Conservator, the Head of Operations and Visitor Services, and their teams.

DBS clearance and verifiable references covering the last five consecutive years will be required, as this role will have Known Consignor status.

We are happy to consider some homeworking in this role.

Our ideal candidate will:

  • have a relevant degree in an arts, humanities or conservation subject
  • have demonstrable experience of managing large collections, ideally within an art organisation
  • collaborate well with other departments
  • be able to remain calm and focused whilst working under pressure to ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and to deadline
  • have extensive experience of working with collection management systems (ideally TMS)
  • have demonstrable knowledge of sector standards including Spectrum

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To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.

Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Louise Olley at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org

Deadline to apply: Monday 25 March 2024, 10:00

Interviews: Wednesday 10 April 2024 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire

Volunteering

Volunteering with one of our teams offers first-hand insight into the work of one of the world’s most notable sculptors, and the chance to experience the day-to-day operation of an international arts organisation. Our volunteers help us to continue Henry Moore’s mission to encourage public appreciation of the visual arts.

There are currently no vacancies for volunteers at the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds.

 

A group of eight visitors, of mixed ages and genders, look up at Henry Moore's huge sculpture 'Large Reclining Figure' which looms over them from the top of a small hill
Henry Moore, 'Large Reclining Figure' 1984, bronze. Photo: John Chase.

Volunteer tour guides

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire 

We are currently looking for enthusiastic people to join our community of volunteer guides at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens.

Volunteer Guides help bring Henry Moore’s work to life by guiding our educational and group visitors. Training is provided and benefits include free entry and tickets for friends as well as volunteer social events.

Download volunteer tour guide information pack (PDF)

A small bronze sundial, sculpted by Henry Moore, in the garden at the artist's home. Behind the sundial is a border of lavender and cottage planting.
Henry Moore, 'Working Model for Sundial' 1965. Photo: John Chase.

Volunteer gardeners

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire 

Recruiting volunteer gardeners to help maintain the sculpture gardens at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens.

The gardens were designed by Moore and his wife Irina, they are predominantly rural in appearance and comprise approximately 70 acres of ponds, hedgerows, orchards, sheep fields, woodlands, lawns and a small kitchen garden.

Download volunteer gardener information pack (PDF)