Tate Britain's Curatorial Department is responsible for developing a dynamic programme of changing displays and exhibitions to reflect, promote and embody Tate Britain's role as the world centre for the study and enjoyment of British art from 1500 to the present day. The Exhibitions Assistant role will provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Tate Britain Curatorial Department with a particular focus on the Exhibitions and Displays programme, as well as providing flexible support to the Programme and Finance Manager. Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and multi-task to meet deadlines and work well under pressure. Exhibitions Programme Management Support Please Apply on our Tate Careers Site! Listing will close 16 February 2026 by midnight.Job Summary
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Job Requirements
Demonstrable ability to complete administrative tasks accurately and with close attention to detail.
Effective writing skills with ability to produce carefully presented and accurate work quickly to deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills with good telephone manner and experience of corresponding discretely both with internal colleagues and external contacts at all levels.
Experience of working well within a team, contributing positively to team goals with a proactive, flexible and collaborative approach.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-moving environment and use own initiative, anticipating issues and finding effective solutions.
Understanding of the principles of equality and diversity and the ability to apply and promote these in practice at work.
High degree of computer literacyJob Responsibilities
To assist in the planning and delivery of allocated exhibitions and projects at Tate Britain including:
Support Curatorial teams in exhibition and project organisation.
Organise and minute key exhibition programming meetings and team meetings, booking meeting rooms and catering as and when needed.
With Assistant Curators, update and enter accurate records onto databases and review ahead of key deadlines.
With the Assistant Curators, create and maintain exhibition checklists.
With the other Exhibitions Assistants, support the Programme and Finance Manager in programme management, finance and general administration including:
Support the administration of the departmental exhibition and displays schedules, updating these as required and as advised by the Programme and Finance Manager. Administrate and minute Tate Britain Schedule Meetings.
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