Ikon regularly recruits for a variety of employment and volunteer opportunities. Details of current vacancies can be found in these pages.
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
HMP Grendon and Spring Hill
2027-29
Ikon invites applicants for an Artist in Residence at HMP Grendon and Spring Hill.
Produced by Ikon, Art at HMP Grendon and Spring Hill is a major three-year artist residency funded by the Rothschild Foundation.
Ikon will engage an Artist in Residence at HMP Grendon – a category B, all male, psychotherapeutic prison – and HMP Spring Hill – a category D, all male, open prison, which share the same site and governance.
The Artist in Residence will be supported by Ikon to develop an ambitious body of work based on their specific interests and media in response to the carceral setting and in dialogue with its communities.
How to Apply:
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Wednesday 30 September 2026, midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Artist in Residence Application’.
- Cover Letter (max. 2 pages long)
- CV
- A digital copy of your portfolio of work
- Please also complete Ikon’s digital Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
A complete job description can be accessed in the downloads below.
PROGRAMME EVALUATOR
HMP Grendon and Spring Hill
2027-29
Ikon invites applicants for a Programme Evaluator at HMP Grendon and Spring Hill.
Produced by Ikon, Art at HMP Grendon and Spring Hill is a major three-year artist residency funded by the Rothschild Foundation.
Ikon will engage an Artist in Residence at HMP Grendon – a category B, all male, psychotherapeutic prison – and HMP Spring Hill – a category D, all male, open prison, which share the same site and governance.
Based on-site at HMP Grendon and HMP Spring Hill, the Programme Evaluator will be embedded in all aspects of the artist residency.
How to Apply:
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Wednesday 30 September 2026, midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Programme Evaluator Application’.
- Cover Letter (max. 2 pages long)
- CV
- Please also complete Ikon’s digital Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
A complete job description can be accessed in the downloads below.
EQUAL OPPPORTUNITIES
Ikon is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
In its management structure and as an employer, Ikon is pledged to ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, gender, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. With respect to its provision of services, its policies and procedures, Ikon seeks not to discriminate, either intentionally or unintentionally, against any group or any individual. Equal opportunity of employment applies to the recruitment, training, pay and conditions, work allocation and promotion of all Ikon’s staff and occasional workers.
Ikon, as accessible as possible within the environment of a listed 19th century building, received an Open for All Award for Access in 2000. Ikon continues to be proactive in its endeavour to be an equal opportunities organisation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are there any job vacancies at the moment?
Any current paid employment vacancies will be listed on this page.
Can I send my CV?
We only accept applications through completed application forms unless otherwise stated.
Can I email my application form?
Yes, you can email your completed application form in PDF format to office@ikon-gallery.org.
How will I be contacted regarding my application?
Ikon will only contact applicants shortlisted for interview.
Can I contact someone at Ikon about recruitment?
Yes, please email office@ikon-gallery.org.