Ikon regularly recruits for a variety of employment and volunteer opportunities. Details of current vacancies can be found in these pages.
INFORMATION ASSISTANT
Ikon are currently recruiting for the role of Information Assistant.
Contract: Part time, fixed term year-long contract
Salary: £11.44 per hour
How to apply:
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Tuesday 30 July 2024, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Information Assistant Vacancy’.
- A completed application form
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (online)
A full job description and application form are available in the downloads below.
CURATORIAL FELLOWSHIP
Ikon’s Curatorial Fellowship is generously supported by the Frieze x Deutsche Bank Emerging Curators Fellowship programme. This opportunity is open to applications from UK nationals who identify from a Global Majority background who may have faced barriers in accessing opportunities or a platform for representation.
This traineeship opportunity is designed to enable an emerging curator to gain the experience necessary to secure permanent employment within the arts sector. The aim of the fellowship is to enable an individual to forge a long-term pathway as a curator in the visual arts.
Contract: Full time, fixed term year-long traineeship
Salary: £28,000
How to apply:
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Tuesday 30 July 2024, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Curatorial Fellowship Vacancy’.
- A two page CV
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (online)
And either:
- A cover letter or
- A 5-minute sound or video recording
A full job description and application pack with further details is available in the downloads below.
CURATOR
Ikon are currently recruiting for the role of Curator.
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £32,000 – £36,000 (depending on experience)
How to apply:
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Monday 5 August 2024, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Curator Vacancy’.
- A two page CV
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (online)
And either:
- A cover letter or
- A 5-minute sound or video recording
A full job description and application pack with further details is available in the downloads below.
INFORMATION ASSISTANTS
Ikon regularly recruits for Information Assistants who play a critical front of house role, engaging with audiences at the gallery. Training for Information Assistants includes fire-marshalling, first-aid and key holder duties and evaluation time to research exhibitions and meet artists exhibiting.
Be the first to know when we are recruiting by visiting the website regularly and following us on social media.
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.
Do you offer work experience?
Yes, please email office@ikon-gallery.org for further information.