Summary We are seeking a Project Curator to be a key part of ‘Reconnecting the Rooms’ project team, helping to restore the purpose of Bath Assembly Rooms (BAR) as a 21st century building of diverse social assembly. The role holder will build on research to study, preserve, and disseminate the stories of the people, communities and legacies connected to BAR. Working with the Project Team you will test the stories of most relevance with audiences, explore what every day heritage is, if and why it is important. There will be opportunities for co-designing creative responses to share and disseminate findings further (e.g. art installations, mini exhibitions, or talks). This is a part time role working 3 days a week on a fixed term contract of 15 months, starting in February 2025. Reconnecting the Rooms is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to offer this new, dedicated project role. What it's like to work here You’ll be part of our SW consultancy team. We are a mixed discipline team so you will meet a wide range of colleagues with a variety of roles. You are guaranteed to meet experienced, motivated and passionate people. Collaboration, learning, and adaptability are at the core of our approach, fostering a supportive team atmosphere. You’ll receive guidance and support from the National Trust’s regional and central curatorial teams.Ensuring our organisational culture is welcoming and inclusive is a key priority at the Trust. This role will be researching potentially sensitive topics and challenging narratives, so funding includes an amount to contribute towards supervision and training in addition to the existing range of resources available to all employees. Your primary base will be Prior Park, Bath (during a period of closure at Bath Assembly Rooms), although the nature of our work allows for a hybrid approach (anticipated 60% working week not at home), this role will be critical in building and maintaining stakeholder relationships requiring significant time at both NT, partner sites in Bath and at a variety of archives and museums. As part of the consultancy team you will also be expected to attend monthly meetings at our Bristol office in Abbots Leigh. What you'll be doing In this role, you'll conduct, lead, and share ongoing research into the undiscovered social history of the Bath Assembly Rooms, including its activism and colonial links, using these inclusive histories to shape an understanding of what diverse assembly looks like. You'll present your findings, including data and records, to highlight vital connections between past and present communities, supporting the development and delivery of the project’s outreach program, Rooms on the Road. You'll establish and lead consultation forums to better understand the impact of the Assembly Rooms’ history, centering community voices and aiming to strengthen people's connection with and ownership of the city’s heritage. Additionally, you'll contribute updates for internal project management processes and meet external reporting requirements. Drawing on inclusive histories, you'll co-create programming, workshops, and events that redefine diverse assembly. You'll also work to identify barriers to engaging with the Assembly Rooms and the city’s wider heritage, inspiring local audiences to connect with heritage spaces across Bath. Your responsibilities will include supporting and contributing to the delivery phase of the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) application. You'll manage the recruitment, relationships, and workloads of a small team of research volunteers and interns, while also supporting apprenticeships to widen pathways into heritage careers. As part of the wider Assembly Rooms project team, you'll share relevant research findings as needed and actively participate in project meetings and steering groups. Finally, you'll use this role as a platform to spread best practices in co-created curation, sharing your learning with colleagues across the National Trust. Who we're looking for We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a collaborative working environment, with drive and ambition to make a positive impact with local communities. To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria: A clear passion for stakeholder and community engagement An understanding of the complexities and opportunities of co creation in heritage or museum spaces. Previous experience of primary research into undiscovered social history The ability to find relevance in your research and clearly present it to broad audiences from youth and community groups, to National Trust peers, stakeholders and funding bodies. Ability to write and interpret complex research for both expert and non-expert audiences, flexing your approach as needed. Experience of volunteer and/or apprenticeship management Practical experience of community centered practice and approach to project work, ensuring diversity of voice and advocating for shared decision making The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.