The Heritage & Learning Manager is the senior manager responsible for all heritage, collections, learning and engagement activities at HMS Unicorn, serving as the authoritative voice on the historic vessel and its collections during this transformative period for the organisation, as well as the public face of the Unicorn Preservation Society's museum and educational programmes.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Operations Manager, the postholder will have ultimate responsibility for HMS Unicorn's heritage and learning activities, ensuring the delivery of excellent visitor experiences through high-quality exhibitions, collections management, education programmes, and community engagement. As a key member of the senior management team, this role is vital to maintaining Museum Accreditation standards and driving the heritage aspects of the organisation's transition from a traditional museum to an innovative visitor experience through Project Safe Haven.
The post holder will be the primary authority on the historic vessel, providing expert guidance on what can and cannot be altered during the conservation process, documenting changes to the ship, interpreting decay and damage to communicate the urgency of the conservation programme, and ensuring the rich 200-year history of HMS Unicorn is preserved and effectively communicated throughout Project Safe Haven.
The postholder will have direct management of learning, engagement and museum staff, and indirect responsibility for volunteers, interns and apprentices. They will represent the CEO, the Unicorn Preservation Society and Trustees at key meetings and events, carrying the requisite responsibility and authority to act as the organisation's heritage ambassador.
The role includes participation in the Duty Manager system, acting as the senior officer in charge of HMS Unicorn during scheduled duty periods.
Working Hours: Part-time (0.8 hours FTE) including some evenings and weekends
Annual Leave: 34 Days inclusive of public holidays and closures (Christmas and New Year) pro rata
Contract Length: Until end May 2026. Contract may be extended subject to funding.
Grade: 4
Salary: £35,000.00 pro rata per annum plus £1,500 Duty Manager allowance
We encourage applicants to apply by submitting:
• A CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role
For informal enquiries, to request a copy of the full job description and to submit applications, please contact: recruitment@hmsunicorn.org.uk
Application deadline: Wednesday 14 May 2025 at 10:00
Interview date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 TBC at Dundee Chamber of Commerce
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