Collections & Archive Assistant - Ref: EE14224 G4: £25,183 - £27,269 per annum. The New Art Gallery Walsall (fixed term contract to March 2028, 18 hours per week, spread over 3 days). Expected working pattern: one day on a Monday, one day in the Art Library Tuesday - Friday, and 1 day by arrangement. The venue: The New Art Gallery Walsall is one of the leading visual arts venues in the West Midlands. Situated in the heart of Walsall town centre, the Gallery is a busy and vibrant building with an exciting programme of contemporary art exhibitions and collections displays, lively education and community events, an artist studio, library, café, conference facilities and shop. The Gallery provides a truly unique place for its visitors to experience, learn from, and participate in the visual arts. The role: You will assist the Collections Curator in the effective management and development of the Collections, Archives and Art Library at The New Art Gallery Walsall, ensuring effective and accurate documentation to the required museum accreditation standards, assisting with public access and enquiries, and liaising with the Front of House Team on the day-to-day operations of the Art Library. You: We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual, good on detail and an excellent team player to join us for the next exciting stage in the Gallery’s development. We want our staff to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in Walsall, and at The New Art Gallery we are committed to promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, races, ethnicities and religions, of different genders, ages, sexual orientations, and abilities, and recognise unique perspectives and contributions. Benefits: While working with Walsall Council you can take advantage of a host of employee benefits, including: Generous annual leave entitlement (increasing after 5 years) Access to the LG Pension scheme Training and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 15% selected membership discount for Walsall Leisure centres For more information on the role, or to discuss aspects of this role, please contact Collections Curator (Julie.Brownwalsall.gov.uk View Job Description and Employee Specification Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information. Closing date for applications: Friday 11 April Interview date: Friday 2 May