Jobs
Working at the Foundation
Established by one of the great sculptors of the twentieth century, our core aim at The Henry Moore Foundation is to enable as many people as possible to enjoy and appreciate sculpture.
If you are interested in joining our teams in Hertfordshire or Leeds, you can find out about vacancies and volunteer opportunities below.
Vacancies
Assistant Curator
Henry Moore Institute, Leeds
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £26,500-£28,500 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to work in an important new position in a vibrant visual arts organisation, offering a pivotal role within the exhibitions team.
We are looking for a curatorial professional to support the Head of Henry Moore Institute to deliver a varied programme of historic and contemporary exhibitions, displays and publications of the highest artistic quality, presented to the utmost professional standards.
Our ideal candidate will have a particular interest in and good understanding of sculpture, and at least three years’ experience in exhibition organising, installing and evaluating exhibitions and events in a professional gallery or museum setting.
A commitment to diversity, access and inclusion and excellent interpersonal skills are essential for this role, along with good writing skills and superb attention to detail.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
Download information pack (PDF, 1.0mb)
To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.
Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Louise Olley at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org
Deadline to apply: Monday 17 March 2025, 10:00
Interviews: Thursday 27 March 2025 at the Henry Moore Institute, Leeds
Postdoctoral Researcher
Henry Moore Institute, Leeds
Part Time (28 hours per week)
Fixed Term: Two year, fixed term contract to start in October 2025
Salary: £25,600 (£32,000 FTE) + 3% pension contribution and other benefits
This is an excellent opportunity that will enable a recent PhD graduate or Early Career Researcher to gain experience in a thriving cultural and research institution, as well as the opportunity to develop their own research portfolio in a supportive and well-established research environment.
The successful candidate will be a pro-active and knowledgeable postdoctoral researcher, whose expertise in the histories of sculpture will complement that of the Research Team at the Henry Moore Institute, and will form a key element of our public programmes.
The candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of research, writing and communication skills, and will be comfortable working both as part of the Research Team and independently. A current institutional affiliation is not necessary for the post.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
Download information pack (PDF, 0.6mb)
To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.
Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Louise Olley at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org
Deadline to apply: Monday 31 March 2025, 10:00
Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a complete research proposal by Tuesday 6 May 2025.
Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place on Wednesday 21 May 2025 at the Henry Moore Institute, Leeds.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Part Time (28 hours per week)
Fixed Term: Two year, fixed term contract to start in October 2025
Salary: £25,600 (£32,000 FTE) + 3% pension contribution and other benefits
This is an excellent opportunity that will enable a recent PhD graduate or Early Career Researcher to gain experience in a thriving cultural and research institution, as well as the opportunity to develop their own research portfolio in a supportive and well-established research environment.
The successful candidate will be a pro-active and knowledgeable postdoctoral researcher, whose expertise in the histories of sculpture will complement that of the Research Team at the Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, and will form a key element of our public programmes.
The candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of research, writing and communication skills, and will be comfortable working both as part of the Research Team and independently. A current institutional affiliation is not necessary for the post.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
Download information pack (PDF, 0.6mb)
To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.
Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Louise Olley at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org
Deadline to apply: Monday 31 March 2025, 10:00
Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a complete research proposal by Tuesday 6 May 2025.
Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place on Thursday 22 May 2025 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire.
Volunteering
Volunteering with one of our teams offers first-hand insight into the work of one of the world’s most notable sculptors, and the chance to experience the day-to-day operation of an international arts organisation. Our volunteers help us to continue Henry Moore’s mission to encourage public appreciation of the visual arts.
There are currently no vacancies for volunteers at the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds.
Volunteer gardeners
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Recruiting volunteer gardeners to help maintain the sculpture gardens at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens.
The gardens were designed by Moore and his wife Irina, they are predominantly rural in appearance and comprise approximately 70 acres of ponds, hedgerows, orchards, sheep fields, woodlands, lawns and a small kitchen garden.
About us
Our staff are based across our two sites in Yorkshire and Hertfordshire. Most roles allow for some level of hybrid working.
Henry Moore Institute, Leeds
Work in a city-centre venue with a stimulating programme of free exhibitions and events, as well as an invaluable sculpture research library and archive of sculptors’ papers.
Staff based at the Institute focus on the wider fields of contemporary, historical and international sculpture.
Find out more about the Institute’s history and past exhibition programme
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
The site of Henry Moore’s family home and estate in rural Hertfordshire, where we display Moore’s monumental sculptures, preserve his former studios spaces, and maintain the Henry Moore Archive.
From here, our team curate and preserve Moore’s legacy, and devise imaginative exhibitions of his work around the world.
Learn more about what you can see and do at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens
Green initiatives
Sustainability is important to us. We are committed to minimising the impact our activities have on the environment.
We are on a journey and know there is a lot to do. See what we are doing to reduce our carbon footprint in response to the global climate emergency.