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
HR Assistant
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Full Time (35 hours per week); Part Time (28 hours per week) would be considered
Salary: £30,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits
This role is a great opportunity to develop a career in HR – which forms 80% of this role – and to hone your clerical skills as PA to the Chief Operating Officer/Chief Finance Officer in this small, friendly team in our busy cultural environment.
We are seeking a personable, highly organised administrator to assist our HR Manager with recruitment, professional development, payroll preparation and other HR tasks; and to assist the COO with administration for the Board of Trustees and occasional PA duties.
Our successful candidate will bring proven administrative/clerical experience, ideally gained in a cultural or charitable environment, plus either some experience of HR or an enthusiasm to learn HR practice.
Exceptional organisational and communication skills, along with a ‘can do’ attitude and a high level of attention to detail are essential for this role. Experience of minute-taking would be beneficial, as well as a GCSE in maths, plus absolute discretion and good humour.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
HR Assistant information pack (PDF, 0.3mb)
HR Assistant application form (DOC, 0.1mb)
Download equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC, 0.1mb)
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: Friday 25 April 2025, 9:00
Interviews: Tuesday 29 April 2025 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire
HR Manager
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £42,000–45,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a pivotal role in a small team within a leading arts charity offering a friendly and team-focused culture.
The HR Manager is the principal HR point of contact and leads on day to day HR matters, delivering a professional service across the organisation including:
- recruitment and professional development
- all contractual matters and compliance with employment law and GDPR
- monthly payroll processing
- pensions and other employee benefits
The post-holder supports the Chief Operating Officer in HR policy development and the integration of Henry Moore Foundation values and behaviours.
Our successful candidate will be CIPD qualified or have the equivalent level of HR management experience within a similar role, ideally in the cultural or not-for-profit sectors, as well as the following key skills:
- a full understanding of UK employment law, HR functions and best practices
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- able to prioritise with excellent time management
- approachable, empathetic and able to deal with any employee issues calmly and swiftly
- strong organisational and mathematical skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach
Experience in payroll processing is highly desirable, along with knowledge of HR software systems – training will be provided on BrightPay/Connect.
The post is based at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, 30 miles north of London in rural East Hertfordshire, mid-way between London and Cambridge. On average, one day per month will be spent at the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds. Some homeworking may be considered.
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
HR Manager information pack (PDF, 0.3mb)
HR Manager application form (DOC, 0.1mb)
Download equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC, 0.1mb)
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 28 April 2025, 9:00
Interviews: Friday 2 May 2025 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire
Start date: you must be available to take up this role by 14 July 2025
Gardener
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £25,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits
The historic landscape of Henry Moore’s gardens provides the backdrop for the monumental sculptures of this world-famous artist.
As our Gardener, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our gardens are a wonderful place in which to spend time and enjoy art. You’ll help us find ways of bringing to life Moore’s sculpture in the gardens created by his wife Irena, and helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries.
You’ll work alongside the Senior Gardener, other grounds staff and a small team of volunteers to assist with the delivery of the garden strategy and maintenance plan. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an important role within a friendly team.
Qualified at least to RHS level 2 or equivalent qualification, or with two year’s work experience in some aspect of gardening or horticulture, you will also have the following key skills:
- knowledge of a wide range of horticultural techniques and good plant husbandry skill
- basic knowledge of maintaining and fixing garden machinery
- good interpersonal skills, ideally with some experience of working with volunteers and a willingness to talk about gardens and plants to visitors
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups.
Download Gardener information pack (PDF, 1.0mb)
Download Gardener application form (DOC, 0.1mb)
Download equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC, 0.1mb)
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: Tuesday 22 April 2025, 10:00
Interviews: Thursday 1 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.