Opportunities
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Job Opportunities
Operations Assistant
We are seeking to recruit an Operations Assistant to join the team. Operational support is critical to the day-to-day management of the Atkinson’s building and facilities, including delivery of all programmes and services.
Candidates will have experience of working in a public building with some responsibility for general maintenance, the management of contract services or other general duties. They will have experience in either a technical or practical field, such as engineering or electrical work.
The post-holder will be an effective team worker, with good inter-personal and communication skills. They will be comfortable when engaging with members of the public.
They will be committed to the positive promotion of culture and heritage so that The Atkinson maintains its status as a dynamic and evolving regional venue for arts, heritage, literature and information.
For full job specification and to apply, click the link below.
Creative Opportunities
The Landing Gallery
The Landing is a Gallery showcasing affordable artwork from leading regional artists, with regularly changing exhibitions.
Are you an artist? Are you interested in displaying and selling your artwork in our commercial gallery? Take a look at the application form below to see how.
In addition, every spring local artists have the opportunity to display their work at The Atkinson as part of the annual Sefton Open exhibition.
Volunteering
We are not currently recruiting for volunteers
Volunteers are a vital part of The Atkinson’s team, delivering excellent customer service and caring for our incredible collections, programme of events and exhibitions, workshops and more.
Work Experience & Placements
We work with local schools, colleges and universities to deliver high quality work experience and placements
If you are interested in gaining experience of the working world at The Atkinson, please get in touch and we will try our best to accommodate you.
Let us know where you are studying, your course title, what experience you would like to gain, and how many hours/days you need to complete.
The Orphan of the Temple, Edward Matthew Ward. (1816–1879) Atkinson Art Gallery Collection.