How to become a museum assistant
You can get into this job through:
- an apprenticeship
- volunteering
- applying directly
Apprenticeship
You could get into this work through a cultural learning and participation officer or museums technician advanced apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Volunteering
It's important that you get as much work experience as possible. It will help you get a better understanding of the role, and make contacts who may help you to find paid work.
Direct Application
You do not need any particular qualifications to become a museum assistant, although you'll usually need a good general standard of education, especially in English and maths.
There is a lot of competition for jobs and you may find some museums and galleries ask for a certain level of qualification, like A levels or equivalent.
You'll be in a stronger position when looking for work if you have:
- experience in customer care
- an interest in museums and their services
- volunteering experience in a museum, gallery or heritage attraction
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Career tips
Experience of security work could be useful for some jobs.
Professional and industry bodies
You can join the Museums Association for your professional development.
Further information
You can get more advice on working in museums from the Museums Association.