Collections Officer Part Time

Job Overview

The Co-operative Heritage Trust is the charity which runs Rochdale Pioneers Museum on Toad Lane – where the modern co‑operative movement started in 1844. Our museum is accredited (444) by Arts Council England; we collect and care for material which tells the story of co‑ops in the UK. We are looking for someone for 21 hours per week
* to care for, plan and document our museum collections and who can use a variety of skills including digital engagement to engage with target audiences as part of our charity’s mission. Collections review and disposal will be a feature of this work alongside collecting to reflect the Trust’s priorities and forward plan.
* This is a permanent part‑time role, and the Trustees are open to offering it on either a two or three day per week basis depending on the skills and experience of the candidate. The role is permanently contracted but is subject to a 12‑week probation period. The museum itself is open every second Saturday and all CHT staff are expected to provide essential cover for front line staff on rotation and may need to work occasional weekends or evenings to support events.

• Care for, plan and document museum collections.
• Review and dispose of items as required.
• Collect items that reflect the Trust’s priorities and forward plan.
• Use digital engagement techniques to reach target audiences.
• Provide essential cover for front‑line staff on rotation.
• Support events that may require working occasional weekends or evenings.

• Permanent part‑time role – 21 hours per week.
• Flexible schedule – the role can be delivered over two or three days per week.
• Probation period of 12 weeks.
• Opening times: museum opens every second Saturday.
• Closing date for applications: midday on Monday 19th January 2026.
• Interviews: in person on Monday 26th or Tuesday 27th January at Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 31 Toad Lane OL12 0NU
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• Apply via the Trust’s website:
• Send completed application forms to the Trust Manager, Liz McIvor: lizp