Organizer Information
National Trust Cymru is the Welsh arm of the National Trust, the UK's largest conservation charity, dedicated to the protection and stewardship of historic buildings, landscapes, coastlines, gardens, and collections across Wales. Its portfolio spans mountains and beaches, gardens and parklands, historic houses and their collections, with notable sites including Chirk Castle, Powis Castle and Garden, Plas Newydd, Erddig, Tredegar House, Penrhyn Castle, Bodnant Garden, and Dinefwr, among many others.
The collections across National Trust Cymru's properties range from sculptures, tapestries, and paintings to hidden family gems and a 16th-century Bible credited with saving the Welsh language from extinction. The organization protects 157 miles of Welsh coastline and works across landscape, wildlife, and cultural programming. In addition to conservation, National Trust Cymru operates an active public engagement programme including exhibitions, community events, educational initiatives, and digital content. The organization operates under the National Trust's founding motto "For everyone, for ever" and is committed to creating inclusive visitor experiences that reflect the full diversity of Welsh history, culture, and identity.
Title & Description
Project Curator — National Trust Cymru (Wales-wide)
National Trust Cymru is seeking an experienced Project Curator to support curatorial projects across multiple sites throughout Wales. The role sits within National Trust Cymru's regional team and operates across historic buildings, collections, landscapes, and gardens, contributing to how the organization cares for and communicates the stories that define Wales.
The Project Curator will provide specialist curatorial knowledge and advice to project and property teams region-wide, shaping interpretation and storytelling that reflects both the Spirit of Place and the needs of local communities. The position combines scholarly research, project delivery, and people-focused coaching, requiring a candidate who can operate across a wide range of sites and stakeholders while maintaining high standards of collections care, interpretive accuracy, and project management.
This is a permanent, part-time role (30 hours per week) and offers a hybrid working arrangement with 40–60% of working time spent on-site at National Trust properties across Wales. The listing is bilingual, published in both English and Welsh, reflecting the organization's commitment to the Welsh language and culture.
The Role Overview
- Position Type: Part-time (30 hours per week)
- Contract Type: Permanent, with salary progression based on annual reviews
- Salary: £36,621 pro rata / £18.78 per hour
- Department / Programme: National Trust Cymru — regional curatorial and projects team
- Working Hours: 30 hours per week (schedule not further specified)
- Work Model: Hybrid — 40–60% at a National Trust site per week; contractual base at the nearest National Trust consultancy office to the postholder's home location
- Geographic Scope: Pan-regional — covering the whole of Wales
Position & Tasks
- Provide expert curatorial advice to project and property teams across Wales
- Use knowledge of Welsh history, landscapes, collections and culture to inform project development and decision-making
- Shape interpretation and storytelling, ensuring it reflects the Spirit of Place and resonates with local communities
- Support the creation of engaging visitor experiences, including exhibitions, programming, and digital content
- Lead or commission research, ensuring it is shared and embedded within projects
- Support project planning and delivery, including budgets, risks, timelines, and resources
- Work with other consultants, contractors, and specialists as needed
- Coach and support colleagues and volunteers to build curatorial skills and confidence
Categories
- Curatorial Practice
- Heritage Conservation
- Welsh History & Culture
- Collection Care
- Exhibition Development
- Public Engagement
- Arts Administration
- Landscape & Architectural History
Eligibility
- Expertise in one or more of the following areas: history, art history, archaeology, landscapes, or architectural history
- An understanding of Welsh heritage and culture
- Experience in developing interpretation and storytelling that engages diverse audiences
- Knowledge of collections care and conservation standards
- Experience working within project environments, including planning and delivery
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across a wide range of stakeholders
- Experience in managing budgets, risks, and complex projects
- An appetite for connecting people with places and stories
- No explicit geographic restriction stated in the source; the role requires regular on-site presence across Wales
Program Benefits
- Salary: £36,621 pro rata / £18.78 per hour
- Pension scheme of up to 10% of basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for the postholder, one guest, and children under 18
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme (for roles meeting the salary criteria)
- Perks at Work discounts, including gym memberships, shopping discount codes, and cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance of up to 32 days, based on length of service, plus a holiday purchase scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
- Flexible working wherever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most National Trust places
- Permanent contract with realistic salary progression based on annual reviews
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and interest in the role
- Both documents submitted together (format not specified in the source)
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 5 July 2026
Location
Newport, Wales, United Kingdom
Additional Details
- The role is listed bilingually in English and Welsh, reflecting National Trust Cymru's commitment to the Welsh language
- The salary figure of £36,621 is pro rata for 30 hours per week; the full-time equivalent is higher
- Salary progression is described as realistic and based on annual reviews
- The National Trust describes itself as working toward an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong, actively welcoming applications that reflect the diversity of the communities and audiences it serves