IKON SHOP ASSISTANT
Ikon is seeking a reliable, organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for contemporary visual arts to join our Front of House team. You will provide excellent customer service in Ikon Shop and assist with reception duties as a trained Duty Person.
Contract: Part-time over 2 days, fixed-term, 24-month long contract
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Location: Ikon Gallery, B1 2HS
How to Apply
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Tuesday 13 January 2026, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Ikon Shop Assistant Application’
- A completed application form
- A complete Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
Start date will be required as soon as possible.
For a full job description and application form please see the downloads below.
IKON YOUTH PROGRAMME (IYP) COORDINATOR
Ikon Gallery is seeking a responsible, reliable and passionate individual to work as Ikon Youth Programme (IYP) Coordinator, working to plan, deliver and evaluate the alternative arts curriculum offered by IYP.
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term, 12-month long contract
Salary: £26,500 pro rata
Location: Ikon Gallery, B1 2HS
How to Apply
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Wednesday 21 January 2026, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Ikon Youth Programme Coordinator Application’
- A completed application form
- A complete Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 28 January 2026 at Ikon Gallery. Start date is the beginning of March 2026.
For a full job description and application form please see the downloads below.
GALLERY ASSISTANT
Ikon Gallery is seeking a reliable, organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for contemporary visual arts to join our Front of House team. You will provide a warm welcome to visitors, invigilate exhibitions, assist with reception and shop duties, and support events.
Contract: Part-time over 3 days, fixed-term, 24-month long contract
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Location: Ikon Gallery, B1 2HS
How to Apply
Please send the following to office@ikon-gallery.org by Tuesday 3 February 2026, Midday (BST) with the subject line ‘Gallery Assistant Application’
- A completed application form
- A complete Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
For a full job description and application form please see the downloads below.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Ikon Gallery is seeking volunteers to support the evaluation of What are the odds? Ikon Creative Health through the gathering of meaningful feedback from visitors through surveys. Volunteers will also engage audiences in conversation around the exhibition’s creative health themes. This includes assisting in the facilitation of interactive exhibits.
Please complete the application form by Wednesday 7 January. The form includes a short expression of interest (max.300 words) and your availability.
What are the Odds? Volunteer expression of interest – Fill in form
Ikon regularly recruits for a variety of employment and volunteer opportunities. Details of current vacancies can be found in these pages.
INFORMATION ASSISTANTS
Ikon regularly recruits for Information Assistants who play a critical front of house role, engaging with audiences at the gallery. Training for Information Assistants includes fire-marshalling, first-aid and key holder duties and evaluation time to research exhibitions and meet artists exhibiting.
Be the first to know when we are recruiting by visiting the website regularly and following us on social media.
EQUAL OPPPORTUNITIES
Ikon is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
In its management structure and as an employer, Ikon is pledged to ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, gender, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. With respect to its provision of services, its policies and procedures, Ikon seeks not to discriminate, either intentionally or unintentionally, against any group or any individual. Equal opportunity of employment applies to the recruitment, training, pay and conditions, work allocation and promotion of all Ikon’s staff and occasional workers.
Ikon, as accessible as possible within the environment of a listed 19th century building, received an Open for All Award for Access in 2000. Ikon continues to be proactive in its endeavour to be an equal opportunities organisation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are there any job vacancies at the moment?
Any current paid employment vacancies will be listed on this page.
Can I send my CV?
We only accept applications through completed application forms unless otherwise stated.
Can I email my application form?
Yes, you can email your completed application form in PDF format to office@ikon-gallery.org.
How will I be contacted regarding my application?
Ikon will only contact applicants shortlisted for interview.
Can I contact someone at Ikon about recruitment?
Yes, please email office@ikon-gallery.org.