Library and Documentation Volunteer (Decorative Art and Sculpture)

Do you enjoy being organised and systematic?

Would you like to make library and archive records easier to access for visitors and staff at the V&A?

Are you curious about what goes on behind the scenes in museums?

The Department of Decorative Art and Sculpture (DAS) at the V&A cares for around 180,000 historic and contemporary objects with a focus on British and European art and design. Many of these are displayed at V&A South Kensington in amazing spaces including the Jewellery Gallery, the Ceramics Galleries, the Cast Courts and the Medieval and Renaissance Galleries.

DAS has a large departmental reference library and archive which house important information about these collections, their history and on individual objects. As a Library and Documentation Volunteer you will help organise this valuable resource, making books and records more easily accessible for V&A visitors and staff for years to come. There are four different areas of focus available: organising the library or documentation in the Sculpture team, or looking at documentation with the Metalwork or Ceramics & Glass teams. You will be able to specify your preferred area of focus when applying for the role.

The role is based at V&A South Kensington. You will be asked to give time one day a week (10.00-16.00) between Monday to Thursday. Ideally this will be the same day each week but flexibility should be possible with advance notice. You would get the most out of the role if you can be available for up to six months, with the possibility of extension.

Information for applicants: If you are shortlisted for the role, you will need to attend an informal chat about the role at V&A South Kensington on 7 or 8 October. This is a chance to find out more about volunteering with us in this role.