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JOB TITLE: CURATOR - EXTEND
JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Full-time
DEPARTMENT: Archive and Library Services
LOCATION: Pacific Quay BBC Scotland hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 28000 - 37800 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
CLOSING DATE: 29 August 2025
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BBC EXTEND
This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010) or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. Youre broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments and medical conditions such as Cancer HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.
We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process or have any questions about our Extend programme please contact
The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.
If youd like more information on BBC Extend please visit the BBC Extend webpage.
(EXTEND code: EX2324).
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Curators work across the BBCs archive collections applying their knowledge and expertise to promote re-use and exploitation of the archive by content makers.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Join our team and help preserve the rich history of the BBC this role youll acquire curate conserve and research valuable collections ensuring they remain accessible for generations to come. Youll also actively promote and market the archive bringing its treasures to wider audiences.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
Support the active development management promotion and curation of the BBC archive.
Conduct activities such as research cataloguing acquisition and collection building.
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to grow use of the archive collections.
Align archive activities with broader BBC objectives to maximize engagement.
Maintain archive policies and standards while managing collections effectively.
Act as an ambassador for BBC archives developing deep expertise in the collections.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Understanding of BBC content and how the archive might further contribute
A Demonstrable subject matter knowledge in archives or broadcast and media content management.
Ability to use IT proficiently including a range of software packages and collaboration tools.
Experience of influencing negotiating and communicating effectively both internally and with external agencies/partners with the ability to problem solve and suggest effective solutions.
Effective planning and organising skills. Ability to concentrate on several areas of work at one time prioritising delivering consistently to deadlines and reacting positively to changes and conflicting priorities.
DESIRED:
Experience of working as a curator archivist or librarian.
Experience of working in a broadcast or content production environment.
Knowledge of BBC output editorial guidelines and other compliance policies.
Gaelic language skills
Knowledge of broadcasting technology practices relevant regulations.
If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
Employment Type
Full-Time
