Textile Treatment Conservator

Within these palaces we display, store and care for thousands of historic objects, many of them on open display in their original royal setting.

The key responsibilities of this role will be to carry out hands-on conservation treatments to our textile collection. You will a team member in one of our textile treatment teams of Tapestry, Furnishings or Costume and General Textiles.

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual with comprehensive knowledge of current technical practice relevant to textile conservation.  You will accurately assess condition, estimate treatment requirements and times, prepare treatment proposals and deliver treatments independently to the standard and deadline. The ability to keep clear accurate records of all treatments undertaken is also essential. This role also includes conducting treatment need surveys on site, in store and within the palaces working at heights. Both independently and as a team player you will be motivated to work for common goals, often to tight deadlines, by working closely with your colleagues.

Successful candidates will have a recognised textile conservation qualification and wish to build on their knowledge and experience of textile conservation by gaining further practical experience conserving fragile textiles on open display in a delicate heritage environment.

As a strong team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will have experience of successfully and communicating conservation both in writing and in public.

Historic Royal Palaces encourages PACR accreditation