Library & Archive Coordinator


Location
Shakespeare’s Globe, London (on-site role)
Hours
Part-time, two regular consecutive days each week, aligned with Reading Room opening hours for reader appointments
Salary
£11,951 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a Library & Archive Coordinator to join the Library & Archive team within the Education Department. You will support the day-to-day running of the service, care for and catalogue collections, respond to enquiries, and assist students, researchers, artists and members of the public using our resources. You will also contribute to research, education and public engagement activities, helping to widen access to the Library & Archive and encourage critical engagement with Shakespeare’s living legacy. This role requires strong organisational skills, collaboration, and confidence communicating with diverse audiences. An interest in theatre, theatre history or Shakespeare is welcomed.
About Shakespeare’s Globe
We use Shakespeare's enduring relevance to ignite the power of theatre to spread empathy and launch cultural experiences that inspire hope at every stage of people's lives. Our vision is to be the world's most exciting centre for Shakespeare and theatre experiences.
Benefits
- Discount in the Globe shop and onsite restaurants/cafes
- Staff discounts via My Globe perks and better Bankside Buzzcard
- Free entry to selected shows, events and activities
- Access to our free employee assistance programme and 24/7 virtual GP service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave and pay
- Life assurance scheme
- Rental deposit scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Eye test voucher scheme
- Flu vaccination scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced employer pension contributions after 12 months service
Experience
Some experience working in a library and/or archive is required. Understanding of caring for archival material and copyright is essential.
About you
You are organised, collaborative and confident communicating with different audiences. You have an interest in developing a career in the library and archive sector. An interest in theatre, theatre history or Shakespeare is welcomed.
Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but a relevant interest and experience in library/archive work is expected. Enthusiasm and commitment to the role are essential.

