Looking to be part of something inspiring?
Whether you're starting out, switching paths, or bringing years of experience, there are lots of ways to get involved at Dulwich Picture Gallery.
Career opportunities
We’re always on the lookout for curious, creative, and committed people to join our team.
Please note that due to the exceptional demand for jobs at the Gallery, we are unable to respond to unsolicited CVs.
We do not currently have any vacancies. Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates.
What are the organisational salary bands?
Band A: London Living Wage.
Care, collaboration, diligence, flexibility.
Band B: LLW-£31000.
Administration, coordination, supporting others, contributing ideas, managing own workload.
Band C: £31-37000.
Responsibility and ownership of activity, monitoring projects, programmes and resources.
Band D: £37-47000.
Managing others and/or gallery-wide projects, problem-solving, extensive specialist knowledge and experience.
Band E: £47-62000.
Senior Leadership Team. Budgetary responsibility, strategic decision-making, leading and developing others.
Band F: £62000+.
Directorate. Overall leadership responsibility for the Gallery’s vision, direction and sustainability.
Trustees: Voluntary.
Ensure the future sustainability of the gallery and delivery of its charitable objectives.
Volunteer with us
Want to get closer to art, meet new people, and gain valuable experience? Volunteering is a great way to support the Gallery and grow your skills.
See our current opportunities and FAQs below.
Audience Research Volunteers
Would you like to help us learn more about audiences?
Sculpture Garden Volunteers
Come and help us care for our beautiful 3 acres of grounds, including our newly opened Sculpture Garden.
ArtPlay Pavilion Volunteers
Can you help us support young families and ignite creativity in young minds?
Volunteer FAQs
No previous experience is necessary for any of our volunteer roles. Our induction and specific training will cover everything you need to feel confident doing the role.
Yes absolutely, you can apply for as many roles as you like!
We offer volunteering roles across the Gallery. All our opportunities are listed on our website. Please check the volunteering page as these are regularly updated with new volunteer opportunities.
No, everyone is welcome to apply to volunteer, there are no qualifications required. On-going training, support and supervision will be available from staff throughout your volunteering experience.
Each role lists the length of commitment required.
You can volunteer on any day of the week or a particular day may be indicated in the role advertised. In particular we are looking for volunteers who can support at the weekends, evenings and in school holidays.
No DBS check is required in order to volunteer at the Gallery.
We aim to respond to applications within 21 working days.
Aged 14-21? You're welcome to join our Youth Volunteer Interpretation Programme. As a young volunteer you will get the opportunity to work with our curators, explore new ways of talking about our Collection, and develop new programmes and activities for young people. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm to get involved. For more information please contact creatives@dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk
Please get in touch with volunteering@dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk if you have any other questions.
Work experience
We have a structured work placement programme developed with key local schools and universities. Unfortunately we cannot support any other work placement enquiries at the moment.