The Royal School of Needlework is a place of learning and creativity. We’re extremely proud of the work we produce and the level of tutoring we provide. We’re a small team doing great things! We always welcome volunteer applications and potential new Tutors. We also have permanent roles available and they’ll be listed here when we do.

Current Vacancies

Become a Tutor

All of the tutors at the Royal School of Needlework have been trained here at the RSN to our high technical standard. You can become an RSN Tutor by joining our three year, full time Professional Embroidery Tutor Programme.

See the full Professional Embroidery Tutor Programme course details here.

Volunteer

We need enthusiastic, skills-based regular volunteers to help with certain aspects of our work.  If you would like to join the RSN volunteer team we can give job-specific training, but we are primarily looking for individuals with the following skills:

  • Computer-literacy for data entry work and website updates
  • Administration skills and help with mailings
  • Retail, customer service and e-commerce experience
  • Tour leaders with experience of public speaking
  • Collection cataloguing and help with archiving materials
  • Library cataloguing and administration

To apply to volunteer at the RSN, please email your CV and Cover Letter to:
[email protected]

Course Administrator

Course Administrator – BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery (Degree Course)

Reports to: Course Leader / Head of BA Programme
Salary: £24,000–£26,000 per annum
Location: Royal School of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU

This is a full-time, onsite role working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. No remote working arrangements are possible.

Royal School of Needlework (RSN) is seeking a Course Administrator to support the administration of the BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery programme. This is an entry-level, full-time position suitable for someone passionate about education, administration, and the arts. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the programme, assisting students and faculty, and maintaining high standards of organisation and communication.

Read the full description

To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected]

Applications close: Friday 12 September 2025