Assistant Archaeologist

Are you enthusiastic about caring for our historic environment, making archaeology and cultural heritage accessible to the public and working with volunteers? We're looking for an Assistant Archaeologist to join us to help deliver our programmes to care for and conserve our archaeological sites across the South West. What it's like to work here The National Trust looks after almost 24,000 archaeological sites across its properties in the South West, including buildings, earthworks, monuments and landscapes that make up our unique historic environment. Our South West team is made of five archaeologists who hold incredible knowledge and expertise and share the common purpose of caring for the nation's heritage and landscapes, as well as making these accessible to all. We're for ever, for everyone and we really mean that. What you'll be doing The main focus of the role will be to help maintain the National Trust's Record of the Historic Environment (NTRHE). You'll report directly to one of the regional archaeologists and will work with others in the region to manage, update and enhance the records in the NTRHE to ensure we can make well-informed decisions for managing the historic environment. In addition, a successful scheme of regular condition monitoring of archaeological assets has been developed nationally, working alongside volunteers and on-site property staff, to conduct the work on the ground. This condition monitoring enables us to prioritise conservation work and to ensure the continued protection and preservation of the assets in our care. You'll be helping us to roll out this scheme across the South West and support teams of volunteers conducting the work and liaising with property teams, as well as enhancing the data they'll be using. Who we're looking for Drawing on your knowledge of volunteering and archaeology, success in this role depends on being highly motivated and highly organised, skilled at bringing people together and a clear communicator: • Professional archaeologist with experience working in an archaeological environment • Good knowledge and experience using GIS and databases • Experience working with HER data (we use HBSMR software) • Ability to motivate and inspire people • High level organisational and time management skills • Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people • Flexibility to travel and work across a wide geographical area in the South West of England • Experience collaborating with volunteers • Knowledge and understanding of landscape archaeology The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) • Rental deposit loan scheme • Season ticket loan • EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. • Flexible working whenever possible • Employee assistance programme • Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out moreabout the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 02 February 2025 To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page. If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page. EqualOpportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here . Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Bristol, GB

Posted Date: 2/4/2025