Archive Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Title: Archives Assistant (Collections Catalogues Project)
Salary:  £20,743 - £21,072 -  based on the 30hour role on offer
30 Hours per Week
Location: The Hive, Worcester
Team:Worcestershire Archive and Archaeology Service
12 months Fixed Term Contract

The Role: 

Worcestershire Archive and Archaeology Service has a wonderful opportunity to join our award-winning team, working in the unique Hive, Worcester.

As the county Archive and Archaeology Service, we care for documents dating back to the 11th century. Our busy public service welcomes thousands of researchers each year, exploring our extensive collections. We answer many more online enquiries, including requests for images of our documents. We have a dedicated support service cataloguing, conserving and digitising archival material from the Middle Ages to the present day.

You will be joining a dedicated team who are involved in a range of tasks, listing archives, answering basic enquiries, and working with the public on searchroom desk duties. The focus of this role is to help complete the conversion of legacy hard copy collection catalogues into a searchable online database.  Ideally you will have experience of dealing with large datasets, be technically proficient and have an eye for detail.

 You will be outgoing, friendly with the public, a key team player who is able to meet deadlines and work alone at times. The job may involve some evening and weekend duties and working across two sites in Worcester.

We will provide support for training and professional development relevant to the business.

For further information please contact: maggie Tohill, Senior Archivist Mtohill2@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? 

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. 

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 23 November 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing 8 December 2025