Description Suffolk County Council - Bury Resource Centre, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AY - Onsite £24,404 per annum pro rata 14.8 hours over 2 days a week Fixed Term or Secondment to end of June 2025 This is a rare opportunity to help deliver archaeological finds recording to the people of Suffolk, assisting the Suffolk Finds Recording Officers, who are part of the national Portable Antiquities Scheme, record archaeological objects found by members of the public. Do you have an interest in or recent experience of working with archaeological objects? Would you like to gain experience in archaeological object identification and recording? Are you passionate about promoting and increasing accessibility to Suffolk’s archaeology? Your role and responsibilities part of the team working to record archaeological objects found by members of the public, especially metal detector users assisting the Suffolk Finds Recording Officers identifying and recording objects onto the national Portable Antiquities Scheme database, including objects which fall under the 1996 Treasure Act assist with outreach and fostering links with metal detector users and the public work closely with the Archaeology Archives and Projects Manager and two Finds Recording Officers and be part of a diverse curatorial team responsible for the protection and promotion of one of England’s richest areas of historic environment. You will need: degree in a heritage or related subject or equivalent relevant experience some prior experience of object identification or working with archaeological finds to be a team player and be able to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders and the public excellent organisational skills. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team our purpose is to protect and promote the archaeology of Suffolk we are a small, diverse, and friendly curatorial team, find out more about us and our work at www.heritage.suffolk.gov.uk join our team to develop your skills and knowledge of Suffolk’s archaeology and experience in metal object identification and recording. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report For more information Please contact Faye Minter for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01284 741228 or emailing faye.mintersuffolk.gov.uk If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application. How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template. Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 29 January 2025. Interview date: 6 or 7 February 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. LI-Onsite