Conservation Assistant

This role involves providing practical support for collections care activities within the Archives & Special Collections, assisting with display of heritage assets, and working with a team of archivists, archive assistants, and receptionists. Responsibilities include daily care of archives and special collections material, assisting with gallery exhibitions, planning and organizing practical procedures, using record keeping systems, and attending relevant meetings. The ideal candidate will have work experience in a museum, archive or other collections care context, good IT skills, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to undergo Health and Safety training specific to the role.