ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL

                       

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT RECORD ASSISTANT

Ref: 238734

£18,907 to £20,736 per annum

37 hours per week (consideration will be given for flexible working)

 

COUNTY ARCHAEOLOGY CENTRE, Carisbrooke, near Newport, Isle of Wight

 

Supporting the work of the Isle of Wight County Archaeology and Historic Environment Service, you will assist with the management of the Historic Environment Record (HER) Database and the Island’s Historic Environment Resource, including archaeological fieldwork, where necessary.

 

A degree in Archaeology or a related subject is essential, along with a range of relevant experience in the management of the Historic Environment Resource. Basic experience of using HER/SMR databases is also desirable.

 

You will have broad and detailed knowledge of archaeology, including excavation, post-excavation work, archaeological methods and practice in Britain. Knowledge of the Archaeology, landscape and topography of the Isle of Wight would be an advantage.

 

For further information, please contact Ruth Waller, Isle of Wight County Archaeologist, on (01983) 821000.

 

Please view the information pack and complete your job application online at www.iwight.com/council/jobvacancies/jobs.asp Telephone our 24-hour jobline on (01983) 823134 or email [log in to unmask] if you need further information about applying. Completed applications should be returned to Human Resources, Isle of Wight Council, County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 1UD.

 

Closing date: 19 September 2008.