Job details
Job reference: VAC008332Posted: 03/06/2026Closing: 16/06/2026Location: B Bond – West Wing Smeaton Road, Hotwells, Bristol BS1 6XNSalary: BG8 £29,064 – £31,022 pro‑rata (Package Blank)Contract type: Fixed Term until 31 December 2028, part‑time 22.2 hours/week (or Permanent, Part Time 18.5 hours/week)
Attachments: Person Specification.pdf, Job Description.pdf
Responsibilities
- Provide searchroom and enquiry services, assisting researchers with identifying and accessing archival materials.
- Work on collections projects, including listing and digitising records.
- Participate in occasional engagement activities.
- Support the team in maintaining the daily operation of the searchroom, including cleaning and organising collections.
- Work Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; occasional Saturdays, evenings and public holidays may be required.
Qualifications and Skills
- Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Understanding of the value of archival sources for diverse audiences.
- Experience in archival or library services is desirable.
EEO Statement
Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, and is committed to ensuring diversity in its hiring process. The Council welcomes and promotes applicants from all sections of the community, with preference for Young people, Black and racially minoritised, disabled and male candidates under‑represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. We are a Disability Confident employer; disabled applicants meeting essential criteria are guaranteed an interview.
For questions, contact Lucy Bonner, Senior Archivist (Access and Engagement): Lucy.Bonner@bristol.gov.uk
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