We require an assistant to work with the Trust’s Archives Manager on a 3 month archives project.

2019 will see the start of the refurbishment of the Bridge Chamber which also houses the archive strong room. Before commencement of the works, the strong room will be emptied and documents placed with an external storage provider. The post holder will assist in the preparation of the archive collection for this move.

This post could provide valuable experience for anyone interesting in a career in archives, museums or specialist libraries.

Duties will include:

• Producing an inventory of box contents by reference number and creation of database to record contents and barcodes
• Working with the Archives Manager to identify appropriate packaging for archival volumes and plans
• Packaging and labelling of volumes and plans
• Creating transfer lists for external storage provider
• Working to identify microfilms and glass plate negatives for digitization
• And any other duties that may arise within the team.

Skills and knowledge:

• Superb attention to detail
• Excellent numerical skills and ability to understand structure of archive catalogue reference numbers
• Strong IT skills including MS Office (particularly Excel)
• Ability to lift and manoeuvre boxes and volumes and to handle documents with care and dexterity (training will be given)

• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of archive collections and the need to protect their integrity as an historical record
• Good standard of education to at least GCSE level English and Maths
• Excellent communication skills, both written and telephone.

Salary: £10 per hour

Location: St Andrews House, Rochester Cathedral Precinct

Hours per week: 24 hours (3 days)

Temporary and part time: 12 weeks

Please apply by sending your CV and a short covering letter in which you should specify your relevant experience and reasons for applying for the role.

No Recruitment Agencies please.

Closing date for applications: 28 June 2019