Senior Archive Conservator

Location:+++It is expected that the postholder will spend time at both Devon Heritage Centre,
++++++++++Great Moor House, Bittern Road, Exeter, EX2 7NL, and Somerset Heritage Centre, Brunel
++++++++++Way, Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, TA2 6SF

Hours:            37 hours per week

Salary:            £33,000 per annum

Contract:        Permanent            

The South West Heritage Trust provides archive, museum and historic environment services within the counties of Somerset and Devon.

We are looking for a qualified conservator to take the lead on archive conservation work for Devon and Somerset. The postholder will undertake conservation work on our archive collections dating from the Medieval period to the present day.  The role includes the opportunity to develop projects, as well as managing staff and volunteers and advising on conservation and preservation practices.

The postholder will work in our large and well-appointed conservation studios at the Devon and Somerset Heritage Centres.

For further information about the post please contact Janet Tall, Head of Archives, Learning & Development, janet.tall@swheritage.org.uk / 07961 674067

To make your application, please complete the form below and return by email to: recruitment@swheritage.org.uk

Closing date:             11 April 2022                    

Interviews:                27 April 2022 at Devon Heritage Centre

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