IFA Workplace Learning Bursary in Archaeological Conservation Management

This job is no longer available, it expired on the Thursday 20th September 2007

Salary: £ 14,270

Hosted by: Lake District National Park Authority

Start Date: December 2007 Duration: 12 months

Salary: £14,270 (£14,698 from 1 April 2008)

Applications are invited for a 12 month, HLF and Lake District National Park Authority funded IFA Workplace Learning Bursary in Archaeological Conservation Management. This is an excellent opportunity to receive training in archaeological conservation management under the supervision and mentorship of Eleanor Kingston, Archaeology and Heritage Adviser and John Hodgson, Senior Archaeology and Heritage Adviser. Andrew Herbert, Head of Environment and Heritage, will act as line manager. The post will be based at our Head Office, Murley Moss, Kendal, but there will be some travel around the National Park, to areas not served by public transport.

The successful candidate will receive professional training to develop a wide understanding of the archaeological resource of the Lake District and how that resource is managed, conserved and enhanced with partners and communities.

The candidate will assist in the maintenance and enhancement of the Historic Environment Record, respond to enquiries and consultations, including agri-environment schemes, undertake archaeological survey and produce a conservation management plan.

We welcome applicants who are able to demonstrate a good knowledge of British archaeology, in particular upland archaeology and a relevant qualification or equivalent experience. Good written, communication and ICT skills are essential, as is a current full driving licence. IFA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Closing date for applications: 9 am on Thursday 20 September 2007

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 18 October 2007

For further details and application information, please visit www.archaeologists.net and follow the link to the IFA News page. If you have any application queries please contact natasha.kingham@archaeologists.net or admin@archaeologists.net or call the office on 0118 378 6446. For an informal discussion, please contact Eleanor Kingston, Archaeology and Heritage Adviser, on 01539 792712.

Advert went live on: Wednesday 22nd August 2007
Advert archived on: Thursday 20th September 2007

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