Work at the Museum
Coventry Transport Museum is part of the Culture Coventry charitable trust - occasionally we need to recruit new staff to the team, and we look for self-motivated and forward-thinking people.
Even if you are based behind the scenes, you need to be comfortable working with or around visitors in an environment where creating the right atmosphere is everything. Everyone in the team plays an active part in delivering our fantastic attraction to visitors.
All of our vacancies can be found listed here when they arise, but if you can’t wait to get involved why not check out our Volunteering Programme.
People from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds, disabled, deaf and neurodivergent people are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from candidates in these groups.
Current Opportunities:
Archives Assistant
Reference Number: CCT061
Closing Date: 24th February 2025
Hours: 15 Hours
Rate of Pay: NLW/NMW
We are looking for an Archives Assistant to support the delivery and development of Coventry Archives as part of the wider Culture Coventry service, based at The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum in Coventry.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within Coventry Archives on all aspects of archive and local studies library work. The role is based within the wonderful setting of The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry. Reporting to the Archives Manager, you will assist in the day-to-day operation and collections management of the archives and local studies material. This customer facing role will help with the facilitation of access to the Coventry archive records, including any associated administrative activities to support the day to day operation of the archives.
This exciting role will give you the opportunity to develop your skills and build your professional experience, enabling you to develop a career in the heritage sector.
We are looking for candidates with:
· A strong interest in archives and local studies collections, with a good knowledge of the resources they offer.
· Excellent customer service when assisting customer enquiries.
· A helpful and welcoming approach to all archive users.
· Effective communication skills, with the ability to adapt your communication style when handling public enquiries.
· Good organisational skills to enable methodical working in accordance with procedures.
· A high level of attention to detail.
· A basic level of IT literacy to deliver day to day admin activities.
· An excellent standard of written and verbal communication.
Working hours:
10:00 – 15:30 Weds-Fri
Apply today and Join Our Team!
Interviews to take place W/C 10th March.
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