Archaeology Assistant

Your new companyYou will be working for Southampton city council in their Archaeology department.

Your new role

Archaeology Assistant – St Mary's Southampton – 11-week contract – £13.26 PAYE or £16.68 Umbrella per hour – 37 hour week

In this contract specific finds experience would be beneficial to this role. In particular with ceramics and pottery.Tasks will include:

• Assist and work as part of the Archaeology team to excavate and record archaeological material as required
• Accurately identify, excavate and record archaeological contexts under supervision including the preparation of context sheets, scale drawings and photographic documentation
• Carry out calculations in the preparation of measured drawings and field survey, undertaking repetitious tasks without loss of concentration
• Assist with a range of post-excavation activities including processing finds and samples, assisting with the production of reports

What you'll need to succeed

You will need at least 12 weeks of experience on archaeological sites and, ideally, have finds experience around pottery and ceramics.

Desirable Qualifications:-Archaeological degree or equivalent practical experienceCSCS (Construction Skills Certifcation Scheme) Card

Knowledge

• Experience of working on archaeological sites and excavations
• Experience of working as part of archaeological project teams
• Experience of post excavation activities e.g. processing finds and samples
• Familiarity with the requirements of health and safety and maintaining a safe environment

What you'll get in return

11 week contract – £13.26 PAYE or £16.68 Umbrella per hour – 37 hour week

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