At a Glance
- Tasks: Help preserve Gloucestershire's rich history by managing archives and assisting the public.
- Company: Join the supportive team at Gloucestershire Archives, part of the Heritage Hub.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, 24.5 days leave, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a positive environment with networking and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on heritage while gaining valuable experience and qualifications.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience and a passion for archives are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
Job Location: Gloucestershire Archives
Salary: £17,877.00 per annum
Hours per Week: 37.00
Contract Type: Apprentice
Duration: Two Years
Closing Date: 24/07/2026
This post is not open to job share.
About The Team & Role
Join Gloucestershire Archives, based at the Gloucestershire Heritage Hub, and help care for over 10 million manuscripts, maps, photographs, books, plans, audio-visual materials and digital records documenting the county's rich history and culture. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work as part of a small, supportive team dedicated to preserving Gloucestershire's heritage and making collections and services accessible to everyone. Alongside gaining valuable hands-on experience, you will study towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Libraries, Information and Archive Studies, developing the skills and knowledge needed for a career in the heritage, archives and information sectors. The apprenticeship is a fixed-term, two-year position funded through Sounds of the South West, a National Lottery Heritage Fund project. Training will be provided by LMP, and you will join a cohort of three apprentices across the South West, benefiting from shared learning, networking opportunities and professional development.
About You
To be successful, you will have experience of delivering excellent customer service, carrying out administrative tasks accurately and efficiently. You will have strong communication skills; be able to listen carefully and share information clearly; be well organised, capable of multi-tasking and working to deadlines. You will be a quick learner who can absorb, retain and apply new information and work effectively as part of a team. A genuine interest in archives and the wider heritage sector is essential.
About Us
For all your hard work, you will receive the following:
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- 24.5 days annual leave
- Career development and qualification opportunities
- Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
- An in-house Occupational Health service
- Employee discount scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
- Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.
How to apply
If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the Apply Now Button. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Helen Bartlett, Archive Access and Engagement Manager via email.
Closing day - Monday 27th July. Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing 3rd August.
Additional Information
The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months' employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. Applications from any Gloucestershire County Council's employees who are currently on the redeployment register or at risk of redundancy will be considered first at shortlisting stage. Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire's diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential. It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a customer facing role must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English. Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.
Apprentice Archives Assistant, Apprentice employer: Gloucestershire County Council
Gloucestershire County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With flexible hybrid working options and opportunities for professional growth, staff are encouraged to develop their skills in a collaborative environment dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people in care.
Contact Details:
Gloucestershire County Council Recruitment Team
