Archivist (The Box)

Overview

The Box’s mission is to be a social space for art, people, and ideas, with learning, participation, and artistic excellence at its heart. We are a new hybrid cultural organisation – part museum, gallery, and archive.

The Archivist role is central to our integrated approach to collections management and the delivery of The Box’s ambitious programme. From managing collections to collaborating with colleagues and artists on engaging exhibitions, commissions, and displays, this is a fast-paced and exciting opportunity. We’re looking for an Archivist who will be an ambassador for The Box’s archive collections. You’ll bring broad archival expertise across paper, media, and digital formats. Collaboration and innovation are key, along with a commitment to improving accessibility and public engagement with the archive. You’ll be part of a skilled and ambitious Collections team, working to generate pride, promote participation, and ensure The Box is nationally recognised and locally loved. Following more than three years of critically acclaimed programming, we’re eager to grow our audiences and reputation, and reimagine what a hybrid cultural organisation can be in the 21st century. If you’re full of ideas and passionate about sharing them, we’d love to hear from you.

Role and responsibilities

The Archivist role is central to our integrated approach to collections management and the delivery of The Box’s ambitious programme. From managing collections to collaborating with colleagues and artists on engaging exhibitions, commissions, and displays, this is a fast-paced and exciting opportunity. You’ll be an ambassador for The Box’s archive collections and bring broad archival expertise across paper, media, and digital formats. Collaboration and innovation are key, along with a commitment to improving accessibility and public engagement with the archive. You’ll be part of a skilled and ambitious Collections team, working to generate pride, promote participation, and ensure The Box is nationally recognised and locally loved.

Location and details

Location: The Box Plymouth

Status: Permanent, Flexible worker (min 3 days/week on site)

Hours per week: 37

Grade: F £33,699 – £36,363

Application and timeline

Closing date: Monday 20 October 2025

Anticipated interview date: Monday 10 November 2025

For more information or an informal discussion regarding this role, contact Senior Archivist, Karamdeep Sahota by email: Karamdeep.Sahota@plymouth.gov.uk

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.