Archaeology Project Officer

• Suffolk County Council 
• Address: Bury Resource Centre, Hollow Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AY - Hybrid working
• Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata) 
• Hours:29.6 hours per week - flexible working options available 
• Contract:Fixed Term or secondment to 30/03/2027

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. As an Archaeology Project Officer Learning and Archives for the Romans Unearthed Community Archaeology Project you will see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Join us and turn your passion for progress into action. Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities 

• You will be a key member of a new project team to plan and develop an exciting new community archaeology project Romans Unearthed, and contribute to a successful Stage 2 grant application from the National Lotery Heritage Fund that will enable the project’s delivery. 
• A chance to use your skills to plan, develop and deliver community archaeology activities for the exciting new Romans Unearthed project.
• You will use your skills to conduct an archive audit of documentary and object collections relating to Roman villas in Suffolk held in the county archives. 
• You will lead on creating an archive digitisation and enhancement plan for these collections to be carried out in the delivery phase, identifying digitisation methods, requirements for re-cataloguing, resources, and volunteer engagement plan, with the aim of increasing accessibility and depositing digital data to the Archaeological Data Service. 
• You will conduct consultations specifically with schools, including trial sessions to co-create school engagement project activities and then deliver these activities in the project delivery phase.
• An amazing opportunity to teach and support volunteers to record skills in BAJR (British Archaeology Jobs and Resource) Archaeology Skills Passports and AQA Unit Award Scheme certification.
• You will plan and coordinate other project activities centred on community engagement, including organising workshops and outreach activities for different audiences and adapt to different ages and abilities.
• You will utilise your skills to work closely with consultants, key communities, partners and the project’s Management Steering Committee to plan and deliver a successful project. 
• You will support community engagement through audience research and consultation with partners, stakeholders and individuals, including surveys and face-to-face sessions including with young and vulnerable people, to inform co-creation of activities.
• You will undertake marketing activities, including writing copy for social media, blogs and outreach resources in line with house language and styles. 

You will need 

• a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience 
• a teaching qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• demonstrable experience teaching, working with schools and delivering archaeological activities or similar to children and young people
• experience of working in archaeological archives and preferably delivering community engagement with archives
• knowledge and understanding of at least one of the following: archaeological periods in England, the landscape and archaeology of Suffolk, community involvement and a willingness to learn more in these areas
• a passion for making a positive difference for Suffolk’s archaeology and have a genuine commitment to connecting communities with their local heritage
• to bring creativity into your work through innovation and openness to change.
• experience in producing and delivering presentations using appropriate delivery media for a wide variety of audiences
• to be collaborative and support your colleagues
• ability to think creatively to plan project activities and work with stakeholders to co-create activities
• experience of working with volunteers and local communities, preferably on community archaeology projects
• a good knowledge and experience of preparing and working to specifications and delivering projects to time, quality and budget.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team 

• The Archaeological Service is the main provider of archaeological conservation, recording and advice services in Suffolk. This is a rare opportunity to join a passionate curatorial team who collaborate together to be responsible for the protection and promotion of one of England’s richest areas of historic environment.

Empowering Everyone 

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information 

Please contact Faye Minter (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01284 741228 or emailing: [email protected] 

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application. 

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Closing date:11.30 pm, 14 October 2025. 

Interview date:week commencing, 20 October 2025. 

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid