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Archaeology Assistant
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 13.26 - 16.68 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Your new company
You 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 experience
CSCS (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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