Archaeology Assistant - Southampton

Archaeology Assistant – Southampton

£12.59 per hour

Contract – Full Time:

Duties/Responsibilities:

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
Achieve work targets agreed with the Archaeology Officer managing the project including communication with contractors, as appropriate
Assist with activities associated with Southampton’s communities and working with members of the public on placements and volunteering opportunities
Assist with the maintenance of the health, safety, security of sites and premises at all times
Support communications, social media activity and events to enable wider engagement with audiences, in liaison with colleagues and the communications team
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