Brass Bands Archivist
Brass Bands England £30,322 pro rata (£18,193) Closing date 03 November 2025
We're seeking an individual with ARA accredited qualification in archives management, or equivalent experience, to oversee the continued management of the Brass Bands Archive. Part-time and based primarily at Heritage Quay, the University of Huddersfield home of the Archive, the role is perfect for someone looking for a fixed-term role in the heritage sector.
This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for a candidate with some experience working in archives. You'll work closely with our Heritage Programme Manager and Heritage Quay's University Archivist on the ongoing management of The Brass Bands Archive collection.
The salary for this role is £30,322 pro rata (£18,193) and the position is part-time, fixed-term, for 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) from January to December 2026.
*** Job responsibilities ***
To manage the Brass Bands Archive:
- To undertake any necessary arrangement, appraisal, description and cataloguing of physical and digital archive collections to international standards.
- To undertake a range of preservation activities including cleaning and re-boxing.
- To develop expert collections knowledge in designated and wider subject areas, including access to printed and electronic information sources, in order to enhance cataloguing, satisfy in-depth enquiries and provide guidance on sources.
- To collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to promote and publicise the archive.
- To instruct and supervise volunteers in the research, digitisation and repackaging of material.
- To take responsibility for processing, appraising and securing new donations to the archive, and identifying potential future projects or stories to share
- Answer and reply to public enquiries about the collection
- Any other duties pertinent to the role
*** Essential requirements ***
- An ARA accredited qualification in archives management, or equivalent experience.
- Working or volunteering in an archives or records management service
- Experience of undertaking enquiry work
- Experience of cataloguing to international standards
- Experience in IT and database use
- Experience of assisting the digitisation of archival materials and managing associated metadata
- A desire to increase engagement with heritage collections.
- The role itself includes moving moderate weights, working at height and accessing under eaves storage.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Ability to travel between working sites as required (can be by public transport)
*** Desirable requirements ***
- Experience of heritage outreach activities
- Experience supervising volunteers or staff, and delivering relevant training
Further requirements and responsibilities for the role are listed on our Opportunities page on the BBE website: https://www.bbe.org.uk/careers
*** How to apply ***
Applications can be submitted via the Brass Bands Archivist application form. As part of
this form, you will need to provide a covering letter (up to 500 words) detailing your
suitability for the role, and upload an anonymised CV.
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the person specification.
Please ensure that your suitability in reference to this criteria is addressed in your
application. If you require any further information about the role please contact
jobs@bbe.org.uk in the first instance.
Applications close on Monday 3 November at 9am, with interviews held at Heritage
Quay (Huddersfield) Wednesday 12 November.
This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for a candidate with some experience working in archives. You'll work closely with our Heritage Programme Manager and Heritage Quay's University Archivist on the ongoing management of The Brass Bands Archive collection.
The salary for this role is £30,322 pro rata (£18,193) and the position is part-time, fixed-term, for 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) from January to December 2026.
*** Job responsibilities ***
To manage the Brass Bands Archive:
- To undertake any necessary arrangement, appraisal, description and cataloguing of physical and digital archive collections to international standards.
- To undertake a range of preservation activities including cleaning and re-boxing.
- To develop expert collections knowledge in designated and wider subject areas, including access to printed and electronic information sources, in order to enhance cataloguing, satisfy in-depth enquiries and provide guidance on sources.
- To collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to promote and publicise the archive.
- To instruct and supervise volunteers in the research, digitisation and repackaging of material.
- To take responsibility for processing, appraising and securing new donations to the archive, and identifying potential future projects or stories to share
- Answer and reply to public enquiries about the collection
- Any other duties pertinent to the role
*** Essential requirements ***
- An ARA accredited qualification in archives management, or equivalent experience.
- Working or volunteering in an archives or records management service
- Experience of undertaking enquiry work
- Experience of cataloguing to international standards
- Experience in IT and database use
- Experience of assisting the digitisation of archival materials and managing associated metadata
- A desire to increase engagement with heritage collections.
- The role itself includes moving moderate weights, working at height and accessing under eaves storage.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Ability to travel between working sites as required (can be by public transport)
*** Desirable requirements ***
- Experience of heritage outreach activities
- Experience supervising volunteers or staff, and delivering relevant training
Further requirements and responsibilities for the role are listed on our Opportunities page on the BBE website: https://www.bbe.org.uk/careers
*** How to apply ***
Applications can be submitted via the Brass Bands Archivist application form. As part of
this form, you will need to provide a covering letter (up to 500 words) detailing your
suitability for the role, and upload an anonymised CV.
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the person specification.
Please ensure that your suitability in reference to this criteria is addressed in your
application. If you require any further information about the role please contact
jobs@bbe.org.uk in the first instance.
Applications close on Monday 3 November at 9am, with interviews held at Heritage
Quay (Huddersfield) Wednesday 12 November.