Family History Preservation Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ancestry Full time
Company Overview

Ancestry is the UK and Ireland's largest family history website, offering over 1 billion UK and Ireland genealogy records to search.

Salary

£39,000 per annum pro-rata (part-time, fixed-term contract until September 2027).

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Conservation Manager to oversee the conservation and digitization of collections held by The National Archives. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing and updating a bespoke training package for Conservators, Digitisation Technicians, and Supervisors.
  • Delivering refresher training and ensuring high-quality work is performed efficiently.
  • Supervising Conservation staff and conducting regular quality assurance checks.
  • Managing mould-affected collection items in line with The National Archives' procedures.
  • Fostering a positive working environment and promoting staff well-being.
Required Skills and Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in treating and preserving historic paper-based collections.
  • Excellent prioritization, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of preservation techniques and materials.


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