Archive Cataloguer Specialist

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

About the Role:


We are seeking a highly skilled Archive Cataloguer Specialist to join our team at Sja's West. As a key member of our archives department, you will play a crucial role in cataloguing our vast collection to file level, following ISAD(G) standards.


Key Responsibilities:



  • Catalogue archive collections to file level, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records
  • Develop collection authority records, finding aids, and research guides to facilitate access and discovery
  • Collaborate with curatorial and learning colleagues to deliver inclusive public outputs, including talks and social media content

About You:


To succeed in this role, you will require:



  • A degree in a related academic discipline and a recognized postgraduate qualification
  • Demonstrable experience of cataloguing large and complex archive collections to ISAD(G) standard
  • Significant knowledge of databases, specialist archive cataloguing systems, and archival collection preservation requirements
  • A clear passion for archive collections and experience of contributing to a program of public events

Benefits:


This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team of over 1,700 employees and 30,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training, and campaigning.


You will enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, hybrid working arrangements, and a range of benefits, including:



  • 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 38 days over 5 years
  • Options to buy and sell holiday
  • Free first aid and mental health first aider courses
  • Blue Light and NHS online shopping discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Flu jab
  • Eyecare
  • Mental health and wellbeing tools
  • Volunteering days

About Us:


Sja's West is a leading charity dedicated to saving lives through essential first aid services, training, and campaigning. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career.


With a rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. Join us in making a real difference


Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum, depending on experience



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