Suffolk County Council
Archivist (Internal)
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- Suffolk County Council
- Address: The Hold, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1LR, on-site working expectation of 80% of time in the office plus hybrid working options, including some home working
- Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Hours: 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
This advert is open to current Suffolk County Council staff only
At Suffolk County Council we’re focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people, learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things. As an Archivist at Suffolk Archives, you’ll be as keen to collaborate, build a bright future, and celebrate our rich heritage as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of preserving Suffolk's rich documentary heritage. You will appraise, acquire, catalogue and care for unique archive collections, helping to ensure they are preserved and accessible for future generations. Building trusted relationships with depositors, donors, researchers and community partners, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing our collections. From working alongside volunteers and students to delivering workshops, talks and tours, you will help bring Suffolk's history to life for new audiences. No two days are the same; you may be meeting with a potential donor, cataloguing a fascinating collection in the strongrooms, supporting research enquiries, advising on the handling of sensitive records, or leading an engaging outreach session that inspires people to discover the stories held within Suffolk Archives.
You will need
- a good basis of archival knowledge, either through qualifications or experience in a relevant environment
- an approachable and personable attitude and the ability to initiate and build on key relationships and work well in a team
- a keen interest in promoting the work of Suffolk Archives among traditional audiences, and beyond, and being an advocate for what we do
- skills in prioritising workloads, processing information, problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
We encourage new ideas and fresh perspectives to contribute to the exciting and important work of Suffolk Archives and hope you’ll bring commitment, enthusiasm and innovation to the development and preservation of Suffolk’s heritage.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.
If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
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The team
- The wider team is committed to promoting the importance of Suffolk’s history and heritage both within and beyond traditional audiences.
- The Collections Team brings together a group of enthusiastic individuals dedicated to caring for and preserving Suffolk’s archival history, both for the present, and future generations.
- Joining the Suffolk Archives team, you will be surrounded by knowledge and expertise drawn from many different walks of life.
- The team works from The Hold, a state-of-the-art heritage building, operating an important public service and running various other public and private events.
- Hybrid working is possible, but the majority of our work is in the office as we take pride in working with our archival material and being present to assist with our public service.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report [https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-aims-and-transformation-programmes/the-councils-equality-and-inclusion-commitment-to-you].
For more information
Please contact Hannah Glasse (she/her), Collections Manager, for a casual conversation. You can contact her by calling 01473 260778 or emailing hannah.glasse@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/24313-Archivist.docx (JPP) (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word) https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/Other-Docs/SupportingStatementTemplate.docx.
- Describe a situation where you built and maintained a positive relationship with a stakeholder, depositor, donor or partner organisation. What approach did you take?
- Tell us about a time when you managed multiple priorities and deadlines. How did you organise your workload and achieve the required outcomes?
- Tell us about a time when you worked collaboratively with others to deliver a project, event, exhibition, workshop or service improvement. What was your contribution?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
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For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/657088.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/764097 to understand what’s acceptable.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/757078.
Closing date: 11.30pm 16 August 2026.
Interview date: 25 August 2026.
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As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
- up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
- membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
- performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
- training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
- a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
- diverse and active staff networks
- flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) [https://careers.suffolk.gov.uk/].
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