Documentation Assistant
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Closing date: Fri, 10 Jul 2026
- Part time
- Under £10K
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Job Summary
Job Description
Duties of the Post:
Support the Curator of Archaeology in the process of storing, moving, and transferring DMAG collections, taking into account collection priorities; storage and conservation needs; and collection access requirements
Document collections to SPECTRUM standards, including retrospectively for collections that have been poorly documented; highlighting objects that are unmarked with accession numbers and those that may be historic loans
Ensure paper documentation systems are maintained and new acquisitions accessioned and documented in line with our Documentation Procedural Manual
Support the continued implementation of the Collections Index+ Collections Management System, particularly the updating of inventory records on to the system
Work with the Curator of Archaeology to identify possible objects for disposal, according to specified criteria and referring to the Collection Development Policy
Supervise and manage designated volunteer teams to support the delivery of the Documentation and care and conservation plans
Undertake training as needed to ensure a best practice delivery of a quality service
Adhere to health and safety Policies and Procedures and make a contribution to the continuance of a sound health and safety culture
Undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time at the discretion of the Curator of Archaeology
Show the highest integrity and confidentiality in the pursuance of these duties
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Documentation Assistant
- Salary: Under £10K (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Curation
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Fri, 10 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Documentation Assistant
Job: Documentation Assistant
Organisation: Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
Postcode: DT1 1XA
How to Apply
- Contact name: Claire Dixon
- Contact email: [email protected]
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