Heritage Project Assistant, 25 years of Writing on the Wall
Writing on the Wall Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026
- Part time
- £20k-£25k
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
You will work closely with the freelance Archivist and freelance Heritage Project Coordinator to support the cataloguing, preservation and digitisation of WoW's extensive archive, which is being housed at Liverpool Records Office based in Liverpool's Central Library. You will also engage with volunteers and the wider public to help bring community voices and stories to the forefront of the project.
This is a development position designed to provide real-world experience and entry into the heritage sector. No formal qualifications are required, but enthusiasm, commitment and curiosity are essential.
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Support the Archivist in cataloguing and preserving materials from the Writing on the Wall archive collection.
Assist in identifying, preparing and digitising items, including cassette tapes, video recordings and printed materials.
Collaborate with community volunteers during cataloguing and digitisation sessions.
Support the Heritage Project Co-ordinator with
Help develop creative ways to share archive materials with the public, including blogs, social media posts and events.
Respond to enquiries and contribute to public-facing archive sessions.
Attend site visits to local heritage organisations to gain broader sector insight.
Maintain accurate records of activity and learning.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Heritage Project Assistant, 25 years of Writing on the Wall
- Salary: £20k-£25k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Literature
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026
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Location:
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Job: Heritage Project Assistant, 25 years of Writing on the Wall
Job: Heritage Project Assistant, 25 years of Writing on the Wall
Organisation: Writing on the Wall
Postcode: L8 1XF
How to Apply
Please see the full job description for how to apply
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Writing on the Wall
Writing is for everyone. It’s turning up, sharing our stories and creating change on the page. We host two annual literature festivals, WoWFEST in May and Black History Month in October, which welcome writers, activists and artists. All of our creative writing projects support our communities and schools all year long.