Cultural and Heritage Assistant - Casual (2 positions)

Cultural and Heritage Assistant – Casual (2 positions)

 

Directorate:                     Environmental and Community Services

Department:                    Wellbeing and Culture Services

Basis/Hours:                    Casual – as and when required, hours are variable dependant on service delivery.

Salary:                             Grade B - £12.26 to £12.65 per hour (equivalent to £23,656 to £24,404 per year pro rata)

Location:                         Erewash Museum, High Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5JA

 

 

The Opportunity:

 

The Council’s Wellbeing and Culture Service has some exciting opportunities for passionate individuals to work within their Culture and Heritage Team based at the award-winning Erewash Museum located at Dalby House based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

 

The council is looking for individuals with a passion for the Museum, Culture and Heritage sector to assist with their operations.

 

The museum is open to the public Thursday to Saturday 11am – 4pm. The positions are casual, and shifts will therefore be allocated on the basis of service need, however the primary required working days for these advertised positions is Saturday working. During school holidays the museum extends its operations and there will be a requirement for additional shifts during these periods.

 

About you:

 

The council’s ambition for their Wellbeing and Culture Service is to provide opportunities for residents relating to culture, arts and heritage whilst improving their health and wellbeing and having fulfilling experiences through its key asset at Erewash Museum, therefore experience of working in a customer service environment is essential.

 

The successful candidates will work with other museum staff to deliver the council’s cultural and heritage education programme during term-time, therefore the ability to lead activities is essential. The education programme will be delivered during term-time Monday to Friday and the opportunity for additional shifts during this time will be required.

 

Working within a team of staff, you will assist with the operational delivery of the service at Erewash Museum, working on events, exhibitions, and activities. The ability to cover work at short notice is desirable.

 

We aim to develop a diverse skill set within our team. Whether you are you are looking to further your experience in this sector or have a wealth of knowledge, we would like to hear from you. 

 

Please note this post requires the successful candidates to undertake a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

 

Candidates are welcome to find out more about this role and working at Erewash Borough Council. If you would like an informal discussion regarding this opportunity please contact Katherine Simpson, Cultural Events Officer on 0115 931 6088 or via email at katherine.simpson@erewash.gov.uk , or Jessica Fitzgerald, Heritage and Collections Officer on 0115 931 6098 or via email at jessica.fitzgerald@erewash.gov.uk

 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 16 March 2025 at midnight.

 

Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.  Please visit https://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search

 

To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.

 

If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.

 

Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail), e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk

 

The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.

 

The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview. 

 

Please ensure that you make it clear on your application that you wish to be considered under these criteria.