Archives Assistant Apprentice - Level 3

Derbyshire County Council

£15,392 to £24,454.04 a year

Matlock Town

Expected closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

Undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Library, Information and Archive Services.
Assist with archive research, cataloguing, and public engagement activities.
Earn between £15,392 and £24,454.04 per year.
Work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting 1 January 2027.
Applications close on 1 November 2026.

About the Role

This is a varied apprenticeship where you will gain experience in a number of areas within an archive setting.

What you'll be doing:

Working in the archive searchroom and assisting customers with historical research.
Responding to telephone and email enquiries.
Assisting archivists with cataloguing historical records, including both physical documents and digital archives.
Promoting the Record Office through social media posts, and supporting events and exhibitions.

Training and Support

You will be supported by an experienced team as you learn. The role involves a mix of tasks, from helping researchers in the searchroom to cataloguing new acquisitions and creating engaging content for social media.

What happens at the end

This is a 1 year and 9 month apprenticeship. Upon successful completion, you will achieve a Library, information and archive services assistant (level 3) qualification.

What we're looking for:

Someone who enjoys interacting with and helping the public.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
A keen interest in history.
Good problem-solving skills and a desire to learn.
Responsibility and attention to detail; thoroughness and ability to follow instructions.
Strong communication skills for various audiences (e.g., elderly individuals, formal emails, social media).

Skills required:

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications required:

GCSE English (grade C) - essential
GCSE Maths (grade C) - essential

Key details:

Wage: £15,392 to £24,454.04 a year
Working week: Monday to Friday (shifts to be confirmed)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Duration: 1 Year 9 Months
Start date: 2027-01-01
Closing date: 2026-11-01
Apprenticeship standard: Library, information and archive services assistant (level 3)
Training provider: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL