Casual Archive Assistant | Flexible Hours & History Impact

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave (pro rata)

Bank Holidays

Weekend pay enhancements

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on phone contracts

Job summary

Lancashire Archives and Local History is seeking a Casual Archive Assistant to support our busy searchroom in Preston. You will help customers, respond to inquiries, and assist with archives handling and outreach during peak periods.

This casual role offers flexibility for students or freelancers, with duties across collections, strongrooms, and public services. Training provided and no sponsorship offered.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused service mindset.
• Strong communication and digital skills.
• Teamwork with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors in the public searchroom.
• Respond to written, telephone and face-to-face inquiries about collections and services.
• Use the collections management database to locate information on our holdings.
• Support outreach activities and other Lancashire Archives teams.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Digital skills

Job description

Lancashire Archives and Local History is seeking a Casual Archive Assistant to support our busy searchroom in Preston. You will help customers, respond to inquiries, and assist with archives handling and outreach during peak periods.

This casual role offers flexibility for students or freelancers, with duties across collections, strongrooms, and public services. Training provided and no sponsorship offered.