Finds Liaison Assistant (Portable Antiquities Scheme)

Location: Liverpool (Hybrid)
Salary: £12,707.51 per annum (£26,121 pro rata)
Contract Type: Temporary
Position Type: Part Time
Closing Date: Thursday 15 January 2026 at 12 noon

Our people are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the organisation make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. We pride ourselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve. Through our people, we are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join us.  

We currently have the post of Finds Liaison Assistant (Portable Antiquities Scheme) available.

Reporting to the Finds Liaison Officer (Portable Antiquities Scheme) within the Museum of Liverpool Curatorial team, and working in partnership with the British Museum, you will help deliver the British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme across Cheshire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside (website: https://finds.org.uk/).

In this role, you will support the Finds Liaison Officer by identifying finds made by members of the public and record them on a national database. You will also assist with implementing the Treasure Act 1996 and contribute to achieving the aims of the Portable Antiquities Scheme. The position involves engaging with a wide range of people, including members of the public and attending events as required.

To succeed, you will bring a demonstrable interest and knowledge of archaeological objects and British archaeology, along with an understanding of the Portable Antiquities Scheme and the Treasure Act 1996. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will confidently engage with the public and maintain positive relationships with local museums and heritage groups.

If you think you match the job description and our organisation ethos then click on the link to apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification. 

 

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Checks (DBS)

National Museums Liverpool carries out checks, at a level appropriate for each role, as part of our recruitment process. Checks are completed through the Disclosure and Barring Service, following a successful interview and conditional offer. Details of these checks are restricted to the People Team and not shared with recruiting managers.

If you have questions about the DBS service please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-application-forms-guide-for-applicants.

 

Overseas Applications

National Museums Liverpool are not currently a sponsor organisation for those applying from outside of the UK. This means that we will be unable to sponsor applications for a work visas from those who live outside of the UK and do not currently hold the right to work.

For more information on whether or not you need a Visa to work in the UK please go to https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

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