Role Title: Heritage Trainee
Location: Heritage Lincolnshire Offices in Heckington, Sleaford
Salary: £21,000 - £24,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 2 years (Fixed term, with potential for extension)
Are you ready to take the opportunity?
This is a great opportunity for someone starting a career in the sector to develop their knowledge and skills in heritage management within a leading charity that delivers a variety of heritage projects. Trainees will undertake at least 6 months of training with Heritage Lincolnshire including induction training so they can work safely on site and understand the wider heritage sector. You will train alongside experienced heritage professionals on active sites, gaining insight into all aspects of site work from research and community engagement to budgeting and project management. This includes learning about the protection of national designations within the planning system and sustainable approaches to restoring heritage at risk properties.
What You’ll Do:
- Support the Heritage Team in the delivering heritage projects from Heritage Strategies to Activity Plans
- Assist in the delivering Heritage at Risk and heritage-led regeneration schemes
- Provide support to Historic Environment Project Officers in giving verbal and written advice for listed building consent, planning permission applications, or enforcement actions considering the impact on built heritage, its setting, and conservation areas
- Attend meetings, virtually or on-site to provide conservation advice on behalf of at least one local planning authority.
- Contribute to conservation area appraisals, design guidance, conservation management plans, and other heritage statements.
- Work with community groups, local authorities, and private owners of Heritage at Risk, offering advice and guidance as required.
What We’re Looking For:
- An early career professional looking to develop and grow within the Heritage Sector
- Someone for a passion for the history and heritage of Lincolnshire
- Someone who is organised to support the delivery of heritage projects
Job Description and Person Specification
Application Process
Ready to make your mark? Send your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role clearly explaining how you can meet the requirements of the person specification and job description to htladmin@heritagelincolnshire.org Please include “Heritage Trainee” in the subject line.
Application Deadline: Friday, 27th September 2024
Interviews: Week commencing 30th September 2024
About Heritage Lincolnshire
Heritage Lincolnshire is a dynamic charity committed to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Lincolnshire. We are at the forefront of community engagement, inspiring economic vitality, and safeguarding the stories that make our region unique.
Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
Heritage Lincolnshire is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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