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Allen Archaeology Ltd

TRAINEE ARCHAEOLOGIST/PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGIST (GRADE 1.1–1.3)

Allen Archaeology Ltd, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511

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Allen Archaeology Ltd

£23,904.94- £27,831.18 Per Annum Dependent On Experience

Due to new business demands, with exciting projects across the UK and a busy year ahead, we are looking for enthusiastic, talented and passionate individuals with a drive to succeed, to join our team at Allen Archaeology on a permanent basis, subject to the successful completion of a three‑month probationary period and a training plan for the Trainee role.

About The Role Working predominantly out of our head office in Lincoln, you will be part of a team of experienced archaeologists and trainees, on a variety of fieldwork projects across the UK, but with a particular focus in the East Midlands and East Anglia.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career within a busy and dynamic company, offering opportunities for training and progression within a smaller unit from our head office in the thriving and affordable historic cathedral city. The location offers affordable housing, great schools, excellent transport links, and is ideally situated for reaching all of the UK.

Roles and Responsibilities Working through our award‑winning training programme which lasts for a minimum of three months, you will learn field and post‑excavation techniques and practices relevant to commercial archaeology. You will be supported day to day by a mentor, and after successful completion of the Training Plan and probationary period, you will be moved up to the next Grade 1.2.

At Grade 1.2–1.3 you will have at least three months experience and will work on a variety of evaluations and excavations across the UK, supporting Project Supervisors and Project Officers. The role is primarily fieldwork based, with occasional post‑excavation work including finds and environmental processing. Training and mentoring will be provided; teamwork and initiative are essential.

What We Can Offer

Average overtime payments in excess of £3,000 pa

Training opportunities and opportunities for promotion

The chance to work on exciting projects across the UK

Generous stay‑away subsistence including £15 extra per day plus £20.00 evening meal allowance (when staying in hotels)

Good quality weekday accommodation for away working with private rooms

28 days holiday pro‑rata (inclusive of public holidays) rising after 3 years continuous service, plus an additional day of leave for your birthday

One month occupational sick pay per year

Occupational pension with employer’s contribution

50% contribution to CIfA membership

Essential Requirements

Good knowledge of British archaeology

A good working knowledge of archaeological field practices, including planning by hand using traditional methods

Enthusiasm and a willingness to work in a team, learn and take instruction

Fit and capable of undertaking physical work

A courteous and professional manner

Desirable Requirements

Membership of CIfA at PCIfA level

Previous experience of on‑site survey kit, including GPS and Total Station

Interest in undertaking geophysical surveys

How to Apply To apply, please follow this link to submit your CV and Cover Letter:

https://allenarchaeologyltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/?v=6cd7b2cd-991f-4786-a858-f785c539435d

Candidates’ applications will be reviewed upon receipt and contacted to let them know if they have been shortlisted. Those shortlisted will be asked to undergo a short telephone interview and, depending on the outcome, will be offered a position thereafter. References will not be approached without permission. The closing date for applications is

Monday 1st December 2025 .

Allen Archaeology are an equal‑opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity. Allen Archaeology hold a Sponsor Licence for workers from outside of the UK. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.

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