2472 — Archivists, conservators and curators

What this occupation covers

Archivists, conservators and curators collect, appraise and preserve collections of recorded and other material of historical interest.

Typical duties

examines, appraises and advises on the acquisition of exhibits, historic records, government papers and other material

classifies material and arranges for its safe keeping and preservation

maintains indexes, bibliographies and descriptive details of archive material and arranges for reproductions of items where necessary

examines objects to identify any damage and carries out necessary restoration whilst preserving original characteristics

makes sure that storage and display conditions protect objects from deterioration and damage

allows access to original material or material not on display for researchers

develops and promotes ideas for exhibitions and displays

negotiates loans of material for specialist displays

liaises with school and other groups or individuals, publicises exhibits and arranges special displays for general, specialised or educational interest

answers verbal or written enquiries and gives advice on exhibits or other material

Entry routes and qualifications

Entrants require a good first degree in order to gain entry to a relevant postgraduate course. Many postgraduate courses also require applicants to have gained relevant practical experience prior to entry. Training is typically received on-the-job.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £33,400 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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