About The Role
Job Title: Assistant Supervisors and Supervisors
Pay: Starting at £27,913 & £29,740 respectively (DOE)
Location: Milton Keynes office
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
CFA are looking to appoint permanent Assistant Supervisors and Supervisors (with commensurate salary) to our Milton Keynes office.
You will be able to demonstrate a range of relevant skills and experience either as a supervisor or assistant supervisor in the commercial environment with demonstrable success in motivating and running teams. The role will involve conducting or assisting with the supervision of a range of archaeological evaluations and excavations, and supervising plant, as well as office-based reporting and research. You will be required regularly to work away and must be able to carry out manual work in outdoor environments in all weather.
A good working knowledge of British archaeology is desirable, and you should be motivated, positive and an effective team-leader, maintaining good professional relationships with colleagues and clients alike.
We also look to employ the right technology for the job and invest in technical solutions wherever possible. Staff are provided with access to a broad range of professional development and skills training, including external HR and Occupational Health Support, where necessary.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate that they are conscientious, reliable, and supportive of colleagues at all levels. You will welcome the opportunity to develop whilst maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Successful Criteria Include
* Relevant degree level education or practical experience in UK (or equivalent overseas) desirable.
* Flexible approach to deployment and willingness to travel and work away.
* Membership of CIfA desirable.
* Experience of supervising archaeological projects and managing teams (for relevant role).
* Experience of archaeological supervision of machine excavation.
* Ensuring the quality of archaeological recording within your team (record checking)
* Data and records entry
* A good positive attitude and effective team-worker / communicator.
* Willingness to learn a range of office-based and fieldwork tasks, with ambition to progress into more senior roles.
* Reliable and motivated with good organisational skills.
* An appreciation of inclusivity, diversity and dignity and respect in the workplace.
* Full manual driving licence essential.
* Microsoft Office skills.
Benefits Of Working At CFA Include
* Subscription to CIfA paid in full where applicable.
* Paid overnight subsistence and travel time (compliant with all current Govt and industry guidance).
* Weekend accommodation provided where applicable.
* Competitive paid mileage.
* Annual profit distribution scheme.
* Basic 28 days annual leave (including public holidays), rising with continuous service.
* Paid for ‘Time off in Lieu’ above threshold.
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and company sick pay.
* Paid medical, family, and compassionate leave.
* Generous weekend working compensation when required.
* Paid for / supplied full compliant PPE etc.
* Competitive remuneration (above CIfA recommendation) with annual review.
* Employer contribution to pension scheme up to 6% after qualifying period.
* Continuing professional development, annual reviews, and personal access to HR portal.
* 4×4 off-road training, asbestos awareness, confined spaces training, CAT and Genny training and specialist archaeological training.
* Continuous training in all areas of profession, including H&S, Skills & Technical, GDPR, First Aid and Health.
* Employees offered opportunity to develop in all aspects of profession and not be compartmentalised.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Occupational Health Support.
* Relocation support where applicable.
* Cycle to work scheme.
Please apply via email to careers@cfa-arch.co.uk quoting ‘MKASU-1025’ and the specific position you are applying for. Only completed applications containing a cover note and CV will be accepted. Please apply before 03 November 2025.
CFA follows all GDPR regulations when handling personal data. All enquiries and applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For further information, please email: privacy@cfa-arch.co.uk
CFA Archaeology follows a policy of equal opportunities for employment, training, and other conditions of service. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of identity and right to work in the UK will be required prior to commencing employment. If you require any further information, please email, enquiries@cfa-arch.co.uk.
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