Position
Heritage Assistant (Temporary) at Awen Cultural Trust – part‑time, 18.5 hours per week.
Location: Neuadd y Dref Maesteg (Maesteg Town Hall).
Salary: £12,598 per annum.
Statutory period: temporary until 21 January 2026.
Reporting to the Heritage Development Manager.
Responsibilities
* Digitise historic documents for the Ogwr Unlocked project.
* Assist with planning and running Ogwr History Month events.
* Collaborate with the Ogwr Heritage Network and other partners.
* Maintain and update digital records and the archive.
* Support other heritage‑related tasks as required.
Qualifications
* Interest and enthusiasm for local and family history.
* Proactive, solutions‑focused attitude.
* Good time‑management and organisational skills.
* Academic or practical experience in heritage, archives or a related field is desirable.
* Ability to work independently and in a team.
Benefits
* Pension contribution 6% of salary.
* 20% discount at Awen Café and on the Awen Benefits Platform (shops, restaurants, holidays, cinema).
* Discounted membership at Halo Leisure Centre.
* Access to Health Assured.
* Family‑friendly organisation.
Application Process
Complete the online application form. If you require an accessible format or additional support, email support@awen-wales.com or call 01656 754825. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by email.
EEO & Diversity
We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age or any other protected characteristic. A guaranteed interview scheme is available for applicants who meet the minimum requirements and have a physical or mental impairment, or are from the global majority.
Upon submission you will receive an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion questionnaire, which is used for statistical purposes only.
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