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Archaeological technician
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
1 yr
typical
Sector
Creative and design
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Providing support during archaeological investigations, which may comprise surveys, excavations and post-excavation analysis.
What you'd do
Excavate features and deposits by hand using trowels and other tools
Record contexts accurately on context sheets and planning sheets
Draw and photograph features and finds in situ on site
Process and label finds including pottery, bone, and metalwork
Take environmental samples and assist with wet sieving on site
Assist with surveying and setting out grids on excavation sites
Follow health and safety procedures including shoring and PPE requirements
What you'd learn
Archaeological excavation techniques and safe digging practice
Context recording using written, drawn, and photographic methods
Artefact handling, cleaning, marking, and basic identification
Environmental sampling methods including bulk and flotation samples
Understanding of stratigraphy and the Harris Matrix recording system
Health and safety on an archaeological site
Post-excavation finds processing and storage to professional standards
Ready to look for a place?
See live Archaeological technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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