Job Vacancies
Heritage jobs in Sussex
Heritage jobs in Sussex with The Sussex Archaeological Society and its trading company Sussex Past. Scroll down for a list of current available roles. Please note: We are currently unable to accept work experience placements.
Current vacancies
Casual Cleaner
£12.21 per hour
Based at Michelham Priory
At Michelham Priory, we are looking for a casual cleaner to help keep our historic site clean to a very high standard, during the hours of 7.30am – 9.30am, six days a week.
In this role, you will need to sweep and mop floors, vacuum carpeted areas, dust and polish surfaces, empty bins, clean the toilets and kitchen areas.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, trustworthy, has a good understanding of health and safety and can clean our offices/building to a high standard.
If you are interested in applying for the role, please visit our recruitment portal here: https://hr.breathehr.com/recruitment/vacancies/45392
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 2nd March
Casual Mosaic Cleaner
Casual (approximately 3.5 hours per week)
£12.21 per hour
Come and join Fishbourne Roman Palace as a Casual Mosaic Cleaner on our site.
In this role, you will be ensuring the cleanliness of Fishbourne Roman Palace’s unique and extensive collection of in-situ Roman mosaics by following protocols to keep the mosaics safe and to maximise their physical appearance. You will need to document the cleaning activities undertaken and flag any issues to our Curator of Archaeology.
We are looking for a careful and methodical approach to this work, an ability to follow instructions accurately, an ability to work unsupervised and good communication skills. An interest in archaeology, especially Roman archaeology would be desirable.
We are flexible regarding when the hours are worked.
If you wish to apply for the role then please complete an application form or upload your CV to our recruitment portal here: https://hr.breathehr.com/recruitment/vacancies/45368
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 2nd March 2026
The Sussex Archaeological Society is a registered charity and pursues a policy of equal opportunities. We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community. All applications are judged on merit.
Voluntary positions
Please see our list of current volunteering opportunities below.
Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens
Learning Assistant Volunteer
Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Maintenance Volunteer
Michelham Priory House & Gardens
Shop Volunteer
Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Maintenance Volunteer