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YAB Recruitment

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Youth Advisory Board Recruitment

We are looking to recruit three young people aged 18-25, to represent young people from different backgrounds across the UK. Whether you are a budding artist, a keen gardener, or a computer whizz, we recognise the value in everyone’s experiences and the positive contribution you can make to the Youth Advisory Board. We are looking for young people who are passionate about making a change in society, eager to upskill, and use their voice to make a difference at the CBA, in the archaeology and heritage sector, and beyond. As an organisation, there is so much we can learn from young people, and equally, we want to support their own personal development too. In this round of recruitment, we particularly welcome applications from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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What’s in it for you?  

  • CBA Membership and bi-monthly print copies of the British Archaeology magazine
  • Professional mentoring scheme and industry connections
  • Training
  • Access to the monthly CBA Youth Newsletter
  • Access to other volunteering opportunities
  • Access to exclusive paid opportunities  
  • Opportunities to socialise and network online and in person with fellow YAB members
  • Participation in project development and delivery, including learning new skills and opportunities for new experiences
  • Networking
  • Vouchers after key volunteering milestones
  • Reference for a job or education
  • Certificate with the number of hours volunteered each year
  • Feature on our website, social media and in British Archaeology

How much time should you commit?

Young Advisors are expected to attend monthly online meetings, which will take place on a weekday evenings. These will usually last around 1.5 hours, and may involve around 30 minutes of prep / follow up, such as responding to emails and reading documents. Alongside this, we anticipate a minimum commitment of three hours a month collaborating with your fellow Young Advisors on developing co-produced projects and outputs.

You may be asked to commit more time to work on specific projects where you are able, provide your thoughts and feedback on important issues, or to participate in training sessions between monthly Youth Advisory Board meetings. Our Young Advisors will also support the CBA’s Board of Trustees and senior management in decision making around the governance of the organisation, and ensure Youth voice and participation are deeply embedded within the organisation and the sector more broadly.

If you are unable to commit to this, you may be interested in joining the CBA as a Young Associate.

As a Young Associate, you will receive the monthly CBA Youth Newsletter with articles, jobs and volunteering opportunities from the CBA and beyond. There will also be opportunities to participate and contribute to projects being run by the CBA and our partners.

Overcoming barriers to volunteering

Each Young Advisor will work with a member of staff to develop a Personal Support Plan, to help them overcome any barriers to participation. Support may look like:

  • Help with childcare costs
  • Travel and accommodation expenses
  • Support towards equipment to help you participate (e.g. headphones)
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Youth Advisor Role Description 

Person Specification Person Specification

We are looking for young people who are:

  • 18 to 25 years old
  • Able to commit to a monthly meeting of around 1.5 hours + 30 minutes prep/ follow up
  • Able to commit a minimum of three hours a month to develop the co-produced project
  • Ability to work in a team and to work independently
  • Reliable and enthusiastic
  • Motivated to make change in society
  • Able to contribute their thoughts, ideas and expertise to the Youth Board, CBA and our partners
  • Eager to learn new skills and have different experiences
  • Interested in the power of youth voice
  • Have an interest in heritage and archaeology (being an expert is not necessary)

Sign Up!

If you are interested in being a Young Advisor at the CBA, please complete this form by Monday 14th October by 9.00am.

Youth Advisory Board Application Form

You are welcome to submit an application in an alternative format, such as by video, or you can fill out the application form with a member of our team over the phone. If you have any access requirements, please contact us at [email protected]

We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in British archaeology and heritage, including those from Black, Asian and Global Majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ people, women, and people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

Application timeline

Applicants can expect to hear from us on Tuesday 15th October by 5pm. Selected applicants will be invited to a short informal online chat, which will take place during the evening later on in the week (date tbc). A Calendly invite will be sent out to choose the best time for you, and questions will be sent in advance.

Successful applicants will be invited to an informal onboarding session on the week commencing (w/c) 21st October. This will take place on a weekday evening (date tbc).

On the w/c 28th October, new Young Advisors will be invited to their first Youth Advisory Board meeting will take place on a weekday evening (date tbc).