Community Heritage Researcher: Oral Histories & Archives

Disability Arts; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent London theatre seeks a Community Heritage Researcher to support the documentation and storytelling of its 125-year history. The successful candidate will engage in oral history collection, conduct archive research, and collaborate with a project team to highlight the contributions of diverse community members. Ideal for those passionate about cultural heritage and community engagement, applications are welcome through the provided email by 10am on Mon 26 Jan 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in collecting oral histories and researching archives.
• Strong communication skills to engage with community participants.
• Ability to document and present historical narratives.

Responsibilities

• Support the documentation of Hackney Empire's 125-year history.
• Engage with archives and cultural institutions to gather materials.
• Work closely with the project team and young participants.

Skills

Oral history collection

Archive research

Community engagement

Research documentation

Job description

A prominent London theatre seeks a Community Heritage Researcher to support the documentation and storytelling of its 125-year history. The successful candidate will engage in oral history collection, conduct archive research, and collaborate with a project team to highlight the contributions of diverse community members. Ideal for those passionate about cultural heritage and community engagement, applications are welcome through the provided email by 10am on Mon 26 Jan 2026.