David Connolly BAJR
@bajr-badger.bsky.social
Scottish archaeologist, loves Near East and Arabian Gulf. Been there done it and still so much more to learn.
Lives in Czech and Scotland.
Oh and I run BAJR, the independent voice of British Professional Archaeologists.
Lives in Czech and Scotland.
Oh and I run BAJR, the independent voice of British Professional Archaeologists.
Stepping outside the UK, and into a European prehistory. This evidence has been building for decades now. Its a great example of an evolving narrative and how more evidence from a number of sites can slowly and carefully change the understanding.
www.science.org/content/arti...
www.science.org/content/arti...
Headless bodies hint at why Europe’s first farmers vanished
Wave of mass brutality accompanied the collapse of the first pan-European culture
www.science.org
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Stepping outside the UK, and into a European prehistory. This evidence has been building for decades now. Its a great example of an evolving narrative and how more evidence from a number of sites can slowly and carefully change the understanding.
www.science.org/content/arti...
www.science.org/content/arti...
CBA publishes a landmark Research document on the Future of Archaeological Engagement
Trowel and Error, the most comprehensive study in 25 years on how people across the UK engage with archaeology.
www.archaeologyuk.org/our-work/tro...
Trowel and Error, the most comprehensive study in 25 years on how people across the UK engage with archaeology.
www.archaeologyuk.org/our-work/tro...
Trowel and Error
A Public User Needs Survey for Archaeology
www.archaeologyuk.org
November 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
CBA publishes a landmark Research document on the Future of Archaeological Engagement
Trowel and Error, the most comprehensive study in 25 years on how people across the UK engage with archaeology.
www.archaeologyuk.org/our-work/tro...
Trowel and Error, the most comprehensive study in 25 years on how people across the UK engage with archaeology.
www.archaeologyuk.org/our-work/tro...
Archaeologists and Assistant Supervisors
Oxford Archaeology
Salary: Archaeologist - £27,765 / Assistant Supervisor - £28,720 - £29,561
Closing Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Cambridge and Lancaster
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
Oxford Archaeology
Salary: Archaeologist - £27,765 / Assistant Supervisor - £28,720 - £29,561
Closing Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Cambridge and Lancaster
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
Archaeologists and Assistant Supervisors - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: Archaeologist - £27,765 / Assistant Supervisor - £28,720 - £29,561Closing Date: 18/01/26Location: Cambridge and Lancaster
www.bajr.org
November 20, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Archaeologists and Assistant Supervisors
Oxford Archaeology
Salary: Archaeologist - £27,765 / Assistant Supervisor - £28,720 - £29,561
Closing Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Cambridge and Lancaster
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
Oxford Archaeology
Salary: Archaeologist - £27,765 / Assistant Supervisor - £28,720 - £29,561
Closing Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Cambridge and Lancaster
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
We are looking for 8 people to help us with the final testing phase of the online version of our CIfA Approved training course Making the Most of Lidar. In return for a 50% discount on the normal course price of £200
www.pushingthesensors.com/mmol-online-...
www.pushingthesensors.com/mmol-online-...
MMOL Online – Early view – pushing the sensors
www.pushingthesensors.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:12 PM
We are looking for 8 people to help us with the final testing phase of the online version of our CIfA Approved training course Making the Most of Lidar. In return for a 50% discount on the normal course price of £200
www.pushingthesensors.com/mmol-online-...
www.pushingthesensors.com/mmol-online-...
Senior Project Officer (Post-Excavation) (Grade 4.1 - 4.2)
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £35,997.20 – £38,722.63 p.a.
Closing Date: 16/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £35,997.20 – £38,722.63 p.a.
Closing Date: 16/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Senior Project Officer (Post-Excavation) (Grade 4.1 - 4.2) DoE - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £35,997.20 - £38,722.63 p.a.Closing Date: 16/12/25Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org
November 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Senior Project Officer (Post-Excavation) (Grade 4.1 - 4.2)
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £35,997.20 – £38,722.63 p.a.
Closing Date: 16/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £35,997.20 – £38,722.63 p.a.
Closing Date: 16/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Historic Environment Consultant/Senior Consultant
LUC
Salary: £26,250-£39,000 FTE, Depending on experience, (inc London allowance of £4,000 if applicable)
Closing Date: December 11, 2025
Location: London, Bristol, Cardiff, Sheffield, Manchester, Edinburgh or Glasgow
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
LUC
Salary: £26,250-£39,000 FTE, Depending on experience, (inc London allowance of £4,000 if applicable)
Closing Date: December 11, 2025
Location: London, Bristol, Cardiff, Sheffield, Manchester, Edinburgh or Glasgow
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
Historic Environment Consultant/Senior Consultant - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £26,250-£39,000 FTE, Depending on experience, (including London allowance of £4,000 if applicable)Closing Date: 11/12/25Location: London, Bristol, Cardiff, Sheffield, Manchester, Edinburgh or ...
www.bajr.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Historic Environment Consultant/Senior Consultant
LUC
Salary: £26,250-£39,000 FTE, Depending on experience, (inc London allowance of £4,000 if applicable)
Closing Date: December 11, 2025
Location: London, Bristol, Cardiff, Sheffield, Manchester, Edinburgh or Glasgow
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
LUC
Salary: £26,250-£39,000 FTE, Depending on experience, (inc London allowance of £4,000 if applicable)
Closing Date: December 11, 2025
Location: London, Bristol, Cardiff, Sheffield, Manchester, Edinburgh or Glasgow
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
Archaeology and Heritage Consultant
JBA Consulting
Salary: £26,000-£30,000
Closing Date: December 31, 2025
Location: Newport, South Wales
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
JBA Consulting
Salary: £26,000-£30,000
Closing Date: December 31, 2025
Location: Newport, South Wales
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
Archaeology and Heritage Consultant - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £26,000-£30,000Closing Date: 31/12/25Location: Newport, South Wales
www.bajr.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Archaeology and Heritage Consultant
JBA Consulting
Salary: £26,000-£30,000
Closing Date: December 31, 2025
Location: Newport, South Wales
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
JBA Consulting
Salary: £26,000-£30,000
Closing Date: December 31, 2025
Location: Newport, South Wales
www.bajr.org/job-ad/archa...
Heritage Recording Officer
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255 - £38, 500
Closing Date: November 30, 2025
Location: Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255 - £38, 500
Closing Date: November 30, 2025
Location: Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Heritage Recording Officer - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £32,255 - £38, 500Closing Date: 30/11/25Location: Edinburgh
www.bajr.org
November 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Heritage Recording Officer
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255 - £38, 500
Closing Date: November 30, 2025
Location: Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255 - £38, 500
Closing Date: November 30, 2025
Location: Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Heritage Consultant
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: Birmingham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: Birmingham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Heritage Consultant - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000Closing Date: 13/12/25Location: Birmingham
www.bajr.org
November 13, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Heritage Consultant
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: Birmingham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: Birmingham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/herit...
Historic Environment Consultant
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
Historic Environment Consultant - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000Closing Date: 13/12/25Location: London
www.bajr.org
November 13, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Historic Environment Consultant
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
ARUP
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Closing Date: 13/12/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/histo...
Senior Project Manager
Archaeological Services WYAS
Salary: WY10 up to £45,091
Closing Date: November 28, 2025
Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Archaeological Services WYAS
Salary: WY10 up to £45,091
Closing Date: November 28, 2025
Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Senior Project Manager - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: WY10 up to £45,091Closing Date: 28/11/25Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
www.bajr.org
November 12, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Senior Project Manager
Archaeological Services WYAS
Salary: WY10 up to £45,091
Closing Date: November 28, 2025
Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Archaeological Services WYAS
Salary: WY10 up to £45,091
Closing Date: November 28, 2025
Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Designations Officer
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255-£38,500
Closing Date: 26/11/25
Location: Longmore House, Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/desig...
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255-£38,500
Closing Date: 26/11/25
Location: Longmore House, Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/desig...
Designations Officer - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £32,255-£38,500Closing Date: 26/11/25Location: Longmore House, Edinburgh
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November 12, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Designations Officer
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255-£38,500
Closing Date: 26/11/25
Location: Longmore House, Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/desig...
Historic Environment Scotland
Salary: £32,255-£38,500
Closing Date: 26/11/25
Location: Longmore House, Edinburgh
www.bajr.org/job-ad/desig...
Terrestrial Geophysics Supervisor (multiple roles)
Wessex Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £29,469 – £33,026
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Sheffield
www.bajr.org/job-ad/terre...
Wessex Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £29,469 – £33,026
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Sheffield
www.bajr.org/job-ad/terre...
Terrestrial Geophysics Supervisor (multiple roles) - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £29,469 - £33,026Closing Date: 12/12/25Location: Sheffield
www.bajr.org
November 10, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Terrestrial Geophysics Supervisor (multiple roles)
Wessex Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £29,469 – £33,026
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Sheffield
www.bajr.org/job-ad/terre...
Wessex Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £29,469 – £33,026
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Sheffield
www.bajr.org/job-ad/terre...
They are talking about this as well in America..
this is not just the UK.. and we can do better. but it needs you.. it so needs you
Link to Poverty Impact Report survey in comments
Read this though from last year jacobin.com/2024/04/arch...
this is not just the UK.. and we can do better. but it needs you.. it so needs you
Link to Poverty Impact Report survey in comments
Read this though from last year jacobin.com/2024/04/arch...
Archaeologists Are Organizing to Dig Out of Poverty Wages
Field archaeologists work physically demanding jobs exposed to the elements, often for low pay and meager benefits from private employers. We spoke to one self-identified “dirty shovel bum” about why ...
jacobin.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:57 PM
They are talking about this as well in America..
this is not just the UK.. and we can do better. but it needs you.. it so needs you
Link to Poverty Impact Report survey in comments
Read this though from last year jacobin.com/2024/04/arch...
this is not just the UK.. and we can do better. but it needs you.. it so needs you
Link to Poverty Impact Report survey in comments
Read this though from last year jacobin.com/2024/04/arch...
Cathedral Archaeologist
Rochester Cathedral
Salary: Annual Retainer £3,000 plus rates for other activities, to be agreed.
Closing Date: 30/11/25
Location: Rochester, Kent
www.bajr.org/job-ad/cathe...
Rochester Cathedral
Salary: Annual Retainer £3,000 plus rates for other activities, to be agreed.
Closing Date: 30/11/25
Location: Rochester, Kent
www.bajr.org/job-ad/cathe...
Cathedral Archaeologist - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: Annual Retainer £3,000 plus rates for other activities, to be agreed.Closing Date: 30/11/25Location: Rochester, Kent
www.bajr.org
November 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Cathedral Archaeologist
Rochester Cathedral
Salary: Annual Retainer £3,000 plus rates for other activities, to be agreed.
Closing Date: 30/11/25
Location: Rochester, Kent
www.bajr.org/job-ad/cathe...
Rochester Cathedral
Salary: Annual Retainer £3,000 plus rates for other activities, to be agreed.
Closing Date: 30/11/25
Location: Rochester, Kent
www.bajr.org/job-ad/cathe...
Senior Consultant (Archaeology)
Orion Heritage Limited
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Closing Date: 28/11/25
Location: Brighton or Manchester/Hybrid
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Orion Heritage Limited
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Closing Date: 28/11/25
Location: Brighton or Manchester/Hybrid
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Senior Consultant (Archaeology) - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000Closing Date: 28/11/25Location: Brighton or Manchester/Hybrid
www.bajr.org
November 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Senior Consultant (Archaeology)
Orion Heritage Limited
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Closing Date: 28/11/25
Location: Brighton or Manchester/Hybrid
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Orion Heritage Limited
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Closing Date: 28/11/25
Location: Brighton or Manchester/Hybrid
www.bajr.org/job-ad/senio...
Post Excavation Archaeologist
Cura Terrae Land and Nature
Salary: £25,800-26,500
Closing Date: 31/12/25
Location: County Durham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/post-...
Cura Terrae Land and Nature
Salary: £25,800-26,500
Closing Date: 31/12/25
Location: County Durham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/post-...
Post Excavation Archaeologist - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £25,800-26,500Closing Date: 31/12/25Location: County Durham
www.bajr.org
November 6, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Post Excavation Archaeologist
Cura Terrae Land and Nature
Salary: £25,800-26,500
Closing Date: 31/12/25
Location: County Durham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/post-...
Cura Terrae Land and Nature
Salary: £25,800-26,500
Closing Date: 31/12/25
Location: County Durham
www.bajr.org/job-ad/post-...
Roman Frontiers ECR network aims to connect young people working and studying Roman Archaeology with senior professionals. As part of their mission, they also run online CPD webinars.
The next is on the 27th November, at 5pm UK time, and free to attend.
www.bajr.org/roman-fronti...
The next is on the 27th November, at 5pm UK time, and free to attend.
www.bajr.org/roman-fronti...
Roman Frontiers ECR network - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Roman Frontiers ECR network aims to connect young people working and studying Roman Archaeology with senior professionals. As part of their mission, they also run online CPD webinars. The next one is ...
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November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Roman Frontiers ECR network aims to connect young people working and studying Roman Archaeology with senior professionals. As part of their mission, they also run online CPD webinars.
The next is on the 27th November, at 5pm UK time, and free to attend.
www.bajr.org/roman-fronti...
The next is on the 27th November, at 5pm UK time, and free to attend.
www.bajr.org/roman-fronti...
Trainee Archaeologist/Project Archaeologist (Grade 1.1–1.3)
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £23,904.94- £27,831.18 per annum dependent on experience
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/train...
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £23,904.94- £27,831.18 per annum dependent on experience
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/train...
Trainee Archaeologist/Project Archaeologist (Grade 1.1–1.3) - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £23,904.94- £27,831.18 per annum dependent on experienceClosing Date: 01/12/25Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org
November 5, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Trainee Archaeologist/Project Archaeologist (Grade 1.1–1.3)
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £23,904.94- £27,831.18 per annum dependent on experience
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/train...
Allen Archaeology Ltd
Salary: £23,904.94- £27,831.18 per annum dependent on experience
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Lincoln
www.bajr.org/job-ad/train...
1 x Heritage Consultant and 1 x Historic Buildings Officer
AC archaeology Ltd
Salary: £33,000 to £37,000
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Bradninch, Exeter
www.bajr.org/job-ad/1-x-h...
AC archaeology Ltd
Salary: £33,000 to £37,000
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Bradninch, Exeter
www.bajr.org/job-ad/1-x-h...
1 x Heritage Consultant and 1 x Historic Buildings Officer - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £33,000 to £37,000Closing Date: 01/12/25Location: Bradninch, Exeter
www.bajr.org
November 5, 2025 at 12:16 PM
1 x Heritage Consultant and 1 x Historic Buildings Officer
AC archaeology Ltd
Salary: £33,000 to £37,000
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Bradninch, Exeter
www.bajr.org/job-ad/1-x-h...
AC archaeology Ltd
Salary: £33,000 to £37,000
Closing Date: 01/12/25
Location: Bradninch, Exeter
www.bajr.org/job-ad/1-x-h...
Project Curator: Iron Age and Roman Coin Finds ( PAS )
The British Museum
Salary: £30,775 per annum
Closing Date: 17/11/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/proje...
The British Museum
Salary: £30,775 per annum
Closing Date: 17/11/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/proje...
Project Curator: Iron Age and Roman Coin Finds - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: £30,775 per annumClosing Date: 17/11/25Location: London
www.bajr.org
November 5, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Project Curator: Iron Age and Roman Coin Finds ( PAS )
The British Museum
Salary: £30,775 per annum
Closing Date: 17/11/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/proje...
The British Museum
Salary: £30,775 per annum
Closing Date: 17/11/25
Location: London
www.bajr.org/job-ad/proje...
Supervisor
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: starting at £31,148,57
Closing Date: 05/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/super...
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: starting at £31,148,57
Closing Date: 05/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/super...
Supervisor - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: starting at £31,148,57Closing Date: 05/12/25Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org
November 5, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Supervisor
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: starting at £31,148,57
Closing Date: 05/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/super...
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: starting at £31,148,57
Closing Date: 05/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/super...
Assistant Project Manager
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: From £41,419.17 per annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/assis...
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: From £41,419.17 per annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/assis...
Assistant Project Manager - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Salary: From £41,419.17 per annum, depending on experienceClosing Date: 12/12/25Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org
November 5, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Assistant Project Manager
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: From £41,419.17 per annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/assis...
Pre-Construct Archaeology
Salary: From £41,419.17 per annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: 12/12/25
Location: Winchester
www.bajr.org/job-ad/assis...
www.bajr.org/a-2000-year-...
Hidden Wonders airs on More4 from Tuesday 4th November at 9pm.
Sandi Toksvig to unearth the UK’s Hidden Wonders | Channel 4
love it..
and nice one Raksha Dave
Hidden Wonders airs on More4 from Tuesday 4th November at 9pm.
Sandi Toksvig to unearth the UK’s Hidden Wonders | Channel 4
love it..
and nice one Raksha Dave
A 2,000-year-old murder mystery in rural Dorset - BAJR - British Archaeology Jobs and Resources
Bournemouth University’s Principal Academic in Prehistoric and Roman Archaeology, Dr Miles Russell welcomed broadcaster Sandi Toksvig to an archaeological excavation near Winterborne Kingston in Dorse...
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November 5, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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Hidden Wonders airs on More4 from Tuesday 4th November at 9pm.
Sandi Toksvig to unearth the UK’s Hidden Wonders | Channel 4
love it..
and nice one Raksha Dave
Hidden Wonders airs on More4 from Tuesday 4th November at 9pm.
Sandi Toksvig to unearth the UK’s Hidden Wonders | Channel 4
love it..
and nice one Raksha Dave