Archaeological Consultant for Abbey Remains Excavation Project

Tavistock Town Council is seeking an experienced archaeological consultant to plan and execute excavations at two sites (shown in Figures 2 and 3) following Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) standards. Key responsibilities include: preparing and submitting a Scheduled Monument Consent (SMC) application and Written Scheme of Investigation to Historic England by end January 2027; assisting with a Faculty application for Abbey Cloisters Ruin; liaising with sector specialists and statutory bodies; incorporating findings from a Ground Penetrating Radar Survey; managing and supervising volunteer excavation teams; handling and curating finds; producing a comprehensive written report suitable for both research and public audiences; and archiving all digital records with the Archaeological Data Service within 6 months of completion. The consultant must have expertise in archaeological project design, human remains protocols, archaeological science, post-excavation analysis, and community engagement. This project is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and requires close collaboration with volunteers, Historic England, and the project team. The report must include detailed documentation, site plans, section drawings, photographic records, artifact inventories, and contextual analysis.