Science Education Coordinator Full Time

The Francis Crick Institute

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Science Education Coordinator to join one of the world s leading research Institutes at a crucial time in its evolution, and play a definitive role in shaping it for the future. You will join us on a full-time, permanent, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary from £26,800 (£33,500 FTE) with benefits, subject to skills and experience.

The Science Education Coordinator role:

Science Education Coordinator will play a key role in delivering the Crick s strategy to engage and inspire the public – growing and diversifying the community of people who aspire to careers in STEM and/or are engaged with science and the Crick. Reporting to the Education Operations Manager, this role will involve delivery of practical science workshops in schools, and in our dedicated onsite outreach lab, as well as providing administrative and project support to the Education and Community outreach team, and wider Public Engagement.

Responsibilities of our Science Education Coordinator:

Your duties will include:

• Delivery of Crick Education outreach activities to primary and secondary school children on themes relating to the National Curriculum and current research at Crick:
  – Solo delivery of up to 5 practical science workshops per day in school to classes of children aged 5-11;
  – Lead practical science workshops in our lab for children aged 9-18;
  – Deliver careers-related learning activities to groups of school children from individuals to whole year groups;
  – Assist with logistics and behaviour management at other events, e.g. science shows.
• Provide general administrative support such as: meeting administration; finance support; setting up for and inventorying our workshops; supporting with database management and data input
• Provide support with Community Engagement activities, including assisting with the delivery of Community events and being an inspiring and enthusiastic presence at local community festivals
• Uphold and promote the Crick s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI); and actively contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.
• Work with colleagues to strategically embed EDI principles and practice in our public engagement programmes, and ensure our activities are as inclusive and accessible as possible.

Skills and experience we are looking for in our Science Education Coordinator:

• BSc or equivalent qualification or experience in a science, technology, engineering or maths (STEM) field;
• Experience in delivering practical science sessions to large groups of under 12s, e.g. as a teacher, with a science outreach organisation, in a science Discovery Centre or within the museum sector.
• An ability to quickly learn and confidently present hands-on science workshops in a fun and engaging way;
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, appropriate for a diverse audience that includes young children
• Excellent organisational skills, including a methodical approach to administrative tasks and strong attention to detail;
• Computer literacy, particularly the effective use of the Microsoft suite of packages;
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and within a team, demonstrating enthusiasm and initiative;
• Flexibility, with a willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends (approximately 3-4 times per year) when required as part of the Crick s broader public engagement programme;
• The role involves work in Camden schools that are multi-floor and without lifts, so the post-holder should be capable of ascending and descending several flights of stairs;
• Appointment to the post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Desirable

Qualifications, experience and competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of the English National Curriculum for EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Experience of efficiently learning the content of a portfolio of practical science workshops through scripts and/or watch/assist/deliver methods.
• Familiarity with legislation and good practice with regard to Safeguarding children

Closing date: 20 August 2024, 23.59 GMT

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Science Education Coordinator, please click apply today, we d love to hear from you!

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