OUTREACH OFFICER

Start Date:   ASAP
Location:   Bodmin and traveling throughout Cornwall
Hours:   28hrs per week
Type of Contract:   Full Time

Salary:  £26,000 (£18.76/hr)

 

OVERVIEW

Discovering42 is Cornwall’s award-winning art, science, and sustainability museum. This a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering nonprofit that is experimental and willing to do things differently. We are a small and agile team, this role will enable you to explore ways to best support our community and creatively develop initiatives to make science and sustainability more relevant and exciting.

 

THE ROLE

Discovering42 is on the look out for a practical, passionate and friendly Outreach Officer, you might be a scientist, engineer, maker, artist or teacher (or anything in between!). You will be working with us to develop and deliver the Mobile Marvels Exhibition and a series of exciting hands-on workshops both in Bodmin and for communities across Cornwall.

Initially, you will be working with the team and volunteers to design and build exhibits for the new exhibition plus developing a series of practical science and sustainability themed workshops. Once we are on the road, you will be overseeing the day to day running of the outreach program including managing bookings, setting up the exhibition and delivering workshops.  

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our passion for community, art, science and sustainability!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Booking and Coordination:

-Promoting the exhibition and workshops.

-Co-ordinating with councils, organisations and schools to schedule bookings.

-Logistics planning.

 

2. Exhibit Management and Maintenance:

-Ensure all exhibits are safe, maintained, and in good working order (training provided).

 

3. Exhibition Setup:

-Unload and set up the exhibition at each location, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

 

4. Health and Safety:

-Conduct risk assessments and ensure all safety measures are in place and adhered to.

-Oversee health and safety & safeguarding protocols

 

5. Workshop Design and Delivery:

-Develop and deliver engaging sustainability and science-themed workshops.

-Tailor workshops to different age groups and learning levels to maximise impact and engagement.

 

6. Community Engagement:

-Become a representative of Discovering42, fostering positive relationships with schools, students, and the broader community.

-Collect feedback from participants and schools to continuously improve the program.

 

7. Development:

-Continue to develop and innovate the outreach offer, creating new exhibits and workshops including after-school and homeschool clubs and holiday programs.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

 

Essential:

A proactive and enthusiastic attitude, with a passion for community, sustainability and science education.

Experience in public speaking, education, outreach, or a related field.

Confident DIY/maker skills 

Strong organisational and logistical skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 

Beneficial:

Practical skills in electrical engineering, coding, carpentry, metalwork, fitting or fabrication.

Skilled at online promotion

Experience conducting risk assessments or overseeing health and safety protocols. 

Clean driving license.

 

BENIFITS:

Competitive salary of £26,000 per year (£18.76/HR)

4-day week.

Opportunity to make a significant impact on STEM education in rural and underserved communities.

Supportive and dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development.

 

Discovering42 is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

 

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV and a cover letter to hello@discovering42.co.uk

Job offers are subject to a DBS check being carried out.

 

 

What to include in your application:

 Working from the information in this job description and what you know about Discovering42:

-Tell us why you want to be part of the team at Discovering42 

-Give us details of your attitudes, experience and skills you would bring to the role

-Feel free to ask questions, make comments or suggestions. 

 

If you need any help with your application or require an adjustment to the application or interview process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 07505491357 or email us at hello@discovering42.co.uk and we’ll support you as best we can. 

 

Application Deadline:

Friday 27th September 2024

 

Interviews:

Monday 30th September 2024

 

Ideal Start date:

Tuesday 1st October 2024

 

This role is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Cornwall Council has been chosen by Government as a Lead Authority for the fund and is responsible for monitoring the progress of projects funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.