Job Description

Science Communicator (Temporary)

SITE: W5 LIFE part of the Odyssey Group


LOCATION: Queen's Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ


RESPONSIBLE TO: Learning & Engagement Lead


TERMS: Fixed Term Temporary Post (Maternity Cover) - from 1st September 2025 - 30th June 2026 - 37.5 hours per week over a 7 day week rota.


DATE: August 2025

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

W5 is the Odyssey Trust's Interactive Science & Discovery Centre and we are looking for people with a passion for inspiring others to learn about the world around them. If you have a love of science, engineering, technology or maths and you are skilled at finding ways to excite others to discover new ideas, ask questions and be amazed, then this could be the job for you!




The dynamic role of Science Communicator is a varied and interesting one. The successful candidate will become a member of the Learning and Engagement team with responsibility for delivering interactive science demonstrations, science shows, school workshops and a range of innovative programmes. This will involve effective liaison with the rest of the team as they develop new content and the post will require both the enthusiasm and skills to ensure that new programmes provide audiences with the most inspiring science experience W5 can offer.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Educated to degree level or equivalent. At least six months experience within the last two years of engaging with an audience. This could include, for example, small or large community groups, school groups, adult learning centres or youth work. A genuine and evidenced enthusiasm and interest for STEM related learning with a high level of commitment to Odyssey Trust and W5's core values. A clear enthusiasm for working with people and a desire to maximise the impact of these opportunities. Positive and dynamic self-starter with a passion for excellence, creativity and innovation. An ability to adapt presentation styles to suit audiences from nursery to KS4. A confident but approachable presentation style with ability to present to large and small groups/ audiences. A proven ability to relate and respond sensitively to visitors from a variety of backgrounds and different science knowledge and awareness. Approachable, outgoing and imaginative and keen to be working with members of the public for extended periods. Previous experience of working as an integral part of a team and an ability to recognise your own contribution to effective teamwork. Possess strong organisational skills, working accurately and without supervision. Ability to work under pressure and remain calm and professional in difficult situations. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours (including weekends, evenings and public holidays and adjust to seasonal opening times) and travel as necessary. Driving licence which enables you to drive a car in Northern Ireland. Appointment to this post will require an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from AccessNI which meets the standards required by W5 & OTC.

Salary

24,000 - 26,000 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience