Head of Schools and Community Engagement

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) permanent 

The International Centre for Life is a thriving science hub in the heart of Newcastle. Its purpose is to inspire everyone to explore and enjoy science and to provide a world class science hub where life enhancing engagement, research and clinical treatment can thrive. Life is home to NHS clinics as well as scientists and researchers from Newcastle University. Life Science Centre is at the heart of this ‘circle of science’ and aspires to be most accessible and inclusive visitor attraction in the UK. It has an international reputation for its work in sensory engagement.

Our schools and communities programme is at the heart of the Life mission. We are looking to recruit an innovative and versatile leader experienced in working with schools and community groups. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering a unique, high quality programme in an informal learning environment. You will head a team that inspires young people and communities to develop their attitudes, skills, and aspirations through STEM engagement, with a focus on reaching those facing challenges that make it particularly difficult for them to access science. You will be an outward looking leader who works collaboratively and has the drive to make our programme an exceptional one. You will relish challenges and be proactive in your approach to developing relationships with stakeholders and networks to help build on our reputation as a place for innovative science engagement and reducing barriers to education.

As some of our partnership work relies on external grants, you will need to be able to identify and secure funding to make this happen and support our journey to become the most accessible and inclusive visitor attraction in the UK.

Life is a welcoming and friendly place to work. We offer you a range of benefits including access to wellbeing initiatives, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounted car-parking in the centre of Newcastle.

The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Details of our DBS policy are available on request. For further information regarding this post, please refer to the job description and person specification on our website.  

To apply, please complete the online application form which can be accessed here https://www.life.org.uk/join-the-team/ attaching a copy of your CV and covering letter. Please include details of your current salary.  Applications should be submitted by the by 2 March 2025.

The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer and is accredited with the Equality Standard Gold Award. Life has achieved Continuing Excellence accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.  

Registered Charity Number: 1059607   

People Team

International Centre for Life
Life Hub
Times Square
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 4EP
United Kingdom

Tel:
Email: People.Team@life.org.uk

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND EVENTS COORDINATOR

UKRI Pay Band C - £29,923 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Full-time – 37 hours a week

Location: BGS headquarters in Keyworth in Nottingham

Closing date: 9 March 2025

Reporting to the Public Engagement Manager (London) and working alongside the Public Engagement Co-ordinator in London and wider communications and engagement team, this role supports the delivery and implementation of PE projects across BGS, as part of its enhanced profile as a key strategic pillar of the new BGS strategy.

The role assists and leads (as necessary) in the planning, coordination and evaluation of BGS’s attendance at key events as well as assisting the wider BGS public engagement team to deliver the

BGS Public Engagement Strategy.

You will be an organised, proactive and diligent team player with excellent attention to detail; clear communication in written and face to face formats is essential. You should be comfortable directing teams to deliver high quality public engagement events, and with advising scientists on best approaches to public engagement, with supervision and support from the wider PE team. You should be comfortable seeking feedback and input from colleagues and prepared to work collaboratively to ensure our output is innovative and high quality.

You will work as part of a public engagement team of 3, sitting in a wider communications and

customer service team of 20+ people. You should be comfortable working and communicating with colleagues both in person and online, with teams based across the UK. Public engagement is a strategic pillar for BGS, meaning the role is extremely varied and valued; one week may involve writing equipment manuals, preparing risk assessments, organising equipment loans to schools and attending a music festival to talk to the public at the weekend!

Please refer to the full criteria detailed on the careers portal website.

Applicants are required to include a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the role. We would stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.

Apply - https://www.careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/public-engagement-and-events-coordinator-4947

Closing Date – 9th March

We are also looking for a Demonstrations Technician to help develop engaging and world class scientific demonstrations for our Public, Family, and Schools programming, including the CHRISTMAS LECTURES.This is a very creative and varied role supporting the Demo Team in the building and maintenance of demonstration equipment and props for our year round series of talks and events aimed at children, family, and adults, as well as supporting the world famous Christmas Lectures.

Job Title: Demonstrations Technician

Accountable to: Content Producer, Heritage and Demonstrations

Location: 21 Albemarle Street, London

Contract type: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)

Salary: c.£27,000 per annum 

Closing Date: 10am on Tuesday 11 February 2025.

Interview Date: Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 17 February 2025. 

 If you have experience of working in a workshop environment and sourcing, developing and building demonstrations and props please see our website Demonstrations Team Technician | Royal Institution

To apply for either role, please send us your CV and Supporting Statement, of no more than 500 words, explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, to recruitment@ri.ac.uk by the respective closing dates.

 

The Ri has a clear vision that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and it is our belief that everyone should have equitable access to science. Through our packed event programme available in person or online, our UK schools’ outreach and social impact initiatives, and our global digital reach including 1.6m YouTube subscribers we achieve our mission by connecting people with scientists to explore science together. 

The Ri is the largest national provider of science shows for schools, with a wealth of experience in making science for kids engaging and fun. We have a team of presenters who deliver schools shows and CPD in primary and secondary schools nationwide. All our shows are packed with experiments, explosions and hands-on participation by the children, a chance for them to a enjoy an explosive introduction to the power of science. More info here Science shows at your school | Royal Institution

We are now looking for a highly organised, Schools Programme Manager | Royal Institution who is passionate about providing more opportunities for young people - especially in under-served communities.

You will work closely with the Head of Schools, Impact and National Partnerships to implement the Ri’s ambitious plans to grow the programme to 1000+ schools within five years (from approx. 350 schools/year now).

Job Title: Schools Programme Manager

Accountable to: Head of Schools, Impact and National Partnerships

Location: 21 Albemarle Street, London

Contract type: Permanent, 28 hours ( 0.8 FTE) (flexible work patterns considered)

Salary: c£35k per annum FTE (c£28k actual for 0.8 FTE) Grade 7

Closing Date: 9am on Monday 17 February 2025.

Interview Date: We are hoping to interview 25/28 February 2025. 

We are also looking for a Demonstrations Technician to help develop engaging and world class scientific demonstrations for our Public, Family, and Schools programming, including the CHRISTMAS LECTURES.This is a very creative and varied role supporting the Demo Team in the building and maintenance of demonstration equipment and props for our year round series of talks and events aimed at children, family, and adults, as well as supporting the world famous Christmas Lectures.

Edinburgh Science Festival will be coming back to Edinburgh this year from 5 April to 20 April 2025. We will be back at the City Arts Centre, as well as various other locations across Edinburgh. We are currently recruiting ASM's, Science Communicators and Team Leaders so if you are interested follow these links to apply. All jobs close on Sun 26 Jan 2025.

Our Science Communicators come from all different walks of life so don't be put off if you don't have a science background - we seek people that are great communicators and we provide comprehensive training.

 

We have both full time and part time roles:

(feel free to share to anyone you know would be interested)

Assistant Staff Manager: (£15.26 p/h)

https://sciencefestival.teamdetails.com/opportunity/249

Team Leader: (£13.23 p/h)

https://sciencefestival.teamdetails.com/opportunity/247

Science Communicator: (£12.21 p/h)

https://sciencefestival.teamdetails.com/opportunity/248

Head of Facilities

Competitive Salary

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) permanent

 

The International Centre for Life is a thriving science hub in the heart of Newcastle. Its purpose is to inspire everyone

to explore and enjoy science and to provide a world class science hub where life enhancing engagement, research and

clinical treatment can thrive. Life is home to NHS clinics as well as scientists and researchers from Newcastle

University. Life Science Centre is at the heart of this ‘circle of science’ and aspires to be the most accessible and

inclusive visitor attraction in the UK. It has an international reputation for its work in sensory engagement.

 

We are seeking a Head of Facilities to lead the delivery of first class facilities management across our high profile

property portfolio of approximately £100m in value, with a complex mix of visitor attraction, offices, laboratories,

clinical areas, theatres, event facilities, specialist clean room areas and a multi-storey car-park. Income generated from

the property portfolio supports Life’s charitable aims.

 

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a team to manage site-wide infrastructure and provide an

excellent environment for visitors and tenants. As an experienced and knowledgeable facilities professional with a

proven track record in delivering hard and soft facilities services (both planned and reactive) across a diverse site, you

will come from an engineering background, have excellent management and budgetary skills and be a good

communicator. You must be able to contribute to the strategic planning of the portfolio, including renewal of capital

assets and leading on plans for decarbonisation. With a good understanding of risk management, you will ideally hold a

health and safety qualification to help maintain high standards of health and safety across the site. Some understanding

of landlord and tenant matters is desirable.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a senior role in a unique, fast-moving and exciting environment.

Salary is dependent on experience and negotiable for the right candidate.

 

Life is a welcoming and friendly place to work. We offer a range of benefits including access to wellbeing initiatives, an

employee assistance programme and discounted car-parking in the centre of Newcastle.

 

The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Details of our DBS policy are available on request. For further

information regarding this post, please refer to applicant pack on our website.

 

To apply, please complete the online application form which can be accessed here https://www.life.org.uk/join-the[1]team/ Please include details of your current salary. Applications should be submitted by the 20 January 2025.

 

First interviews will be held on Friday, 31 January 2025.

 

The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer and is accredited with the Equality Standard Gold Award. Life

has achieved Continuing Excellence accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.

 

Registered Charity Number: 1059607

For 225 years The Royal Institution (Ri) has been dedicated to creating opportunities for people to engage with science. Our public and education programmes reach people of all ages and backgrounds across the UK and worldwide, with an array of opportunities for individuals to engage with and explore a variety of science topics and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

We are now looking for 3 Phd students to join our Digital (x1) and Masterclass (x2) teams for a three-month internship to gain experience in science communication and engagement, and education outreach. These internships are available between Feb to September 2025, for exact dates please see attached job descriptions.

The Masterclass internship is an exciting opportunity to support our renowned Masterclass Programme. You will be able to use and develop a range of science communication skills by developing workshops and accessible resources, training young people to create and deliver their own Masterclasses, and support the running and evaluation of the programme across the UK.

Our third internship is with the Digital team and will help support the Ri’s digital content production and platforms. We are a small and creative digital team and work collaboratively with our internal partners. You do not need any formal experience, however, an interest in learning more about digital media and discovering its’ potential for communicating science to diverse and global audiences, would be preferable.

For more detailed information on any of these internships please visit our website here:  Work with us | Royal Institution

To apply, please send a current CV to recruitment@ri.ac.uk by 9am 28 January 2025 with a supporting statement, no more than 500 words, explaining why you are interested in the internship and why we should consider you for the placement.

Please note, the Ri offers placements for students who are enrolled on a research degree under the Doctoral Training Partnership programme funded by Research Councils including the BBSRC, EPSRC, MRC, AHRC and NERC. These opportunities are only open to PhD students who are eligible for a stipend via their DTP/University/research council in order to undertake a three month professional internship. Students should check with their university that they are able to secure funding before applying. They will need to obtain the grant holder’s written permission to undertake the placement, outlining any funding arrangements, before a position can be offered.

All roles are based in Central London, with a mix of home and office working; students will be expected to base themselves within or near to London for the period of the placement.

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking for an apprentice to assist the Education and Public Outreach team. The wider UKAEA communications team has had great success with apprentices in the past, so we’ve got high hopes! If you, or someone you know, is looking to get started in science communication, public engagement and STEM outreach then this could be the perfect role.

 

Fusion Outreach Apprentice

Starting Salary: £20,319

Location: Culham Campus, Abingdon, Oxfordshire https://shorturl.at/L4JHi

Hours: Full time

 

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As Fusion Outreach apprentice, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and organising many elements of UKAEA’s growing education and public outreach activities, for example science festival attendance, visits from public, schools and university groups and careers fairs.  You will have an opportunity to engage with multiple groups, in a fast moving and varied landscape.  A confident, organised and flexible individual is sought to support the wider outreach team in this vital work, as fusion enters a new delivery era.

For more information and to apply, please see our website: https://careers.ukaea.uk/job/l4-fusion-outreach-apprentice-apprentice-scheme-2025-fta/

 

International Centre for Mathematical Sciences, Edinburgh

Visiting Fellow – Visual Content Creator

Closing date: 30 November 2024

The International Centre for Mathematical Sciences (ICMS) is a world-leading research centre in Edinburgh, a collaboration between the University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University, funded primarily by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council. In the course of each year, leading mathematical scientists and early-career researchers from all over the world gather in the thousands at the ICMS to exchange ideas by way of workshops and collaborative projects that advance their research and its impact. It is also the home of a unique programme called ‘Mathematics for Humanity’, which provides support to mathematical scientists working on projects with the potential to enhance human welfare.

The ICMS is seeking to appoint for a period of six to twelve months a Visiting Fellow to create high-quality visual and/or written virtual content to disseminate the work of the Centre to a wider audience.

The starting date of the Fellowship is expected to fall between January and April 2025.

The goal of the fellowship is to collaborate with the mathematicians who participate in programmes of the centre to produce work that will: A. Provide an accessible description or a suggestive depiction of the mathematical content of a selection of the programmes run by the centre. B. Serve a pedagogical function in a broad sense, whereby the general public will come to a better understanding of mathematics and mathematical thinking by engaging with the content produced. C. Give insight on the inner world of mathematicians.

In fact, a key question that should be addressed by the work(s) produced should be: `What do mathematicians do when they come together in a place like the ICMS?'

We welcome applications from a broad variety of online content creators.

It is not expected that you will have previous background in mathematics, though a familiarity with dissemination of scientific ideas would be helpful.

Your project should be built around interactions with mathematicians visiting the ICMS during the period of tenure and include activities fostering these interactions.

Space suitable for these activities will be made available.

The ICMS will provide the Visiting Fellow with access to our new website (currently under construction) and a dedicated podcast or blog, in order to reach the mathematical community and the general public.

All proposals consistent with the general aims of the Centre and of this fellowship programme will be given full consideration.

The fellowship will pay for travel, regular visits to the Centre or a period of residence, material costs, and a commission for work(s) produced.

The desired practical arrangements, including the periods you would like to stay at the Centre, can be specified in your proposal or can be discussed at the shortlisting stage.

There is some flexibility in the budget, but we anticipate an upper limit of 30,000 GBP for the project.

To apply, send • a resume, • links to sample works, • a description of your suggested deliverables, of up to three pages, • a provisional budget. T

he project description should explain how the project addresses the objectives A, B, and C as well as what interactive activities are planned.

The applicant must be resident in the UK and/or have a visa that allows them to work in the UK without restriction.

The application material should be sent to Minhyong Kim, the Director of the ICMS: minhyong.kim@icms.ac.uk

You may also contact him with preliminary queries.

Closing date: 30 November 2024

Senior Communication and Engagement Manager

Salary: Circa £53,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time (see 'Flexible working')

Location: Blended or fully office based (from our office in London)

Closing Date: 8 August 2024
Ref: CH 1257

 

Are you a dynamic and motivated senior communications specialist with a passion for working in international development?

The senior communications and engagement manager is a pivotal role in our energy access team with a mission to shine a light, stimulate conversations and advocate for the importance of off- and weak-grid technologies for the achievement of global sustainable development and climate goals.

You’ll ensure we have our finger on the pulse and work with the team to keep on top of the latest sector (and nexus sector) trends, setting the agenda by translating research and insight into impactful communications that deliver meaningful and impactful outcomes.

 

Who we are

Energy Saving Trust is a leading and trusted organisation, dedicated to promoting energy efficiency, low carbon transport and sustainable energy use. We aim to address the climate emergency and deliver the wider benefits of clean energy as we transition to net zero.

At Energy Saving Trust we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. For our people, being part of the effort to address the climate emergency makes working for us truly meaningful and rewarding.

 

Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• We offer an outstanding pension scheme including employer contributions of up to 9%, 11% or 13% (age-linked).
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Private BUPA insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with service-linked increases as well as three goodwill days over the Christmas period.
• Staff wellbeing allowance of up to £25 per month / £300 per year.

Please see our careers page for the full list of benefits we have to offer and why Energy Saving Trust is a great place to work.

 

The team

This is an exciting opportunity to join Energy Saving Trust’s growing energy access team working within the international team to develop and deliver our global portfolio of work.

You’ll be part of a team working to make a positive impact on the lives of people and businesses in the Global South, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. You’ll support the delivery of our multi-annual and multi-million-pound initiatives funded by UK Aid and IKEA Foundation and jointly managed with our partner CLASP:

• The Low Energy Inclusive Appliances Programme is a research and innovation programme that seeks to improve the efficiency, performance, availability and affordability of a range of household, community and productive use solar appliances and technologies. It’s the flagship initiative of…
• The Efficiency for Access Coalition, a global coalition working to accelerating the uptake of off and weak-grid appliances to boost incomes, reduce carbon emissions, improve quality of life, and support sustainable development.

 

What you’ll do

You’ll be responsible for Energy Saving Trust’s strategic communications and engagement with associated partners for our energy access work. You’ll manage two marketing communications executives.

You’ll work together with the energy access team and key delivery partners to devise communications strategies and plans that build the awareness, knowledge and engagement of key stakeholders in the off-grid energy access sector and important “nexus” sectors, including agriculture, humanitarian and health. 

Working together with teammates and our delivery partners, you’ll harness their expertise and thought leadership to create compelling communications, campaigns and events, leveraging partnerships to amplify and extend our reach and influence.

You’ll ensure the effective engagement of our target audiences, including development organisations, implementing agencies, private sector players, policymakers, investors, learning institutions and affected communities amongst others.

 

What you’ll bring:

We’re looking for someone who is values-driven and wants to work for a cause that they believe in. Our ideal candidate will have an understanding of issues relating to energy access in developing countries and/or off- and weak-grid technologies and the associated market barriers and solutions, with a focus on Sub Saharan Africa and South Asia. You will have a track record of designing and curating impactful communications campaigns, events & exhibits and creating targeted and compelling content for a variety of channels and media, ideally in a cutting-edge sector.

 

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a knack for understanding the perspectives of different stakeholders and possesses a creative flair for translating technical research and complex information into impactful communications, tailored to different audiences.
• Experienced in managing individuals, teams and budgets.
• Naturally self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and the ability to inspire and manage joint working in complex, multi-disciplinary teams, in partnership with others, ideally with experience working on large-scale multi-partner international projects.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to think and plan strategically and analyse complex problems, presenting and delivering workable solutions that ensure effective risk mitigation.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. Experienced in working with diverse people from different cultures, backgrounds and fields.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, be able to prioritise own workload effectively and co-ordinate several projects and tasks in parallel within exacting deadlines.

 

To apply click the link below:

 

https://ce0827li.webitrent.com/ce0827li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=5281252Jze&VACANCY_ID=3180183V9J

 

Applications close 23.59, 8 August 2024. Interviews are intended to be held week commencing 19 August 2024.

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

 

Reasonable adjustments: We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive of and accessible for, everyone.  

If you think you may need additional support or reasonable adjustments made to any part of the recruitment process, please get in touch.

 

Flexible working: We offer a range of flexible working arrangements, including working from home, compressed or part-time hours, job shares and other arrangements. There is no need to justify your preferred working pattern and we encourage our people to work in whichever way helps them to perform at their best.

We will be happy to discuss this and our blended working model at the interview stage with you.

Please note, that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this post. To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

 

Diversity and inclusion
Energy Saving Trust is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can be themselves, with support to be their best.

We strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and with different identities and experiences to apply for roles with Energy Saving Trust.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and we ringfence a minimum number of interview slots for candidates who apply via the Disability Confident scheme and meet the minimum criteria for a role.