Weekend Science Communicator

Weekend Science Communicator
Role: Weekend Science Communicator
Location: Cambridge Science Centre, Cambridge Science Park,
                 CB4 0FN
Reports to: Engagement and Logistics Lead
Contract Type: Part Time
Salary: £25,000 (pro rata, approx £96.15 per day)

Cambridge Science Centre
For over ten years, Cambridge Science Centre has been sparking curiosity and a
love of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) in young people across
the East of England. We focus mainly on ages 4 to 14, because the evidence is
clear: building confidence and interest in STEM early on can open up all sorts of
opportunities later in life.

Our programmes are designed to be joyful, surprising and genuinely
eye-opening—experiences that help young people see themselves and the world in
new ways. Through hands-on exploration and open-ended learning, we aim to
complement formal education and help every child find what excites them most
about STEM.

We develop and deliver a wide range and style of STEM engagement content for
young people from early years through to age 16—and we work closely with the
parents, carers and educators who play such an important role in their lives.

Each year, around 30,000 young people take part in our activities—whether in
schools, communities or at our own centres—and our goal is always the same: to
help them imagine and shape a brighter future. With the recent opening of our new
permanent venue in Cambridge, alongside continued support through our
semi-permanent pop-up centre in Wisbech, we’re now able to build deeper, more
sustained relationships with the communities that benefit most from what we offer.

Cambridge  Science  Centre  is  an  independent  educational  charity  (Registered
Charity No. 1146349). You can find out more at www.cambridgesciencecentre.org.

Job Description

Weekend Science Communicators play a vital role in ensuring CSC remains open
and accessible to the public when demand is at its highest. A significant portion of
our engagement happens on weekends, and in this role, you will help make that
possible.

As a Weekend Science Communicator, you’re right at the heart of what we
do—without Communicators, there is no CSC! Your energy and enthusiasm for
STEM will help spark curiosity and excitement in young people, connecting them
with science in ways that are fun, meaningful and memorable.

We’re looking for someone who’s naturally curious, confident engaging with people,
and genuinely passionate about making science accessible and enjoyable for
everyone.

In this role, you’ll work directly with the public and community groups to create
engaging STEM experiences. You’ll deliver interactive shows, workshops and
events, and support open-ended exploration and conversation on the exhibit floor.
We’ll provide training in public engagement—but it’s your personality and style that
will bring it all to life. Authenticity is what truly connects with people.

You’ll be based at our main venue in Cambridge. You’ll take the lead in setting up
and packing down sessions, helping ensure every visitor has a smooth, high-quality
experience. You’ll also help keep our engagement kit and venue infrastructure in
great working order.

Alongside delivering brilliant experiences, you’ll help us respond to what audiences
need—sharing observations, contributing ideas for new content, and gathering
feedback that feeds directly into how we improve. You’ll also play a part in promoting
the Centre’s wider work, pointing visitors to other opportunities they might enjoy, from
events and workshops to memberships.

Key Responsibilities

●  Create exceptional visitor experiences—positive STEM moments that can

change lives!

●  Deliver engaging explanations of the STEM concepts behind exhibits, and

present shows, workshops, and drop-in activities in a lively, fun, and
audience-appropriate manner.

●  Contribute to a deeper understanding of CSC’s audiences through
observation, and by gathering both formal and informal feedback.
●  Maintain a clean, tidy, and low-risk environment across our venues,

responding promptly and responsibly to any unforeseen issues or incidents.

●  Responsible for ensuring that risk assessments are completed and

appropriately archived, and that any incidents are promptly reported,
effectively managed, and handled in a considerate and constructive manner.

●  Promote CSC’s products, services, and charitable mission where appropriate,
helping to raise awareness and support for the organisation’s wider impact.

●  Stay up to date with STEM developments and best-in-class science

communication practices across the sector.

●  Contribute to a positive team and organisational culture by treating others with

respect, consideration, and professionalism.

●  Undertake administrative work related to the role, including but not limited to:

○  General reporting and action to ensure the equipment is maintained
○  General reporting and action to support the maintenance of quality and

accuracy of content

○  Partake in training as planned by the Engagement Logistics Lead

●  Undertake other tasks and duties as reasonably required from time to time,

such as capturing content for CSC’s social media channels.

Person Specification
Essential Criteria

●  Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
●  A people person: interested in individuals, skilled at active listening and

responsive to interests and needs of young people and the adults in their lives

●  Driven to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes in everything you do
●  A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
●  A passion for keeping up-to-date on worldwide developments in science,

technology, engineering and maths

●  Confidence in handling questions across a broad range of STEM topics
●  Strong teamwork skills, allowing you to work with colleagues across the
charity during conversations, projects, meetings or other collaborations

●  An ability to organise your own time and prioritise tasks as well as to adapt to

changing priorities and to respond quickly to requests
●  Willing to learn new things and do independent research
●  Computer literate
●  Achieve a satisfactory enhanced DBS check

Desirable Criteria

●  Experience in science communication or working with a range of audiences,

including families, adults, and children.
●  Customer service skills and experience.
●  Level 3 or equivalent qualifications in a STEM subject.
●  Full clean driving license.

Working Conditions
The primary location for this role will be Cambridge Science Centre at the Trinity
Centre, Cambridge Science Park, CB4 0FN.

Advancement Opportunities
Science Communicators and public engagement are at the core of everything CSC
does. In this role, you will refine your science communication skills and contribute

valuable insights on what you find works best in different environments and across a
range of audiences. A natural progression for Weekend Science Communicators is
to move into a permanent Science Communicator role as and when vacancies arise.
Your existing experience with CSC would be viewed very positively in any application
for a permanent position.

Standard working hours are 7.5 hours per day
Parking and bike storage are available at both CSC locations.

Benefits include:
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25 days + 8 bank-holiday equivalent annual leave (pro-rata)
Mental health support in partnership with BetterHelp

Recruitment Process and Timeline:
To apply for the position of Weekend Communicator at Cambridge Science Centre,
please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in
joining the Centre and how your skills and experience align with the role. Send your
application to: jobs@cambridgesciencecentre.org.

At CSC, we’re committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those
underrepresented in science engagement.