STEM Outreach Officer
Salary: £17,490 – £19,080p.a. (or pro rata as appropriate)
Duration: Fixed Term from 1st August 2023 to 31st July 2024
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne; some travel for event delivery within the region will be required
Closing date: 21st April 2023
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, inquisitive STEM Outreach Officer to support Altitude Foundation’s programme delivery, as we seek to become a beacon of excellence in tackling social mobility for young people aged 13-18 through digital education. You will primarily be responsible for assisting the Programme Manager to deliver Altitude’s activities, developing our offer to create high-impact interventions that nurture participants’ digital skills and knowledge of the Regional tech economy. Coding activities will particularly focus on developing participants’ knowledge of Python and Javascript using the Micro:bit, an open source computer education tool.
The role is designed as a comprehensive one-year package, to help you further develop the skills, attributes and abilities that will support you to excel and flourish in your future career. You will gain in-depth skills and experiences through delivering all aspects of our programme and through dedicated training. Your colleagues will be committed to ensuring you get the most out of this opportunity, aligned with your own personal career objectives. As a team member in a small charity, you will also have the opportunity to assist with the general work of the Foundation, as directed by the General Manager.
We are looking for exceptional candidates who can demonstrate:
- Studying towards a relevant degree in an applicable field (STEM)
- Developing programming and coding skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask
- Experience of facilitating and/or supporting activities and events, preferably with a focus on young people
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to credibly engage with a range of audiences
- Empathy with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and understanding of the socio-economic barriers that they face
- The ability to work well independently and as part of a team
To submit an application, please send your CV and completed application grid to applications@altitudefoundation.org. Applications will not be considered without an application grid.
For further information about the role, please see the advert on MyCareers or contact Megan at hello@altitudefoundation.org.
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