Science Explainer

The Discovery Science and Technology Centre is seeking enthusiastic Science Explainers to join our team

Science Explainers run the vertical slide for those ready to defy gravity and the planetarium for future astronauts and astronomers. This casual position will provide a friendly face at the front of Discovery, welcoming visitors and making birthdays memorable on weekends. Science Explainers also make learning fun for students during the week both at Discovery and at schools when we take the fun to them through incursions. If this sounds like something that could interest you, please read our attached Position Description for more information and then apply using the selection criteria.

Applying

Please address these selection criteria alongside your application. We recommend the STAR model of addressing selection criteria.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. Very good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
2. Passion for science communication and education
3. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
4. Demonstrated ability to take initiative when unsupervised
5. Displayed adaptability of skills and knowledges
6. Current Working with Children Check and valid Car license (required at time of appointment)

Desirable Criteria:

1. Experience in an educational setting
2. Experience in group presentations
3. Retail experience

Positions will be awarded as required so don't wait

Get your:

1. Cover letter

2. CV

3. Key selection criteria responses in ASAP

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $32.78 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Licence/Certification:

• Working with Children Check (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person