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Community Programmes and Design Coordinator

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Imperial College London

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Education & Teaching
  • London
  • 5d left

AI generated summary

  • You need a STEM or Design degree, workshop experience, training delivery skills, creativity, strong communication, and the ability to manage tasks independently and collaboratively with diverse groups.
  • You will design and optimize STEM programs, collaborate with the Makerspace team, research new techniques, manage community projects, and handle stakeholder communications and evaluations.

Requirements

  • A good degree in a STEM based, or Design based area
  • Familiarity with workshop or equivalent, including experience of traditional making hand tools and equipment and basic health and safety protocols
  • Experience in delivering training to groups and individuals
  • Experience of developing and delivering learning opportunities to different ages and abilities
  • Ability to think creatively and to be an adept problem solver
  • Experience of internal and external stakeholder communication
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Ability to prioritise multiple tasks as part of a challenging workload and work to aggressive deadlines
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to interact and work closely, proactively and flexibly with both adults and children

Responsibilities

  • In the role you will be responsible for designing sessions that run in the workshop and off site for community collaborations– bringing together STEM subjects and emerging technologies with more traditional making and prototyping tools.
  • The role will focus on optimising and refreshing programme content and structure for existing programmes as well as researching and developing new and innovate approaches to making and accessing STEM learning.
  • Working closely with the Makerspace workshop team, the post-holder will support the delivery of existing on-site programmes but also spear-head research into new materials, equipment and techniques to enable expansion and development of existing Makerspace programmes.
  • The role will coordinate the planning and delivery of Makerspace community collaborations and pilot projects, including liaising with external stakeholders, training casual staff, gathering data and evaluation for reporting purposes and liaising with the workshop team on equipment and materials requirements.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Community Programmes and Design Coordinator.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range for this role is £40,201 - £44,722 per annum.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at the White City Campus and operates in a hybrid format.

What type of contract is offered for this position?

This position is a full-time, open-ended contract.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Community Programmes and Design Coordinator?

The primary responsibilities include designing sessions for the Makerspace, optimizing programme content, coordinating community collaborations, and supporting the delivery of existing programmes.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A good degree in a STEM or Design-based area is required, along with familiarity with workshop tools and experience in delivering training.

Is previous experience working with different age groups important for this job?

Yes, experience in developing and delivering learning opportunities to different ages and abilities is important.

Will a background check be required for this position?

Yes, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required for the successful candidate.

What type of workplace benefits does Imperial College London offer?

Benefits include 39 days’ annual leave, a generous pension scheme, flexible working policy, family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

You can contact Kate Mulcahy, Dangoor Reach Out Makerspace Programmes Manager, at k.mulcahy@imperial.ac.uk for more information.

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