Science Explainer - Weekdays (part time 20 hours per week) (pay award pending)
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Are you looking for a role where you can inspire curiosity, support children’s learning and help families enjoy a memorable day out?
The Look Out Discovery Centre is a very popular visitor attraction with a hands-on science and discovery exhibition, gift shop, coffee shop and play area, set in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodlands.
As an Explainer at The Look Out Discovery Centre, you will bring science to life through hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations and friendly visitor support.
Help us deliver a great experience to our customers and you will experience a great place to work.
About you…
You are enthusiastic, confident, reliable and enjoy engaging with people of all ages and backgrounds. You thrive in interactive environments and have a genuine passion for helping children explore and enjoy science, whether working independently or as a valued member of a supportive team.
You will take pride in providing an excellent visitor experience and assist children with hands-on science activities, ensuring their visit is fun, educational, safe and well organised.
About the team…
Located on the doorstep of the picturesque Swinley Forest, The Look Out Discovery Centre is a hands-on science centre dedicated to inspiring children to enjoy science through approximately 100 interactive science exhibits and discovery shows.
Our team is passionate about science and we work together to make every visit engaging and memorable. We support each other’s growth by sharing knowledge, refining our science show delivery and lending a hand when challenges arise. As an Explainer, you will be part of a team that goes the extra mile to ensure every visitor enjoys a hands-on, exciting and safe science experience.
Key responsibilities…
- Present our science shows to booked groups and the general public.
- Host children’s birthday parties in the science exhibition.
- Welcome customers at the door, taking the initiative to assist visitors and respond sensitively to their needs.
- Maintain high standards within the exhibition, undertaking cleaning duties to ensure exhibits and facilities are clean and look their best.
- Facilitate visitors’ experiences within the exhibition by assisting with the operation of exhibits, helping visitors understand the science behind them and explaining their educational content in an informal and accessible way.
- Develop new skills through a programme of training and development.
- Run children’s birthday parties and deliver shows and other activities available to visitors.
Our benefits…
- 25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.
- Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
- Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
- Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
*(pro rata for part time)
Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.
Our values...
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments...
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.
Disability confident and inclusive recruitment...
Bracknell Forest Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and an inclusive employer. This means that if you tell us on your application form that you have a disability, are an armed forces veteran or are a care leaver, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on the 8th and 9th of September
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Julia Inglis-Taylor, Exhibition Manager: 01344 354436
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Please note that this particular role is part-time and therefore does not meet the minimum requirements for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. As such, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
No agencies please.
Salary range
- £13,797 - £14,442 per year