Digital Technology Specialist, The Oxford Trust

UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is looking for a Digital Technology Specialist to develop dynamic digital STEM workshops aimed at young people aged 5-18. This role involves designing interactive programs in coding and robotics, collaborating with local STEM entities, and ensuring up-to-date digital resources. The ideal candidate should have strong facilitation skills and experience in educational workshops. The position offers a salary of £28,000 - £31,000 per annum, pro rata, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating educational workshops for young people.
• Strong knowledge in digital technology and STEM subjects.
• Ability to adapt programs for different age groups.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop interactive digital STEM workshops.
• Evaluate and report on digital activities.
• Train staff on digital STEM provision.

Skills

Designing digital STEM workshops

Facilitating safe learning environments

Interactive coding program development

Collaboration with STEM organizations

Training staff on digital technology

Tools

Python

Microsoft Make Code

Scratch

Robotics

AI concepts

Job description

Digital Technology Specialist, The Oxford Trust

Organisation The Oxford Trust Job title Digital Technology Specialist Location Oxford Salary £28,000 - £31,000 annum, pro rata, plus benefits, depending on experience

The Digital Technology Specialist will play a pivotal role in reimagining and delivering the Science Oxford Digital STEM Programme to engage young people aged 5-18 about the wonders of digital technology advancements and develop their digital skills.

Showcasing the ways in which digital technologies are driving pioneering solutions to global challenges will be key.

This role will include:

• Designing, developing & facilitating digital STEM workshops, in‑school, at after‑school and weekend clubs, and summer camps, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Develop and deliver interactive programmes in coding (e.g., Python, Microsoft Make Code, Scratch), robotics, and AI concepts tailored to different age groups (aged 5‑18).
• Partnering with local STEM organisations, research groups and universities to enhance the offer as well as other charities with a shared mission.
• Being part of a national network of digital education experts and representing Science Oxford.
• Ensuring that Science Oxford digital resources are current and well maintained.
• Training other Science Oxford staff on digital STEM provision.
• Evaluating and reporting on digital activities.
• Working in line with The Oxford Trust’s strategic goals and in response to the changing education landscape.

There is no deadline for this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.