THE ROLE

Campus Life has an exciting new Part-time Fixed term (3 days a week,12-month appointment) position in our Junior Science Academy (JSA) team. JSA provides primary school aged children with the opportunity to explore the world of STEM in a fun and safe environment during the school holidays through our mainstream program as well as our program for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

We want to establish a new stream that will deliver programs through schools, engage with our School of Education to up skill students in teaching STEM (including robotics) and identify other outreach opportunities. Reporting to the GM Programs & Partnerships, this role will be instrumental in building the schools program from scratch. It will also work closely with the University’s Widening Participation Unit to provide STEM offerings to children and/or schools in marginalised, under-represented, and/or disadvantaged communities which they might otherwise not have access to.

There is potential for this to be an ongoing position and to increase hours, depending on the success of the first year of establishment.

We are seeking a teacher with extensive experience who loves all things STEM and has a toolkit of strategies to ensure children are engaged and developing a ‘thinking scientifically’ mindset.

In return you will enjoy competitive pay plus a range of salary packaging options and other benefits including:

• Education and professional development opportunities 
• Free access - Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to our staff wellbeing program, staff support services, & employee flu shot program
• Discounted corporate health insurance
• 25% discount at Campus Life outlets on campus
• Full access to the University’s Library
• Salary Sacrifice options

ABOUT YOU

You have a solution focused attitude, excellent communication skills and thrive working in a collaborative and creative team. You demonstrate initiative, enjoy taking a project from the idea through to implementation, and are driven to achieve excellence in the workplace. You are committed to equity and inclusion and want to implement programs that make a difference in the lives of young people.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage initiatives aimed at establishing and growing the JSA (Schools) program
• Build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and partners to create offerings that are inclusive, encourage participation and engagement, and promote the University’s STEM and Education priorities
• Regularly review the JSA school participation data, relevant trends, and stakeholder feedback to identify areas of opportunities for change and growth
• Foster a culture of collaboration, best practice, and continuous improvement by working effectively with the JSA (Programs) team and other stakeholders
• Share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant Education degree and teaching experience
• Working With Children Check
• First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk qualification (can be obtained within first 3 months of employment)
• Computer literacy e.g. Office 365
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life.

We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and contribute positively to our local communities. We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University.

We believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are. At Campus Life you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team.

How to Apply

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about we encourage you to apply.

For more information, please contact Maria Bennett on 0414 182 786.

To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter that tells us how you meet the Key Responsibilities and Skills & Experience listed above.

If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need.