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Museum Educator (Schools) - Temporary Cover, Part Time

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University of Cambridge

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Education & Teaching
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Cambridge

AI generated summary

  • You should have teaching experience, work well with school-age children, deliver creative learning, communicate effectively, evaluate programs, commit to diversity, and possess relevant knowledge.
  • You will facilitate engaging educational sessions for school-age children, collaborate with educators, develop innovative programs, and evaluate their impact while utilizing museum collections.

Requirements

  • Teaching experience, ideally in a museum or cultural setting
  • Experience of working with school-age children and young people
  • Enthusiasm for working with diverse audiences
  • Experience of delivering hands-on, creative learning experiences
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners
  • Experience of evaluating and measuring the impact of educational programmes
  • A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of museum collections and educational practices
  • Willingness to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and a security check

Responsibilities

  • As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries.
  • We invite applications for the role of Museum Educator. This role contributes to unlocking the Fitzwilliam Museum's collections in ways that ensure that talent and capability of children, young people and their families is enhanced and acknowledged as a vital part of the cultural life of the city, region and beyond.
  • This role works as part of a team delivering high quality facilitated sessions to school-age young people in the museum, in schools and other community settings in Cambridgeshire.
  • The post holder will collaborate with education sector leaders, teachers and children and young people to develop innovative approaches to engaging this audience through creative practices.
  • The post holder will engage colleagues within the museum as well as external artists and expertise to develop and prepare sessions which ensure that planned outcomes for participants are delivered.
  • The role uses agreed methodologies to measure and evidence programme impacts, and to ensure that evaluation and consultation feed into continuous improvement.
  • Teaching takes place in the public galleries in direct relation to collection objects, in education spaces for practical activities, and through outreach.
  • The collections are used as a springboard from which a wide variety of curriculum subjects can be explored including history, art, geography, languages, technology, science, maths, creative writing, RE, and music.
  • Teaching is by discussion rather than instruction, and sessions aim to build up the skills, and capabilities of children and young people with the aim that they can make new connections, and share perspectives to explore, respond, contribute to and question society today.
  • We aim for all connections with the museum to contribute to the achieving of the Fitzwilliam Museum vision through the application of our mission and the exploration of the 4 pillars of the Learning and Public Programme: Creating Opportunity; Society and Identity; Health and Wellbeing and Identity.

FAQs

Is this position a permanent role?

No, this position is a fixed-term role for 1 year.

What are the working hours for this part-time position?

The specific working hours are not detailed in the job description, but as it is a part-time role, it will likely involve fewer than 40 hours per week.

Will there be training provided for the successful candidate?

The job description does not specify training details, but it is typical for organizations to provide some level of training for new employees.

What kind of experience or qualifications are required for this role?

The job description does not specify particular qualifications, but relevant experience in education, museum studies, or working with children and young people would be beneficial.

Is there support for professional development?

Although not explicitly mentioned, many organizations, including universities, often provide support for professional development opportunities.

Are there any specific benefits associated with this role?

Yes, the position offers a generous pension scheme, enhanced family leave, substantial holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits, including retail discounts.

What kind of evaluation methodologies will be used to measure program impacts?

The role uses agreed methodologies to measure and evidence program impacts, focusing on continuous improvement through evaluation and consultation.

Is a background check required for this position?

Yes, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (enhanced with children's barred list) and a security check.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job listing to register an account with the recruitment system and submit your application online.

When will interviews be conducted for this role?

Interviews for this role will take place on Friday 31 July 2026.

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