Workshop Presenters & Performers, Generation Science
Edinburgh Science Closing date: Sun, 11 Oct 2026
- Full time
- Under £10K
- Apply now
Mon, 21 Sep 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Edinburgh Science runs Generation Science, an educational outreach programme that delivers engaging science shows and hands-on workshops to more than 16,000 primary school pupils across Scotland between February and June each year. Our workshops and shows are highly interactive, giving children the opportunity to investigate scientific concepts using real tools, materials and experiments, guided by enthusiastic presenters.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic Workshop Presenters and Performers to join our team for the 2027 Generation Science tour. This is a unique opportunity to travel across Scotland, inspire the next generation of scientists, and play a key role in delivering one of the country's most established and impactful science outreach programmes.
Whether you're aiming for a future in primary education, performing arts, or youth work, this is the perfect chance to gain hands-on experience while inspiring the next generation. We're looking for enthusiastic science workshop presenters and dynamic performers to deliver unforgettable science experiences in primary schools across Scotland.
In this role, you'll:
- Spark curiosity with hands-on science workshops
- Entertain and inspire with interactive science shows
- Build your confidence in communication and presentation skills
- Gain valuable experience working with children in a fun, supportive environment
We're looking for:
- Confident, engaging communicators with a passion for presenting
- Some experience working with children (formal or informal)
- Performance skills and a love of learning (science knowledge is a bonus - we'll train you!)
- Confident drivers with at least 1 years' experience (strongly preferred)
- Based within 30 minutes of Edinburgh or Glasgow city centres
Job Requirements
Essential:
A science, theatre or education background and/or an interest in science,
engineering or technology
Confident presenter with excellent communication skills
Some experience of working with children
An interest in education and passion for the work we do
Good team working skills
Customer service skills
Quick learner, comfortable with scientific information
Reliable and calm under pressure
Desirable:
Full, clean driving licence with at least 1 year driving experience
Relevant performance or presentation experience (e.g. theatre, science
communication, public engagement, busking, teaching)
OTHER CONDITIONS
The role will involve travelling within Scotland. It may include some overnight stays.
Training will take place in December 2026 and January 2027 in Edinburgh.
Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG scheme and undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.
Job Responsibilities
- Deliver your show or workshop for the full period of the Generation Science tour.
- Encourage children to engage in activity, facilitate their learning, provide relevant,
factual information and answer questions with accurate responses.
- Transport equipment safely and responsibly to schools
- Set up and take down all set sets and props, paying attention to correct manual
handling and health and safety guidelines
- Manage weekly petty cash expenditure and collation of receipts where appropriate.
- Maintain good communication with tour manager regarding school visits and
incident reporting.
- Familiarisation with any safety measures for the tour and ability to competently
implement and follow them.
- Drive the hire van with due care and attention and report any issues with vehicles.
- Accurately maintain accurate daily timesheets.
- Participate fully in the rota and stay away/overnight requirements - these are in
place for the health and wellbeing of tourers.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Workshop Presenters & Performers, Generation Science
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Education
- Role: Performer
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Sun, 11 Oct 2026
- Location: Scotland
How to Apply
Applications are through our dedicated careers portal: https://sciencefestival.teamdetails.com/application/track/278
Please note that only applications submitted via our careers portal will be considered.
- Contact name: Laura McLister
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Edinburgh Science
Edinburgh Science is an educational charity that inspires people of all ages and backgrounds around the world to experience the wonder of science and technology. Best known for Edinburgh’s annual Science Festival. It also runs Generation Science, an educational outreach programme that delivers engaging science shows and hands-on workshops to more than 16,000 primary school pupils across Scotland between February and June each year.