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Freelance Vacancies
We are looking for freelancers based in Northern Ireland to help us deliver two pieces of work:
Work Inspiration Trips: £450 + travel expenses (up to £150) to host three trips to STEM venues for SEND students in NI between Oct 2025 - May 2026 (rate is £150 per trip + travel expenses)
STEM Lead: £600 for up to 4 days of planning & delivering inclusive activities in SEND schools in NI (rate is £150 per day + travel expenses)
The work will be fully supported by the Lightyear Foundation team, including admin support and all recruitment of STEM venues & schools.
We would love to hear from applicants who have:
Experience working with and supporting SEND students
Science communicator background and/or teaching experience
If you're interested, please email us at info@lightyearfoundation.org with:
Your CV or LinkedIn URL
A short covering letter (max 1 side of A4) OR a short video explaining your interest in the role/s
Please indicate which role you are applying for, or if you are applying for both roles.
Get in touch if you have any questions, and looking forward to hearing from you!
Email info@lightyearfoundation.org for more details.
Volunteer Vacancies
Please contact yoli@lightyearfoundation.org for any vacancy enquiries
Lightyear Youth Group
The Lightyear STEM Youth Group is a group of disabled and neurodivergent young people aged 14-25, who meet regularly to share their stories, experiences, and ideas about STEM with each other and with the Lightyear Foundation.