The Science and Engineering Ambassadors (SEA's) programme is co-ordinated nationally by SETNET, the National Network for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The aim of the SEA's programme is to support teachers in the delivery of the curriculum and to inspire and enthuse young people about STEM subjects and the career opportunities they offer.

All Ambassadors involved in the programme are volunteers employed across a broad spectrum of STEM disciplines and careers - at all levels. Ambassadors undergo a brief induction, which provides helpful hints on communicating with young people and working with schools, and are given a Criminal Records Bureau check, which is necessary for working with young people.

Once they are fully registered, Ambassadors can take part in lots of different exciting, hands-on activities, from building robots to helping with engineering clubs, all organised by the local SETPOINT - organisations skilled in facilitating education and business links. You'll be part of a national programme and will get the chance to meet with other like-minded Ambassadors in your area, and it's a great way further to develop your own communication and presentation skills.

Some SEA's are able to work once or twice a month with a local school, others support the occasional event such as an Engineering Challenge Day or a Regional Young Engineers' Final, acting as advisers or judges.

If you are interested in becoming an Ambassador, or know of someone who would like to get involved in the scheme, please visit http://www.setnet.org.uk where you can download a registration form