Digital Skills Champion
Job Description
Bridge the Gap Ending Digital Poverty C.I.C is a community interest organisation based in Hackney, dedicated to supporting families, children, and the wider community. We strive to provide an inclusive, non-discriminatory service where everyone feels welcome. We invite you to join our friendly team as a Volunteer Digital Skills Champion and help shape our future. This role will be based in our community hubs, this could be job centres, food banks, libraries etc. If you have 3-6 hours to spare per week, are tech-savvy, and live in or near Hackney, don't miss the chance to support those in need and make a difference!
Role Description
Must live in or be local to Hackney
To support residents in basic tech knowledge using digital devices such as Laptops, tablets /Ipads or phones
To support/guide participants to navigate through their devices safely
To support residents on a one to one basis weekly
To Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents enabling them to build confidence
Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times
To support residents to give feedback on what they have learnt
Understand safeguarding or willing to undertake training
Knowledge of basic first aid
Commitment
The role requires a weekly commitment of around 3-6 hours on a weekly basis.
Bridge the gap ending digital Poverty C.I.C are committed to achieving an inclusive environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination for everyone who works within and accesses our organisation and services.
Benefits
work in a supportive team
company events
Training
volunteer Travel/lunch reimbursed
opportunity to grow within BTG
DBS
And many more
Ready to apply?
All applications are completed online. You’ll answer some simple questions and upload your CV/Cover letter.
If applicants need support they will not be negatively assessed, instead helped through the process. Please get in touch.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £1.00 per year
Benefits:
Company events
Discounted or free food
Free or subsidised travel
Store discount
Application question(s):
Do you have safeguarding training
Do you have Basic first aid training?
Are you flexible throughout the week to supporting the community hub sessions?
Experience:
Computer literacy: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
