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Digital Skills Tutor Assistant
Organisation Details
Connect Talent CIO
Sub theme: Education, Science and Technology
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Description of role: At Connect Talent CIO, we believe that everyone should have access to the digital world. We run weekly "Essential Digital Skills" training sessions for adult learners in our community who are looking to improve their computer literacy. We are seeking patient and encouraging volunteers to support our lead trainers in the classroom, helping adults build the confidence to navigate the digital world.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the lead trainer during digital skills classes by providing 1-on-1 support to adult learners.
Help learners with basic computer tasks, such as setting up email accounts, safely browsing the internet, using Microsoft Word/Excel, and navigating online services.
Provide a welcoming, patient, and encouraging environment for individuals who may feel overwhelmed by technology.
Help set up laptops and equipment before the session begins.
Skills & Qualities Needed:
Patience and Empathy: You must be comfortable explaining basic concepts slowly and kindly to absolute beginners.
Basic IT Proficiency: You don't need to be an IT expert, just comfortable with standard computer use, internet browsing, and basic software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
Strong Communication: Ability to break down technical jargon into plain, easy-to-understand English.
Multilingual skills are a huge bonus (but not required) to help our immigrant community members!
What You Will Gain:
Leadership & Coaching Skills: Develop highly transferable skills in teaching, mentoring, and public speaking.
Community Impact: Experience the immediate, rewarding impact of helping someone gain a skill that improves their daily life and employability.
UK Work Experience: Excellent hands-on experience to add to your CV, especially for students interested in education, social work, tech, or HR.
References: A professional reference/recommendation letter from our management team.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the lead trainer during digital skills classes by providing 1-on-1 support to adult learners.
Help learners with basic computer tasks, such as setting up email accounts, safely browsing the internet, using Microsoft Word/Excel, and navigating online services.
Provide a welcoming, patient, and encouraging environment for individuals who may feel overwhelmed by technology.
Help set up laptops and equipment before the session begins.
Skills & Qualities Needed:
Patience and Empathy: You must be comfortable explaining basic concepts slowly and kindly to absolute beginners.
Basic IT Proficiency: You don't need to be an IT expert, just comfortable with standard computer use, internet browsing, and basic software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
Strong Communication: Ability to break down technical jargon into plain, easy-to-understand English.
Multilingual skills are a huge bonus (but not required) to help our immigrant community members!
What You Will Gain:
Leadership & Coaching Skills: Develop highly transferable skills in teaching, mentoring, and public speaking.
Community Impact: Experience the immediate, rewarding impact of helping someone gain a skill that improves their daily life and employability.
UK Work Experience: Excellent hands-on experience to add to your CV, especially for students interested in education, social work, tech, or HR.
References: A professional reference/recommendation letter from our management team.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Administration, Customer Service, Event Planning, IT Skills, Marketing and PR, Oral Communication Skills, Practical Skills, Public Speaking, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 2
Location:
St James's House, Suite E3, 8th Floor, Pendleton Way, Salford, M6 5FW, UK
Salford
M6 5FW