Digital Champion - Longton Library

A volunteer with good digital & I.T skills is required at Longton Library.

Digital exclusion is preventing many people from benefit ting from the services digital technology offers. Without the guidance of a knowledgeable Digital Champion many may struggle to navigate their way through day to day online services.

• The Digital Champion will have a wide experience of online services.
• They will use their knowledge to provide I.T support to actively teach, encourage and empower the service user.
• They willensure a positive digital learning experience.
• Digital sessions are delivered using either library community computers or the service users own equipment.

Times and dates are flexible and will be arranged with the library manager upon application

Digital Champions will provide initial support to help customers gain confidence with computers.

• Helping with sessions for people looking to get online for the first time
• Be able to clearly demonstrate the using of iPads, tablets, and laptops to others
• Supporting the libraryto deliver group I.T. taster events and drop-in sessions for beginners
• Log volunteering hours monthly and submit expenses (where applicable) on-line
• Complete minimum level training e.g. safeguarding and commit to further training relevant to role

• You should have good ICT and communication skills
• Enthusiasm about the huge difference the Internet can make to someone’s life
• Have patience and understanding
• Be friendly and approachable
• Be reliable and committed to providing a good service

Please talk to a member of Longton Library staff before applying

Volunteers must have completed the required training before any activity can be undertaken and may be asked to regularly refresh training where required. Training will be provided in the form of distance learning.

Longton Library, Liverpool Road, Longton, Preston

If you are interested in this opportunity please contact the Volunteer Co-ordinator for a chat, or click apply now.

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