Whether you are in full-time employment and want to share your knowledge, searching for a job and want to build out your CV, or retired with time to spare and enjoy helping others – anybody can become a Digital Hero.
A Digital Hero supports friends, family, colleagues and people in the community to learn digital skills. You will:
- support local people at Stretford Library on Tuesdays between 12.30pm – 2.30pm.
- be working as part of a team of Digital Heroes, supported by Trafford Library staff, offering informal, basic digital skills support to people who are getting online for the first time.
- be provided with a ton of support and learning resources to help you help your community.
What do I need to volunteer as a Digital Hero?
– Basic digital skills
– Be enthusiastic about the benefits of being online
– The want to help others
– Good communication skills
– Patience
– Be confident in sharing your own knowledge
– The tenacity to learn with the people you are supporting
How much time do I need to volunteer?
• Approx. 2 hours a week on a Tuesday afternoon.
• Induction Training Dates – 10th, 17th & 24th Sept | 12.30pm – 2.30pm at Stretford Library. Ongoing support and training will be offered following your induction.
• Can’t make the September dates? We will be holding another series of Induction Sessions in November.
• We are always able to work around holidays and other commitments.
How to apply / further information
Telephone: Ryan McMurdo, 07724 217888
E-mail: ryan@startpoint.org.uk