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AbilityNet
- VO100333
All across the UK our 350+ volunteers support older and/or disabled people at home to offer one-to-one support with their technology, whether that’s a computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet.
Our volunteers:
• Troubleshoot technical issues;
• Offer impartial advice on technology;
• Set up new tech and install hardware and software;
• Show people how to use their tech at home e.g. shop online, send and receive emails and video call with family and friends;
• Make adaptations to support a disabled person’s specific technology needs.
Key activities include:
• Contacting clients to arrange a date/time to support (home visits, supporting them remotely online or attending group sessions).
• Carrying out tech support for the clients you have accepted.
• Feeding back on progress via our online ticketing system.
• Supporting your local Coordinator with promoting the volunteer service in the local area.
• Getting together with other tech volunteers at team meetings and wider company events.
• Attending training on technology, particularly adaptive technology.
• Supporting other volunteers through our online chat facility.
What could an AbilityNet Tech Volunteer gain from the experience:
• Change the lives of disabled and older people.
• Benefit from technology and disability training.
• Network with a nationwide team of other Tech volunteers.
• Be flexible with your volunteering and plan it around your other work and home commitments.
Experience required
• A passion to help others.
• Good IT and computer skills.
• Knowledge of standard operating systems and software.
• The ability to communicate well with people.
• Patience and empathy.
• Your own transport or good transport links.
Support
Training details
Access to specialised accessibility training.
Restrictions
Volunteers are required to be at least 18 years old.
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Ability Net Tech Volunteer with AbilityNet
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