Library Volunteer IT Buddy

7 months ago

Northallerton, United Kingdom North Yorkshire Council Full time

The purpose of the IT support volunteer role is to help people develop their computer skills or access resources and services on-line.

**Duties**

As well as giving a regular commitment to IT volunteering at the library the volunteer may do a selection of the following tasks.
- Organise/assist at planned IT taster sessions for people to improve their computer skills.
- Take part in meetings and/or training sessions relating to the role.

Other tasks may be developed in cases where the volunteer has a particular interest, such as in digital photography.

**Skills and experience**

We do not require volunteers to have special skills or experience, but the role would suit someone who has the following qualities.
- Enjoy dealing with people from all backgrounds with patience and flexibility.
- Competent IT skills.
- Good communication skills and the ability to explain computing terms in a simple manner.
- Friendly and sociable approach and ability to encourage and motivate.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Supportive of the library in its commitment to making events accessible and welcoming.

For community libraries please check with your local library for guidance on how to become a volunteer. You can check if your library is a community library here.

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