Job Description
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Virtual Education and Engagement Volunteer - IT support/Trainer
We are looking for volunteers who have strong IT skills and have experience using online platforms such as Teams and Zoom. This volunteer opportunity is perfect for those looking to volunteer remotely, have the chance to access opportunities and gain more third sector experience.
Who Cares? Scotland Education and Engagement team are looking for a Virtual Education and Engagement volunteer to assist in the delivery of online sessions, discussing and reflecting on Corporate Parenting practice in relation to people with Care Experience. The role will involve providing technical support and supporting the delivery team where necessary. This is an exciting and newly developed role which gives practical experience within the Third Sector, providing training to Corporate Parents on care experience, and would allow for personal development for a suitable candidate.
This position is almost exclusively online, therefore, open to anyone with the ability to work remotely and possesses IT skills.
Who Cares? Scotland is a people organisation. We invest in our people, our relationships and in a positive working culture. It’s important to us that our volunteer team is included, involved and motivated to change society.
We aim to recruit people with excellent qualities from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our mission. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with care experience
Experience required
What skills can I bring to this role?
• Working knowledge of MS Teams and the wider Office suite.
• Experience of using platforms like MS Teams and Zoo m.
• Basic IT skills.
• An ability to problem solve and to use initiative.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
This is a remote position and all aspects from training to planning meeting can be done online.
Support
Induction, Child Protection Training, Understanding Care Experience Training, Boundary Training, role specific training.
Restrictions
Availability
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Wed
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Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
As and when with three to four weeks planning time given.
Frequency & commitment
As and when with three to four weeks planning time given.Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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