Do you have a passion for the power of technology? Our vision is to create a world in
which digital services are equally accessible to all.
As an AbilityNet Tech volunteer you can help unleash the power of technology to ensure
that older people and disabled people are not excluded from the digital world.
Overview of the Tech volunteer role
All across the UK our 350+ volunteers support older and/or disabled people in their communities 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
What will I be doing?
• Contacting clients to arrange a date/time to support (could include, home visits, meetings in libraries, cafes etc. 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 are the benefits to me?
As an AbilityNet Tech volunteer you can:
• 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.
for further information and to hear from current volunteers, please click on link:
https://abilitynet.org.uk/free-tech-support-and-info/join-our-volunteers
Do you have a passion for the power of technology? Our vision is to create a world in
which digital services are equally accessible to all.
As an AbilityNet Tech volunteer Coordinator you can help unleash the power of technology to ensure
that older people and disabled people are not excluded from the digital world.
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. They trouble shoot 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 and make
adaptations to support a disabled person’s specific technology needs.
Each area has a volunteer Coordinator at the helm, managing the balance of client requests
and volunteer resource to ensure each client’s IT needs are met in a timely and effective
manner.
What will I be doing?
• Creating local awareness by publicising the service to, for example, disability charity
organisations, libraries, community centres etc. this could include making phone calls,
popping in to introduce yourself and the service, or presenting/attending events or
meetings.
• Using our online ticketing system to allocate and manage client requests within our
Service Level Aims.
• Communicating with clients to provide updates on volunteer availability and any issues or
delays to their ticket resolution.
• Reviewing monthly figures and trends and react appropriately with promotions and
recruitment to fill gaps in service.
• Contacting, interviewing and feeding back on potential volunteers.
• Supporting and motivating your local volunteer team through team meetings and regular
contact.
• Attending ad-hoc company events or meetings.
• Approving volunteers’ expenses.
• Undertaking client IT support (if you also wish to be a Tech volunteer).
What are the benefits to me?
As an AbilityNet Coordinator you can:
• Change the lives of disabled and older people in your local area.
• Develop your management, marketing and communication skills.
• Benefit from technology and disability training.
• Network with a nationwide team of other Coordinators and IT volunteers.
• Be flexible with your volunteering and plan it around your other work and home
commitments.
for further information and to hear from current volunteers, please click on link:
https://abilitynet.org.uk/free-tech-support-and-info/join-our-volunteers