IT Buddy (Around Solihull)

Tasks Involved! ReCOM is looking for Buddies to visit people who are tied to the house for whatever reason to teach them to use a computer, for example, to keep in touch with friends, or write a letter or shop on line.
Skills needed: Enthusiasm, good communication skills, patience and understanding. You will need a good working knowledge of how to use email, the internet and popular Office programmes.

Benefits to Volunteer: Working in the community - helping individuals to improve their quality of life and independence. Occasional training opportunities. Expenses paid.

Times / Days'. Buddies: Approx 1 hour per week, Monday - Friday daytime or evening times to suit;

Special Requirements: This role is subject to satisfactory references and CRB check.

Contact: Claire Bowie      Tel: 0121 765 5282             Email:training@recom.org.uk

IT Buddy Computer Club - Solihull Area

Tasks Involved! ReCOM runs weekly computer clubs for the over 55's in the Solihull area. We are looking for volunteers to help on a weekly basis. Club members often want, for example, to keep in touch with friends, or write a letter, know how to use a digital camera or learn how to shop on line.
Skills needed: Enthusiasm, good communication skills, patience and understanding. You will need a good working knowledge of how to use email, the internet, popular Office programmes and have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for IT.
Benefits to Volunteer: Working in the community - helping individuals to improve their quality of life and independence. Occasional training opportunities. Expenses paid.

Times / Days: Computer Clubs - 2 hours a week various days and times (no evenings or weekends)

Special Requirements: This role is subject to satisfactory references and CRB check.

Contact:  Rebecca Hunt         Tel: 0121 765 5282            Email:training@recom.org.uk

IT Buddy Technical Support Acocks Green

Tasks Involved! ReCOM provides low cost pc's and buddies to people who are tied to the house for whatever reason to teach them to use a computer.   We are looking for volunteers who are able to set up an internet connection, resolve software difficulties, reformat and re-install operating systems and related software if pc should crash.

Skills needed: Enthusiasm, extensive knowledge and experience of computer maintenance.

Benefits to Volunteer: Helping individuals to improve their quality of life and independence. Occasional training opportunities. Expenses paid.
Times / Days: Flexible to suit volunteer Monday - Friday daytime
Special Requirements: This role is subject to satisfactory references and CRB check.