
Description of Role
This volunteering opportunity is open to anyone who will like to give their time to help children – ages 7 to 16 years – to enhance their computer skills. No previous experience of volunteering or teaching is required as there will be training opportunities available for those who need it.
The volunteer needs to have computer skills in any of these programs: Coding, Sequence, Variables, Program Constructs, Python, Algorithms, HTML, CSS, JavaScripts, Cyber-Security, SQL, Data Processing, etc. You must have enthusiasm for the internet and technology, be patient and happy to help children as well as good at explaining things in simple terms to the children.
The project through the means of a computer learning program, aims to enhance the life chances and self-esteem of children living in Salford. The free computer learning program runs currently on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6-8 pm every week. This program is intertwined with guest speakers who come and talk with the children about future aspirations and goals. We keep each class small, a maximum of 12 children per class, to give scope to helping the children to understand the skills they are learning.