Sensory Impairment

Do you have a passion for helping discover the unlimited possibilities that technology can bring? Would you like to open up a world of opportunities for blind and partially sighted people in your local community by training them to use technology? Join our local technology team helping people with sight loss get the most out of technology.

Location: Clinics will take place in 37 Abbey Street Coleraine

What will you be doing?

Support  people with IT development, new technology training, Assistive Technology Training, Delivering support to blind and partially sighted people attending technology drop in clinics. The role will be within office hours Monday to Friday 9-5 but within this it will be a set day on a regular basis(for example once a month initially).

Skills and Experience:

• Good Communication skills
• Patient approach to training
• Natural tech user

What will you gain from the role?

• A chance to make a difference

• Work with a variety of people

• New experiences and skills

• Work with people with sight loss

What support will be given?

• Understanding sight loss pack

• Expenses

• Regular updates

• Supervision and help from your manager

• Training as appropriate

• Support from volunteers and staff

When will you be needed?

Flexible

How often will you be needed?

4 hours per week

This role requires an enhanced criminal record check