Fab Lab & Community Tech Assistant (Hybrid)

Hartlepool; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hartlepool is seeking an enthusiastic Fab Lab Assistant to support the delivery of Fab Lab and Community Hub services across Hartlepool. Working alongside colleagues, volunteers and community partners, you will help residents access innovative technology, develop new skills and take part in a range of creative and digital activities.

The role involves supporting the day-to-day operation of the Fab Lab, assisting customers to use equipment and technology, and helping to plan and deliver

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Approachable, organised and able to engage confidently with a wide range of people.
• Interest in technology, digital making or STEM activities beneficial; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the Fab Lab.
• Assist customers to use equipment and technology.
• Plan and deliver workshops, coding clubs, outreach activities and community events.
• Promote the service, maintain records and support safe operation of facilities.
• Work across Community Hub locations as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Community engagement

Job description

Hartlepool is seeking an enthusiastic Fab Lab Assistant to support the delivery of Fab Lab and Community Hub services across Hartlepool. Working alongside colleagues, volunteers and community partners, you will help residents access innovative technology, develop new skills and take part in a range of creative and digital activities.

The role involves supporting the day-to-day operation of the Fab Lab, assisting customers to use equipment and technology, and helping to plan and deliver