Freelance Digital Skills, AI & Digital Wellbeing Trainer at Dynamic Client Solutions (DCS) Ltd, London SE10 8FY, £30 an hour

Freelance Digital Skills, AI & Digital Wellbeing Trainer (50+ Programme)

Organisation: DCS Empowerment CIC
Location: Hybrid – Home-based (online delivery & preparation) + Face-to-Face across South London (Lewisham, Southwark, Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth)
Rate: £30 per hour (Freelance / Sessional)
Programme: Midlife Digital Empowerment & Employability Programme
Contract: 12-week programme cycles

Help Midlife Adults Build Confidence in the Digital World

DCS Empowerment CIC is looking for an inspiring Digital Skills, AI & Digital Wellbeing Trainer to deliver engaging sessions to adults aged 50+ as part of our Midlife Digital Empowerment & Employability Programme .

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about digital inclusion, empowering learners with low digital confidence, and helping people navigate today’s increasingly digital society.

You will introduce learners to essential digital skills, practical AI tools, and healthy digital habits that support independence, wellbeing and employability.

About DCS Empowerment CIC

DCS Empowerment CIC is a community-led organisation working to reduce digital exclusion, social isolation and economic inequality.

Our programmes support adults to:

✔ Build digital confidence
✔ Improve wellbeing and independence
✔ Access essential online services
✔ Develop employability skills
✔ Progress into work, volunteering, or further learning

Our approach is inclusive, trauma-informed and empowering , ensuring learners feel supported regardless of their starting point.

About the Programme

Our 12-week Midlife Digital Empowerment & Employability Programme helps adults aged 50+ develop the digital skills needed to participate confidently in modern life.

Learners gain practical experience using digital tools while exploring:

• Every day digital-skills
• AI tools for learning and work
• Digital safety and online wellbeing
• Accessing services and opportunities online

The programme focuses on confidence-building, accessibility and practical application.

The Role

We are seeking a trainer who can make technology approachable, relevant and empowering for adults with varying levels of digital confidence.

Delivery will include:

• Face-to-face sessions across South London boroughs
• Online delivery via Zoom or similar platforms
• Preparation and learner support from home

You will work collaboratively with our Employability Tutor and Programme Lead to ensure learners progress confidently through the programme.

What You Will DeliverCore Digital Skills

You will support learners to develop essential digital skills such as:

• Device basics (laptops, tablets, smartphones)
• Internet navigation and safe browsing
• Email set-up and professional communication
• Creating, saving and uploading documents
• Google Workspace basics
• Completing online forms and applications
• Accessing online services (NHS, DWP, council portals)
• Using job search platforms

AI for Everyday Life & Employability

You will introduce learners to practical AI tools such as:

• ChatGPT and similar AI platforms
• Using AI to support CV writing and job applications
• Researching information responsibly
• Drafting emails or formal communication
• Preparing questions for appointments or interviews
• Simplifying complex information

A key part of this training is helping learners understand ethical and responsible AI use , including:

• Accuracy checking
• Bias awareness
• Data privacy
• Understanding AI limitations

The focus is increasing confidence — not dependency.

Digital Wellbeing

Learners will also explore healthy digital habits such as:

• Managing screen time
• Online safety and avoiding scams
• Protecting personal data and privacy
• Recognising misinformation
• Social media and mental well-being

Additional Responsibilities

• Assess learner starting points and digital confidence
• Adapt sessions for mixed ability groups
• Track learner progress and outcomes
• Support learner progression into employment pathways
• Contribute to programme evaluation and impact reporting

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

✔ Experience delivering digital skills training to adults
✔ Experience supporting digitally excluded learners
✔ Practical experience using AI tools
✔ Ability to explain ethical AI use clearly and responsibly
✔ A recognised assessing qualification (CAVA, A1, TAQA or equivalent)
✔ Experience delivering both face-to-face and online training
✔ Ability to travel across South London boroughs
✔ Strong safeguarding awareness

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (AET, PTLLS or Level 3+)
• Experience working with adults aged 50+
• Experience delivering digital inclusion programmes
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Patient and reassuring with new digital learners
• At ease explaining technology in simple language
• Empowerment-focused and encouraging
• Inclusive and culturally aware
• Organised and outcome-driven
• Calm and structured when facilitating groups

Pay & Delivery Structure

£30 per hour (Freelance)

Programme delivery includes:

• 12-week programme cycles
• 2–3 sessions per week during delivery periods
• combination of face-to-face South London delivery and online sessions

Apply

Please send:

• CV
• Short covering statement outlining your digital, AI and community experience
• Evidence of assessing qualification
• Confirmation of availability across South London

carlene.fenton@dcscic.co.uk

Pay: £30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3.0 – 6.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SE10 8FY