Volunteering at Ace

Computer buddies

Volunteer computer buddies provide extra help and support to learners in our Beginner and Improver computer classes. Their role is to assist the class tutor, make learners feel welcome and ensure all learners get any extra individual help they need.

We look for people who have a good level of IT skills but more importantly who are approachable, friendly, encouraging and can build learners confidence.

All potential volunteers go through a recruitment and selection process which includes a basic Disclosure Scotland check

For more information on becoming a computer buddy and to see if we currently have any vacancies please contact us.

Our Volunteers Experience

"I have thoroughly enjoyed being a computer buddy at ACE Cornton, it has allowed me to work alongside some great people. I have got to spend time helping out in several different IT classes, which are never dull as no two learners have the same abilities or IT needs. In the end I honestly believe I have got more out of volunteering at ACE than they got from my help" - Billy D, Computer Buddy.

Board Members

ACE is overseen by a board of voluntary directors. Day to day running of the organisation is delegated to staff but the board have the responsibility to ensure

# the organisation is clear in its purpose and direction

# all decisions taken are in line with and safeguard the ideals and purpose of the organisation as laid out in its founding statement or constitution

# assets are safeguarded and used efficiently for those for whom the organisation exists

# the organisation fulfils all its legal obligations

# the organisation is effectively managed, operates efficiently and works within its policies and budgets, any relevant good practice guidance and the law

# the organisation is accountable financially and in other ways

# there is a proper procedure for the recruitment and supervision of staff

# the Committee itself is representative and functions effectively

The board meets for a couple of hours bimonthly. Board members also have the option of joining the Staffing Sub group and Finance Sub Group

Elections of board member take place at the yearly AGM. Board members are also able to be co-opted throughout the year if they bring skills and experience beneficial to the organisation

We are looking for new board members with skills and experience in the following areas-

# Human Resources

# Financial management

# Business acumen

# Charity sector

# Knowledge of Adult learning