Manager, Digital Skills Hub

Type: Full-time role; includes regular weekend and evening work for events

Salary: c£35,000 per annum

• Possibility of target-based bonuses
• On-site accommodation available at a reduced rate

We are seeking a capable and passionate individual to design, run, and host various events, such as short courses, workshops, and clubs. As the manager of the Praetorium, the AI and Digital Skills Centre at South Ormsby Estate, you will lead the transformation of this new, state-of-the-art digital centre into a vibrant hub for Lincolnshire's rural community. The ideal candidate is confident with Microsoft Office, AI models like ChatGPT and Microsoft CoPilot, and possesses a creative problem-solving mindset, a proactive attitude, and a positive outlook on business growth.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering a programme of activities that support and engage the rural community.
• Activities may include:
• Courses & workshops: Teaching digital and AI skills through hands-on training and accessible courses.
• Hotdesking & office spaces: For local entrepreneurs.
• Youth programmes: To build confidence and careers.
• Events, clubs, and community projects: Developing opportunities for local tenants.

• Business, Events Management, or Marketing qualification or equivalent experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Full Driving Licence
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Passion for IT, AI, and Digital Skills
• Interest in birds and wildlife
• Background in Hospitality, Events, or Marketing
• Confidence in presenting and leading activities
• Experience with CRM tools, feedback systems, and online booking platforms

The village of South Ormsby is situated within 3,000 acres of Lincolnshire Wolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty, rich in wildlife. The estate's custodians are restoring its heritage and rejuvenating the local economy.

About The Praetorium:

We believe rural communities deserve access to the same digital opportunities as urban areas.

At The Praetorium, we use AI and Digital Skills to:

• Empower people of all ages
• Foster innovation and creativity
• Strengthen community ties, making South Ormsby Estate and surrounding areas better places to live, work, and play

As Jon Thornes, Custodian of South Ormsby Estate, states: 'This space is about more than digital skills. It's about giving our rural community the tools and confidence to lead, work with nature, reimagine local identity in a global age, and build opportunities rooted in place but not limited by it.'

Our approach includes:

• Multi-Generational Learning: Engaging all ages, from children to seniors, in digital participation.
• Nurturing Young Talent: Creating opportunities for young people to explore careers in AI, tech, and digital creativity through hands-on experience and mentorship.
• Community-First: Designing programmes that address local needs, promoting wellbeing, economic opportunity, and social connection.
• Accessible Innovation: Making technology approachable and practical through welcoming spaces and workshops.
• Collaboration & Regeneration: Working with educators, businesses, residents, and innovators to regenerate the rural area, respecting heritage and embracing the future.