Manager, Digital Skills Hub

• Location: South Ormsby Estate
• Reporting to: Managing Director
• 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 will be available at a reduced rate.

We are looking for a capable and passionate individual who is confident running designing and hosting a range of events, such as short courses, workshops, and clubs. As manager of the Praetorium, the AI and Digital Skills Centre for South Ormsby Estate, you will be leading the transformation of this brand new, state of the art digital centre into a thriving hub for Lincolnshire's rural community. The ideal candidate is confident working with Microsoft office, AI models such as ChatGPT and Microsoft CoPilot, and has a knack for creative problem solving, a can-do attitude and a proactive, positive outlook on business growth.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Design and deliver a programme of activities that support and engage our rural community.
• These will be in a variety of styles, including but not limited to:
  • Courses & workshops: Teaching digital and AI skills through hands-on training and accessible courses.
  • Hotdesking & office spaces: For local entrepreneursYouth programmes: To build confidence and careers
  • Events, clubs, and community projects: Developing opportunities for local tenants
• Produce and execute and a marketing plan, with campaigns to raise awareness and generate consistent programme signups
• Build awareness and momentum for the Praetorium via social media channels
• Manage the detailed day-to-day aspects of marketing and activity related projects
• Estimate and implement budgets for both the venue and the activities programme
• Set and agree on quarterly Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) with the Custodian of the Estate and Managing Director
• Manage and promote the Praetorium’s hotdesking suite to bring in regular users, with promotion particularly tailored to supporting local startup businesses.

Essential Skills:

• Business, Events Management or Marketing qualification or equivalent experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Full Driving Licence
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills

Desirable:

• A passion for IT, AI and Digital Skills
• An interest in birds and wildlife
• Background in Hospitality, Events or Marketing
• Confidence in presenting to groups and leading activities
• Experience in CRM tools, Visitor feedback systems, and online booking platforms

About South Ormsby Estate:

The village of South Ormsby is an estate of c3000 acres nestled within the Lincolnshire Wolds and is an area of outstanding natural beauty, rich in wildlife. The custodians of the South Ormsby Estate are restoring the heritage of the estate 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, and
• Strengthen our community so that South Ormsby Estate and surrounding areas become a better place to live, work, and play.

In the words of Jon Thornes, Custodian of South Ormsby Estate; ‘This space is about more than digital skills. It’s about giving our rural community the tools and confidence to lead, to work with nature, to reimagine what local means in a global age, and to build opportunities that are rooted in place but not limited by it.’

Our approach:

Multi-Generational Learning: From school-aged children to older adults — ensuring everyone can participate in the digital future, regardless of their starting point.

Nurturing Young Talent: We create opportunities for young people to explore careers in AI, tech, and digital creativity, with hands-on experience, mentorship and space to develop their ideas.

Community-First Approach: Every programme and initiative is designed with local needs in mind, promoting wellbeing, economic opportunity, and meaningful social connection.

Accessible Innovation: Through welcoming spaces, practical workshops, and real-world applications, we demystify technology and make it useful, relevant and fun.

Collaboration & Regeneration: We work with educators, businesses, residents and innovators to regenerate our rural area in a way that honours heritage and embraces the future.