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The scheme is designed for anyone – including people who may have little or no experience in using IT.

The tablets are pre-loaded with links, information, and support for anyone in Somerset currently looking for employment, or if you think you may need to be looking soon. There are also pre-loaded links to information and support around health and wellbeing and various online resources, such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers or comics.

These are ‘data-enabled’ iPads, which means you do not even need to have internet access at home to use them. There is a simple step-by-step video guide below which shows you how to use the iPad and what sort of information you will be able to access. This includes how to write an effective CV, tips for successful interviews and how to search for local jobs.

The iPads also come with a keyboard and headphones.

How it works

Anyone who is a member of Somerset Libraries can borrow an iPad free of charge for a period of up to 6 weeks – available from all Somerset Council libraries, and also via the Home Library Service.

Becoming a member of Somerset Libraries is free and easy to do. You can join online, but to borrow an iPad you will need to become a full member, which you can do by visiting your local library.

Borrowers will need to sign an iPad borrower request form and agree to the Terms and Conditions of use.

Please note – all devices are managed remotely and can be securely locked and rendered unusable at any time.

If possible, please contact the library in advance to check that a device is available, and to book a time for visiting the library. Opening times and contact details of libraries.