AI - The New Soft Skill for Everyone

Swindon and Wiltshire Growth Hub have teamed up with Techosaurus for this free to access webinar.

AI was never just for tech. It may have been built by developers and data scientists, but it’s not just for them anymore. Today, AI is a practical, everyday tool - and one that’s fast becoming a must-have soft skill for anyone who works with words, decisions, data, or people.

In this 90-minute live session with Scott Quilter - Co-Founder of Techosaurus and the creator of Somerset’s award-winning Generative AI Skills Bootcamp which is launching in Salisbury this September - we’ll explore why AI is no longer about the code under the hood, but about the mindset, workflows, and opportunities it unlocks.

We’ll cover:

· Why AI belongs in your skillset, even if you don’t consider yourself ‘technical’

· Live myth-busting around what AI can really do – and what it can’t

· Hands-on demonstrations of tools you can start using today

· Real-world use cases across admin, sales, marketing, HR, operations, and more

· Actionable takeaways to help you save time, work smarter, and stay competitive

This session isn’t about watching slides or reading theory. It’s built for participation, experimentation, and honest conversation about how AI fits into real work - not just tech jobs.

You don’t need to be a developer to use AI. You just need curiosity and a willingness to try.

About the Speaker: Scott Quilter

Scott Quilter FBCS is a technology strategist, educator, and public speaker with more than two decades of experience helping people make sense of digital transformation. He specialises in turning fast-moving tech into clear, actionable tools for real-world use – no jargon, no fluff.

As Co-Founder and Chief AI & Innovation Officer at Techosaurus, Scott leads AI education, digital consultancy, and modern work training for organisations across the South West. He works with businesses, colleges, charities, and local authorities to embed practical AI tools and automation strategies that genuinely save time, reduce digital overwhelm, and drive results.

Scott also serves as an Innovation and Growth Specialist for Innovate UK and Business West, helping startups and established businesses alike align new technology with their goals. His collaborative approach has earned him a reputation as someone who doesn’t just explain how tech works — he shows you how to make it work for you.

He’s delivered CPD sessions for hundreds of educators, run hands-on workshops for SMEs, and regularly speaks at events like Digital Hub Yeovil, Digital Somerset, Tech South West, and Collab365. Whether teaching automation in a dairy farm, AI workflows for HR teams, or helping a school trust build a tech plan, Scott meets people where they are - and helps them get where they want to be.

Known for his energetic, live-demo-heavy style and deep commitment to accessibility, Scott believes that AI and automation are not just technical tools - they’re everyday enablers. His work focuses on giving people the confidence, language, and mindset to embrace change, solve problems, and evolve with the technology around them.

Generative AI Skills Bootcamp – Learn to Use AI Like a Pro (No Tech Background Needed)

The Generative AI Skills Bootcamp is a practical, in-person training course designed to help professionals and business owners harness the power of AI to work smarter, not harder. Delivered in partnership with Yeovil College and recognised as “Best Use of Digital Technology” at the 2025 Somerset Business Awards, the bootcamp combines live demos, hands-on practice, and real-world tools that you can apply immediately in your role.

Over 10 weeks (1 day per week), you’ll learn:

· How to think like an AI user, not a developer – no coding required

· Which AI tools and platforms are worth your time (and which aren’t)

· How to automate repetitive tasks, draft content, analyse data, and improve productivity using AI

· How to spot bias, hallucinations, and red flags – and use AI responsibly

· How to develop a personalised AI Adoption Plan for your job, team, or business

Whether you’re in admin, education, marketing, HR, leadership, dairy farming, gin making, woodwork, or heavy machinery – we’ve taught them all! This course is built around the real challenges and opportunities of day-to-day work.

Participants also take part in live “Prompt-a-thons”, group problem-solving sessions, and structured exercises that bring AI into context — from email automation to workflow design.

The Bootcamp has already empowered over 100 learners across Somerset and Dorset to embrace digital transformation without the tech overwhelm — and it’s now expanding to new locations, including Salisbury this September.

Ready to see what AI can do for you?

Visit https://tsrs.education/ai to learn more, view upcoming dates, and apply for a funded place.