We all need to stay at home to protect ourselves and others. However, those who are well and not at risk can provide essential support for their family, friends and neighbours who cannot leave the house.
Coordinator/Project Manager
Pushing Out the Boat
Postcode: AB10 1AB
We are a team of volunteers based in and around Aberdeen responsible for Pushing Out the Boat, North-East Scotland’s magazine of new writing and the visual arts.
The Coordinator/Project Manager role involves project management of both team and the tasks needed to produce our regular magazine.
You would be joining us along with our new editor in time to help manage an entire production cycle from the commitment to go ahead through to publication and launch of a new edition.
You would assign and coordinate tasks with team members, compile a schedule of tasks critical to the agreed timetable, and ensure those tasks are completed timeously.
We are a registered charity (Registered No. SC044919) and you would become a member of our managing committee.
While an interest in the arts would be a bonus, experience in coordination and project management are more important to fulfil this role successfully.
We are a friendly group and the work of the editor and coordinator/project manager is supported by a wider team at and between regular committee meetings.
For more details please contact Roger White, PR Manager at email: pr@pushingouttheboat.co.uk or tel: 07925 822489.
You can read more about us on our website at www.pushingouttheboat.co.uk
Volunteer Receptionist
Voluntary Action Angus
Postcode: DD8 1BX
The welcome people receive when they arrive at the Cross is really important. We want people to feel comfortable and our volunteers play a key role in this. Volunteers will be assisting with welcoming visitors to the building and setting up rooms for the various meetings held in the building. This is a great chance to get experience in a busy office setting with a diverse team. You don't need to have any specific experience, just an willingness to get involved.
Volunteer Advisor (Generalist)
Angus Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
Postcode: DD10 8AG
A volunteer adviser provides information and advice to members of the public in person or by telephone.
This role includes acting on behalf of clients, interpreting information to allow clients to make informed decisions, talking to other organisations and being part of busy team.
Citizens Advice Bureau has a computerised information system and case recording system. Angus CAB (SCIO) has offices in Arbroath, Montrose and Forfar. We provide an extensive training programme with opportunities to specialise after completion of training and ongoing support. If you have good communication skills, empathic and are able to use a computer please contact us on 01241 870661 ext 221 for more information.
Volunteer Advisor (Generalist)
Angus Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
Postcode: DD11 1NN
A volunteer adviser provides information and advice to members of the public in person or by telephone.
This role includes acting on behalf of clients, interpreting information to allow clients to make informed decisions, talking to other organisations and being part of busy team.
Citizens Advice Bureau has a computerised information system and case recording system. Angus CAB (SCIO) has offices in Arbroath, Montrose and Forfar. We provide an extensive training programme with opportunities to specialise after completion of training and ongoing support. If you have good communication skills, empathic and are able to use a computer please contact us on 01241 870661 ext 221 for more information.
Volunteer Advisor (Generalist)
Angus Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
Postcode: DD8 3AJ
A volunteer adviser provides information and advice to members of the public in person or by telephone.
This role includes acting on behalf of clients, interpreting information to allow clients to make informed decisions, talking to other organisations and being part of busy team.
Citizens Advice Bureau has a computerised information system and case recording system. Angus CAB (SCIO) has offices in Arbroath, Montrose and Forfar. We provide an extensive training programme with opportunities to specialise after completion of training and ongoing support. If you have good communication skills, empathic and are able to use a computer please contact us on 01241 870661 ext 221 for more information.
Youth Group Volunteer
Pitstop Forfar
Postcode: DD8 2HA
Volunteers will gain new skills around youth issues. They will develop new relationships with young people and adults. Volunteers will have the opportunity to pass on their own skills, which will help them develop more self confidence and self esteem. Volunteers will feel valued as they are asked to participate in team building/celebration volunteers events. They will also become more employable and may gain access to higher education because of volunteering.
Driver Assistant (Furniture/misc)
British Red Cross shop (Angus)
Postcode: DD8 2ER
Working as part of a team, meting the public, developing work and communication skills. Must be phyically fit due to lifting and handleing
Driver Assistant
British Red Cross shop (Angus)
Postcode: DD8 2ER
Working as part of a team, meeting the public, developing work and communication skills.
Literacy Support
Angus Council - The Learning Shop
Postcode: DD11 1RE
We are recruiting volunteers to support adults to improve reading, writing and numeracy skills. This is a rewarding experience and a great way to gain experiences supporting people.
User-Improved reading, writing and numeracy to improve social communication and employability skills.
FareShare Mentor
Transform Community Development
Postcode: DD1 5AZ
We redistribute food which would end up in waste, to non-profit organisations in Tayside and Fife. These groups then provide meals for people who are experiencing food poverty, social isolation or other hardships.
We need Mentors who can give a few hours to help other volunteers with support needs. This is a vital part of providing this valuable service to thousands of individuals in need. Working as part of a team, the van crew load and unload crated food to local community food members.
If you have patience, good people skills and the desire to support others with minor needs to achieve the above tasks then get involved and help others to get involved socially.
Teacher
Dundee Russian School
Postcode: DD2 4DW
This role includes teaching bilingual children and adults. If you can speak fluent Russian you can develop your own subject as long as it sounds interesting and engaging. If you are a native English speaker you can help our Russian speaking parents brush up on their English.
Book Assistant
Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)
Postcode: AB25 1NE
To help maintain the book section. Must have an interest in books.
For more information please contact:
Anne MacLennan, Shop Manager, tel.: 01224 624361 or pop in to the shop to dicuss.
Window and shop display assistant
Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)
Postcode: AB25 1NE
Window and shop display assistant
For more information please contact:
Anne MacLennan, Shop Manager, tel.: 01224 624361 or pop in to the shop to dicuss.
Cadet Force Adult Volunteer
Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Battalion Army Cadet Force
Postcode: G81 1UJ
The ACF is one of the country’s largest voluntary youth organisations. If you can give up one or two evenings a week and want to do something different with your free time, this could be exactly what you are looking for. You do not need a military background and we will provide all the training you require.
For most people taking part in volunteering projects is about 'giving something back', socialising and making new friends, or getting to know the local community. Others enjoy finding a worthwhile hobby that gives them quality time away from work or a busy lifestyle, or knowing they are making a difference to the lives of young people.
But as any one of our thousands of adults will tell you, it is watching the cadets grow and develop, and knowing that you have helped them along the way, which is the most rewarding part of being in the ACF.
Committee Member (Aberlour)
Moray District Scouts
Postcode: AB38 9PB
Be part of a something incredible. The Aberlour Scout Group needs volunteers and importantly, committee members. This is a real opportunity to change the lives of young people. Committee members meet about three times per year, but have an important role in making sure the Group is effectively run and that Leaders are supported. Committee members make sure the Scout Group has a good place to meet, has equipment -- they can assist with the recruitment of leaders, organising social events and help to make sure finances are in order.
As Scouts, we are committed to preparing more young people with skills for life, supported by amazing leaders delivering an inspiring programme. Committee members are vital in making this positive impact in the lives of our young people and in our local communities.
Help at Home Assistance
Moray HandyPerson Services
Postcode: IV30 1RQ
This volunteering opportunity is about providing assistance to vulnerable people in Moray through a ‘Help at Home’ service. This service is for people coming out of hospital, feeling unwell, recovering from illness or just generally needing help on a short term basis.
The service needs are driven by the client; jobs could include for example: animal care (including dog walking), laundry, changing beds, shopping, etc. There is usually opportunity to chat with the client to determine if they are well, need support in any other areas. This befriending provides the added value that sets the MHPS apart from a paid professional doing the work.
Volunteer Handyperson
Moray HandyPerson Services
Postcode: IV30 1RQ
Volunteer Handypersons carry out small jobs of a practical nature such as replacing light bulbs, fitting door chains/security/safety devices, putting up shelving/pictures/curtain tracks/poles etc. We do this for older or vulnerable people.
Ho we Work:
The MHPS staff receive requests from clients and collect relevant details, usually over the phone. They then find a volunteer who has the skills, is nearby and is available. If the volunteer accepts the job, MHPS send the volunteer all the details they need to do the job. Most jobs require the volunteer to visit the client in the client’s own home.
The volunteer first makes a brief assessment to ensure the job is as described and it is safe for them to proceed. Once the job has been carried out, there is usually opportunity to chat with the client to determine if they are well, need support in any other areas. This befriending provides the added value that sets the MHPS apart from a paid professional doing the work. Completion paperwork (easy and quick to do) is returned to the MHPS office.
Riding School Helper
Riding for the Disabled (Moray Group)
Postcode: IV30 8QX
TAKING PART. We're looking for active people to help us run our riding sessions. Minimum age is 12 but we have no upper limit provided you are reasonably fit. Our sessions run during the school term times from March to June and again from August to November so if you have a couple of hours to spare on Monday afternoons or Wednesdays and would like to do something really worthwhile we would love to hear from you. You don't have to be horsie, nor have previous experience working with disabled people, you just need enthusiasm, energy and a desire to help the riders enjoy their riding…. Oh, and a sense of humour and a pair of wellies are also a bonus! We need people to lead ponies, or walk at the side of some of our riders to give them confidence and encouragement.
THE OFFICIAL BIT: Full training will be given to all volunteers. As you will be working with children and vulnerable adults you must have a PVG in place before you can begin helping. We will organise this and there will be no cost to you.
Shop or Cafe Assistant
RVS - Hospital Project
Postcode: IV30 1SN
The cafe at Dr. Gray's Hospital is run by the Royal Voluntary Service. They require volunteers to help with the shop or the cafe side of things. Volunteers in the shop or the cafe, help to provide a valuable service for staff, patients and visitors at Dr. Gray's Hospital. It can be a busy environment, but always, a welcoming place for all. Volunteers usually carry out a shift with 2 other volunteers. In the cafe, there is no cooking involved, just serving warmed goods and hot drinks etc.,
Shifts are flexible! We are a caring organisation and give a friendly, helpful and very caring service. Expenses can be claimed.
Shop Assistant
Alzheimer Scotland - Moray
Postcode: IV36 1AA
We are looking for volunteers to donate any amount of time they can, especially on a Tuesday and Saturday, to help us at our Forres charity shop. Can you help help with?... the shop/till, ironing/sorting checking (bedding, clothes, china), pricing, anone with a knwoledge of pricing antiques, old books, stock rotation, window and shop displays.
Bike Mechanics
Outfit Moray
Postcode: IV31 6PB
Bike Revolution are looking for those who live and breathe biking, be it throwing themselves down the sides of mountains, touring the length and breadth of the country, or jumping into some lycra and treading the tarmac. We are looking for people who have a knowledge of how bikes work, who are keen to get their hands dirty recycling, refurbishing and repairing the bikes we get donated, up to a standard ready for resale. In return, we can offer the opportunity to learn from our experienced mechanics, as well as trade deals on bike parts and cycling kit.
The mechanic role in Bike Revolution presents a great opportunity to increase your understanding of bikes, how they work and how to keep them in good working condition. A successful and proven bike recycling project, Bike Revolution takes bikes that are either in disrepair or just unused, and refurbishes them for re-sale ensuring they meet strict in house quality standards.
Volunteers will work alongside a team of highly trained and experienced bike mechanics, gaining quality experience from our professional team.
Activity Buddy
Aberlour Child Care Trust (Moray)
Postcode: IV30 4JN
We are looking for inspirational and motivated volunteers to help us engage children in activities in our respite service in Elgin. Volunteers will have a sense of fun and an interest in a variety of activities to help improve the outcomes and the health and social wellbeing of our children. If you have a genuine interest in the wellbeing of children with disabilities, we would love to hear from you.
You can make a difference to the life of a child by:
- Assisting staff with in-house activities and outings
- Supporting children to participate in new experiences
- Supporting children to try new activities
- Supporting staff to plan, prepare and run outings and activities
- Helping children to have fun
- Building a child's confidence and self esteem
- Being a positive role model
At Aberlour Options Moray, we offer a safe, homely environment for a child to come and stay for a short break that gives their families a rest from their caring role. During that break, children enjoy a range of fun activities and experiences with our staff who specialise in taking care of children with disabilities. Our service is very much a 'home from home' for the children who stay with us there.
Saturday Shop Assistant
Moray Reach Out
Postcode: AB56 1BP
Love Wool? Have a good knowledge of knitting? Fancy helping in our yarn and craft shop for a few hours on a Saturday? Then, Moray Reach Out would like to hear from you. The shop is open from 10- 3pm on a Saturday. Volunteers will receive training on how the shop works, and task such as working the till. Training will be given
Admin Volunteer
St Peter's House (OIC)
Postcode: KW16 3DZ
Opportunity available to assist with general administration duties within the unit such as computer work, filing and general administration tasks.
Escort
St Peter's House (OIC)
Postcode: KW16 3DX
We are looking for volunteers who can help people get out and about. Weekly bus runs are planned and volunteers are needed to help residents on and off the bus and also accompany them, chatting and showing things of interest along the way.
Orkney Folk Festival Helper
Orkney Folk Festival
Postcode: KW16 3AA
FOH mostly, but also some specialist placements
Guide/Brownie/Rainbow Leaders Mearns
East Renfrewshire Girlguiding
Postcode: G78 1LR
There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland.
There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland.
Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish.
Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more.
Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions.
For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk
Pastoral Care Vol Visitor, Spiritual Care Service
NHS Lanarkshire
Postcode: G78 1LR
Volunteers will visit and befriend patients in acute hospital wards, and maintain contact with them during their inpatient stay (or in the case of mental health services the volunteer support could continue into the community). Volunteers will respect the patients personal belief’s and provide a basic level of emotional support.
Aberdeen Digital Awareness Volunteers
Aberdeen City Council - Adult Learning Team
Postcode: AB10 1AB
As the requirement to be able to use technology increases, many individuals find themselves excluded from the opportunities available as a result of their lack of digital awareness. In order to address this inequality I am looking for digital awareness volunteers, who you would be required to attend local sessions throughout the city showing members of the public how to use and get the best from their own digital devices.
In addition to this, along with other volunteers and staff you would represent Adult Learning at various Digital Awareness events. These sessions and events would be on an ad hoc basis at times convenient to the volunteers.
Good training and support is provided to all volunteers.
A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference with people and local communities in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated.
For further details please contact Ann Campbell (Development Officer) on E Mail: anncampbell@aberdeencity.gov.uk or Tel.: 07901512938
Children's Panel Volunteers
Aberdeen City Council - Children's Panel
Postcode: AB10 1AQ
Children's Panel members are ordinary people like you who have chosen to do something extraordinary. Children's Panel members make decisions about the welfare of vulnerable children and young people and what needs to be done to support and protect children and young people.
Being a member of the Children's Panel could change your life, and make a difference to someone else's. Many people join because they want to make a valuable contribution to their community. Others enjoy the skills development that membership of the Children's Panel can bring. Many of the skills that make a good panel member are also highly valued in the workplace such as negotiation, leadership, communication and teamwork.
You don't need any formal qualifications. You just need to care.
We are now recruiting 550 new panel members to serve across Scotland. Have you got what it takes?
BEING A PANEL MEMBER IN ABERDEEN:
If you have any queries, or would just like to chat to someone about volunteering in the Children’s Hearings System, please contact the Clerk to the Area Support Team:
NAME: Mark Masson
EMAIL: mmasson@aberdeencity.gov.uk
TEL: 01224 522989
NAME: Cheryl Nevill
EMAIL: cnevill@aberdeencity.gov.uk
TEL: 01224 522113
For more details and to apply to join the panel in your local area please visit www.childrenspanelscotland.org
Befriender
NHS Grampian - Woodend
Postcode: AB15 6XS
NHS Grampian - Befriending clients in Hospital
For further details please contact:
Fiona Thomson:
tel.: 01224 556645
Email: fiona.thomson3@nhs.net
Social Media Volunteer
Rape Crisis Grampian
Postcode: AB11 6HJ
Rape Crisis Grampian (RCG) are looking for creative and enthusiastic volunteers to support our social media activity and update our website to promote our services in Grampian area. Main duties can include:
*Identifying opportunities and themes for social media content in line with RCG goals and objectives.
*Co-managing our social media channels, research and post relevant content.
*Updating our social media guidelines for staff and volunteers.
*Increasing the reach of new online content.
*Inputting into how content is best promoted across all our marketing channels.
*Updating our website blog with relevant content.
Please apply via email with you name and Social Media Volunteer Application in the Subject Line. Please include the following: information about yourself, why you are interested in working with RCG, and any relevant qualifications and experience.
Applications should be sent to: Wilma Thompson, RCG Manager at manager@rapecrisisgrampian.org.uk
Food Co-op & Foodbank Volunteers
CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East
Postcode: AB11 5RW
Support to local food co-ops and providing a fresh fruit service to schools.
Opportunities to assist in customer service at food co-op base, community outlets and through Foodbank Base.
Good support is provided to all volunteers. Induction and start up training. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated
For further information please contact:
e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org
Tel.: 01224 596156
Inchgarth Community Garden Helpers
Inchgarth Community Centre
Postcode: AB10 7DR
We are keen to create a community garden space and are looking for people interested in gardening, willing to learn or to teach. Want to be part of a social group, have fun and not afraid of having your hands dirty? This is an opportunity for you then!
Things you would do:
*Planting flowers, plants, vegetables, trees.
*Making areas with bird houses, feeding trays
*Keeping the place tidy.
*Putting nice ornaments in place.
*Sourcing benches for people to sit and relax
*Watering the plants
*Coming up with ideas to make the place look nice
*Hanging baskets around the centre
*Making our grounds look nice, tidy, colourful
People would meet on Tuesday, but feel free to come any day as the garden will require attention everyday.
This is a great opportunity to learn/teach how to garden, spend time outside, meet new people.
All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/
Newsletter Production & Poster Making Volunteers
Inchgarth Community Centre
Postcode: AB10 7DR
With so many classes at the centre, loads of new things taking place, events, shows, opportunities, we would love to have a monthly newsletter and e-bulletin to send to our users, partners and members. You could also create flyers & posters for our upcoming events and new activities/classes.
This a great opportunity to develop your creative skills (Design, Writing) & gain experience in project management.
All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/
Befriender/Carer Volunteers
James Tyrrell Centre
Postcode: AB16 6TR
The James Tyrrell Centre is a small charity that provides a social outlet for lonely or socially isolated older people in the local community. We are based at Mastrick Parish Church . We serve tea and toast on arrival around 10am, a three course lunch at midday and afternoon tea and cake around 2:30pm.
Throughout the day we play cards, dominoes, have quizzes and play different physical games such as boccia (indoor bowling) quoits and others. We also enjoy a beetle drive and we can be very competitive!!
We need people to help us with the activities and the general running of the centre.
Your duties as a volunteer would be to assist with activities and chat with our members. They have lots of stories to tell and enjoy listening as well. Other duties would include setting up and clearing of tables for meal times and washing/drying dishes.
Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers including an initial induction and training in basic first aid and moving and handling.
A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference-all volunteer help is greatly appreciated.
For further details please contact Jane Wilson at tel: 01224 692004.
Befriending Volunteers
James Tyrrell Centre
Postcode: AB16 6TR
The James Tyrrell Centre is a small charity that provides a social outlet for lonely or socially isolated older people in the local community. We are based at Mastrick Parish Church . We serve tea and toast on arrival around 10am, a three course lunch at midday and afternoon tea and cake around 2:30pm.
Throughout the day we play cards, dominoes, have quizzes and play different physical games such as boccia (indoor bowling) quoits and others. We also enjoy a beetle drive and we can be very competitive!!
We need people to help us with the activities and the general running of the centre.
Your duties as a volunteer would be to assist with activities and chat with our members. They have lots of stories to tell and enjoy listening as well. Other duties would include setting up and clearing of tables for meal times and washing/drying dishes.
Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers including an initial induction and training in basic first aid and moving and handling.
A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference-all volunteer help is greatly appreciated.
For further details please contact Jane Wilson at tel: 01224 692004.
MS Support Volunteer: Carers
MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)
Postcode: AB16 5QQ
MS support teams aim to empower people affected by MS through giving information about MS, emotional support and facilitating access to available services and support.
As an MS Support Volunteer: Carers you will assist greatly in this work through helping with tasks such as:
•be the main point of contact for carers and family members of people affected by MS
•provide a listening ear for the concerns of carers and family members, working with other members of the branch support team
•provide information about issues of importance to carers and family members
•maintain a basic knowledge of local services and carer’s benefits and refer people appropriately; keep an up-to-date list of local services
•support carers to secure services, or refer them on to others who can help
•provide information about the Society’s services at national and local level
•work closely with other members of the branch support team, to agree planned activities and report on progress.
Full training and support is provided to all volunteers. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in supporting people affected by MS, carers and family members. All volunteers are greatly appreciated.
For further information please contact:
Lynda Boyce
Volunteer Development Manager
MS Society
Tel: 07889088016 or 0131 3354050
e-mail: lboyce@mssociety.org.uk
Management Committee Members
Save By The Bell
Postcode: DD1 1DB
The business of Save by the Bell is managed by the Management Committee who set priorities in the use of staff and other resources. An opportunity exists for interested individuals to join the Management Committee and assist in the management of Save by the Bell.
Management Committee members will be expected to attend Committee meetings to discuss issues affecting Save by the Bell staff, funding and business with other Management Committee members and to participate in any decisions required.
School Savings Collection Assistant
Save By The Bell
Postcode: DD1 1DB
Save By The Bell is a project that encourages children and young people to develop a savings habit. We run weekly collections in participating primary schools across Dundee, where pupils can deposit money into their savings account. Our trained primary 6/7 pupils act as 'tellers' and are supervised by adult volunteers. We need more adult volunteers to support and monitor our pupils during these collections, helping them to develop their cash handling and numeracy skills. There are positions available in various schools and collections usually last no more than one hour. All volunteers will be required to commit to attending one collection per week and to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Support and training will be provided by Save By The Bell staff.
Charity Shop Assistants
Ardler Village Trust
Postcode: DD2 3WN
The Ardler Village Trust operates a successful Charity Shop to help raise funds for local projects. The Trust is now looking for enthusiastic volunteers to work as Shop Assistants where they can meet new friends and learn valuable skills. You will join a team of cheerful workers undertaking a variety of roles including sorting donated goods, creating window displays, marketing the shop, serving customers and cash handling. The AVT will also seek to support our volunteers through training and guidance should that be required. The shop aims to not only provide quality, low cost household and clothing items for local people it will also act as site to train volunteers and create a source of income for the Ardler Village Trust from which it can continue its community development work.
Group Organiser / Facilitator
Caledonia Housing Association (Dundee)
Postcode: DD4 9JE
Caledonia HA has 8 Sheltered Schemes across Dundee providing accommodation for older people. Each Housing Scheme is a small community. We are recruiting friendly, sociable and creative volunteers to organise group activities for older people. These are small groups of older people, usually between 4 and 12, who want fun, stimulating activities in a social setting.
The types of groups that are popular include: coffee mornings; afternoon teas; reminiscing groups; sing-alongs / live music; Tai Chi; seated exercise class; beauty therapies; listening to guest speakers, Art & Crafts and the list goes on.
Can you organise a small group? get the conversation going? have skills that would interest older people? A creative mind and a ‘can do’ attitude? Then why not give this a go. YOU’LL ENJOY IT !
Computer Group Facilitator
Caledonia Housing Association (Dundee)
Postcode: DD4 9JE
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your computer skills and develop a fun, friendly social group in a Supported Housing Scheme.
Caledonia Housing Association is supporting interesting and stimulating social activities for older residents that will link them into the wider community.
Small groups or one to one, looking for support to receive and send information; browse the web; and possibly develop other methods including skype etc. This will be very much a social group and the ability to encourage social interaction will be as important as computer skills. If you have computer skills; a friendly personality; and can spare 2 hours a week / fortnight, we would love to hear from you.
Energy Advisor
Dundee Energy Efficiency Advice Project
Postcode: DD1 3AH
Presently we are aware of limited contact with individuals and families from ethnic communities in seeking advice on energy related matters. Your role would involve working with energy advisors from the Dundee Energy Efficiency Advice Project (DEEAP) to make ethnic communities aware of the services DEEAP provides. You would benefit from being associated with a well respected and dedicated team working to increase/achieve warm, dry, affordable homes. We would encourage you to undertake the City & Guilds qualification in "Energy Awareness" of which we would meet the cost. This would allow you to pass on your knowledge and understanding of energy issues and allow resolution of such matters. Importantly, you would enable individuals and families to reduce fuel spend, enhance insulation levels, maximise household income, register families for fuel discounted tariffs and assist with grant applications.
Resource Assistant
St Ninian's Stay and Play Family Support Group
Postcode: DD4 7RW
Equipment for the play room is stored in many areas and some of it is of medium weight. We require someone who is prepared to move such equipment to the appropriate place and put it away at the end of the session. Cleaning and maintenance of equipment would suit someone interested in basic DIY.
Catering Assistants
Powis Community Centre Association
Postcode: AB24 3YX
Our busy café is open 7 days a week, Monday to Friday 10 am – 2 pm and Saturday and Sunday 11 am – 1 pm and we’re looking for volunteers to work alongside the management committee and staff members to run the café and serve the community. There are opportunities to learn new skills in food preparation, serving customers, working on the till and clearing tables etc. Volunteers will be trained in safe practice and will gain knowledge in good customer service and safe food practice. We are a very warm and welcoming team and enjoy having a good laugh whilst making the Café a successful venture.
A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity where you will make a real difference in the community. All volunteers are greatly appreciated.
For more details please contact Fiona Lindsay at E Mail: powiscommunitycentre@gmail.com / Tel.: 01224 483203 / 07469 712464.
Stockroom Assistants
Sue Ryder (Aberdeen Rosemount Store)
Postcode: AB25 1NE
Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!!
Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it.
We are looking for people to join us as a Volunteer Stockroom Assistant and help us sort, identify and keep track of stock in our shop.
At Sue Ryder we are well supported with super goods coming in every day, this means we have a lot to do to sort and clean them to get them on the shop floor.
If you've got a methodical mind and know your labels or are willing to learn, put your skills and interest to good use with us by preparing items for sale so they hit the shop floor in style.
This is a great opportunity to gain and develop your experience in the competitive retail sector, make new friends, and help Sue Ryder provide incredible care to people living through the challenges of life-limiting conditions.
Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you.
A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.
Shelter-Volunteer Leaders
Shelter - George Street Shop
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people a year struggling with bad housing or homelessness – and we campaign to prevent it in the first place. We’re here so no-one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. The Shelter Charity Shop raises vital funds towards Shelters work offering confidential advice and support to anyone affected by homelessness/housing issues.
We currently have important and exciting opportunities for volunteer leaders. The role will provide support to the shop manager and provide volunteer leadership.
The role will include aspects such as opening the shop, till procedures including refunds and voids, sorting donations, preparing items for sale, stock replenishment, displays, some computer work, gift aid process and cashing up.
No experience is needed as we provide full training and good support to all volunteers. This is ongoing until you are confident in the role and you will also receive further training on any new procedures which arise.
It is an enjoyable place to volunteer where you make a real difference. It also looks very impressive on a cv, is an excellent opportunity to gain positive and valuable experience in retail while supporting the vital work of Shelter. All help is greatly appreciated.
For more details please contact: Wendy McEwan, Shop Manager on abergeorgeshop@shelter.org.uk / tel.: 01224 639818 or pop in past the shop on 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX. Looking forward to meeting you.
Shelter Shop-Volunteer Supervisors
Shelter - George Street Shop
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people a year struggling with bad housing or homelessness – and we campaign to prevent it in the first place. We’re here so no-one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. The Shelter Charity Shop raises vital funds towards Shelters work offering confidential advice and support to anyone affected by homelessness/housing issues.
We have excellent volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Supervisors if you would like to take on some extra responsibility and perform tasks such as refunds, voids and cash handling.
In addition, we also have opportunities for people who wish to volunteer helping us with customer service-till operation, window displays etc. and for volunteers to help us in our stock room helping with tasks such as preparing the stock for sale e.g.: sorting, pricing and steaming away the creases!
No experience is needed as we provide full training and good support to all volunteers. This is ongoing until you are confident in the role and you will also receive further training on any new procedures which arise.
It is an enjoyable place to volunteer where you make a real difference. It also looks very impressive on a cv.
For more details please contact: Wendy McEwan, Shop Manager on abergeorgeshop@shelter.org.uk / tel.: 01224 639818 or pop in past the shop on 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX. Looking forward to meeting you.
Stock Room Volunteers
Shelter - George Street Shop
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people a year struggling with bad housing or homelessness – and we campaign to prevent it in the first place. We’re here so no-one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. The Shelter Charity Shop raises vital funds towards Shelters work offering confidential advice and support to anyone affected by homelessness/housing issues.
We are looking for volunteers to help us in our stock room helping with tasks such as preparing the stock for sale e.g.: sorting, pricing and steaming away the creases!
In addition, we also have opportunities for people who wish to volunteer helping us with customer service-till operation, window displays etc. There are further excellent volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Supervisors if you would like to take on some extra responsibility and perform tasks such as refunds, voids and cash handling.
No experience is needed as we provide full training and good support to all volunteers. This is ongoing until you are confident in the role and you will also receive further training on any new procedures which arise.
It is an enjoyable place to volunteer where you make a real difference. It also looks very impressive on a cv.
For more details please contact: Wendy McEwan, Shop Manager on abergeorgeshop@shelter.org.uk / tel.: 01224 639818 or pop in past the shop on 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX. Looking forward to meeting you.
Customer Service Volunteers
Shelter - George Street Shop
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people a year struggling with bad housing or homelessness – and we campaign to prevent it in the first place. We’re here so no-one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. The Shelter Charity Shop raises vital funds towards Shelters work offering confidential advice and support to anyone affected by homelessness/housing issues.
We are looking for volunteers to help us with customer service. This can range from tasks such as till operation, window displays, customer service (advising customers on item suitability etc.)
In addition, we also have opportunities for people who wish to volunteer helping us prepare the stock for sale e.g.: sorting, pricing and steaming away the creases! There are further excellent volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Supervisors if you would like to take on some extra responsibility and perform tasks such as refunds, voids and cash handling.
No experience is needed as we provide full training and good support to all volunteers. This is ongoing until you are confident in the role and you will also receive further training on any new procedures which arise.
It is an enjoyable place to volunteer where you make a real difference. It also looks very impressive on a cv.
For more details please contact: Wendy McEwan, Shop Manager on abergeorgeshop@shelter.org.uk / tel.: 01224 639818 or pop in past the shop on 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX. Looking forward to meeting you.
Volunteer Trustees
The Breadmaker (part of Aberdeen Day Project charity)
Postcode: AB25 1NT
The Breadmaker, as part of the Aberdeen Day Project (a registered charity) is an artisan bakery and coffee house. Located in Aberdeen City we produce and sell a range of quality handcrafted breads and confectionary to wholesale and retail customers alike with the purpose of providing a range of work placements, training and social activities for adults with learning disabilities (apprentices) who can otherwise experience exclusion and isolation in society.
As Volunteer Trustees/Directors you would help maintain the objectives and aims of the Breadmaker to include and empower people who attend the charity to play a full and active role in the community, reduce isolation, increase friends/social life, increase confidence and self esteem of individuals who have a learning disability. We would especially be appreciative of people to join our Board of Trustees who have a professional background, people who come from HR, IT, Marketing, Care, Counsellor background etc.
Our Board of Trustees meetings take place monthly and there is also an Annual General Meeting.
An exciting and fantastic opportunity to volunteer at an award winning social enterprise/charity, working alongside our CEO and senior management team to enhance apprentices/people we support lives.
For more information please contact Donald Anderson, CEO at email donald.anderson@thebreadmaker.org.uk or tel.: 01224 641520.
Befriender Volunteer-Inspire
Inspire
Postcode: AB24 5HP
Inspire have opportunities for people to assist as Befrienders. Befriender Volunteers allow individuals supported by Inspire to have regular contact with a volunteer who shares their interests and with whom they can carry out activities, such as going for coffee, going to the cinema or even going with them to the football. A befriender is someone who will make a regular commitment to an individual supported by Inspire, to come with them to events or do activities with them, but will also be there to listen and talk with and share experiences.
This is a great, enjoyable opportunity where you will make a vital contribution to the work of Inspire and the people we support in the North-east of Scotland and be part of a friendly and supportive team.
For more details please contact:
Volunteer Co-ordinator
tel: 01224 280005 / volunteering@inspiremail.org.uk
Health Practice Learning Environment Volunteer
RGU
Postcode: AB10 7QG
Volunteers assist with the education and training of health care students . Helping students develop confidence in aspects such as:
-volunteers playing the part of a service user or family member to help students in their communication and interview skills.
-non-invasive clinical procedures such as students taking volunteers blood pressure and temperature.
This helps in the training of Nursing & Midwifery, Physiotherapy, OT, Radiography, Dietetic, Pharmacy and Social Work students.
For further details please contact tel: 01224 262905 /Email: f.logie@rgu.ac.uk
Casualty/Emergency Simulation Volunteer
NHS Shetland
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
As a casualty simulation volunteer you will have the opportunity to help our staff and other emergency services to learn how to respond to emergency situations. You will act out certain casualty/emergency situations at our Emergency Planning Exercises to enable staff to practice how they will respond, which can help improve emergency processes and boost staff confidence and competence in responding to an emergency situation.
Support Worker
Shetland Bereavement Support Service
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
Shetland Bereavement Support Service (SBSS) are looking to recruit volunteer Support Workers. A Support Worker will provide one to one counselling to anyone struggling to cope following a bereavement. SBSS have lottery funding to deliver the COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate (120 hour course) in Shetland free of charge.
Afternoon Sales Assistant
Save The Children (Shetland Shop)
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
Save The Children are looking for people to join our lovely team in the Lerwick Save the Children Shop. The shop is led entirely by volunteers so we're always keen to expand our team and to raise as much money and awareness for the charity as possible.
The Sales Assistant opportunity involves customer service, cash handling, processing through donations, visual merchandising and there's the option to get involved in all sorts of things such as retail administration and social media marketing. No experience is required as all training will be provided, along with a friendly cuppa!
It's a brilliant opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and share your own experiences. At the end of each shift you know that you've helped to make a real difference to the lives of children all over the world - it's hugely satisfying!
We are ideally looking for people who can commit to a three hour shift, on a regular basis. However, we can be flexible and if you can give any time at all we would be very keen to meet you and welcome you along to meet our team.
Hoswick Visitors Centre Volunteer
Hoswick Visitors Centre
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
Volunteers taking up an opportunity to help in the Visitors Centre have a variety of activities to choose from:
Welcome visitors including visitors from coaches.
Do you have good local knowledge? Share it with visitors and advise on the visitors information resources.
Help in the Café.
Help provide an enjoyable experience for 12,000 visitors coming to the centre annually. Local people mingle with visitors, browsing the visitors' information or the Shetland crafts on sale and the displays of local heritage
Short-term Host - Cultural Exchange Christmas
HOST UK (Hosting for Overseas Students)
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
Give the gift of Christmas! Hundreds of adult international students studying in the UK will be facing a lonely Christmas on a deserted University campus. You can invite one or two students into your home for four days of Christmas, learn about their culture, show them your local area and traditions, and invite them to experience your own home life.
Volunteer hosts invite students to visit for a few days at Christmas so the student can experience 'real' Britain, away from university and heavy tourism, and so the host can meet new people and learn about diverse cultures from around the world.
Choose how many people you invite (individuals, pairs or families) and if you would like to meet someone from a specific country. Students and hosts will be matched up on interests and availability by a Regional Organiser (RO) who will help you sign up.
There are no specific expectations from a host visit, other than the student should be made to feel part of your family for the short time. Hosts can show their local area, visit friends, attend local events, or just spend time chatting. This is not a tourism opportunity for the student and hosts are not expected to act as 'tour-guides'.
So, if you'd like to enjoy an unusual and rewarding activity, meet new people and travel the world on your sofa, get in touch with HOST.
Hosting is also available during weekends throughout the year.
Victim Support Volunteer
Victim Support Scotland (Shetland)
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions in the aftermath of an offence. It is Victim Support Scotland's role to provide victims and witnesses of crime emotional and practical support in person, online and in court. Volunteers are supported by VSS staff who manage the service.
Our Volunteers provide emotional support, practical help, information and guidance through the criminal justice system. We aim to empower people who have been impacted by crime, to move on with their lives. Duties include:
*Discuss service users' needs by telephone, webchat, appointments and face to face contact, agreeing next steps at the end of each contact.
*Help service users feel more confident by arranging and conducting court familiarization visits.
*Support service users in the court room and other appropriate locations on the day of the trial, liaising with court officials on behalf of the service users.
*Feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff members.
*Provide administrative support in completing the service users journey.
Emergency Response Volunteers
British Red Cross (Orkney)
Postcode: KW15 1DZ
As an Emergency Response volunteer, you may be providing much needed practical and emotional support to individuals as part of a team, in support of category 1 and 2 responders and other agencies following an emergency or major incident.
In addition, you could provide "behind the scenes" support to the response.
Driving - Volunteer Driver
Lanarkshire Cancer Care Trust
Postcode: ML2 8AG
Volunteer drivers provide a personal and friendly service to cancer patients in Lanarkshire to enable them to travel in comfort to and from their hospital and day care centre.
COVID 19 - In Patient Unit Volunteer
Kilbryde Hospice
Postcode: G75 8GJ
Volunteers with experience in a clinical/healthcare/caring environment who would be willing to support our In Patient Unit throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Code: CRV
Visitor Experience Volunteer
RSPB (Dumfries & Galloway)
Postcode: DG2 8AH
In a nut shell, we are looking for volunteers who can provide a great visitor experience here on the reserve and who love nature as much as we do to join our team!!
We’d like you to help us improve our face to face engagement with visitors, making their experience as informative and enjoyable as possible. The role offers a range of tasks but we especially want individuals who can help us in the visitor centre, to meet and greet people of all ages and introduce them to the site.
Starter Pack Helper
SHAX
Postcode: DG1 4TA
SHAX is a young local charity dedicated to providing support for people affected by homelessness and/or poverty through recycling and reusing household goods. We provide emergency starter packs for people in crisis moving into new tenancies. Our starter pack volunteer role includes preparing goods for our clients, including crockery, cutlery, towels, bedding, hygiene and cleaning items etc. This role is varied e.g. wrapping up plates, to ironing bedding to collecting and packing kitchen goods to help someone turn a house into a home.
Volunteer Befriender Wigtownshire
Dumfries and Galloway Befriending Project
Postcode: DG8 6EQ
Dumfries and Galloway Befriending Project is currently expanding into Newton Stewart and the Machars. If you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, we would love to hear from you.
D&G Befriending Project recruits, trains and matches adult volunteers with vulnerable young people aged between 8 and 18 on a one-to-one basis, providing support, friendship and a positive role model. Training, support and all out-of-pocket expenses are provided.
Shop Helper (Stranraer)
Food Train (Stranraer)
Postcode: DG9 7RZ
Food Train provides a low cost home delivery service of grocery shopping to elderly people who aren't able to get out and shop for themselves. Our volunteer shoppers shop from orders that customers have written. Effective checking of the order whilst shopping makes sure that our customers get what they want. Shoppers start at 9.30am in Morrisons, Stranraer and shop until the orders are finished - it usually takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Volunteer shoppers generally shop weekly or fortnightly.
Craft Volunteer
Braeburn Court Extra Care Housing
Postcode: KW17 2RR
If you enjoy craft or have a particular interest in one craft, it will give the opportunity to share this with adults who are living independently in a supportive environment in Braeburn Court.
Volunteer Responders
Grampian Child Bereavement Network (part of the ARCHIE Foundation)
Postcode: IV30 1BU
Grampian Child Bereavement Network (GCBN) provides a range of services including a Volunteer Responder Service. This is a service where our trained volunteers receive referrals and visit families within their own homes. This can be to support a parent by offering support and guidance, to undertaking direct work with a child or young person. The coordinator matches volunteers with families usually close to the volunteer's area as possible.
Link Up Mentor
Tayside Council on Alcohol (Dundee)
Postcode: DD4 6AD
The Link-Up Project provides a mentoring service to vulnerable young people living within the boundaries of Dundee City. The target group are those young people who are involved in some way with substance misuse or offending. The service recruits, trains, supports and supervises volunteer mentors who are then matched with individual young people. Mentoring matches are closely monitored and reviewed to ensure they remain purposeful. You must be able to commit 2-4 hours per week for at least 1 year. Volunteers will be supported by the Mentoring Coordinator and full training will be provided. Having your own transport would be beneficial.
Befriender
Deaf Action (Tayside)
Postcode: DD3 8HH
Many Deaf and hard of hearing people feel lonely, isolated, cut off from friends, families and communities. They can develop health issues due to the problems they encounter because of their deafness and accompanying communication difficulties. They regularly face social exclusion, discrimination and poor understanding of their needs from service providers, employers and the community in general.
Volunteer Befrienders will support the Deaf/Hard of Hearing person in building up their confidence and coping skills outside the home and widening their ability to travel. Befrienders work with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing people to support whichever goal that person may wish to achieve and support them with everyday activities that most of us take for granted such as shopping, art galleries, social clubs, exhibitions, accessing local community activities, libraries.
Carer Ambassador
Dundee Carers Centre
Postcode: DD1 1QP
Carer Ambassadors have a valuable role in helping to promote the work of Dundee Carers Centre and raise awareness of carers' issues at a local level. They will be the visible ‘face’ of the organisation in the community centres, GP surgeries, etc. A Carer Ambassador will represent the needs of carers and reach out to hidden carers, those who have not been identified by professionals or just don’t recognise themselves as carers. This could be through creating information stands while sharing knowledge and skills with other people.
Van Helper
Food Train Dundee
Postcode: DD2 3SX
Van Helpers support our delivery service going out on one of our vans with a Driver. You will pick up shopping boxes from the supermarkets and make multiple deliveries to our customers. You and the Driver will take the groceries into the customer’s house, unpack the groceries, check the order over with the customer and receive the payments. Van Helpers carry a small money float and some cash handling will be required. Van Helpers are required either Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from around 9a.m. till 3p.m. approximately.
Mosaic Artists
Dighty Connect
Postcode: DD4 8SD
Meeting once a week in Douglas Community Centre, the mosaic group work on projects for the community spaces along the Dighty. You do not need to be particularly artistic as peer mentoring and training will be given. All equipment, safety wear and refreshments are provided. This opportunity would suit someone looking to learn a new skill, feel valued and impove the local community.
Befriender
Leonard Cheshire
Postcode: EH5 1EY
Befrienders actively enable our clients to enjoy a more independent lifestyle. By offering your companionship and practical support you will be enabling people to have more choices and control over their lives. We are looking for people who love swimming, bowling, discos and trips to the zoo and city farms. You can help open the door to a wider social network for our clients and have some fun.
T. Bar Assistant (Eye Clinic)
RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
This position is for a Tea Bar Assistant to help serve in the Tea Bar at the Eye Clinic, providing tea, coffee and refreshments for people in for appointments.
It gives you an opportunity to meet and talk to different people and help. It is very rewarding and people really appreciate your being there.
For further details please contact: Lynda Carnie at email lynda.carnie@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or tel.: 07768460189.
TROLLEY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS
RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
To assist in the provision of a trolley shop service within a hospital or health care centre environment, offering refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with patients.
>KEY TASKS MAY INCLUDE:
-Offering refreshments and reading materials
-Cash handling and reconciliation
-Stock replenishment and rotation
-Acting as a friendly point of contact for customers
>BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEER
-Enriching the lives of older people in your local community
-Working in hospital/health care centre environment
-Contributing to the work of Royal Voluntary Service to help older people get the best out of life
-Making new friends
-Developing skills and experience
All volunteer support makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
For further information please contact: Lynda Carnie at email lynda.carnie@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or tel.: 07768460189.
Community Development Volunteers
HALLA - Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association
Postcode: AB10 7HR
We have exciting opportunities at HALLA – Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association to help in the community as a Development Volunteer. This can involve aspects such as looking at the learning needs of people around the Kaimhill School area, encouraging volunteering with the charity/association, help develop new programmes and classes at the Kaimhill Learning Centre, help prepare funding proposals and applications, act as a ‘face’ of the charity/Learning Centre and help with room bookings at the Learning Centre.
A fantastic opportunity to assist in the positive development of the Kaimhill community. Good support is provided to all volunteers e.g.: board members and part time admin. worker will always be there to help. All help is greatly appreciated. Please contact us on email: sandratindall.halla@gmail.com or tel.: 01224 861129 for further details.
Unit Leader - Guides
Girl Guiding Orkney
Postcode: KW17 2JX
Work with other leaders to deliver Guide meetings in accordance with the Guide Programme. Keep confidential records on a central database and up to date unit accounts.
Re-engage Volunteers
Re-engage (Aberdeen and North of Scotland)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
Re-engage is a national charity which supports a network of volunteers to run monthly tea parties across the country for isolated people over the age of 75. Once a month on a Sunday afternoon volunteer drivers use their own cars to collect one or two local older people and accompany them to a local volunteer host's home for afternoon tea, friendship and fun. Our guests are generally over the age of 75, living alone in their own homes and socially isolated. We have a fantastic team of volunteers in Aberdeen and have exciting opportunities for new people to join us in helping as volunteers:
-Tea Party Hosts:
Do you have a few hours to spare once or twice a year? Would you like to host a tea party for a small group of isolated older people and their drivers in your own home? Many older people feel isolated, so our monthly tea parties make a big difference to their lives. Our hosts provide a warm, friendly atmosphere and an afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes for our guests and volunteer drivers.
-Volunteer Drivers:
We need drivers to take an isolated older person, using their own cars to collect guests and take them to a volunteer host's home. Once there, you will take part in the tea party for a couple of hours with the other drivers and guests before returning your guest home again. It's the same small group of drivers and guests who meet in a different host's home each month establishing a real link of companionship and fun!
Come and join us in making a big difference to the lives of isolated older people in your local community. For more details please contact Lorna Dunbar at email lorna.dunbar@contact-the-elderly.org.uk or tel.: 01738 730249.
Online Feedback Volunteer
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
We are a non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world.
We encourage people to express themselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic! We believe the arts are a great elixir and creativity is our currency. Our ethos is based on 'pay it forward' exchanging the arts for positive and encouraging feedback from our team of art enthused volunteers and encouraging our members also to create a ripple effect.
The arts is an area where we are all free to express ourselves , be liberated in a way that we can't in our usual regimented , institutionalised world. It's a place where we don't have to colour within the lines, but we can go over the edges and...well...who knows where that might lead.... We see the arts as emancipation and an area where we can all be unified by transmitting and sharing expression, unified by love, the arts and expression.
We know that expressing ourselves through Creativity makes us all feel great and empowered! Fledgling Arts Collective Central believe that there are no 'amateurs' in the Arts & Creativity- WE ARE ALL ARTISTS ; and that the feel good ethos we encourage can really help with issues like building self esteem and helping to lift depression for instance.
We are currently recruiting new online support volunteers to support our vital work. Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us.
A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com
Fledgling Arts Collective Central-Online Outreach Volunteers
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
We are non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world ,We encourage you to express yourselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic.
We are looking for Online Outreach Volunteers who will respond to our members in either a live chat (booked in advance) or via email messaging style.
A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com
Fledgling Online Feedback Volunteer
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
We are a non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world.
We encourage people to express themselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic! We believe the arts are a great elixir and creativity is our currency. Our ethos is based on 'pay it forward' exchanging the arts for positive and encouraging feedback from our team of art enthused volunteers and encouraging our members also to create a ripple effect.
The arts is an area where we are all free to express ourselves , be liberated in a way that we can't in our usual regimented , institutionalised world. It's a place where we don't have to colour within the lines, but we can go over the edges and...well...who knows where that might lead.... We see the arts as emancipation and an area where we can all be unified by transmitting and sharing expression, unified by love, the arts and expression.
We know that expressing ourselves through Creativity makes us all feel great and empowered! Fledgling Arts Collective Central believe that there are no 'amateurs' in the Arts & Creativity- WE ARE ALL ARTISTS ; and that the feel good ethos we encourage can really help with issues like building self esteem and helping to lift depression for instance.
We are currently recruiting new online support volunteers to support our vital work. Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us.
A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com
Caf4e & Company Lunch Club Volunteers
Caf4e & Company Lunch Club
Postcode: AB23 8EU
COME JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM!!
Looking for something rewarding to be involved in? Come volunteer at the Caf4e & Company Lunch Club. The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is for older people who are wanting to meet others in the local community. It runs on Fridays, once a fortnight (12.30pm – 2.30pm) and we are looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team of volunteers!!
Volunteers can choose to be involved in providing transport, practical tasks (washing up, etc), or hosting tables / socialising.
To find out more, please contact the Lunch Club Coordinator Rachel Wallace at Rachel.caf4e@outlook.com
Lunch Club Volunteers
Caf4e & Company Lunch Club
Postcode: AB23 8EU
The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is working with Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership to address the problem of social isolation among older people in Bridge of Don. The Lunch Club runs once a fortnight on Fridays and provides a nutritious hot meal along with activities and entertainment and the opportunity for members and volunteers to socialise and develop friendships. Volunteers benefit as they find themselves involved in a community where they are able to help others but also receive support, encouragement and friendship. We provide a warm and welcoming environment and volunteers are able to choose which tasks suit them best – driving, social interaction & hosting tables, practical tasks, befriending.
A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated.
To find out more, please contact the Lunch Club Coordinator Rachel Wallace at Rachel.caf4e@outlook.com
RAF Association Volunteers
Royal Air Forces Association (Aberdeen)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
The Royal Air Forces Association is the charity that supports the RAF family, looking after the welfare of serving and former-serving personnel and their dependants, helping them in times of need. We exist to ensure that the sacrifices made by those who serve their country in the Royal Air Force does not result in suffering, poverty or loneliness.
How do we support them?
We provide a wide range of needs-based welfare support. This includes everything from providing home visits and much needed short breaks, to offering advice and, in some cases, financial assistance in times of difficulty.
Could you give a little time to help others? Join our Volunteer programme today!
Volunteering for the Association is both exciting and rewarding. We offer a variety of exciting roles, each with different tasks and commitment required.
In the Aberdeen area we are currently recruiting volunteer caseworkers.
What do I get out of volunteering?
There are so many benefits to joining our fantastic team of volunteers, including:
• Giving you the opportunity to learn new skills, increase knowledge and gain experience in other sectors
• Boosting your self-esteem and confidence
• Contributing to a worthy cause by engaging in meaningful activities and by giving back to those who gave so much
• Enhancing personal effectiveness
• Looking great on your CV!
So please get in touch to find out more about how you can help today! You can register on our website at www.rafa.org.uk/volunteer and we will confirm your registration via email. If you have any queries or questions, please do contact us at volunteers@rafa.org.uk Alternatively, you can call us for a chat about the roles on 0800 018 2361.
Feedback Helper
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Dundee)
Postcode: DD2 1XF
Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us.
Reading Friend
Re-engage (Moray)
Postcode: IV30 1UD
Reading Friends is a pilot project now beiong launched in Moray in partnership with Re-engage and The Reading Agency. Delivered by volunteers and co-produced with participants, Reading Friends meet regularly to chat and share stories in groups or one-to-one sessions. Reading Friends aims to empower, engage and connect people who are vulnerable, isolated and at risk of loneliness. Reading Friends groups will meet in local libraries, care homes, or sheltered housing and will have monthly get togethers. The group will decide on a topic to talk about -- inspiration could be drawn from a movie, book, poem or a news article. Get the chat going and volunteer with Reading Friends!
Tea Party Host
Re-engage (Moray)
Postcode: IV30 1UD
One Sunday afternoon a month, throughout the UK, and now in Moray, Contact the Elderly groups meet for tea and companionship. These groups are a lifeline of friendship for isolated older people. You can host a tea party -- providing a warm welcome, a friednly atmosphere and a simple afternoon tea with sandwiches and a few cakes for the oler guests and the volunteers once or twice a year. Hosts need a downstairs toilet, few or no steps and seating for 5 or more older people (many hosts use a mix of hard and soft chairs). Over time, this group of volunteers and older guests get to know each other well and together they spend many Sunday afternoons full of fun and laughter, sharing stories over cake and cups of tea. Hosts in Forres and Elgin would be particulartly helpful just now.
MoonWalk Scotland Volunteers
Walk the Walk (Aberdeen & Grampian)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
*An exciting one-off volunteering opportunity! Volunteer at MoonWalk Scotland 2020!*
Walk the Walk is the UK’s largest grant-making breast cancer charity that is dedicated to not only raising money and awareness for vital breast cancer causes, but to also encourage women and men to become more aware of their own potential for fitness and wellbeing.
We organise the famous MoonWalk overnight power walking challenges and are immensely proud to have raised over £133m, which has been granted to research into breast cancer and to improve the lives of people living with cancer now.
Are you a dedicated and organised person, passionate about helping others? Join our night-time party and 1,000 other volunteers at The MoonWalk Scotland on Saturday 6th June 2020 from Holyrood Park, Edinburgh! Get down and boogie with thousands of woman and men, walking an overnight marathon in decorated bras, raising lots of money for breast cancer!
Volunteer Roles include:
•Baggage
•Clean & Recycle
•Cyclist, Directional
•Driver
•Entrance Gate/Start Line
•Finish Line
•Kitchen
•Massage
•Merchandise
•Route Marshal
•Water Stations
•Volunteer Tent Support
All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated.
For more information please contact Alexandra Furtuna at Email: Volunteers@walkthewalk.org or visit Website: https://walkthewalk.org/volunteer/moonwalk-scotland-volunteer / Facebook: @walkthewalkworldwide / Twitter: @WalktheWalk
Athletics Officials
Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club
Postcode: AB24 5RU
Help support Aberdeen's local athletics community by volunteering as an official for indoor and outdoor track and field competitions. There are opportunities to specialise as a track or field judge, timekeeper or photo finish judge, starter or starters assistant or endurance official. We also have volunteer administration opportunities, managing registrations and results.
Aberdeen AAC can help volunteers earn Athletics Officials qualifications if they wish as well.
A fantastic and exciting opportunity to be involved in athletics and its successful future development in Aberdeen-all help is greatly appreciated. Please contact us for further details at: Brian Pahlmann (Club Manager) E Mail: clubmanager@aberdeenaac.co.uk / tel.: 07521 082781.
Main contact volunteer - for those trying to become parents
Fertility Network Scotland (West Lothian)
Postcode: EH48 4PP
Provide advice, information and peer support to local volunteers who wish to join the volunteer network
Help to recruit more volunteers in the local area
Main point of contact for support and local issues and pass to Volunteer Co-ordinator or Head Office as necessary
Promote Fertility Network Scotland services and campaigns to people in local community by distributing leaflets etc
Attend events to promote and/or fundraise for Fertility Network Scotland
Help organise and support our events in the local area
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
Student Ambassador Volunteer
Fertility Network Scotland (West Lothian)
Postcode: EH48 4PP
Represent and raise awareness of Fertility Network Scotland charity in places of education and in local area to highlight the services and support we provide.
Promote the charity by displaying posters and leaflets
Highlight our campaigns and projects to fellow students and lecturers etc including through social media
Assist Fertility Network Scotland staff at events such as Freshers Week
This benefits of this opportunity include:
Meeting and working with new people, learning new skills which would benefit future applications to further education or employment while having fun, gain experience of event participation, fundraising and charity sector in general, knowledge that your support will help people in Scotland experiencing fertility problems.
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
Volunteer Shop Assistant
Cats Protection Charity Shop
Postcode: DG9 7RL
Volunteers can expect to be involved in:
Serving customers, Arranging and replenishing stock, helping make changes to the shop layour, pricing and stock rotation. Sharing your passion for cat welfare and promoting the work of Cats Protection.
This opportunity requires the volunteer to be on their feet the whole time.
Event Bookings Coordinator
Granton:hub
Postcode: EH5 1HS
Manage Room Hire bookings and delivery: operate and monitor the room booking system from confirming bookings and requirements through to completion of the event. This will mean being available (along with other volunteers) to set up the room, ensure stocks of refreshments -and any catering if asked for - are available and clear up afterwards
Events programme: liaise with granton:hub’s sub groups, Development Co-ordinator and those using the rooms to co-ordinate a programme of activities.
Fundraiser
Granton:hub
Postcode: EH5 1HS
Do you have fundraising/income generation experience? Help us maximise the potential of the available space in this historic building to offer a vibrant mix of art/history/environmental activities, community cafe and garden, We need an active Fundraiser who can help us take the next step in our development.
Fundraising Team Member
Royal Air Forces Association
Postcode: EH8 8BS
Carry out collections/events and engage with the public. Promote the RAF Association. Help to count collection money. A fundraiser is part of a team raising funds for the RAF Association, in their town, city or area. Funds are raised through supporting street and premises collections and other activities organised by the Fundraising Team Leader volunteer in your area or by the RAF Association.
Volunteer for the Eating Disorder Collective Advocacy Project
CAPS Independent Advocacy
Postcode: EH21 7PQ
CAPS require a young person aged 16-26 years to work with the CAPS Collective Advocacy team to raise awareness of eating disorders.
This role requires someone who is able to relate to other young people and is willing to share personal lived experience of an eating disorder of any kind, in order to educate and raise awareness around eating disorders amongst other young people. The role requires the willingness to talk about and share experiences of eating disorders with other young people in group situations in various community settings including schools; universities; public events etc. As part of the collective advocacy team you would be supporting the collective advocacy development worker to show a collective advocacy film and facilitate a group discussion.
Voluntary Work with Fostering 2020
Fostering Compassion, SCIO
Postcode: EH35 5JB
We are looking for enthusiastic and commited volunteers for our new “Compassion in the Community” project. The roles of the volunteer team would be to ensure our services are delivered throughout East Lothian. The volunteer team will be responsible for gaining extra support from local individuals, businesses, supporters, media outlets and fundraisers.
We are hoping that our “Compassion in the Community” project will build a sense of community spirit and involvement to help the most vulnerable children in the East Lothian Area.
St Magnus Centre Volunteers
St Magnus Centre
Postcode: KW15 1BX
St Magnus Centre are looking for new volunteers. Their role is to welcome visitors to the centre, explain about the 15 minute film which highlights the life of St Magnus and the history of the cathedral. Assist all other users of the centre, take cash for souvenir items and generally help visitors with information and keeping the centre tidy.
If you are enthusiastic and approachable and enjoy meeting members of the public from all over the world then this is the role for you.
All volunteers receive an induction and ongoing support. Volunteering shifts are done in pairs and the volunteering shifts are 10am to 1pm and 1pm to 4pm Monday to Saturday.
If this is an opportunity you would like to know more about please call Denise Brown on 741 336 or at witchend40@hotmail.com for an informal chat.
Youth Club Volunteer
Philiphaugh Junior Youth Club
Postcode: TD9 0AA
A fun youth club with lots of activities and crafts. Be part of a sociable team of volunteers.This is a very rewarding opportunity to be part of making a small difference to the young people that attend the youth club.
Role includes being a good listener, working in a team supporting children and young people
Retail Assistant
DebRA
Postcode: EH21 6AS
We rely on shop volunteers to keep our DebRA charity shops running smoothly. From sorting donations, pricing items, merchandising and serving customers – there’s a role for everyone! Any help at all is helpful. We are particularly keen to hear from volunteers who can spare some time on Thursdays and Fridays.
DebRA is a charity that is working towards a life free of pain for people who live with EB, a painful and currently incurable genetic skin disorder where the skin does not stick to the body properly.
https://www.debra.org.uk/volunteer-your-time/volunteer-registration
Charity Shop Assistant
Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!!
Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it.
Our shops sell clothes, shoes and accessories, plus an amazing range of interesting bric-a-brac, and vintage items-so whatever you're interested in, we've got it!
Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you.
A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.
Stockroom Assistants
Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!!
Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it.
We are looking for people to join us as a Volunteer Stockroom Assistant and help us sort, identify and keep track of stock in our shop.
At Sue Ryder we are well supported with super goods coming in every day, this means we have a lot to do to sort and clean them to get them on the shop floor.
If you've got a methodical mind and know your labels or are willing to learn, put your skills and interest to good use with us by preparing items for sale so they hit the shop floor in style.
This is a great opportunity to gain and develop your experience in the competitive retail sector, make new friends, and help Sue Ryder provide incredible care to people living through the challenges of life-limiting conditions.
Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you.
A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.
Sue Ryder-Stockroom Assistants
Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)
Postcode: AB25 1HX
Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!!
Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it.
We are looking for people to join us as a Volunteer Stockroom Assistant and help us sort, identify and keep track of stock in our shop.
At Sue Ryder we are well supported with super goods coming in every day, this means we have a lot to do to sort and clean them to get them on the shop floor.
If you've got a methodical mind and know your labels or are willing to learn, put your skills and interest to good use with us by preparing items for sale so they hit the shop floor in style.
This is a great opportunity to gain and develop your experience in the competitive retail sector, make new friends, and help Sue Ryder provide incredible care to people living through the challenges of life-limiting conditions.
Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you.
A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.
Campaigner
Miricyl Mental Illness Research in Children and Young Lives
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
We have been investigating government (under) funding of mental health in a particular area in the UK and Scotland and would like to start a campaign to get the UK and Scottish governments to fund this adequately. Ideally using the Theory of Change or a similar tool we would like you to help plan and then implement a campaign to effect change. This could include a full range of options available: PR and the media; Public Affairs and lobbying; petitions; social media etc.
Student Ambassador Volunteer
Fertility Network Scotland (Midlothian)
Postcode: EH22 3NX
Represent and raise awareness of Fertility Network Scotland charity in places of education and in local area to highlight the services and support we provide.
Promote the charity by displaying posters and leaflets
Highlight our campaigns and projects to fellow students and lecturers etc including through social media
Assist Fertility Network Scotland staff at events such as Freshers Week
This benefits of this opportunity include:
Meeting and working with new people, learning new skills which would benefit future applications to further education or employment while having fun, gain experience of event participation, fundraising and charity sector in general, knowledge that your support will help people in Scotland experiencing fertility problems.
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland
DIY Handy Person
Cowdenhill Community Hall
Postcode: EH51 9PH
We need volunteers to help with the general upkeep of the hall, light maintenance jobs and someone who could do odd DIY jobs. Also looking for someone who could open/close the hall for bookings.
Furniture Sales Assistant
Debra Charity (East Renfrewshire)
Postcode: G78 1LR
Help select the best furniture from stores to help improve sales. Also to interact with customers to help sell furniture on a daily basis and source possible stock form potential new donators.
Volunteer Mentor
Quarriers Intandem Project (Clacks)
Postcode: FK1 1YD
Quarriers intandem Mentoring Service for young people aged between 8 -14 is a new and exciting initiative funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by Inspiring Scotland. intandem will provide mentors for young people aged between 8-14 years who are looked after by their local authority but living at home across the Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire areas. We are looking for mentors to help bring positive changes to young people’s lives.
We know how crucial it is for all young people to have at least one long term relationship with a positive adult role-model. The disruption children face leading up to, on coming into or leaving the care system can make this difficult to achieve within a family setting.
intandem has been set up to help young people face these challenges. The service will match mentees with trained volunteer mentors to build a positive, trusting, supportive and secure relationship.
Are you friendly, outgoing, reliable and enjoy working with children and young people? Do you have 3-4 hours each week to spare? Would you like to be part of this exciting new initiative that will make a lasting positive change in young people’s lives? Then this exciting new Volunteer Mentor opportunity is for you! Volunteer Mentors main tasks will be to build a positive, trusting, supportive and secure relationship with children & young people aged 8 – 14 who are looked after at home.
Purpose of the role
The Volunteer Mentor will work with young people who are looked after at home, building a trusting relationship, improving their chances in life and promoting the wellbeing of every child.
The Volunteer Mentor will work with young people who are looked after at home, building a trusting relationship, improving their chances in life and promoting the wellbeing of every child.
Main tasks:
• working in a person centred way with young people
• providing opportunities for young people to participate in meaningful activities
• promote the wellbeing of every child through creative and fun approaches
• communicating and linking with the intandem mentor coordinator on a regular basis.
• working as part of a team as well as on your own.
• Weekly (where possible). Opportunities are across Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire areas
• Commitment required
We request that mentors commit to a minimum period of one year. This will enable them to get the best out of the role. Ideally, mentors would be available for meet for a few hours every week.
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• Volunteer Mentors will be provided with training on Mentoring, Child Protection, Core Values, Equality & Diversity, Data protection, Health & Safety, plus any other relevant training that is required for specific areas. You will also have the opportunity to access other training as part of personal development.
• You can gain new skills and experience through helping a child or young person turn their life around.
To carry out this role you will need:
• knowledge and experience of working with children and young people
• ability to engage & build a positive relationship with children & young people
• reliable, Trusting and Supportive
• have fun and enjoy
Volunteers will receive appropriate training and support to carry out their role with regular supervision. Training will be on-going and tailored according to the needs of the mentor/mentee relationship.
Gig Buddies Volunteer
Gig Buddies – Thera (Scotland)
Postcode: EH2 2JG
Being a Gig Buddy with Thera (Scotland) means that you will be working one to one with a person who has a learning disability. You will be paired with this person based on any interests you share. Being a Gig Buddy involves attending events with your buddy, and meeting up with them as often as your gig requires. You will also help them to choose events and help with practical/transport arrangements.
Shop Assistant
Sue Ryder Shop - Seafield Road
Postcode: EH6 7LH
General Volunteers are essential for supporting the smooth running of our shop. From serving at the till, to putting out stock , helping our customers with queries and what they are looking for and collecting as much gift aid from purchases as possible.
Group Facilitator Perth
The Linda Tremble Foundation
Postcode: PH1 5QH
We are an established charity with support groups in Fife, Forth Valley, Glasgow and Perth. In Perth we are starting a group to support people aged 18 years and over, their families and carers who are struggling with an eating disorder. The group is confidential, supportive, informal, friendly and caring. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of all psychiatric illnesses. This is therefore a valuable opportunity to make a significant difference to peoples’ lives. By helping people suffering from an eating disorder and their families to discuss their feelings and concerns, to provide information and support and to look towards a more positive future. This role would suit a caring and empathetic person who can help those attending to feel less isolated, more understood, cared for, listened to and supported. No prior experience of eating disorders or being a facilitator is necessary as a comprehensive training package is provided. You will be supported in this volunteering role by experienced people who are knowledgeable about eating disorders.
Meal Maker (Volunteer Cook)
Meal Makers (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD6 0AA
Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects people with a love for cooking who are happy to share an extra portion of home cooked food with an older neighbour (or “diner”) who might be unable or lack the motivation to prepare a meal for themselves. Meals can be shared once a week, once a fortnight or every now and then, at times to suit. It is designed to be a flexible volunteering opportunity based on an everyday activity.
We do our best to match our volunteers with a like-minded neighbour (similar hobbies, interests and dietary requirements) so that both the cook and diner get the most from their Meal Makers experience; we do find that the volunteers benefit from participating just as much as the older person who receives the meal.
Once paired with a diner, cooks then arrange meals directly with them at a time that is convenient for both. The Meal Makers team will be in constant communication with the cooks and diners to ensure that both parties are enjoying the experience. We have regular check-in calls and are always on hand to provide support when necessary.
Meal Maker (Volunteer Cook)
Meal Makers (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 9EF
Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects people with a love for cooking who are happy to share an extra portion of home cooked food with an older neighbour (or “diner”) who might be unable or lack the motivation to prepare a meal for themselves. Meals can be shared once a week, once a fortnight or every now and then, at times to suit. It is designed to be a flexible volunteering opportunity based on an everyday activity.
We do our best to match our volunteers with a like-minded neighbour (similar hobbies, interests and dietary requirements) so that both the cook and diner get the most from their Meal Makers experience; we do find that the volunteers benefit from participating just as much as the older person who receives the meal.
Once paired with a diner, cooks then arrange meals directly with them at a time that is convenient for both. The Meal Makers team will be in constant communication with the cooks and diners to ensure that both parties are enjoying the experience. We have regular check-in calls and are always on hand to provide support when necessary.
Meal Maker (Volunteer Cook)
Meal Makers (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD5 7HF
Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects people with a love for cooking who are happy to share an extra portion of home cooked food with an older neighbour (or “diner”) who might be unable or lack the motivation to prepare a meal for themselves. Meals can be shared once a week, once a fortnight or every now and then, at times to suit. It is designed to be a flexible volunteering opportunity based on an everyday activity.
We do our best to match our volunteers with a like-minded neighbour (similar hobbies, interests and dietary requirements) so that both the cook and diner get the most from their Meal Makers experience; we do find that the volunteers benefit from participating just as much as the older person who receives the meal.
Once paired with a diner, cooks then arrange meals directly with them at a time that is convenient for both. The Meal Makers team will be in constant communication with the cooks and diners to ensure that both parties are enjoying the experience. We have regular check-in calls and are always on hand to provide support when necessary.
Gorgie Community Bingo Caller
Vintage Vibes
Postcode: EH14 1SR
We’re looking for volunteers from in/around the Gorgie area who are available for one afternoon fortnightly. The role would involve meeting up with a group of sheltered housing residents in their communal lounge to organize a bingo session. All equipment and training is provided. You will ensure that everyone feels included and enjoys the bingo session. You will encourage the group to participate and to have fun. You will be sensitive to the needs – emotional and physical – of the individuals within the group.
Corporate Schmoozer
Vintage Vibes
Postcode: EH4 1JB
This role is all about making friends with businesses in Edinburgh in order to try to encourage Vintage Vibes to be their charity of the year, or one of the charities they support. It's about researching potential companies to approach (we want to target fun, light-hearted ones that match our ethos), developing relationships and finding fun, wacky ways for them to support us long term. You will be supported by the Marketing and Fundraising Managers and be given opportunities for training.
Gorgie Community Adventurer Volunteer
Vintage Vibes
Postcode: EH14 1SR
We’re looking for volunteers from in/around the Gorgie area who are available for one morning or afternoon each week. You will be matched with a specific VIP based on having a shared interest and will develop a friendship with them. As their confidence grows, you will work with them to adventure out into the community to take part in local, from joining a local gardening project to attending a film group.
Caseworker
Royal Air Force Association
Postcode: ML2 7AB
A Caseworker is someone who carries out welfare work for the Royal Air Forces Association. Welfare work is about listening to an individual and assessing their needs to find out how the Association can provide help and support to them.
Caseworker volunteers are put in touch with members of the RAF family (beneficiaries) who need our support and are then responsible for arranging visits with those individual beneficiaries and assessing where support is needed, through asking pertinent questions and listening to beneficiaries’ responses. Caseworkers then submit verbal and written reports to their AWO who will work together with the volunteer to ensure a successful outcome for the beneficiary.
. Support can include anything from helping put a beneficiary with a disability in touch with social services, so they can apply for funding for a wet room, to something as simple as filling in a form to get a new fridge, for a beneficiary who cannot afford to replace their broken one. It could also be informing beneficiaries of the holiday breaks the Association offers, in one of its three Wings Break hotels. Caseworkers may also need to gather complex information on beneficiaries to help with applications for care home fees or similar and this can involve providing clear and precise information on finances and correspondences. Caseworkers work with ‘beneficiaries’, who are members of the RAF family.
What is the desired outcome of this volunteer role?
The RAF Association is a member-led, welfare charity that exists to ensure that all members of the RAF family are supported, when they require it. The Caseworker’s role is at the heart of this charity objective and volunteers undertaking this role will be helping us to deliver this support to the RAF family.
Who do Caseworkers report to?
Caseworker volunteers will report to their local Area Welfare Officer (AWO). There are nine AWOs in the UK and volunteers will report to the one closest to them.
How does it work?
For more information on the process involved in being a Caseworker, please refer to our ‘Additional information for Caseworker volunteers’ information sheet.
In summary, Caseworker volunteers are put in touch with members of the RAF family (beneficiaries) who need our support and are then responsible for arranging visits with those individual beneficiaries and assessing where support is needed, through asking pertinent questions and listening to beneficiaries’ responses. Caseworkers then submit verbal and written reports to their AWO who will work together with the volunteer to ensure a successful outcome for the beneficiary.
In summary, a Caseworker will:
• Visit potential beneficiaries, listen to their concerns and assess their needs
• Identify areas of support and make referrals to partner agencies as required
• Record visits and maintain good records of activities, recommendations and actions
• Record requests for financial assistance via the Content Management System (CMS)
• Undertake follow up visits as required
• Provide regular updates to the AWO
• Complete monthly returns cataloguing their activity
How will I be given feedback?
You will be given individual feedback on your completed forms and reports, to help you learn and develop your skills, as well as ensuring that our beneficiaries are provided with the professional and knowledgeable service they deserve. The AWO responsible for you will also discuss with you how you are managing your case load and assist you with any issues that may arise. All Caseworker volunteers will be informed as a group about the overall outcomes, in the area, of the welfare volunteers’ work and what the ongoing aims are, to ensure we continue to support every member of the RAF family in that region, that needs our help.
Events and Activities Team Member
Crohn’s and Colitis UK - Edinburgh Local Group
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
We have teams of volunteers based around the country making a positive impact in their local communities to raise awareness of Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Join our local team, take an active role in planning and delivering awareness raising activities. Planning and organising events across the area to raise awareness. Get involved in tasks such as writing articles and creating newsletters to publicise local activities, manage social media pages and fundraising .
Aberdeen Climate Action Volunteers
Aberdeen Climate Action
Postcode: AB11 5YU
Aberdeen Climate Action is an organisation run by volunteers passionate about raising awareness of climate change, its causes and encouraging positive action to reduce carbon emissions and create a sustainable lifestyle.
We are looking for others to join our organisation and help us with our valuable work in the North East. We organise Climate Week, North East, which is a week of events put on by a collaboration of organisations throughout the city and shire. We need help organising this and our regular climate conversation café’s, and one off events, talks etc. We need people with all sorts of different talents – the most important aspect is the fact that you are willing to muck in and ‘do’. Good support is provided to all new volunteers e.g.: volunteers will have a mentor, who will be on hand to give support, advice and assistance, as needed.
If you’re interested just come along to our meetings and you can meet us all and see for yourself. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: Alison Stuart (Director and Chair) email: alison@aberdeenclimateaction.org / Tel: 07779279583
Graphic Design Volunteer(s)
Aberdeen Climate Action
Postcode: AB11 5YU
Aberdeen Climate Action is an organisation ran by volunteers passionate about raising awareness of climate change, its causes and encouraging positive action to reduce carbon emissions and create a sustainable lifestyle. We are looking for others to join our small organisation and help us in our valuable work in the North East. We organise Climate Week, North East, which is a week of events put on by a collaboration of organisations throughout the city and shire. We need help organising this and our regular climate conversation café’s, and one off events, talks etc. There is scope for people to contribute their talents in the area they feel most confident with general volunteer roles, alongside more specialist ones. It is crucial role in our organisation but can be done by more than one person if it’s more than you want to do alone! If you’re interested just come along to our meetings and you can meet us all and see for yourself.
Tasks can include assisting with:
• Create publicity materials for ACA events
• Create educational materials for workshops, talks and stalls
• Create educational videos etc.
• Liaise with publicity/ social media team to ensure there is appropriate publicity of Events
A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: Alison Stuart (Director and Chair) email: alison@aberdeenclimateaction.org / Tel: 07779279583.
Looking Forward Group Helper
RNIB Scotland (Dundee)
Postcode: DD2 1XF
Do you enjoy meeting new people? Could you guide delegates around a venue? Our Looking Forward courses offer practical advice, and an opportunity to socialise for people affected by visually impairment. We are looking for friendly volunteers to offer a warm reception making them feel welcomed with refreshments and conversation.
Childcare Assistant
Off Grid Kids
Postcode: G78 1LR
Help assist the leaders deliver a quality and fun learning opportunity for pre & school age children. We run sessions outdoors in urban woodlands and encourage children to play and get mucky. You would be helping observe & keep children safe whilst encouraging them to learn new skills. We encourage all staff to bring new activities for the children to try & we would encourage you to be as involved as you feel able to.
Stock Room Volunteers
Barnardo's Shop - Laurel Drive
Postcode: AB22 8HB
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be part of it!
Our volunteers come from a diverse range of backgrounds and bring a wide variety of skills to the organisation. They come together to generate vital funds for Barnardo's work with children, young people and their families.
We have exciting opportunities for people to volunteer at our Laurel Drive (beside Tesco’s, Danestone) store such as a Stock Room Volunteer. Working behind the scenes is as important as being on stage! Unlike standard retail outlets, our stores offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the retail operation. As a Stock Room Volunteer, your key role will be to make sure that quality stock is made ready to go on sale in the store. Activities include:
*Looking through our donations to select and sort the quality stock for the shop floor.
*Sorting and organising stock in the stockroom so that the area is kept in order.
*Working behind the scenes to help to hang, size, steam and price stock.
*Making sure all stock is safe and in working order.
All volunteers receive great training, support and make a real difference.
For more details you can either call into the stores individually or contact Debbie Barnham, Branch Retail Manager A3, Email: deborah.barnham@barnardos.org.uk / Tel: 01343 548781.
Helpline Volunteer
Pain Concern
Postcode: EH15 3HS
Provide a listening-ear to helpline users; Participate in quality monitoring by logging calls received; Record service-user feedback; Undergo initial training in Pain Concern’s listening skills and pain management; Participate in on-going training and development; Adhere to helpline policies and procedures. Initial training must be completed before starting. Initial training (8-12 weeks) will be by distance learning using video and telephone conferencing, as well as home-based study.
Radio Broadcast Assistant
Pain Concern
Postcode: EH15 3HS
Researching and identifying key contacts and the target audience of each radio programme. Writing research notes to brief the production team. Promoting radio programmes and podcasts in our monthly e-newsletter. Monitoring programme reach and listener numbers. Capturing feedback from our Listener and Readers panel.Capturing feedback from our programme audience. Administrative tasks associated with production including arranging consent forms, organising meetings, organising travel, etc.
Customer Service Volunteer
British Heart Foundation Shop (Tollcross)
Postcode: EH3 9BG
Do you love to chat and get to know people? Can you talk about anything and everything? In our shops we talk to our customers, make them feel welcome, help them find the things they’re looking for and inform them of the BHF’s life saving heart research. So, we’re always looking for outgoing and enthusiastic customer service volunteers.
Driver
Moray Supports Refugees
Postcode: IV30 6NB
We'd like you to transport donated goods from drop off points to the Chanonry Road sorting center, and to occasionally transport boxes destined for the camps, to the depot site in Inverness. As much or as little of your time as you could spare would be extremely appreciated.
Mailings Assistant
The Leprosy Mission - Clacks
Postcode: FK8 2BG
The Leprosy Mission Scotland is a member of a global partnership bringing Healing & Justice to people affected by leprosy. Together, our Just Cause is to defeat leprosy and transform lives. Ultimately we would like to see a world free of leprosy and its effects on individuals, families and communities.
Working across the country, The Leprosy Mission Scotland seeks to educate, inspire and enable you, along with other people, their churches, schools, community groups and even our government, to join it in upholding and supporting people affected by leprosy.
As a small charity, we print our appeals for donations in-house. We rely on volunteers to help us with our mailings several times a year when we send out postal appeals to our supporters. We require volunteers to join our small mailings volunteer team to help to fill envelopes with folded letters and inserts before sealing. Mailings volunteers help to sort and keep tidy all letters and packages for courier pick up. If you have skills and experience in creating mailings, you could also get involved in creating our mailings alongside our fundraising manager.
We are looking for people who are available at least two hours a week over mailing times: March, September and December. This role is a great chance to socialize and help a small team create something with a big impact. You don't have to be a Christian to get involved with The Leprosy Mission; you just need to be respectful of Christian beliefs and ethos.
We would like volunteers to be able to commit a minimum of 6 months to us if possible.
Education Volunteers
PSP Association
Postcode: PA3 1NS
PSPA is a national charity providing support and information to people living with PSP and CBD, while funding research into treatments and ultimately a cure. We rely entirely on voluntary donations.
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) is a neurological condition caused by the premature loss of nerve cells in certain parts of the brain.
Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) is a degenerative brain disease that affects people from the age of 40 onwards.
PSPA covers the United Kingdom and works very closely with other PSP organisations across the world working together supporting research and the provision of information and support into PSP and CBD.
Volunteers are the lifeblood of PSPA - We value the skills, experience, commitment and enthusiasm that our volunteers bring – so we want more of you in Scotland to join us and help us to reach out to more people affected by PSP and CBD. By working together, we can make a real difference to people’s lives
PSP & CBD are rare and little known. Education Volunteers can help us improve this situation. One of our aims is to make education and training available to as many health and social care professionals as possible, many of whom may not have come across PSP or CBD before. Our Education Volunteer role will help health and social care professionals to understand key information about the impact of living with PSP & CBD and thereby improve their practice. We also aim to have our volunteers raise awareness in local communities by offering informative talks to interested groups.
Driver
Mearnskirk Helping Hands
Postcode: G78 1LR
Mearns Kirk Helping Hands aims to offer an excellent volunteering experience to anyone who is willing to offer their time, skills and commitment to helping us run our activities. We are currently looking for friendly, caring drivers to help people get to and from our activities.
Mearns Kirk Helping Hands runs several different activities each week, allowing those who may otherwise be at home alone the opportunity to socialise and have fun with others. We are looking for volunteers who are willing to use their own car or drive our minibus to help people to access these activities. There is no minimum time commitment, though our activities currently take place during the day on weekdays.
A full training package is provided, and you will be sent a full role profile when you enquire about the opportunity.
Services Activity Support Volunteer
Teenage Cancer Trust
Postcode: EH9 1LF
We are looking for volunteers to support staff to deliver fun activities for young people being treated on our Edinburgh units. Volunteers will also accompany groups of young people on off-site visits and deliver skills and hobbies workshops.
About Teenage Cancer Trust - We make sure young people don't face cancer alone. We do it by helping young people and their families deal with the many ways that cancer can affect your body, your mind and your life. We do it in partnership with the NHS and by bringing young people together so they can support each other. And we do it from the moment cancer is diagnosed until long after treatment is over. Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to providing specialist support for young people with cancer aged between 13 and 24. We fund 28 specialist units across the UK within NHS hospitals as well as specialist nurses and Youth Support Coordinators so that young people can be treated by teenage cancer experts, in the best place for them. The role We are looking for volunteers happy to give around 4-8 hours per month to support with the set up and facilitation of onsite activities and also accompanying groups of young people on off-site visits. Activities take place approximately once a month and may fall on weekdays, evenings and weekends, so you and the team of volunteers would be asked for your availability on a monthly basis. If you have a particular skill and would like to run a workshop for the young people our Youth Support Coordinator may be able to support this. Location Roles available at units in Glasgow and Edinburgh: The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, Glasgow Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow Western General Hospital, Edinburgh Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh What you’ll be doing • Supporting young people generally throughout the trip/activity • Facilitating conversations with young people and supervising them as required • Supporting the team with preparations for the trips/activities as required • Being a visible presence among the group and upholding the values of the charity • You’ll become part of a friendly volunteering community whilst gaining experience in supporting young people for a national charity
IT Support Volunteer
AbilityNet (Aberdeen Services)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
AbilityNet is a charity that exists to change the lives of disabled people by increasing access/use of digital technology at work, at home or in education. AbilityNet ITCanHelp has a nationwide network of wonderful IT support volunteers.
We are looking for people who are interested and skilled in computers and technology to visit disabled and older people in their own homes to help with their IT needs. Volunteers may be asked to help set up a computer system for someone, install software or hardware, troubleshoot problems or even help to change a printer cartridge or give some basic training on how to use systems.
We are looking for people with experience of Windows and Apple systems, people who know about using ipads, and android tablets as well as those who may have experience of adaptive technology, although this isn’t essential.
Volunteers are provided with induction and ongoing technical support and training. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
If you are interested in finding out more information, please take a look at our website www.abilitynet.org.uk, email us at volunteers@abilitynet.org.uk or phone us on 0800 269 545 where one of our team will be happy to have a chat with you. You can apply online using the online form at https://www.abilitynet.org.uk/itvolunteers/itcanhelp-volunteer-application-form
Peer Connector
Moray Wellbeing HUB CIC
Postcode: IV30 1UD
Be part of the Moray Well Being Hub as a Peer Connector. Volunteer Peer Connectors aim to harness life experiences in self-management and recovery to better connect, inspire and support community members as part of an integrated partnership approach in Moray.
What would I be doing?
• Peer-mentoring: Meet a person who is feeling less empowered for an informal recovery focused chat shared peer experiences to increase hope.
• Walk alongside: Accompany someone to a group, service or activity that you already use or would also like to attend.
• Local support and partnership: Link up with a local team of other Peer Connectors to resource, connect and partner widely with services and groups.
Volunter Peer Connectors are being sought in In four locality areas (Forres area, Elgin & Lossiemouth, Speyside, Buckie & Cullen)
Admin Support
Neuro Hebrides
Postcode: HS1 2DG
General advertising, promotion of meetings and sharing of information, maintaining a database and assistance with promotional material to raise awareness of the "invisible disability" due to neurological condition, mental health issues that can arise as well as the role of the carers and the support they may require
Confidentiality is of utmost importance
Information Desk & Surgery Pod Volunteer
Academy Medical Centre - Patient Participation Group (PPG)
Postcode: DD8 2HA
Volunteers play an important role in helping people use the services in the medical centre and pod (including blood pressure monitoring) as well as guide people to services and activities in their local community such as volunteering or support groups.
If interested, contact Ashley McGregor at ashleymcgregor1@nhs.net or phone 01307 462316.
Pin badge area coordinator
RSPB Scotland
Postcode: EH48 4JT
Are you a natural leader who knows how to motivate a team to succeed and has a few hours to spare each month? Will you bring your love for the natural world to life to engage your team to inspire donations and give our supporters the best customer service?
You will manage and oversee a team of volunteers who will promote our fundraising pin badges and collections, raising vital funds for our conservation work in Scotland. Of the 6,000 UK species surveyed recently, more than 1 in 10 are under threat of disappearing from our shores altogether. Do you have the commitment, drive and passion to galvanise your team and community into action? We need people like you who are not afraid of getting stuck into any challenge, setting direction and motivating your team to make the most of every available opportunity to raise funds. Your role will include:
• Actively recruiting and managing a network of up to ten local volunteer Community Fundraising Collectors
• Strategically planning venues to target for our pin badge and bucket collecting schemes
• Working closely with volunteers to secure and maintain pin badge box sites
• Organising street and bucket collections in local stores and venues
• Ensuring that volunteers bank and report funds in a timely and compliant way
• Monitoring our ROBINS computer system reports and dealing with any discrepancies
• Thanking our supporters and issuing certificates
The Community Fundraising Team is ambitious. Our amazing volunteers grow financial support for RSPB in our communities and ensure that every person they meet gets a special experience of nature, wherever they are. Lead something different. Help us give nature a home today.
No knowledge of birds required!
Appropriate training will be provided and expenses will be reimbursed where necessary.
Bowling ACORNS
Green Aspirations Scotland CIC (West Dunbartonshire)
Postcode: G81 1UJ
We have places for 15 young people on a woodland and craft based project to improve Bowling harbour. Volunteers will be trained in looking after woodland and green woodworking. There will then be the opportunity to help Green Aspirations Staff train others. The project is designed to inspire volunteers to connect with nature, gain employability skills and try green woodworking
Environmantal volunteers for Wick projects
Wick Riverside Volunteers
Postcode: KW1 5ES
Volunteer to take a pride in keeping Wick a pleasant place to live, willing to get hands dirty and make a difference. Volunteers required periodically to join events e.g. strimming, weeding painting, litterpicking around the Wick Riverside area
Youth Club Volunteers
Portgordon Community Church
Postcode: AB56 5RA
Do you want to make a positive difference in your local community?
Then consider volunteering with the Youth and Extreme Clubs at Portgordon Community Church.
Our clubs for young people make a positive difference and help young people improve their confidence and self esteem. Volunteers are encouraged to use their creative skills, helping with activities such as crafting or gaming sessions. Volunteering with the clubs is a great way to get to know your local community, so if you have an hour or so to spare, we would like to hear from you.
Volunteer befriender/activity leader
Cornerstone, Forrest Walk
Postcode: EH52 5PW
Friendly, enthusiastic, sensitive volunteer required to join our team working in a small care home which provides support for up to 4 x residents, 2 x respite users, 2 x day care users (adults). Must show a positive attitude towards disability and a strong commitment to equal opportunities, as well as being caring, reliable and a good listener. Will work in the centre or out in the community, alongside other staff, accessing social opportunities of the client’s choice. Will help clients to achieve goals, maintain/develop self esteem, and to build relationships. Will support our clients within the centre to develop/maintain skills, and to take part in activities of their choice – eg: cooking, crafts, music. There will be the opportunity to access free training, and take part in fundraising events as and when they arise. Volunteers who have a particular skill which they wish to lead a regular activity in – eg: music – would be gladly considered.
WW100 Volunteer
Poppyscotland (Fife)
Postcode: KY1 1XT
The main part of the WW100 Exhibition is a visual interpretation of 100 stories of people and events for the first world war, created by 100 young people from across Scotland. The exhibition uses traditional printmaking techniques, combined with innovative technology.
As a WW100 Volunteer you will support the delivery of the WW100 exhibition when it's in your area. This could see you any of: welcoming members of the public and groups visiting the exhibition on arrival; dealing politely and professionally with queries from those visiting; identifying any problems (both potential and actual) and informing the staff as they arise; maintaining and replenishing resources as required; assisting with evaluation of WW100 exhibition by encouraging feedback and collecting data; undertaking duties ad-hoc as requested by the exhibition team; supporting the staff team in setting up and down each day.
Volunteer Drivers
Food Train (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 0AA
Do you love to drive? Do you want to help older people stay healthy and independent at home? YES! Then this is a great volunteering opportunity for you.
Our trusted, reliable and friendly volunteers provide a vital weekly food shopping service which helps older people stay healthy and independent at home.
Volunteer Drivers normally dedicate one day a week to Food Train with a minimum time commitment of between four and five hours starting around 9.30am and finishing around 14:30pm.
On Mondays our Volunteer Drivers collect shopping lists from our customers. This involves going to customers’ homes accompanied by a Volunteer Helper, checking shopping lists are correct and clearly written and in some cases writing lists for customers.
On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Volunteer Drivers deliver shopping around the Galashiels, Hawick and Selkirk areas accompanied by a Volunteer Helper. Shopping is collected from Tesco or Asda in Galashiels already boxed and is delivered in a dedicated Food Train van to each customers’ home where it is unpacked, checked and put away if required.
We provide a van for deliveries and all equipment to support this activity.
This social and active post will help keep you fit and active whilst providing an invaluable service to the local community.
Volunteer Helpers
Food Train (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 0AA
Do you love meeting people? Do you want to help older people in the local community? YES! Then this is a great volunteering opportunity for you.
Our trusted, reliable and friendly volunteers provide a vital weekly food shopping service which helps older people stay healthy and independent at home.
Volunteer Helpers normally dedicate one day a week to Food Train with a minimum time commitment of between four and five hours starting around 9.30am and finishing around 14:30pm.
On Mondays our Helpers collect shopping lists from our customers. This involves going to customers’ homes around the Galashiels, Hawick and Selkirk areas accompanied by a Volunteer Driver, checking shopping lists are correct and clearly written and in some cases writing lists for customers.
On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Volunteer Helpers deliver shopping around the Galashiels, Hawick and Selkirk areas accompanied by a Volunteer Driver. Shopping is collected from Tesco or Asda in Galashiels already boxed and is delivered in a dedicated Food Train van to each customers’ home where it is unpacked, checked and put away if required. Customers pay for their shopping at this point, so Volunteer Helpers carry a small money float and some cash handling will be required.
This social and active post will help keep you fit and active whilst providing an invaluable service to the local community.
Volunteer Driver
Society of St Vincent de Paul (Fife)
Postcode: KY12 0TH
As part of the Fife Furniture Project, volunteers will work with an experienced volunteer who will ensure that all the deliveries and collections are carried out daily to the requirements of the organisation; to ensure that goods are delivered to the warehouse and safely stored; carry out deliveries and collections with support from the driver's mate.
Community Ambassador
Dragados UK
Postcode: AB11 8TN
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project (AHEP), one of the largest marine engineering project taking place in the North East of Scotland for many decades.
The Community Ambassador Programme associated with the AHEP offers full training and a volunteer work placement to unemployed and unoccupied people who live in our neighbouring communities, especially in Torry.
The Community Ambassadors will be part of the Community Engagement Team and will volunteer at the project Visitor Centre, supporting the delivery of the visits from schools and professional and community-based groups, as well as talks and meetings.
We will work to ensure that this training and placement gives you a high value for your time, enhancing your employability and supporting you in your job-seeking process, during and after the placement.
Excellent support and training includes:
*WorldHost Principles of Customer Service.
*Introduction to Dragados UK and the project.
*Presentation from the Dragados UK Engineering Manager on the construction programme and process.
*Health and Safety Induction by Dragados UK H&S team.
*Environmental Presentation by Dragados UK Environmental team.
*Presentation from Aberdeen Harbour Board on the aims and objectives of AHEP.
*Community Engagement and Communications Induction on processes and protocols needed during the placement.
*Visitor Centre Induction by Dragados UK Community Engagement team, with a detailed description of operations and exhibition materials.
*Talk from the Maritime Museum staff and tour of the Museum.
*A Harbour Tour on an Aberdeen Harbour Board boat.
For further details please contact Yvonne Winter, Community Engagement Manager at E Mail: contactusAHEP@dragados.com / Tel: 01224063600.
Hub Volunteer Edinburgh
Simon Community Scotland
Postcode: EH8 8AF
Simon Community Scotland is a values led organisation. We expect all of our staff and volunteers to reflect this, to care about people and demonstrate compassion, tolerance and tenacity. You can find out more about our mission and vision here, http://simonscotland.org/about-us/.
The Hub is a drop in service providing various forms of advice and support 7 days a week to those facing the causes and effects of homelessness. Every individual's journey is different and at Streetwork we see the potential of people and how we can support them to move forward. Volunteers compliment the work of our staff by helping with the day to day running of the hub and tasks may vary each day depending on the needs of the people there. Volunteers provide positive social interaction for those who use the hub and can free up our staff members to direct their skills and expertise where it is most needed.
Above all we need people who care about our client group, who are enthusiastic and able to respond flexibly to a role that can sometimes be challenging but bring great rewards and satisfaction. We value our volunteers and want to ensure they are equipped with the skills they need to fulfil their role. A full induction and training is provided for the role of Hub volunteer.
Street Team Volunteer Edinburgh
Simon Community Scotland
Postcode: EH8 8AF
Simon Community Scotland is a values led organisation. We expect all of our staff and volunteers to reflect this, to care about people and demonstrate compassion, tolerance and tenacity. You can find out more about our mission and vision here http://simonscotland.org/about-us/.
The Street Team Volunteer Role will provide positive, practical support to people who are rough sleeping in Edinburgh or at risk of rough sleeping. Working in pairs with our trained staff team, you will engage with rough sleepers and vulnerable people providing support and encouragement to seek and achieve positive solutions. Our Street Team offer practical help such as distribution of sleeping bags, safer injecting provisions and Period friendly Pax. Our aim is to ensure our support is well coordinated and minimises the number of nights an individual has to rough sleep.
This role requires a degree of physical fitness as street staff actively outreach on foot across the city centre and surrounding areas. This role also requires a level of visibility and promotion of Streetwork and interaction with members of the public.
Above all we need people who care about our client group, who are enthusiastic and able to respond flexibly to a role that can sometimes be challenging but brings great rewards and satisfaction.
We value our volunteers and want to ensure they are equipped with the skills they need to fulfil their role. A full and comprehensive induction and training is provided for the role.
Garden Welcome Volunteer
Forfar Open Gardens Scheme
Postcode: DD8 3JD
Looking for a volunteer to assist the Lead Gardener and to welcome people to enjoy the Forfar Open Garden.The volunteer would be involved in some administration tasks as well as leaflet drops and to help organise the office and meeting area.
Smugglers Inn Hostel Volunteer
Tomintoul & Glenlivet Development Trust
Postcode: AB37 9EX
The Smugglers Inn is an independent hostel run by the local Tomintoul and Glenlivet community development trust and all surplus profits are reinvested back into the community, so volunteering here really does make a difference to our rural economy! The hostel is a busy place, receiving guest from around the world. It comprises 24 beds and is located in the Cairngorms National Park. We are looking for sociable, hardworking and flexible volunteers to help out between our opening season from April and October. The work will involve helping to clean and tidy the hostel, occasional food preparation and greeting and checking in our guests.
Driver
HcL Handicabs
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
To drive HcL vehicles as required, to provide any necessary assistance for passengers before during or after travel consistent with their transport needs. To utilise equipment provided correctly to ensure passengers travel safely and comfortably. Taking responsibility for the daily upkeep of their vehicle including basic maintenance and cleaning, defect reporting is required. Completion of necessary paperwork including fares collection from passengers and delivery of fares and driver sheets.
Recreation/Music Volunteer
Marengo Lunch Club
Postcode: KW17 2TD
Volunteer wanted to help with activities, games and socialising with the lunch club users. Someone with musical ability would be really appreciated to play music for and with the residents.
Cafe Assistant (Kitchen)
Ferryhill Parish Church
Postcode: AB11 6UD
Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great coffee shop in the heart of Ferryhill, which creates a welcoming environment for those who attend for a morning cuppa and also for those who volunteer their services.
We are requiring helpers, who can assist in the kitchen, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the kitchen. e.g. preparation of food etc
All volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Support, mentoring and learning opportunities will be available as and when required. A brilliant opportunity to help and make a difference in the community. For more details please contact:
Rita King (Convenor of the Friendship Team)
E-Mail: ritaking39@gmail.com
Tel.: 01224 572391 or 01224 213093
Treasurer
Forth Valley Disability Sport - Falkirk
Postcode: FK9 4LA
An exciting opportunity has risen for a passionate and enthusiastic individual who is interested in helping achieve the vision and aims of FVDS by specifically supporting the organisation as committee treasurer.
The Treasurer will support the FVDS Co-ordinator to help shape the financial future of FVDS by ensuring accurate records are kept of the charity’s finances. The post holder should be well organised and confident in handling financial information and producing reports to the FVDS committee. In return, FVDS offers the opportunity to meet new people, gain new skills, volunteer within a sports context, learn about the inspiring world of disability sport.
General Volunteer - Fertility Network Scotland
Fertility Network Scotland (Shetland)
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
General volunteers will promote the Fertility Network Scotland charity in the local area and the services we provide.
Distribute Fertility Network Scotland leaflets/posters in the area including GP clinics, libraries, hospitals, community centres etc.
Participate at fundraising events.
Adhere to Fertility Network Scotland policies and procedures.
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
Student Ambassador
Fertility Network Scotland (Fife)
Postcode: KY1 1XT
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
The role of the ambassador is to represent and raise awareness of the Fertility Network Scotland charity within places of education and in the local area and highlight the services and support we provide. The role will include:-
Promoting the charity by displaying posters and leaflets.
Highlight our campaigns and projects to fellow students and lecturers, etc, including through social media.
Assist Fertility Network Scotland staff at events such as Freshers Week.
The benefits of this opportunity include:-
Meeting and working with new people.
Learning new skills which would benefit future applications to further education or employment while having fun.
Gain experience of event participation, fundraising and charity sector in general.
Knowledge that your support will help people in Scotland experiencing fertility problems.
Main Contact Volunteer
Fertility Network Scotland (Fife)
Postcode: KY1 1XT
Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
Main Contact volunteers will help to support people who are facing fertility issues in their local area by developing friendships, recruit new volunteers, reduce isolation by organising social activities and helping those who require much-needed support by providing advice and peer support. As a Main Contact volunteer you will:-
Provide advice, information and peer support to local volunteers who wish to join the volunteer network.
Help to recruit more volunteers in the local area.
Main point of contact for support and local issues and pass to Volunteer coordinator or Head Office as necessary.
Promote Fertility Network Scotland services and campaigns to people in the local community by distributing leaflets, etc.
Attend events to promote and/or fundraise for Fertility Network Scotland.
Help organise and support our events in the local area.
Opportunities Project Adviser
Community Libraries (Leisure and Culture Dundee)
Postcode: DD1 1DB
As part of the Library and Information service of Leisure and Culture Dundee, your role will be to work within an informal library environment to support customers to develop their basic I.T. skills. This role will have a focus on developing individuals skills to enable the customer to engage with Internet based welfare rights and employabililty systems. Main tasks include providing training to individuals covering a variety of basic I.T. skills such as sending emails and using search engines, helping customers to use databases and Internet based welfare rights and employability systems, and signposting customers to specialist agencies and services.
Swimming Club Assistant
Menzieshill Whitehall Amateur Swimming Club
Postcode: DD3 6SH
The club is looking for volunteers with swimming experience to be swimming club assistants and progress to train as teachers to enable them to help in the coaching of swimmers in the age group 5-18. Initially you would work alongside qualified personnel on the poolside for a period of a few months. Attendance at a locally held teachers' training course would then be organised. This involves both poolside instruction and lecture room activity. After gaining qualifications, you would be given more responsibility and become involved with scheduling, specialised training, team selection, etc.
Sewing Classroom Assistant
Dundee International Women's Centre
Postcode: DD3 7PY
The role of the sewing classroom assistant will be to work with other volunteers and project staff to plan and deliver sewing lessons, tutor basic sewing skills such as working a sewing machine, following patterns, measuring and cutting fabric and hemming, provide support to individual learners in a classroom setting, set up and clear up sewing stations within the sewing class, maintain check in and out system for sewing tools and follow DIWC policy and procedures.
One to One ESOL Tutor
Dundee International Women's Centre
Postcode: DD3 7PY
The role of the one to one ESOL tutor will be to plan and deliver appropriately levelled English lessons for individual students who do not have English as their first language, meet with students for 1 - 2 hours once a week during school term time at DIWC, provide literacy support where appropriate, gather regular feedback and review progress and development of student with project staff, and work closely with project staff to source appropriate materials.
The crèche costs are £2 per session for volunteers.
DIWC ARE UNABLE TO OFFER ESOL VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES AT WEEKENDS OR IN THE EVENINGS.
Charity Shop Sales Assistant (Monifieth Shop)
Cats Protection (Dundee)
Postcode: DD4 6AY
This is a great opportunity for a friendly and outgoing person to support the work of Cats Protection by helping out at one of our charity shops. Volunteers will be asked to help with all aspects of running a small business. The role includes setting out the shop, arranging the stock, window dressing, dealing with the customers, sorting out new stock, and pricing. This role would suit anyone with or without previous retail experience. The shops are run and organised by volunteers and we would welcome your support.
Studio Assistant
Bridge FM
Postcode: DD2 1UB
Each night of the week, Bridge FM have a Request Show and a Studio Assistant is needed for each one. The Studio Assistant is responsible for looking out music which is requested by patients and additional music which will fit into the style of music on the programme. The Studio Assistant will also deal with telephone and email requests. The cleanliness and tidiness of the studio complex is operated on a rota system between the Studio Assistants for each evening and everyone is expected to do their fair share of work. The Studio Assistant is also responsible for maintaining the CD library and may be needed to take part in on air content.
Committee Member
Parkinson's UK (Dundee)
Postcode: DD5 3JX
Be a team member in the day to day running of the branch. Help in the organisation of social events and branch meetings. Take a constructive interest during committee and branch meetings.
Home-visiting Befriender
Home-Start Dundee
Postcode: DD1 4AF
Home-Start Dundee provides support to families who have at least one child of pre-school age. The support is provided by the home-visiting befriender who will receive training and then be matched with a suitable family. They will usually visit for 1-3 hours per week. The befriender may provide emotional support to a parent adapting to change or provide practical assistance to a family who may be struggling with day-to-day issues affecting them. The befriender may just need to be a good listener or be able to sign-post the family to other support that is available to them. The befriender will be able to help families cope with the pressures they face and can make a real difference to a family as they move forward in life.
Child Contact Centre Organiser and Volunteer
Relationships Scotland Family Mediation Tayside and Fife
Postcode: DD1 3DP
This can involve helping with difficult "handovers" in emotionally sensitive situations. Our neutrality is particularly important in contact situations and the volunteer will be required to engage with both parents without giving advice, counselling or expressing an opinion. Ensuring the availability of suitable play equipment and materials, and giving ideas for play and parent child interaction (if asked) is part of the duties, as is encouraging parents to tidy up the Centre at the end of contact and providing tea and coffee.
Bike Repairs
Tayside Re-Users
Postcode: DD1 5AN
Tayside Re-users regularly receives donations of bicycles. Some require repair before they are ready for resale in our shop. We have a dedicated repair area and this has repair equipment and supplies of spare parts. This opportunity would suit someone who has a passion for bikes, experience of bike repairs and able to carry out basic repairs to bikes to give them a new lease of life.
Playworkers / Childcare Opportunities
Under 12s Project
Postcode: DD4 8HT
The project offers volunteers the chance to work with children and families living in the Mid-Craigie and Linlathen areas of Dundee. Volunteers are encouraged to play an active role in the project and participate fully in the planning, organisation and implementation of the groups. Opportunities include working within the project's out of school care setting and gaining practical experience of childcare, developing play opportunities and participating in after school activities. Volunteers also have the opportunity to become involved in the community development side of the project ie. project organisation and management. Access to training is provided to all volunteers and travel expenses reimbursed.
Crew
Unicorn Preservation Society
Postcode: DD1 3BP
We really value our dedicated and talented team of volunteers who all bring something different to helping preserve the historic ship HMS Unicorn.
Opportunities include helping with visitor services, tour guide, archiving, painting, gardening, dressing up on pirates days, face painter, admin assistant, social media, bar, school groups…. There’s something for everyone so let us know what you can bring to the team.
We have regular volunteer meetings and email updates and are open to the Saltire Awards. We have regular training and as a volunteer you can attend our live music and events free of charge. And, of course, the kettle is always on!
Theatre Usher
The Dundee Whitehall Theatre Ltd
Postcode: DD1 5JA
The role of the Usher involves assisting our audiences in and around the theatre and responsibilities can vary for each performance with support from the front of house manager and venue manager.
Duties include directing customers to the theatre facilities, checking tickets and showing people to their seats, selling ice cream and programmes, dealing effectively with latecomers, audience related enquiries and problems, and taking responsibility for the safe evacuation of the visiting public during an incident.
Social Support
Roxburghe House
Postcode: DD2 1SP
The Community Volunteer Service offers social support to those with a life limiting illness receiving palliative care in their own homes. This is an opportunity to offer support with activities such as:
- taking the person for a walk
- taking them to the shops
- going for a coffee with them
- going to the cinema
- sitting chatting
- going for a drive
- accompanying the person to appointments.
Individuals will be matched with volunteers, depending on the type of activity each would like to do.
Engagement Project Assistant
Dundee Survival Group
Postcode: DD4 6AY
Dundee Survival Group is an organisation which provides accommodation and support for homeless people. Volunteers would be working with the Engagement project, aimed at improving our service, building our service users skills and confidence.
The project is run as a drop in. Volunteers will help with the daily running tasks and supporting service users. The project also runs a programme of workshops, discussions, events and outings. Volunteers are encouraged to develop this programme along side staff and service users.
Peer learning is highly valued and so any skills or interests volunteers hold, we would encourage them to utilise. This may be in art or other creative fields, writing, music, sport, computer skills, cooking e.t.c. Other tasks may be assisting with funding, fund-raising, light admin tasks, outreach and liaising with similar organisations. Support and on the job training will be provided.
Welcome Person
Brae Riding for the Disabled
Postcode: DD5 3GL
The role will involve making sure each client is wearing a properly fitted riding hat. At the first and last lesson of each 12 week block there is also paperwork to be completed for each rider. We also need you to ensure that carers, parents and siblings are not patting/touching the horses at the mounting block as this is a very delicate part of the lesson.
Befriender
Monifieth Befriending Scheme (Dundee)
Postcode: DD5 4LX
Volunteers receive a "feel good factor" and a sense of satisfaction helping others, opportunity to give something back to the community, to gain experience which may be useful if later seeking a career in caring. The service user gains contact with the outside community, befriender visits and spends quality time with user providing stimulation and conversation. The befriender may take the user out, where this might not otherwise be possible.
Community Admin Support
The Leamy Foundation
Postcode: G81 1UJ
We are looking for someone to come in to our office to provide Community Admin Support, Offering general administrative support you should have Good IT Skills be familiar with Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel, have great customer and organisational skills and be able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks. You should have good telephone, communication and listening skills and be good with members of the public.
Tasks Include:
Office Tasks-Processing incoming and outgoing mail, prepare reports and answering phones, logging messages and directing calls to the appropriate person, maintain office supplies. Maintain relevant management documentation as well as updating document register as and when required
Finance-Updating the Petty Cash file, recording the details on each receipt and file them in the appropriate place, update cost files, scanning and saving the paperwork prior to emailing, review invoice list for payment and contact for payment if required.
Volunteering-Update volunteer contact details working with the lead volunteers and community workers to make sure the contact details are recorded in the attendance file. Update records from induction to exit and store as part of our Data Protection Policy.
Workshop-Print workshop activity sheets including the register required by lead volunteers or community workers, file completed paperwork in the appropriate place.
Assistant in Gardening
Beeslack Family Disabled Club
Postcode: EH26 0QF
This is an opportunity to work with a dedicated group of volunteers and members who attend the Beeslack Family Disabled Club on a Sunday from 12.30 – 3.30 p.m. The group are always looking for new ideas and are always willing to try new things. Members take part in maintaining and developing their dedicated garden space and enjoy being outdoors planting, growing and harvesting a variety of plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables. This is a very sociable group who greatly value the opportunities and activities the club provides. It is also a valuable contribution to your C.V and volunteers under the age of 25 can work towards Saltire Awards.
Support Group Helper
Fertility Network Scotland
Postcode: DD1 1LL
Co-ordinate and run a support group in local area for people experiencing fertility problems with trying to become parents.
As a Support Group volunteer you will take care of all aspects of the group including: acting as main contact for the group, organise and maintain an email circulation list of attendees, arrange speakers for group meetings, organise room bookings, organise social activities, support and advise other group volunteers, promote the group in the local area. Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.
By volunteering you can help those who need support.
Parkinson's Volunteer Educator
Parkinson's UK (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD2 6TB
Parkinson’s Volunteer Educators give presentations to residential and home care agency staff to improve their knowledge of Parkinson’s and understand how to better support people with the condition.
Parkinson’s UK would like to expand its network of volunteer trainers to enable us to reach a greater number of care staff across Scotland. Our aim is to help professionals to better understand Parkinson’s and subsequently improve their practice.
We will provide training to enable you to plan and deliver a short one hour presentation on Parkinson's using prepared flip charts and notes to groups of staff working in care homes and home care agencies in your local area. This will involve:
• Contacting care providers by letter or email to offer your session, responding to requests for sessions received via the Parkinson's UK web site or that have come via the local area/country team.
• Delivering sessions in care homes or care agencies locally at mutually convenient time.
• Participating in support meetings (face to face or by telephone) with the Education Adviser Scotland.
• Completing and forwarding monthly reports on your sessions to the Education team administrator.
Many Parkinson's volunteer educators have Parkinson’s themselves or some experience of the condition either within their family or professionally. The role brings many rewards whether you have direct experience of Parkinson’s or not. Volunteering in this role will allow you to:
• Increase your own knowledge and understanding of Parkinson's and the wider work of the charity
• Share your knowledge and experience of the condition with interested professionals, improving their practice and care for people with Parkinson’s
• Access further learning and development opportunities
• Be part of a UK-wide organisation that values and recognises the vital contributions of its volunteers.
Previous volunteers have reported that the volunteer educator role is very rewarding and worthwhile. Feedback from care staff attending the sessions has also been consistently positive and sessions are very much valued.
Ideally you will have experience in public speaking and will:
• Be enthusiastic, enjoy speaking to groups and manage a group effectively
• Have an understanding of Parkinson's the condition, the wider work of Parkinson's UK (training provided on this) and have empathy with the aims of the charity
• Be computer literate and have basic administrative and telephone skills, as this role will require you to contact care homes by telephone and/or email to arrange dates and times for presentations.
• Have access to your own car and be able to travel within your local area as agreed with the Education Adviser.
Volunteer Driver
EDVA Befriending
Postcode: G66 1NL
The Befriending Service runs a number of groups and activities for lonely or socially isolated adults in East Dunbartonshire. Drivers would assist by transporting clients, allowing them to get out and meet new friends.
The befrienders role is to provide companionship and support to socially isolated adults, 18 years and over, resident in East Dunbartonshire. Services available include one to one befriending, group befriending, telephone services and a number of lunch clubs. In addition, there are regular social events throughout the year.
Many people have difficulty in accessing public transport, so there is great need for volunteer drivers to assist people to attend these groups, activities and events. Assistance with transport would enable many more people to interact with others and remain part of their community.
The purpose of the befriending relationship is to provide a social intervention to help reduce social isolation and to enhance the recipient’s quality of life. Drivers would welcome passengers, make them feel comfortable and provide transport to and from a required destination at an agreed time.
Volunteer Driver
Hyperclub
Postcode: KY11 1DS
They are looking for volunteers drivers to assist them with transporting their service user's to and from their activities, the locations are Inverkeithing, Rosyth, Dunfermline and Dalgetybay. you must be aged 30 or over for the requirements of the Insurance.
All candidates will be subject to a PVG Check which they will carry out for the successful candidates, this is a great opportunity for someone to give something back to the community and help other vulnerable members of the public to have a fuller lifestyle.
WW100 Exhibition Volunteer
Poppyscotland
Postcode: IV30 1BU
Poppy Scotland's WW100 Exhibition is a visual interpretation of 100 stories of people and events of WWI which has been created by 100 young people from across Scotland. The exhibition uses traditional printmaking techniques combined with innovative technology.
As a WW100 Volunteer you will support the delivery of the WW100 exhibition when it is in your area.
This could see you supporting in one of the key tasks below:
Ø Welcome members of the public and groups visiting WW100 exhibition on their arrival Ø Deal with queries from those visiting WW100 exhibition in a polite and professional manner Ø To identify any problems (both potential and actual) and to inform WW100 exhibition staff as they arise Ø To maintain and replenish resources as required Ø To assist with evaluation of WW100 exhibition by encouraging feedback and collecting data Ø To be flexible in the performance of the post and undertake duties requested by the WW100 exhibition team Ø Support the staff team setting up and down each day
Conference Volunteers
Stromness Museum
Postcode: KW16 3AH
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the scuttling of the German Fleet Stromness Museum is running a conference to explore the Orkney perspective of the scuttling, from the salvage industry to marine life on the wrecks and looking at management of the wrecks as part of our heritage.
There are volunteering opportunities in several areas and they can take several volunteers each day:
• CONFERENCE PREP VOLUNTEERS (before the event Thurs 17 Oct daytime)
Assisting with name badges, conference packs, setting out the room.
• TECH VOLUNTEERS (Thurs 17, Fri 18, Sat 19 Oct)
Assisting with technical aspects of the conference - recording speakers, learning about AV presentations, setting up and taking down tech. Roving microphone.
• GENERAL EVENT/HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS (Thurs 17, Fri 18, Sat 19 Oct)
Welcoming delegates, assisting with keeping all the delegates happy and smiling, assisting with deliveries of coffees and teas etc. Assisting with anything that crops up!
There will be an induction given prior to the conference to acquaint people with the venue and to go over the various tasks. The link person will be Rebecca Marr who will be present throughout the conference and available for any volunteer support. The team are friendly and supportive.
There is more information about the conference here:
Pin Badge Volunteer
RSPB (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 0AA
You want to help raise funds for the RSPB and you have a few hours to spare. You can easily place and check pin badge boxes, banking money raised and ordering new stock as required.
We need you to help us raise funds for the RSPB. You already have local connections or a desire to meet people. You know a great local place that would be ideal for a pin badge box (or a collection tin) and will make lots of money to towards conservation.
You want to help the RSPB and you have only a few hours to spare. You can easily check boxes; banking money raised and ordering new stock as required.
Give yourself a moral boost by contributing a few hours generating vital funds for conservation.
You can gain experience in sales and stock management running your own ‘mini-business’.
Build a network of like minded individuals, local businesses and your local community.
Welfare Assessor
GroceryAid (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
The role of the Volunteer Assessor is vital in helping GroceryAid support people with financial help. Last year we spent nearly £4 million pounds in financial assistance. If you are a good listener, enjoy meeting people, have an ability to recognise needs and apply solutions and would like a flexible voluntary position that fits around your lifestyle - this could be the role for you.
As part of this role you will visit our beneficiaries in your area at least once a year in their homes. The recommendations of our assessors often result in beneficiaries receiving basic household items such as fridges, cookers, beds as well as emergency grants to help with items such as boiler repairs or a leaking roof.
The Welfare Assessors are our 'front line' who, by their visits are able to ensure the continued welfare of our beneficiaries. Every report is studied and acted upon where necessary, and without their input we may be unaware of the real needs of our members.
This is a very rewarding role with GroceryAid.
For further details please contact:
Sarah Vallins
Tel No: 01252 875925
E Mail: sarah.vallins@groceryaid.org.uk
Peer Support Group Leader
Juno Perinatal Mental Health Support
Postcode: EH14 2BS
Help to run our weekly support groups (along with one other person) providing peer support to Mums with perinatal mental health issues. It is essential that the volunteer has direct personal experience of perinatal mental health issues but must also be recovered and well enough to support others and commit to weekly meetings.
Graphic Design Volunteer
The Leanne Fund (Grampian Services)
Postcode: AB11 5YU
The Leanne Fund helps young people with Cystic Fibrosis and their families create happy memories today, to be remembered and shared tomorrow.
We are looking for a Graphic Design volunteer to join our team. We are looking for someone who can assist in ad hoc design projects, such as: Social media campaigns; Posters and banners; Advertising; Annual review and strategy documents; Information flyers, Animation.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to enhance their portfolio and assist a charity making areal difference for the lives of children, young people and families affected by cystic fibrosis. All help is greatly appreciated.
For further details please contact Chrisetta Mitchell, Development Manager on E Mail: info@theleannefund.co.uk / Tel No: 01851 702020.
Despatcher
HcL Handicabs (Midlothian)
Postcode: EH20 9HX
Answer incoming calls to book transport for local people. We provide a door-through-door service for those with mobility challenges – elderly, disabled, health issues, geographic remoteness.
Assistant Regional Commissioner (Adult Training)
North East Scotland Scout Region
Postcode: AB11 5YU
We’re looking for someone with management and training skills or who
wishes to enhance their management skills. Want to give something back to the community? As Assistant Regional Commissioner (Adult Training) you will support and guide adults through their Scouting journey and ensure that they have the skills to deliver the best possible Scouting to young people.
A great opportunity to make a difference. Full training and support is provided to all volunteers.
For more details please contact: Dougie Simmers on email: rc@scouts-northeastscotland.org.uk or tel.: 01464 820148
Admin and Bookkeeping Volunteers
Orkney Fossil Centre
Postcode: KW17 2SY
Volunteers required to assist with admin duties and bookkeeping.
Heat Hero Volunteer
Changeworks Ltd
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
As a Heat Hero volunteer you will deliver face to face advice and support at home visits, helping people understand how to better control energy usage in their homes, so that they can better afford their heating. Wheelchair users are welcome to apply though may be called upon less frequently as not all properties to be visited will have wheelchair access.
Community engagement champion
Changeworks Ltd
Postcode: EH6 5PY
To help deliver our current waste projects, Zero Waste Leith and Waste Free Edinburgh.
Typical activities we might ask our volunteers to carry out, usually alongside a member of staff, include: Hosting a stall / attending a community event; Delivering or supporting the delivery of a talk or workshop to a community group; Interviewing people about waste and recycling habits on their doorstep or in public places; Office administration tasks; Developing resources, monitoring and recording the number of bins presented on recycling days.
NSPCC Schools Service "Speak Out.Stay Safe" Programme Volunteer
National Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Children (Nspcc)
Postcode: KY12 7NU
1 in 5 Children in the UK have suffered abuse, robbing them of their childhood. That's why the NSPCC Schools Service "Speak Out Stay Safe" Programme is visiting primary schools across Scotland to give children the knowledge they need to stay safe from harm and to speak out if they are worried. Our specially trained volunteers deliver interactive assemblies and workshops with the help of our mascot, Buddy. We cover topics like bullying and abuse, but without using any scary words or adult language. We give a presentation in assemblies and workshops for children aged 5-7 & 8-11. Pupils learn about the different types of abuse in a child-friendly and age appropriate way so they can get help if and when they need it. We help them identify an trusted adult they can talk to if they are every worries about themselves or a friend. And they learn about Childline, and how it can support them. You'll need to be the kind of person who believes in the empowerment and protection of all children, has the confidence to speak in front of a group of primary school children , can communicate and engage with children, has basic IT skills and regular access to own transport and to email.You will be a member of a team committed and supportive volunteers who love working with children.
Befriender
Waverley Care
Postcode: EH14 1EB
Befrienders provide dedicated one-to-one support for people living with HIV or Hepatitis C. The service works by introducing a volunteer befriender to an individual who is living with a blood borne virus. The befriender then meets with the individual they’ve been matched with one-to-one, for approximately 2 hours per week. The support the befrienders provide can be as wide and varied as the needs of each individual and may include meeting for coffee or a meal, going out for a walk etc.
Volunteer Befriender
Volunteering Matters
Postcode: FK10 3SA
The Clackmannanshire Befriending Project recruit and train volunteers to befriend isolated, vulnerable and disadvantaged young people (aged 8-18) in the local area. Volunteers are matched one to one with a young person, meet them on a regular basis and participate in activities in the community. This could be after school, in the evening or at weekends, depending on volunteer availability. Befrienders are to be reliable, trusting and a positive role model.
Activities are “timeout” for young people who often live in difficult circumstances. These young people often benefit from an adult befriender who they can talk to and trust, as well as providing them with a reason to get out of the house. The project helps young people with their social skills, self-esteem, school attendance/ performance, resilience, personal safety/ health and relationships.
Young people are referred from local schools, social work or other partners. Befrienders are aged 18 years or over, have spare time on a regular basis and are committed to befriending for a minimum period of 12 months. If you are interested, contact us today for an informal chat.
My Guide Sighted Guide
The Guide Dogs For The Blind Association
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
The My Guide service (part of Guide Dogs for the Blind) helps blind and partially sighted people get out and about on their own terms, with the help of a volunteer. As a My Guide Sighted Guide, you will meet regularly with a blind or partially sighted person, to provide them with sighted assistance and help them meet their goals. You will provide regular feedback on progress to Guide Dogs' staff and maintain professional boundaries and adhere to safeguarding procedures.
Accommodation Hosts for Festival Artists
St Magnus International Festival
Postcode: KW15 1DN
There are opportunities for volunteers across every aspect of the Festival’s work including Accommodation host for Festival artists. Volunteer hosts are usually based in Kirkwall and offer free accommodation in their spare rooms to Festival performers on a bed and breakfast basis for anything between 1 and 4 nights. Providing host accommodation to Festival artists is a great way to get involved with the Festival. Hosts receive a free Festival Club pass for the nights they host as well an invitation to the Festival’s opening reception.
Welfare Team Leader
Orkney Islands Cat's Protection
Postcode: KW15 1HR
● Co-ordinating and supporting cat care volunteers and fosterers
● Making sure Cats Protection’s quality of care is provided to all cats
● Observing policies, procedures, minimum veterinary and cat care standards
● Keeping up to date records of cats in care and helping match cats to new homes
● Record keeping via use of Catalog may be done by individuals other than the Welfare Team leader eg, Administration volunteer or individual fosterers
Gymnastics Club Helper/Coach
Sport Tayside & Fife
Postcode: DD2 4SR
As a volunteer working within Gymnastics/Trampoline clubs/classes operating within local community venues and sport centres in Dundee, you will have the opportunity to: Work alongside fully qualified coaching staff who will help you to understand the basic fundamentals of the sport, enabling you to deliver and coach sessions with confidence; Access coach education that you think would be of value to you as a volunteer; All education would be financially supported through the organisation or through identified funding that is available for the development of volunteers; Be a valued member of the coaching team and will have the opportunity to be a part of the progressive development of the clubs/classes that you are actively volunteering with.
Befriender
Royal National Institute of Blind People
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Are you friendly, patient and able to build a good rapport with people? We are looking for volunteers to spend time with blind and partially sighted people both outside and in their homes on a regular basis. You will help with small tasks such as reading correspondence and also take them out for short walks or coffee to help them feel less isolated and retain their independence.
Talking Books Volunteer Coordinator
Royal National Institute of Blind People
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Could you support us to source a range of talks to promote our talking books service? The campaign aims to raise £1 million to fund 400 new books. You will help us to research potential groups, coordinate the planning, speaker allocation and carry out follow up on talks. Your support will help us to end isolation for blind and partially sighted people, giving them the freedom to read again.
Dance Tutor
Royal National Institute of Blind People
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Can you Dance? We need a dance tutor to teach blind and partially sighted people the fun and pleasure they can get from dancing. You will arrange the music and assist them with learning basic dance steps.
Youth Writer
Voluntary Action Barra & Vatersay (Western Isles)
Postcode: HS9 5XD
An opportunity for a youth writer at Voluntary Action Barra and Vatersay. They can write about any topic that young people are interested in.
Branch Chair Volunteer – Moray & Nairn Branch
National Autistic Society
Postcode: IV30 1BX
Why we need you:
The charity has over 100 branches and groups, all run by volunteers, who provide local support to autistic people and their families. Every branch is different and so are the activities they provide – they may run parent support groups, adult social groups, children’s activities, conferences or focus on providing information or campaigning. However, no matter how big or small, all branches are hugely valued by the people in their local area.
The branch chair role is vital to the running of the branch as they act as a leader and a coordinator for the branch. Without these roles, we would not have as many branches as we do.
What you will be doing:
Leading committee meetings and public meetings. This also involves setting out what needs to be discussed at meetings, ensuring that each issue is covered and that other people have a chance to speak.
Represent the branch at external meetings e.g. with local services for people with autism
Chair committee meetings
Motivate the team involved in running your branch
Allocate tasks to other people involved in your branch
Raise the profile of the NAS within your branch and local community
Ensure your branch complies with NAS policies including risk assessment, data protection and safeguarding
Try to resolve difficulties experienced by your branch
Ensure the branch treasurer is administering the branch’s funds properly in accordance with procedures outlined in Branch Handbook
Monitor branch income and expenditure in partnership with the treasurer
Countersign and authorise all cheque payments
Ensuring the insurance renewal form is completed and that the Branch has insurance cover in place.
Co-ordinate and promote local campaigns and bring others on board to help you
Support fundraising in your branch
Act as a key contact for the NAS, keeping the Senior Branch Engagement Officer up to date on branch activities
Support:
Designated Senior Branch Engagement Officer to answer any queries and support you with the day to day running of the branch.
Written guidance on a range of branch activities
Various training courses relevant to running a branch
Insurance cover for all branch activities
Expenses covered for attendance at any event organised by the branch support team.
What you will get out of it:
Improve support to families affected by autism in your local area
Access free training and learn new skills
Meet new people
We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autism spectrum.
You will be asked to attend some branch meetings and also have knowledge of the local area so we ask that you live locally to be able to do this role.
If you have any difficulties with the application process or questions about this role please contact volunteers@nas.org.uk
Fundraising group member
Health In Mind
Postcode: EH2 4RT
In order to raise money to support the work of Health in Mind, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our fundraising group. This group will organise events to generate funds that will support our mental health services. If you are interested in events, fundraising or a career in the third sector, this will be a fantastic experience for you. You'll meet a fantastic group of people and support your local mental health charity at the same time.
Everyone has the right to live a full and satisfying life. At Health in Mind, we provide the tools, information and support to help people cope with life’s challenges. To find out more about the work we do, please visit health-in-mind.org.uk
Group Tasks:
• With help and guidance from the Events Fundraiser, you will meet fortnightly to discuss fundraising ideas and from these meetings organise bi-annual events for Health in Mind.
• Promotion and running of events.
Supportive Flatmate
Rock Trust
Postcode: EH1 3QY
This is a live-in volunteering role. Volunteers will live with and support 3 young people who have/are experiencing homelessness. The aim is to provide safe, well-managed supported accommodation. Supportive Flatmates help to create this environment by being a responsible presence, providing practical support around the flat. A budget of £200 per month is available to plan activities with young people. Free rent, bills and internet are included.
Practical Conservation Volunteer
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Postcode: IV32 7PJ
The beautiful coastal reserve of Spey Bay is a mosaic of wildlife rich habitats including the largest shingle beach in Scotland, saltmarsh and wet woodland. Bottlenose dolphins, common and grey seals visit the estuary, and foraging osprey are often spotted. Over 120 species of bird are found here including terns, shelduck, pintail, tufted duck, ringed plover, knot and dunlin. Offshore in the Moray Firth wintering populations of sea duck are found such as scaup, long-tailed duck, velvet scoter, goldeneye and red-breasted merganser. The reserve is also home to the rare small blue butterfly. Volunteer with the Scottish Wildlife Trust to help look after the unique wildlife of this area.We need volunteers to help carry out practical management work to maintain and enhance the important habitats and access at Spey Bay. Volunteer days are typically held on the third Tuesday of each month from 10.00am-3pm and you can join in for all or part-of the day. The opportunity will allow people to develop skills, meet new people and get outdoors through carrying out practical conservation tasks such as: Scrub Clearance, Tree Felling, Bat/Bird Boxes, Path Building, Beach/Forest Cleaning and Monitoring Surveys.
Events Assistant
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Postcode: FK3 8LH
Our events volunteers gain experience in events management, environmental education and public engagement. Jupiter's events tend to be around 2 hours long and will focus on a theme such as 'brilliant butterflies', 'captivating creepy crawlies' or 'phenomenal pond-life'! Most events are targeted at children but we do run events for adults as well. Our events run most weeks through the year but there is no need to commit to every event. Please get in touch if you would like to get involved!
Promotion & Publicity Assistant
Save the Children
Postcode: DD1 1LL
You don't need to be a social media or marketing expert for this role - just able to use the internet, email and confident talking to people.
We’ll tell you about our latest national fundraising activities, emergency appeals and campaign messages so you can tell others and encourage them to take part, support and attend events. You’ll research local opportunities, and contact local businesses, schools and local groups. You’ll also find free ways to tell your community about what’s happening locally and nationally.
The Community Fundraising Manager is only a phone call away for support and you’ll meet up with them regularly to make promotional plans and for any mutual updates.
It’s a really flexible role which can fit around your other commitments. If you’re over 18 and can commit to at least two hours a week for a minimum of six months please get in touch.
Volunteer Playworker
Lochside Playgroup - Linlithgow
Postcode: EH49 7HZ
Volunteer will take part in session playing with children, helping to set up and tidy room, ensuring a safe play environment for our children.
Volunteer - Various Opportunities
Craft Town Scotland
Postcode: KA23 9AW
Craft Town Scotland is a local charity which has achieved national and international recognition as an innovative and creative base for artisan craft studios, high quality craft exhibitions, educational workshops and other events.
The parent company West Kilbride Community Initiative Limited holds the assets of CTS in trust for the benefit of the village in accordance with the aims stated in the Articles of Association.
Volunteer Shop Assistants
Blythswood Care
Postcode: AB56 1BP
Blythswood care are looking for volunteers to help in their shops in Buckie and Keith as well as Huntly and Nairn. Duties can include pricing and sorting items, displays, using till. Volunteers are required to complete a short volunteer application form, giving two referees, and also to agree to our volunteer policy. We then hold a short, informal interview with the applicant and contact the referees by phone. If both the interview and the references are acceptable, the volunteer is free to start with Blythswood. The procedure is very simple and straightforward. Volunteers can commit to a little time as long as it is regular.
At Blythswood we like to encourage volunteers to progress either to further employment to for any of the reasons that people want to volunteer.
Member of Board of Directors
Moray Art Centre
Postcode: IV36 3TA
Moray Art Centre is seeking to strengthen its board by recruiting some new members. We would be interested in hearing from individuals with a business background who bring special knowledge in areas like marketing, third sector experience, finance, IT, Health and Safety etc., and also from those with an artistic background to strengthen our creative team. We would, however, particularly like to hear from those with experience of fundraising, including corporate sponsorship.
Volunteer Gardener
Moray Art Centre
Postcode: IV36 3TA
To maintain the lovely gardens and grounds surrounding the centre for the overall enjoyment of the participants, visitors, staff and volunteers. You will be involved with all aspects of ground maintenance, including weeding and pruning of flower beds. Volunteers please bring your imagination, too!
Youth Work (Sound Youth Club at Sandveien Neighbourhood Centre)
Youth Services
Postcode: ZE1 0JP
The Volunteer role is varied and can involve supporting children/young people to take part in arts and crafts, sports, cooking or drama, working behind the tuck shop and helping with a range of club projects. If you have a particular skill that you can bring to the club, e.g. football, crafts or music, that's great, but not essential, as what's important is that you can connect with and get on with children and young people. You will be supporting Youth Work staff, and so will be working as part of a team. The club generally operates during school term times.
Huntly Foodbank Volunteer
Aberdeenshire North Foodbank
Postcode: AB54 8EQ
We are looking for people to volunteer in Huntly Foodbank Centre where we provide emergency food parcel to individuals and families who are referred to us. There are different areas you can help in where you feel most comfortable.
1) If you enjoy coming a long side people and making them feel welcomed and relaxed by offering them tea and coffee then this is one area to help out in.
2) Packing the food parcel for our clients who need support.
3) Checking the dates on our food and stocking the shelves.
(2 & 3 can require heavy lifting so able bodied required) or you can help in all 3 areas if you like.
Secretary/Trustee
Orkney Heritage Society
Postcode: KW15 1PU
To circulate papers before meetings. (Every 6 weeks) Take minutes of meetings. Forward correspondence. Collect and forwrad post. Forward e mails. Be a trustee of the board. Participate in the business of the charity.
Membership Secretary/Trustee
Orkney Heritage Society
Postcode: KW15 1PU
Volunteer required to maintain computer database of members. Respond to membership enquiries. Welcome new members. Send out newsletters. Liaise with treasurer on payments of fees be a Trustee of the board and attend meetings (every 6 weeks).
Scotland Cares - Covid-19 - Home Deliveries
West Dunbartonshire CVS
Postcode: G81 1UJ
**Please note we are looking for volunteers who LIVE in West Dunbartonshire **
Would you like to volunteer in this time of need?
Do you have a couple of hours to spare?
Volunteers must be 18 or over, fit and well with no coronavirus symptoms.
We are looking for people to collect shopping, medication or other essential supplies for someone who is self-isolating/Vulnerable and delivering these supplies to their home.
Befriender/Buddy
West Lothian Community Health & Care Partnership (CHCP)
Postcode: EH54 6FF
Befriender/Buddy: Go along to clubs/meetings as a support as often the first meeting is anxiety provoking. To support people in their recovery journey to socialise; go our for coffee, walking, gym etc.
Business Mentor
Sported
Postcode: IV30 1BU
Our volunteer business mentors are paired with community sports clubs who need expertise in a particular area to become more sustainable and increase their capacity. Sported works closely to support our volunteers throughout the process, and the opportunities available are very flexible – from having a short call with a club leader who has questions in your area of expertise, to delivering a workshop or a 6-month mentor placement.
As a Sported volunteer, you will have the opportunity to share your professional skills and expertise with community groups, having a direct and lasting impact on local community clubs. Full induction is offered, as well as personal development opportunities, and you will join a network of skilled Sported business volunteers and mentors across the UK. You will work with a diverse range of people and organisations, and will receive support throughout from the Sported Volunteer Services team. Most importantly, you will have fun!
Social Media Committee member(s)
Club Sport Aberdeen
Postcode: AB23 8EE
ClubSport Aberdeen is a vibrant body directed by sports clubs, for the clubs. We provide a unified voice for sport clubs in Aberdeen at the top level across the city through our relationship with the Active Aberdeen Partnership (AAP). Our vision is to create the most vibrant sport club community in Scotland.
We are currently expanding and have great volunteer opportunities as part of this. We are seeking a Social Media Committee member(s). Tasks will include:
>Connect, promote and engage members.
>Create regular posts.
>Raise the profile of ClubSport.
>Market events, membership and commercial partners.
A fantastic opportunity to assist ClubSport Aberdeen and sports clubs across the city at an exciting time for sports. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated.
For more information or to express an interest please email info@clubsportaberdeen.org or call 01224 507691.
Volunteer Driver(s)
Woodside Fountain Community Centre
Postcode: AB24 2QY
*Can you help driving members to our bingo group – all help greatly appreciated*
Woodside Community Centre is looking for people to drive members from their homes in various locations across the city, to the centre to play bingo on a Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening. The minibus is parked in the car park at the Woodside Fountain Centre, Marquis Road, Aberdeen. Good support is provided to all volunteers and all help makes a real difference.
For further details, please contact Angela McPherson, Secretary on 07802 838277 or email angelamcpherson355@yahoo.co.uk.
Charity Shop Assistant - Strathmartine Road
Sense Scotland
Postcode: DD3 7SE
Volunteers help ensure the shop is tidy and attractive; you can use your creativity to make eye-catching window displays, sorting and replacing stock to keep the shop looking fresh and stylish. Incoming donations are organised and labelled, and clothes steamed and tagged. Our polite, approachable volunteers assist customers; welcoming them through the door, ringing purchases through the cash register and encouraging signing up to the Gift Aid scheme. A bonus of volunteering in this role is having access to great quality items at reasonable prices, as soon as they hit the shop floor!
In the shop volunteer role you will develop your understanding of stock management, marketing and customer service. These skills are valuable for personal development as well as very relevant to careers in retail, advertising and business. You will have the opportunity to meet lots of people, play an active role in your community and make friends.
Supportive Driver Volunteer
Positive Help
Postcode: EH2 4JY
Our volunteer drivers provide service users with lifts to hospital or GP appointments so that they can access vital medical care and treatment. They also help service users to get to support groups, supermarkets and other activities, as well as collecting and delivering prescriptions and helping to take children to playgroups. Drivers quickly get to know service users and build up a rapport with them, making it a really sociable and rewarding role.
Painting and Decorating Hit Squad Service
Fresh Start
Postcode: EH4 4BR
Being given the keys for a new tenancy after being homeless can seem like a dream come true. But sometimes the dream can fade at the first sight of a flat with stained walls, flaking paint and bare floorboards. This is where Fresh Start’s Hit Squads can help. The Hit Squads are teams of volunteers who will work alongside new tenants in their home to decorate up to two rooms. If you think you can help, then please get in touch with Fresh Start.
Youth Club Worker (for ages 6 - 21)
Citadel Youth Centre
Postcode: EH6 6JE
Volunteers are invited to get involved in our youth work programme and work in a team alongside experienced full/part time staff and volunteers. Our youth clubs offer a wide range of activities that are designed to encourage, develop and reinforce children and young people's skills and self-image in a safe and supportive environment. The youth clubs run during school term times as follows: senior Drop-In (Mon) 13-18 year olds 7pm-9pm; Junior Club (Tues) 6 - 9 year olds 5.30 – 7.30pm.
Admin Volunteer
LINKnet Mentoring
Postcode: EH1 1JG
LINKnet are looking for volunteers to support paid staff with the smooth running of mentoring and befriending services. This is a great opportunity to gain work experience and develop your skills in various fields of work as the roles at LINKnet will be varied. Volunteering involves once a week (5hrs per day).
Mentor / Befriender
LINKnet Mentoring
Postcode: EH1 1JG
Through a range of support structures and services, LINKnet aims to provide a quality experience for volunteer mentors/befrienders and successful outcomes for mentees and befriendees. Your commitment as a mentor will be two or three hours per week, spread over a day or two for a few months not exceeding six months. One to one mentoring is found to be one of the most effective methods of people development for those who have multiple barriers to overcome.
Fundraising Assistant
LINKnet Mentoring
Postcode: EH1 1JG
A fantastic ethnic minority charity is looking for enthusiastic volunteers (from all ethnic groups) to join the Fundraising team. You will be part of the team to raise fund to support volunteer mentoring and befriending services. You will be adding value to LINKnet by supporting the Fundraising team and maximizing the efficiency of the fund raising process through creative thinking, creating fundraising opportunities, carrying out administration duties and networking with key contacts.
Welfare Rights Adviser
Community Help and Advice Initiative (CHAI)
Postcode: EH11 3LE
To help provide advice in a welfare rights office. You will, after training and mentoring, be able to interview clients and provide information whilst being supported by our team. You will be able to offer practical assistance such as filling in forms and writing letters as well as doing arithmetic calculations for benefit entitlement. After training you will have a good knowledge of other agencies and will be able to refer clients as needed. You will be required to record cases and statistics.
Day Care Volunteer
The Open Door Edinburgh
Postcode: EH10 5HY
The Open Door needs you to help us create an atmosphere of care, love and laughter in our day care services for older people (80 years plus) including people living with dementia. You will support our members to participate in a fun programme of mulit-sensory activities from arts and crafts to quizzes, seated swing dancing to indoor bowls, poetry readings to sing-a-long sessions. You will also help serve hot drinks and meals to our members and share a freshly cooked lunch with them.
Home Visitor
Home-Start Leith And North East Edinburgh
Postcode: EH6 5HY
We are now looking for volunteers - could you make a difference and become a Home-Start Volunteer supporting families in their own homes. If you have been a parent or have parenting experience and have an understanding of how demanding young children can be you could make a difference.
Sorter for Donated Goods
Oxfam Shop, Nicolson St
Postcode: EH8 9EJ
Clothing and bric a brac are both profitable areas for us - but only if the products are carefully selected, priced, and displayed in the shop. If you have a keen interest in fashion, or if you can spot a valuable collector's item amongst the bric a brac, you could be a valued member of our shop team. If you have an interest in these areas, but are not yet expert, don't worry, we will give you training, and you can work alongside our more experienced sorters.
Conservation Volunteer
Water of Leith Conservation Trust
Postcode: EH14 1TQ
Help look after the Water of Leith. Volunteers carry out practical conservation tasks along the river and walkway in conjunction with City of Edinburgh Council Natural Heritage Service. This could be a river clean-up, tree or wildflower planting, meadow cutting, invasive plant control (May-July), vegetation control, footpath maintenance. Children of all ages are welcome if supervised by an adult.
Activities Group Volunteer
Royal Voluntary Service (Edinburgh)
Postcode: EH11 1HF
This role will include planning one activity per month which the residents of the care home and children from a local school/nursery/afterschool club will enjoy, liaising with staff from both groups, supporting and encouraging interaction between both groups and a small amount of paperwork.
Shop and Backshop Assistants
St Columba's Shops Limited
Postcode: EH6 5BR
We have numerous opportunities for volunteering in our shops. We are always looking for help to sort bric a brac, clothing, books, records and other donated goods. There are opportunities to work on the till (full training given) in merchandising the shops and windows, filling shelves and general help. We are happy for people to try a range of tasks to see what they enjoy doing.
Shop volunteer
St Columba's Shops Limited
Postcode: EH11 2AY
We would love to hear from anyone who can offer 2 or 3 hours a week in our relaunched shop at 74 Dalry Road. Volunteers help with all aspects of running our lively shop; from accepting and sorting donations, to creating stylish & eye catching window displays, to meeting and serving customers. This is a great chance to meet new people, learn new skills and to be part of something very special. If you would like to find out more why not pop in to the Dalry shop or call 0131 337 0685
Youth and Childrens Worker
The BIG Project
Postcode: EH11 3RH
Would you like to make a positive difference to local children and young people? If you are enthusiastic, fun and engaging, maybe a role as a volunteer youth and children?s worker could be just what you are looking for. Support kids to have fun, learn, achieve and feel good about themselves. We are looking for volunteers to support in one of our three open youth clubs (Junior club for P5-7, Senior club for P7-S6 and our Roots club for P3/4).
Polmont General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: FK2 0PZ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails/shelves are visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Musselburgh Moray Way General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: EH21 7QY
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails/shelves are visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Edinburgh Clerk Street General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland (Book Store)
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: EH8 9JQ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our shelves are visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Milngavie Main Street General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: G62 6BJ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Glasgow Ancaster Drive General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: G13 1NB
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Govan General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: G51 3JW
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
Barlanark General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: G33 4RJ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Portlethen General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: AB12 4TQ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Stranraer Hanover Street Store Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: DG9 7RX
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Linwood Store Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: PA3 3DL
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Greenock Store Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: PA15 1XP
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Dunoon Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland
Postcode: PA23 7DJ
Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it.
Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy.
Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills.
If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.
To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.
Fundraising Volunteer
Childrens Hospices Across Scotland
Postcode: EH14 1LT
Provide support to the Fundraising Team by helping with fundraising activities and awareness raising. You will be involved in fundraising activities such as bucket shakes, bag packs and helping at events. You will be promoting CHAS to the public at these events and helping to raise awareness and funds for the children we look after. Please email volunteering@chas.org.uk to apply or for more information
COVID-19 Response Befriending Opportunity
Rowan Alba
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Human contact is vital. As we are all finding out, without it, life changes.
Community Alcohol Related Damages Service is a befriending service run by Rowan Alba. Health care specialists, GP’s, hospitals and mental health services refer individuals to our service. These people, for various reasons have been living the way we are experiencing now, for many years. Some of them for most of their lives. We need to recruit and train volunteers now so we can respond when restrictions are lifted,
Assistant Scout Leader
64th Stockbridge Scout Group
Postcode: EH3 5BA
We are looking for new volunteers both male and female to help restart our Scout Troop. The Scout Troop will be part of an active Scout Group - together with Beavers (ages 6-8) and Cubs (ages 8-10) ensuring a regular stream of new entrants. We plan to meet regularly on a Friday evening, but will also take part in various activities involving other Scout Troops including Swimming and Camping Competitions, indoor football and "Unihoc". The Troop had a reputation for going camping frequently during
Patients Council Volunteer
Patients Council REH
Postcode: EH10 5HF
To facilitate group advocacy meetings on REH wards (along with a Patients Council volunteer or staff member), in order to ascertain the patient voice; to take these patient views to meetings with hospital staff and managers in order to promote their rights and address their concerns; to attend regular meetings with other volunteers to allocate work and discuss how best to represent the patient voice; to adhere to the volunteer agreement, collective advocacy practices and the SIAA Principles.
Garden Project Volunteer
North Edinburgh Arts Centre
Postcode: EH4 4TZ
We are looking for a volunteer to help support a gardening youth sessions on Thursdays 1pm – 5pm (supporting two separate youth groups). This voluntary position would suit someone who has or is looking to develop skills in the following areas… Work with children and young people, Community development practice, Gardening, horticulture or environmental, Education, Would like to get involved with North Edinburgh Arts and help out.
Play Worker
Craigentinny & Lochend Playgroup
Postcode: EH7 6JE
Volunteer within a community playgroup. To help children’s development, help set up toys, snack, follow procedures from legal bodies, help put toys away, establish good relationships with parents, cares and children, help with ideas for play.
Sales Assistant
Hospice of Hope Shop, Gorgie
Postcode: EH11 2PP
We are looking for friendly, creative & reliable people in our busy shop to help serve customers, operate the till and prepare, price & display stock. Hospices of Hope is the leading palliative care charity in South Eastern Europe. We think everyone deserves the best possible care at the end of life but in countries like Romania, Serbia and Moldova, many people still die in pain without physical, spiritual or emotional comfort.
Warehouse Assistant
British Heart Foundation (Duke Street)
Postcode: EH6 6AE
Looking for a workout? If you like to keep active and stay in shape, volunteering in our warehouse could be the answer you’re looking for. We always need helpful and active people to help keep our stock moving from the van to warehouse and onto the store and from store back to the van for delivery!
After School Club / Playscheme Support
Venchie Children & Young People's Project
Postcode: EH16 4NX
To work with children in a variety of settings which might include group work and individual support. To help ensure overall smooth running of club activities including the setting up preparation and the serving of snack as directed by the senior staff
Scout Leader / Assistant Scout Leader
19th Pentland Scout Group
Postcode: EH11 1NX
The planning and delivery of the Balanced Programme, with the help of Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and members of Scout Active Support as appropriate. Some of the tasks for which the Section Leader is responsible may be delegated to others in the Section, including other Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders and Section Assistants.
Simulated Patient Programme
Edinburgh Napier University - School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Care
Postcode: EH11 4BN
Edinburgh Napier University are looking for members of the public to act as, patients. A Simulated Patient is someone who has been carefully trained to act as a patient, and as such the students will practice non-invasive skills such as communication, moving and handling. This will increase their confidence and competence, and will help prepare them for clinical practice. We have many manikins and models, but there is no better way to prepare students than to let them practice their skills.
Street Based Outreach Volunteer
Streetwork
Postcode: EH1 1LL
Outreach volunteers will work with a full time member of staff to deliver street based and detached outreach within partner agencies. Volunteers will gain experience on the frontline for those begging, sleeping rough or living a street based lifestyle, supporting them to take the first step in the journey from the street to a settled home. This role involves making contact and building relationships with people around Edinburgh who may be sleeping rough, begging or living on the street.
Trustee
ACE IT Scotland
Postcode: EH13 9HH
Trustees are sought who have a background in Commercial/Business, Information Technology, Finance or the Third Sector, to assist with the strategic development and growth of activities in the community across Edinburgh, promoting the quality of life for older people. As a Trustee, applicants should be available to meet bi-monthly to ensure that the Management Team carries out the necessary legal and financial requirements.
Baby Bank Volunteer
Salvation Army (Stornoway)
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Help with sorting out items for the Baby Bank into sizes and display for Baby Bank sales
Help with sale days
General volunteering
Salvation Army (Stornoway)
Postcode: HS1 2DG
To be involved in volunteering with various activities throughout the year
Telephone Befrienders
Caraidean Uibhist (Uist Befrienders)
Postcode: HS7 5LA
Volunteers are needed to phone those needing support to help them overcome loneliness and other difficulties in these troubled times. A friendly phone call can really brighten up someone's day.
Telephone Befriender COVID -19
Befriending Lewis
Postcode: HS1 2DG
it would involve being matched with someone that is suitable , spending an hour a week on the phone with the Befriendee. Full training will be given
Gym Buddy Befriender
Befriending Lewis
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Looking for volunteers who want to befriend someone who needs a little support and encouragement to get back into a healthy lifestyle. Gym Buddies will benefit from two befriender sessions before being matched with a Befriendee and full support as your Befriending volunteering progresses
Children's Worker
Families First St Andrews
Postcode: KY16 9EW
Staff and volunteers provide services to children and young people between five and sixteen years of age. One to one befriending takes place once a fortnight and is centred on the needs and wishes of the child. Befrienders give children and young people individual attention and support, provide them with encouragement, and help reduce feelings of isolation. Popular befriending activities include baking, arts and crafts, local outings and swimming.
we also run various groups for children and young people. These include groups in schools, groups for teenagers, and holiday activities during the summer holidays. Please see our website for more information.
Trustee
Home-Start Dunfermline
Postcode: KY12 7AG
Home-Start offers one-to-one personalised support for parents with children under 5. Home-Start places trained volunteers alongside parents and support is provided for as long as the family needs it.
Trustees make up the governing body of Home-Start Dunfermline and have a responsibility to ensure that the charity's activities are carried out in accordance with the Trustee and Investment (Scotland) Act 2005.
Trustees ensure that the organisation complies with requirements under both Charity and Company Laws, in addition to other laws such as Employment, Health & Safety etc. Board meetings are held bi-monthly and the trustees take an active part in the discussions and decision-making.
Driver/Escort
Continuing Care Service North East Fife
Postcode: KY16 0HE
Our clients are referred to us through doctors, nurses, social workers, home helps, neighbours and family members. In providing transport services, car ownership is essential and confidence in assisting individuals who may be frail or vulnerable. The role of our volunteers is to be supportive and essential qualities are discretion and tact. Volunteers receive a mileage allowance and any "out of pocket" expenses. Our Co-ordinator plans the work of the volunteers. All volunteers are required to have criminal record disclosures.
Befriender
Continuing Care Service North East Fife
Postcode: KY16 0HE
Our volunteers help maintain quality of life and encourage social contact, according to client's wishes and needs. Clients who are identified for befriending will be assessed by our Co-ordinator and matched with a volunteer who will visit or arrange short outings according to the Client's wishes.
Retail & Customer Service
Trust in Fife
Postcode: KY5 9AF
Become a part of a small and very friendly team in the cairn centre in Lochgelly, a small charity shop that helps a great deal with people affected by homelessness.
Befriender
Leonard Cheshire Services (Fife)
Postcode: KY7 4RT
Could you spare a few hours a month to enable someone to participate in community activities?
Leonard Cheshire Disability have supported living and residential units in Glenrothes and along at our St Andrews service. Those that use our services would like volunteer support whether it's just coming along for a visit, going to the local shops/theatre/cinema, or a run on the bus. It may be that you have craft skills, reading skills, are a gaming enthusiast, anything that you are comfortable with doing.
There are mandatory checks that need to be completed and some basic training for those that are interested and there is always the opportunity to learn new skills which may contribute towards your CV and/or job prospects.
Director for Board of Directors
Safe Space
Postcode: KY12 7NU
Safe Space provides support for victims of sexual abuse. We are looking for 3 people to join our Board of Directors.
Short-Term Citizen Advocate (West Fife)
Dunfermline Advocacy
Postcode: KY12 7NU
We recruit, train and match local volunteers with vulnerable adults to provide invaluable support in times of need. Short-term advocates may be involved in:-
Listening to someone in need and trying to understand the challenges they face; their point of view and finding out what makes them feel good and valued.
Understanding their situation and what may be stopping them from getting what they want.
Offering support to tell other people what they want or introducing them to others who may be able to help.
Helping someone to know what choices they have and what the consequences of these choices might be.
Enabling a person to become more independent and have more control over their life.
Short-term advocates will gain experience of a variety of situations as well as an understanding of services that are available to vulnerable adults in West Fife.
Collections Co-ordinator
Macmillan Cancer Support - Thrift Shop
Postcode: KY1 2NW
If you’ve got what it takes, you’ll be involved in vital activities including:
- co-ordinating annual collections with your fundraising team
- sourcing venues for collections and securing permission
- recruiting new volunteers for collections
- issuing up-to-date fundraising materials and collection merchandise to volunteers and committees
- maintaining volunteer and collections records
- thanking your collectors and informing them how much they’ve raised both individually and in total.
Retail Van Driver
The Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice
Postcode: G78 1LR
Volunteering as a member of our Charity Retail Drivers team, you will use the Hospice vehicles to assist with the collection and distribution of stock between our 18 shops and warehouse around Glasgow. Each shop is unique within the community, therefore it is crucial that the stock is delivered to the selected shop to ensure we generate and maximise our income in support of the Hospice.
Promote and raise the profile of the Hospice throughout the local community and the importance of raising funds through the shops; Deliver and collect stock in a Hospice vehicle to the required location within specific timescales and in a safe manner; Carry out the transfer of donated goods between shop locations working in cooperation with the Shop Managers; Deliver and collect small furniture items to and from customers homes; Assist in maintaining vehicles to a good standard by promptly reporting any suspected defects; Undertake any other duties as and when necessary; Understand the importance of confidentiality at all times and maintain high standards with regard to communicating information in a confidential manner.
Shopper
Food Train Renfrewshire
Postcode: PA1 1TJ
Food Train Shopper will meet other volunteers and staff at designated supermarket from about 8.30am in the morning. The volunteers will choose a shopping list and go around the store making up the order for the customer, being mindful of use by dates, sizes and special orders. They will then store the box at a designated checkout until all shopping has been completed for the day. The shopper will then assist in the check out process, making sure boxes are packed carefully to avoid damaging goods.
Shopper
Food Train Renfrewshire
Postcode: G78 1LR
The shoppers are given grocery lists to pick for customers in a local supermarket and are supported by delivery volunteers in this activity. Grocery shopping takes place Tuesday to Thursday and the service operates 52 weeks a year.
Volunteers are shopping using a standard trolley and require a degree of physical fitness.
Group Volunteer
Kyle Stroke Club
Postcode: KA8 9BJ
Kyle Stroke Club meet up once a week (Tuesdays 1pm-3pm) for activities, chat and a get together. It’s an invaluable support to people who are living with stroke and it just wouldn’t run without the support of our wonderful volunteers.
Can you please help us?
Preparing sandwiches
Making teas and coffee
Chatting to members and helping with activities
Driving - MIDAS training might be available.
Trustee
Pilton Equalities Project
Postcode: EH4 4EL
Set and maintain PEP's vision, mission and values, support strategic development of services, establish and monitor policies, monitor employment procedures alongside Manager, support the Manager, promote the organisation.
Passenger Assistant (Escort)
Pilton Equalities Project
Postcode: EH4 4EL
Our escorts will receive training that will make them competent in assisting frailer older people in wheelchairs. This training is an accredited course where students will receive a nationally recognised certificate Passenger Assistant Training Scheme (PATS). Must be willing to undertake a disclosure through the PVG Scheme
Activities Helper / Befriender
Libertus Services
Postcode: EH16 6RN
Libertus is a South Edinburgh based charity. We are looking for enthusiastic people to help us with some of the activities & projects which we run. These range from creating bi monthly radio shows, producing films & documentaries, annual theatre productions, intergenerational projects, alternative therapies, exercise & arts and crafts. You will be working with older people, younger people and people living with special needs. Particularly interested in hearing from people with web based skills.
Care Assistant / Passenger Assistant
Libertus Services
Postcode: EH16 6RN
This opportunity is about building relationships with our members and to help them carry out everyday tasks within the day care centre. Your Role would be to support and encourage our clients in their activities assisting them with mobilisation and general comfort. Communicating with them and help them build their confidence and self-esteem. You would also be required to assist on our buses by helping passengers get on and off the vehicle ensure they are secure along with any wheelchairs, baggag
Pre-School Children Family Befriender
Home Link Family Support.
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Every family needs something different, but they all love someone to talk to who isn’t going to judge or criticise them. The children are under 5 so they just want to play, sing, hear stories and run about outside. By turning up once a week for 2 hours you can help to de-stress a family and help them to enjoy their kids, because you are there to take a little of the pressure off. By regular visiting you will help families connect with their communities, feel more confident and be more resilient.
Day Care Assistant - Thursday Club
Calton Welfare Services
Postcode: EH7 5EP
Volunteers would help to organise games and activities to stimulate and provide exercise for dementia sufferers. Would also help to provide lunch and breakfast, by making food, clearing tables and washing/drying dishes. A rota system is in place so everyone takes a turn at different duties. There would also be a chance for conversation and reminiscence, to enable the volunteer to get to know everyone better. The atmosphere is one of fun and laughter and provides a great deal of satisfaction.
Under 12s Clubs Volunteer
Pilton Youth And Children'S Project
Postcode: EH4 4BH
We are looking for volunteers to support our youth work team to deliver open access clubs for children aged 5-12 in at our fun, friendly (and often loud!) youth centre in West Pilton, one of the most deprived areas of Edinburgh.
Volunteers will provide a warm welcome and a supportive atmosphere, as well as helping with the delivery of activities such as cooking, creative play, art and craft, outdoor activities and sports, depending on their skills and interests (no experience necessary!)
Befriender (for elderly lady)
City of Edinburgh Council - Health & Social Care Department
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
We are looking for a volunteer to befriend a women in her 80s. She is socially isolated and lacks confidence to go out on her own. We are looking for someone who can volunteer on a regular basis and go out with this person for coffee, walks (Cramond, Botanics) and to the shops.
Person is still very independent and active so needs minimal assistance. Car is essential for this role.
Befriender for Elderly People
City of Edinburgh Council - Health & Social Care Department
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
We are looking for volunteers to befriend elderly people living in their own homes. The aim is to reduce social isolation and feeling of loneliness amongst the elderly people. By providing 1:1 support you will also indirectly support people’s family by giving them short respite and/or someone to talk to.
Ageing Well Volunteer
Edinburgh Leisure
Postcode: EH7 6AE
Lead or support activities for older people in local communities. Activities include walking, cycling, seated exercise, gardening, indoor curling, swimming, dancing and singing. A social element provides opportunities for participants to share experiences and develop new friendships. Many volunteers choose to undertake additional training to lead or support activities amongst their peers. Other volunteers help out supporting promotional events.
Driver
Caring in Craigmillar
Postcode: EH16 4NX
Assisting our members to and from the Minibus, operating the tailift and securing members safely ensuring regulations relating to our transport policy are adhered to at all times. Treating our members with dignity and respect at all times, contribute positively with the staff team. Willingness to participate in relevant training as deemed necessary
Workshop Facilitators
Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) Scotland
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Deliver workshops for participants from varied backgrounds - must attend 3 weekend workshops to experience programme and train yourself. Facilitators attend a L1, L2 then a training weekend, then are expected to complete their "apprenticeship" of a minimum of 3 workshops delivered within one calendar year. Workshop facilitation involves, public speaking, explaining exercises, assisting with individual learning, helping to explain tasks, running & coming up with ideas for light and lively games.
Gardener
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop
Postcode: EH6 4JT
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop (ESW) is looking for volunteers to help with maintaining the grounds around our building which will include weeding and clearing foliage, some trimming of hedges and other similar jobs. Time commitment requirement is dependent on the person applying and their availability, even just 1 day would be good and we are also open to people coming regularly over the summer.
Head Gardener
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop
Postcode: EH6 4JT
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop has three areas of planted open ground alongside its purpose built sculpture making facilities adjoining the cyclepath on Hawthornvale in Newhaven. The original planting scheme is faring well but we need to be able to maintain it properly and are looking for someone who would be able to help us with this, either to discuss the best approach with members of staff and do some work on it, or to supervise some volunteers on specified work days.
Online Listings Volunteer
British Heart Foundation Shop (Nicolson Street)
Postcode: EH8 9EJ
If you’re tech savvy and know your way around eBay; have a keen eye for unusual or sort after collectables then join our volunteering team. Come and be amazed at some of the items that are donated to your local store and strike gold with those rare finds.
We’ve got dedicated eBay resources to help and assist you with this unique volunteering role. Research the interesting items; package them in our eBay boxes and send them off to be sold at our eBay HQ.
Telephone / Admin Volunteer
British Heart Foundation Shop (Nicolson Street)
Postcode: EH8 9EJ
We’re always looking for friendly, confident and helpful people to join our team and become the voice of your local shop. You will be the first point of contact for our customers helping them with any enquiries and arranging collections for donations.
Come and be a part of your local team and learn customer service skills and gain experience.
Fundraising Volunteer
LifeCare
Postcode: EH4 1JB
This role is about supporting the in-house Fundraising team whilst learning new skills surrounding Fundraising Strategy and Implementation. You will be given a project - Challenge Events, Tribute Funds, Legacies, Income-Generating Events, Corporates or Local Campaigns - and you will work directly with the Fundraising Manager to turn the strategy into a reality. The role will involve developing skills in marketing, communications, donor support and relationship development.
History Talk Assistant
LifeCare
Postcode: EH4 1JB
The History Talk Assistant will be required to help with the running and future planning of the very successful monthly History Talks which take place at LifeCare's Café Life (Stockbridge) Duties will include: room preparation, chatting with attendees as they arrive, help with coffees/teas when needed. Mix and mingle during the break, quiz and afterwards encourage feedback of the event .Tidy the space after the event . help promote the talks and research/plan future talks.
Volunteer Fundraising Group Member
NSPCC
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
Are you looking for a flexible and varied volunteering opportunity which allows you to be part of a team? Could you champion the work of NSPCC Scotland in your local area, helping us to raise funds to support our work and keep children in Scotland safe?
We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers from across Scotland to create fundraising groups within their local communities. You’ll have the chance to shape and drive the activities of the group and raise vital funds for children.
Planning and Managing Events
Edinburgh Inter-Faith Association
Postcode: EH2 4BJ
Helping to identify interesting topics around faith and belief to engage and attract participants. Helping to plan and advertise the event. Helping to run and manage the event on the evening. Welcoming guest ensuring everything is in place including room set up, speakers, food, evaluations forms and audio visual requirements.
Trustee
Garioch Community Kitchen
Postcode: AB51 3QB
Garioch Community Kitchen exist to enhance the health and well-being of all sectors of the community in Central Aberdeenshire. We provide a range of services including informative food workshops in a safe and supported environment, delivering practical and nutritional information and teaching transferable food skills in the Wyness Hall and on an outreach basis. We work in partnership with other agencies and groups to promote healthy cooking and eating choices.
We are looking for motivated, local individuals who can contribute their knowledge and skill base to the Charity. It is essential our Committee is made up of people with varying skill sets and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from the private, public and/or third sector.
Committee meetings are held quarterly, and Committee members are expected to attend with email communication outwith these meetings. Trustees are responsible for the governance of the Charity and to support the Business Development Manager.
Project Grow, Assistant Team Leader
Polbeth and West Calder Community Garden SCIO
Postcode: EH55 8BQ
The Assistant Team Leader for Project Grow will be trained in volunteer management and horticulture. This is an excellent opportunity to boost your employability skills, meet new people and contribute to your community.
Polbeth and West Calder Community Garden is an award winning community hub. The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced gardener at the community garden with the goal of growing flowers for hanging baskets and planters which will displayed around West Calder and Polbeth. Any specific interests will be encouraged where possible and there are opportunities to be involved in other projects based at the garden such as growing vegetables, education and our workshop.
The successful candidate will receive first aid training. They will also learn about horticulture, tool maintenance, risk assessments, volunteer management, and leadership.
Charity Trustees
Aberdeen in Recovery (AiR)
Postcode: AB25 1BT
Aberdeen in Recovery (AiR) was granted Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) charitable status in March this year. We are now looking to find talented, passionate and skilled people to fill some vacant seats on our Board of Trustees to help us grow and develop our innovative and solution focused new charity. This is a unique opportunity to help lay the foundations to ensure AiR has a long-term future as a charity with solid processes in place to ensure it meets its mission of:
“To be a bridge from ‘dependence’ to ‘independence’ for the individual seeking to recover from problematic substance use and addictive behaviours”.
This is such an exciting and invigorating prospect for individuals to get involved and be participant in the tsunami of change which is now gaining momentum and being driven by “Experts by Experience” and the vibrant Lived Experienced Communities which are blossoming, not only locally but are now established as a national phenomena.
Since its conception, AiR and its members have worked tirelessly to establish and build collaborative relationships with professional services and third sector support agencies. We have consistently driven the message that individuals who have personal lived/living experience of active substance use, including Family members who have been affected by the addictive behaviours of a loved one, and the Recovery Communities they represent have something valid, essential and extremely beneficial to bring to described Recovery Orientated Systems of Care (ROSC). We can provide existing services and clinical structural systems with resources, skills and capabilities that they, no matter how much effort, time and money they invest, will never be able to offer or provide.
So, it gives the greatest of pleasure to see this is now recognised on the highest levels that “Recoverists” can productively contribute to the design, development and delivery of truly person-centred ROSC. This being evidenced by the vision, philosophy and content of the Scottish Governments “Rights, Respect and Recovery” Drug and Alcohol Strategy.
We also believe it is reaffirmed by the recent success in being granted funding from the Government’s National Development Fund, with our principle partner Alcohol and Drugs Action (ADA), for our ‘Recovery Peer Pathway’ joint two-year project. This collaborative venture will build on three years of pilot work to further establish and build proactive and productive Developmental Pathways within ADA and their Volunteer network while in synergy with AiR membership for individuals who desire to initiate change in their behaviours and outlook as they progress on their recovery journeys within, and imperatively out-with, statutory and formal support services.
We believe that the blue sky thinking behind this project categorically and emphatically fits with the expectations, outcomes and concepts of the above Government policy.
So, if you have lived experience, or a stakeholder interest, and a passion for recovery and are willing to give of yourself that another may learn, you will not find a better opportunity to indulge your appetite than from within Aberdeen in Recovery.
For more information please contact Dermot Craig, Recovery Community Development Manager at E Mail: dermot@aberdeeninrecovery.org or tel.: 01224 638342 / Mobile: 07751 213108.
Care Experienced Peer Mentor
Y Sort-It
Postcode: G81 1UJ
We are looking for peer mentors who are 18-30 and have had experience of the care system. This may be a supervision requirement at home; time spent in a children’s unit; foster care or kinship care. The mentors should have some connection with West Dunbartonshire either current or in the past. Mentors will be asked to mentor care experienced young people in West Dunbartonshire once per week for up to a year.
Volunteer Drivers
Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen
Postcode: AB11 5RW
Foodbanks in Aberdeen provide emergency food and vital support to local people experiencing crisis in Aberdeen City. Every day people go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy, poverty to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income.
The Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen coordinates food banks in the city while guiding users towards services that can help prevent people becoming reliant on these resources.
Partners include, Community Food Initiatives North East (CFINE), Instant Neighbour Trust and Aberdeen Cyrenians.
As well as providing emergency food, all partners are committed to promoting employment, signposting to money advice, debt management and household budgeting services, and other sources of support to develop resilience and help people to move on and out of poverty.
We are currently recruiting Volunteer Drivers to help in our vital work. This will include assisting with aspects such as deliveries of produce to the Food-Bank Partnership base in Poynernook Road, Aberdeen and to our partner outlets across the City. If you can spare a few hours to help with this or wish to discuss any other volunteer opportunities we currently have please get in touch. This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting partnership, gain good experience and make a real difference to local communities in Aberdeen.
For further details please contact us at:
e-mail: e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org
tel.: 01224 596156.
Online Retail Assistant
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Postcode: EH15 1EH
This is a varied role that offers the opportunity to gain experience in online retail whilst supporting local animal welfare charity, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home.
Online retail volunteers carry out a wide range of tasks which includes the preparation, research, pricing and listing of clothing, accessories and homewares to sell online.
Fundraising and Events Volunteer
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
This opportunity involves assisting in the planning and organising of a number of fundraising initiatives including administrative office based tasks. Attendance at fundraising event. Placement and collections of charity cans. Promotion of fundraising activities. Raise awareness of the charity, generating support for the Home in the local community. Participate as part of a team which includes staff and other volunteers.
Day Services Volunteer - Alzheimer Scotland
Alzheimer Scotland Harbour Centre Day Service (Ardrossan)
Postcode: KA22 8AN
Volunteer to help with activities at Day Care Service for individuals with Alzheimer
Sooty Charity Box Collector (Fundraising)
Royal National Institute of Blind People (Middlesborough)
Postcode: KW15 1HR
The sooner these donations are made available for the benefit of blind and partially sighted people the more efficient we can be in the delivery of our services.
Did you know that £700,000 was raised from loose change last year? It costs £1 to produce a Braille, large print or audio catalogue to tell blind and partially sighted people about the latest products to make life easier, and £15 to pay for an in depth benefits check to ensure that blind or partially sighted people are receiving the help they are entitled to. The money you raise can help us provide these vital services.
Playgroup Volunteer
Danestone Community Centre
Postcode: AB22 8ZP
Busy Bees Playgroup is looking for an enthusiastic, person who enjoys working with children. This opportunity is to help support our 2 Playgroup Leaders.
A variety of activities would be included in this role, from playing games, painting, craft making and most importantly having FUN !
Busy Bees is a small playgroup with up to 20 children aged between 2 yrs and pre-school nursery age.
A fantastic and enjoyable opportunity to help and gain good experience in a dynamic Playgroup and Community Centre. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference. For more details please contact:
Lyndsay Johnstone
E Mail: danestonecentre@btinternet.com / tel.: 01224 828333
RSPB Pin Badge Box Volunteers
RSPB Scotland (Aberdeen)
Postcode: AB10 1YP
An RSPB pin badge volunteer plays a vital role in raising funds within their local community, helping to give nature a home across the country. The role involves looking after an existing pin badge box site, or placing new ones, topping it up with badges, collecting and banking funds, as well as recording monies online and ordering replacement stock.
For just a couple of hours each month, a little time makes a huge difference to the RSPB’s work.
The role is flexible to suit the volunteer’s existing commitments and full training and support will be provided. Travel expenses can be reclaimed to ensure the volunteer is not out-of-pocket.
It is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to boost their skills and make a difference through volunteering, helping to save Scotland’s wildlife and habitats.
For more details please contact Lynne Hayton at E Mail: lynne.hayton@rspb.org.uk or Tel No: 01224 624824.
Macmillan Move More Walk Leader
Leisure and Culture Dundee
Postcode: DD1 1DD
Walk leaders can make a significant difference to people’s lives as when you’re living with or after cancer, physical activity can help you make a positive change to your life. Doctors used to advise people to rest as much as possible during and after cancer treatment, however we now know that too much rest results in loss of muscle strength and low energy levels. It is for this reason that we are delivering the Move More project. The aim of the project is to support anyone affected by cancer to become more active by walking.
Health walkers can enjoy a whole range of benefits including increased strength, improved mood and increased social interactions with local people and the local area. Walking requires no special equipment or expense and is the ideal way for most people to become more active.
Volunteer Independent Advocate
Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service
Postcode: DG1 1DF
The role is to provide Advocacy to vulnerable people across Dumfries & Galloway. To both empower and enable clients to be heard and to take as much control of their situation as is possible.
Being an Advocate involves listening and making sure the client's thoughts and wishes are understood and that the clients voice is heard. It is about the client being in control of their own situation.
As well as face-to-face client meetings there will be a requirement for updates about the progression of the clients case. These can be either hand written or electronic, full training will be given. You will also be required to attend meetings with the client and source information to allow the person to make informed choices.
You will make a difference to other people's lives; develop new skills and meet new people and you will work alongside a small friendly team.
Escort (by arm or wheelchair)
Fife Shopmobility Ltd Dunfermline
Postcode: KY12 7NF
Fife Shopmobility gives a volunteer the opportunity to meet with a person using a wheelchair or scooter, escort them whilst they do their shopping and support them with their shopping needs.
Youth Club Volunteer
Muirhead Outreach Project Limited
Postcode: KY6 2DA
Do you have an interest in working with children and Young People? We have clubs that run 3 evenings per week (during term-time) and daytime clubs (during school holidays).
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and keen to engage and work with them to get the most out of their time at the club. Club duties will include:
- Supervision of children and activities
- Facilitating conversations with and between the children
- Transporting children to and from club or off site activities
- Supporting the team with preparations for the club as required
- Be a visible presence among the group and upholding the values of the charity
Retail Volunteers
Debra Charity Shop Dunfermline
Postcode: KY12 7NU
The role involves all shop floor duties including greeting, serving customers and till work. The processing of all stock, stocking the shelves and helping with layout and displays.
Customer Sales Assistant
DEBRA Charity Shop (Helensburgh)
Postcode: G81 1UJ
We are looking for a Customer Sales Assistant; we would like someone with an outgoing nature and enthusiastic personality to fill this role as Customer Sales Assistant.
As a Customer Sales Assistant you must be friendly and reliable with a helpful nature.
The main parts of the role includes: talking to customers and assisting customers. Helping out customers by knowing the location and cost of the items for sale. Other tasks would be: making up information packs for the charity and selling badges etc.
Charity Shop Lead Volunteer (East Port Branch)
Childrens Hospices Across Scotland
Postcode: KY12 7JB
CHAS are looking for a friendly, organised individual who works well in a team environment to be responsible for opening/closing the shop and supervising the team of volunteers, helping ensure they're confident and supported in their role. If you're looking to learn new skills and meet new people, joining the team will help raise vital funds for CHAS - funds that will make a difference to children and young people with life-shortening conditions.
Section Leader and Assistant Leader
The Scout Association (Edinburgh)
Postcode: EH6 5EQ
The District comprises 17 Groups, most of which offer young people the opportunity to join their age section which are Beavers (ages 6-8); Cubs (ages 8-10 & 1/2); Scouts (ages 10 & 1/2 to 14) and Explorers (ages 14 – 18). The roles are for Section Leaders where you will be fully supported by the District Team
Catering and Kitchen Assistant
Community Alliance Trust (CAT)
Postcode: EH16 4BG
Working in a professional kitchen or in the community café and get the chance to learn about the catering industry. The kind of volunteering opportunities that are available at The White House would be from food preparation, general kitchen work, front of house serving, clearing tables.
Fundraising Group Member
Crisis Skylight Edinburgh
Postcode: EH8 8DT
Join people with a common interest to start a Crisis Fundraising Group. Plan and organise fundraising events and collections with group members. A group could be any number of people from 3 upwards, and we expect the group to organise 3 events per year (e.g coffee morning, Bag pack, Quiz, cake bake, book club, Outdoor collections). Keeping records of the group’s financial activities and arranging submission of funds raised. Ensure all supporters have a positive experience of supporting the char
Young Leader 121 Scouts
171st Scout Group
Postcode: G77 5LT
Ready to begin your adventure? There are five sections you can join, depending on your age. The activities and opportunities vary but what is the same is that each will empower you to make friends, learn skills and try new things.
Scouting Volunteers Eastwood
Eastwood District Scout Council
Postcode: G78 1LR
You can I help with Scouting whatever your gender, age, abilities and skills. Simply let us know your availability and how you would like to help and we will match this to roles within your local area.
You do not need to have a background in Scouting
If your child is in Scouting, You could help
Many of our helpers and Leaders are parents of our youth Members. This is for a number of reasons including being able to see first hand how Scouting benefits young people and wanting to give something back, being able to spend more time with their child and realising that volunteering for Scouting is enjoyable and teaches them new skills. Speak to your child’s Section Leader to discuss how you might become involved.
You can help out on a flexible basis.
Whether you can help out once a fortnight, month or term or just at special events or camps, there is bound to be a role you can play. Learn more.
Although Scouting is a uniformed organisation, adults in Scouting do not have to wear a uniform.
What is the process for joining?
There is an application form to fill out which someone in your Group will be able to help you with. For some roles you will be required to meet a small group of people outside of the Group to discuss the role you wish to take on. References are also required for some roles. An enhanced Criminal Records (or equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland) check is carried out on all volunteers.
Assistant Leader
section Assistant
Occasional Helper/Parent
Young Leader (14-18)
Chairman
Treasurer
Secretary
Group Scout Leader
District Le
Fundraising Mentor
Sported (UK)
Postcode: G78 1LR
Our volunteer fundraising mentors are paired with community sports clubs who need expertise in fundraising to become more sustainable and increase their capacity.
We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference so you’ll be paired with a group that are doing really inspiring work.
These groups are doing incredible work but require some guidance around fundraising in order to make them more sustainable and increase their capacity…this is where you come in.
If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch.
Sewer and Merchandiser
Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO
Postcode: G78 1LR
The sewing and merchandiser role will involve sewing cushions, steaming clothes and keeping display of stock rotated including arranging clothes on stands
Female Carers Peer Group Volunteer Facilitator
East Renfrewshire Carers' Centre
Postcode: G78 1LR
The monthly female peer group is for unpaid carers who look after a relative or friend who has an illness, disability, addiction or are frail or elderly. The group allows carers to meet others in a similar situation, time out from their caring role and access support and information. The facilitator would welcome carers, encourage discussion and liaise with a member of staff to organise relevant speakers if and when requested by carers
Play Schemes Volunteer Activity Assistant Summer 2020
Cosgrove Care (East Renfrewshire)
Postcode: G46 6LD
We are recruiting volunteers for our child services summer school holidays' play schemes, over 4 weeks. A minimum of two days volunteering commitment required.
Mondays – Thursdays
13th July - 6th August 2020 inclusive
Volunteers will receive an induction and will be under supervision at all times and will be involved in supporting primary school age children, with a range of learning disabilities such as autism, in a variety of creative, fun and practical activities such as arts and crafts, music, drama, dance and baking. You may like to share your own hobbies or interests with the children, such as music or football or help with an outing to the local swimming pool, soft play area or a trip further afield to Edinburgh or the Ayrshire coast
Drama Group Volunteer Activity Assistant
Cosgrove Care (East Renfrewshire)
Postcode: G78 1LR
Would you like to join in the fun of our Monday afternoon ‘Drama class’? where it’s all about encouraging creativity and fun within the group of adults we support?
We are looking for volunteers to assist with our adult services Monday afternoon Drama groups where the emphasis is on encouraging participation and creativity through drama in a fun, supportive environment. This volunteering role will suit someone who is calm, friendly and helpful. It is also a good opportunity for someone interested in gaining experience of supporting adults with a range of learning disabilities, to get the most out of their time in a creative setting.
Female Volunteer Swimming Pool Companion
Cosgrove Care (East Renfrewshire)
Postcode: G78 1LR
We’re looking for a female volunteer to assist our Support Worker accompany an older woman, who has multiple support needs, with her much loved weekly swimming session. The role will suit someone who has a calm/friendly/reassuring manner and is comfortable in the pool. The woman supported wears a swimming aid at all times and uses a swimming noodle. The role does not include responsibility for the woman’s safety/personal care nor does it require any life-saving skills
Volunteer Campaigners
East Renfrewshire Disability Action
Postcode: G78 1LR
To promote and lobby for equality acroos all areas of disability, raise awareness of group and increase membership to allow the voice of people with disabilities to inform decision that have an impact on their lives.
Board Member
Relationships Scotland Orkney
Postcode: KW15 1GU
Relationships Scotland Orkney (RSO) is a voluntary organisation affiliated to the national body Relationships Scotland. RSO provides a range of services to support individuals, couples, children, young people, families, and promotes positive and respectful relationships in our community. Services include individual and relationship counselling, family mediation, play therapy, substance misuse support and a Child Contact Centre.
RSO are currently looking for Board members with a range of skills but in particular need someone with finance skills to act as Treasurer. If you are interested please contact June Anderson or Renate Andrews on 877750 for an informal chat.
Horticulture Activities Assistant
Lifestyles
Postcode: KW15 1RP
St Colms has a large polytunnel and garden area with cold frames where they grow and sell plants.
We are looking for volunteers to assist adults with learning disabilities with horticulture activities.
This could be in the polytunnel or outdoors. Tasks include sowing seeds, planting out seedlings, weeding and watering. This would suit someone with an interest in gardening but experience is not necessary as training will be given. Tasks will be arranged to suit ability and preference.
Youth Ambassador
Dundee Volunteer & Voluntary Action
Postcode: DD2 1XF
A Youth Ambassador will be involved in promoting Saltire Awards, inspiring other young people to volunteer, make decisions for the annual summit awards and organising the annual Youth Volunteering Awards. An ambassador will attend monthly meeting and has the opportunity to be involved in fundraising events for the annual awards evening. Being an ambassador will also involve the individual engaging and inspiring their peers to uptake volunteering opportunities in Dundee. The role fits in well with those who currently volunteer at other organisations and can be used as a tool to promote a variety of youth volunteering opportunities across the city.
Active Women Swim Teacher
Leisure and Culture Dundee
Postcode: DD2 3AQ
As part of the Aquatics team your role will be teaching swimming within a session for women with modesty issues, many of whom are members of the BME community. The customers will have a variety of needs from non-swimmers to improving stroke technique or learning a new stroke. The swim teacher will work with individuals within the session, working to the individual needs of the customer. A positive experience in a comfortable setting can improve the health and wellbeing of customers as well as building their confidence as they learn a new skill. Translator/interpreter skills would be advantageous.
Meet and Greet Assistant - Lochee
Leisure and Culture Dundee
Postcode: DD2 3AQ
Although our Active Women session is open to all women a high percentage of our customers are from the BME community. These sessions are intended to provide a comfortable environment for those who would feel uneasy being in the pool supervised by staff members of the opposite sex. We are therefore looking for female volunteers with translator interpreter skills to meet and greet our customers, show them to the changing rooms and poolside. You should be aware that the session is held in a Leisure Centre resulting in variable temperatures.
Customer Service Volunteer - Mobility Aids (Galashiels)
British Red Cross (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD7 4LN
Come and join our friendly team based in Galashiels and support your local community!
We provide people in your community with wheelchairs on a short-term basis.
Our Customer Service Volunteers use their people and administration skills to serve the public who require a wheelchair or other mobility equipment.
Your time will help keep people in your community stay independent by accessing a wheelchair.
Volunteer duties may include:
• Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) using a computer based stock control system.
• Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs (and other equipment).
• Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment) by telephone, face to face and online.
We can offer the opportunity to meet new people and to be part of a dynamic and inclusive team, free training and ongoing upskilling, reimbursement of out of pocket expenses as well as a chance to make a difference to local lives.
Customer Service Volunteer - Mobility Aids (Galashiels)
British Red Cross (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: EH43 6AE
Come and join our friendly team based in Galashiels and support your local community!
We provide people in your community with wheelchairs on a short-term basis.
Our Customer Service Volunteers use their people and administration skills to serve the public who require a wheelchair or other mobility equipment.
Your time will help keep people in your community stay independent by accessing a wheelchair.
Volunteer duties may include:
• Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) using a computer based stock control system.
• Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs (and other equipment).
• Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment) by telephone, face to face and online.
We can offer the opportunity to meet new people and to be part of a dynamic and inclusive team, free training and ongoing upskilling, reimbursement of out of pocket expenses as well as a chance to make a difference to local lives.
Neighbourhood Links Volunteer
British Red Cross (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD7 4LN
To be a part of neighbourhood links team who work to help people to live independently and to partake in community and social activities. Our aim is to reduce loneliness and support people in crisis.
You will be providing one to one short-term practical support to an elderly person for up to 6 weeks. You will offering friendly and confidential support and companionship for older people.
Volunteer’s duties may include:
Help with short term shopping, collecting prescriptions.
Accompanying the service user on initial trips out to build confidence.
Enabling, supporting and encouraging people to develop/redevelop skills needed for daily independent living.
Neighbourhood Links Volunteer
British Red Cross (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD6 9PN
To be a part of neighbourhood links team who work to help people to live independently and to partake in community and social activities. Our aim is to reduce loneliness and support people in crisis.
You will be providing one to one short-term practical support to an elderly person for up to 6 weeks. You will offering friendly and confidential support and companionship for older people.
Volunteer’s duties may include:
Help with short term shopping, collecting prescriptions.
Accompanying the service user on initial trips out to build confidence.
Enabling, supporting and encouraging people to develop/redevelop skills needed for daily independent living.
Neighbourhood Links Volunteer
British Red Cross (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD5 7HF
To be a part of neighbourhood links team who work to help people to live independently and to partake in community and social activities. Our aim is to reduce loneliness and support people in crisis.
You will be providing one to one short-term practical support to an elderly person for up to 6 weeks. You will offering friendly and confidential support and companionship for older people.
Volunteer’s duties may include:
Help with short term shopping, collecting prescriptions.
Accompanying the service user on initial trips out to build confidence.
Enabling, supporting and encouraging people to develop/redevelop skills needed for daily independent living.
Display and Merchandise Volunteer
Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD1 1BZ
This is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role as part of the shop team volunteers. Working in a friendly atmosphere while providing an extremely useful and appreciated role.
The role includes:
Selecting stock for shop windows.
Organising a theme for the displays.
Dressing window models and window displays.
Dressing interior displays.
Stock Room Assistant
Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 9BP
This is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role as part of the shop team volunteers. Working in a friendly atmosphere while providing an extremely useful and appreciated role. The role includes sorting stock, hanging and ticketing stock, steaming stock, ticketing bric-a –brac, pricing books and help keep the stock room clean and tidy.
Charity Shop Administrator
Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD6 9PA
The role includes:
Preparing and counting the float for the till.
Dealing with potential volunteer enquiries.
Completing the required paperwork for volunteer support.
Cashing up the till.
Completing the necessary banking paperwork.
Completing the weekly and monthly shop and head office returns.
Undertaking stock counts.
Listening Volunteer
Borders Samaritans
Postcode: TD7 4BL
With over 200 branches and 18,000 volunteers in UK and ROI, Samaritans is volunteer led. The Selkirk Branch has around 35 Listening Volunteers and some Support Volunteers. Thorough training is given to all trainees, and a commitment of 3 hours per week is required by all Listening Volunteers. All Listening Volunteers support callers via telephone, email and SMS texting, with an average of over 5,000 branch contacts per year.
Annual on going training is provided, with additional opportunities to attend national and regional Conferences.
No experience is required, but an aptitude to listen is helpful.
Support Group Volunteer
Momentum Skills (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: EH43 6AE
To run a monthly lunch group for adults who have an acquired brain injury. This is an informal and fun group of about 10 people who all get on and have a laugh together.
To support adults with acquired brain injury have an enjoyable lunch together in the community. The role involves chatting to service users and helping them socialise.
The lunch venues and tables will be organised and booked by our administrator so you are only required to attend on the day and have fun. The role may involve giving some advice and reassurance about sensitive matters but any specific 1-1 support will be passed on to their rehab worker at Momentum.
Following the group, any concerns/issues should be passed onto Momentum staff and a register taken.
Support Group Volunteer
Momentum Skills (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD7 4LN
To run a monthly lunch group for adults who have an acquired brain injury. This is an informal and fun group of about 10 people who all get on and have a laugh together.
To support adults with acquired brain injury have an enjoyable lunch together in the community. The role involves chatting to service users and helping them socialise.
The lunch venues and tables will be organised and booked by our administrator so you are only required to attend on the day and have fun. The role may involve giving some advice and reassurance about sensitive matters but any specific 1-1 support will be passed on to their rehab worker at Momentum.
Following the group, any concerns/issues should be passed onto Momentum staff and a register taken.
Volunteer Befriender (Berwickshire)
Momentum Skills (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD11 3AF
The Volunteer Befriender will provide conversation and accompany a Momentum Service User, living in Berwickshire, to access and enjoy a range of social and recreational activities, while also personally gaining enjoyment from the social experiences.
The Befriender will provide companionship and conversation to our 39 year old Service User, who has an interesting, strong, unique and resilient personality and some degree of physical impairment. Examples of his interests and activities include outings (e.g. to the zoo, art galleries, 10 Pin Bowling, Premier league darts, football matches, occasional music concerts - an “Indie” fan, occasional bingo, window shopping, and going for a coffee). He also enjoys watching sport on TV, moderately short walks, communicating by social media and discussing current affairs. He would like to be accompanied when travelling (either by someone who drives or on buses, etc.), including for occasional medical appointments.
Volunteer Befriender
Alzheimer Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD1 1BT
Many people with dementia can often feel isolated and lonely. As a befriender, you can help to make a real difference to the lives of people living with dementia in the following ways:
- Provide more opportunities for social contact and companionship
- Support to develop life story book, engage reminiscence.
- Support people to build relationships with others.
- Motivate people to take up old hobbies and interests again, or develop new ones.
- Encourage people to take part in local groups and activities.
- Care home befriending with residents who have a diagnosis of dementia and do not have regular visitors.
You will be matched with a person living in your area with similar interests and life experiences.
Volunteer Befriender
Alzheimer Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD5 7JP
Many people with dementia can often feel isolated and lonely. As a befriender, you can help to make a real difference to the lives of people living with dementia in the following ways:
- Provide more opportunities for social contact and companionship
- Support to develop life story book, engage reminiscence.
- Support people to build relationships with others.
- Motivate people to take up old hobbies and interests again, or develop new ones.
- Encourage people to take part in local groups and activities.
- Care home befriending with residents who have a diagnosis of dementia and do not have regular visitors.
You will be matched with a person living in your area with similar interests and life experiences.
Fundraising and Events Volunteer
Alzheimer Scotland (Scottish Borders)
Postcode: TD9 9EF
The purpose of this role is to support Borders Services to raise funds to enhance Alzheimer Scotland’s support to people with dementia and their carers.
This may include participating in and/or supporting activities such as fundraising collections, motivating our event participants as part of a Cheer Squad, researching possible opportunities for our charity and/or raining awareness about our service(s), staffing stands at memory walks and other planned events. These roles may at times require lone working.
Role Description:
1. To participate in and assist with cash collection and coordinating of monies raised at events and activities.
2. To participate in event set up, coordination and de-rigging where required.
3. To signpost queries relating to Dementia as required.
4. To help with licencing and liaising with proprietors for collection dates.
5. To be an inspirational and motivations voice for our supporters.
6. To document potential ideas that the charity could adopt.
7. To attend training to be informed about dementia and to attend any other necessary training relevant to volunteering role.
8. To carry out any other reasonable duties requested of the volunteer.
9. To be an ambassador for our charity.
Driver
Smiddybrae House (OIC)
Postcode: KW17 2HH
The person would need to be MIDAS trained which Smiddybrae would consider putting a volunteer through, should there be a volunteer interested who does not have a suitable MIDAS qualification. The requirement is that the volunteer would have to have a D! on their license prior to MIDAS training.n
Cinema Club Helper
Link Up Whitfield (DVVA)
Postcode: DD4 0DX
Link Up Whitfield’s Cinema Club is on every second Friday afternoon at 1pm, but you would need to be available from 11 30am to 4pm.
The volunteer will help set up the chairs for the cinema club, preparing the teas and coffees and also being available to help the projectionist move the equipment into place (projector and other equipment).
Also to help to record the number of people attending, help new participants to complete their membership forms and other small admin tasks that may arise.
Knittting Patterns for various charities
Volunteer Centre Western Isles
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Knitting patterns available for groups to copy and use for knitting groups
Youth Board Member
Volunteer Centre Western Isles
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Keen volunteer? Want to learn and develop through involvement in a board of trustees? We are looking for young people between 18 - 30 with an interest in volunteering and a desire to be involved in the work of the Volunteer Centre to join our board. We want to develop a stronger youth perspective and add to the range of skills and experience on our board. Ability to work with other board members and staff is essential, possibly in sub groups dealing with specific bits of governance work.
Voluntary General Advisor
Citizens Advice Bureau (Uist)
Postcode: HS7 5LH
To advise on benefits, consumer law, employment financial etc
A week's training will be provided all expenses paid in Stornoway.
A commitment of 1 day per week required ( could be 2 half days).
(Stornoway) Branch Chair
Save the Children (Western Isles)
Postcode: HS1 2DR
Safe the Children has had a branch in Lewis since 1965 and a shop since 1984. At present we have approximately 50 volunteers who support the shop and branch. We are looking for someone who is committed to the work of Save the Children, with enthusiasm for fundraising and developing new ideas as well as promoting the ethos of Save the Children. By helping us you really can make a difference to children around the world. We have a happy working atmosphere and volunteers find the social contact enjoyable and theraputic.
Social media support
British Red Cross (Lewis Branch)
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Help with social media, facebook and Instagram. This is a flexible volunteering opportunity and would work well with Duke of Edinburgh and Saltire Awards
(Stornoway) Shop Volunteer
British Red Cross (Lewis Branch)
Postcode: HS1 2DU
British Red Cross charity shops sell second-hand designer and vintage clothes, plus gifts, books, furniture and more, with all profits going towards the organisation's work both overseas and in the UK.
Volunteers are needed to assist with various retail duties, including:
- cashiering
- greeting and helping customers
- sorting new donations
- displaying merchandise
- general tidying and cleaning of the shop
- getting the items ready for re-sale e.g. ironing, pricing
The shop is open Monday to Saturday. You can choose to volunteer on a regular, weekly basis, or add your name to the list for short-term/emergency cover.The volunteer will continually deal with members of the public. Therefore gaining experience in dealing with people and handling money while helping to raise funds for this worthwhile cause.
(Stornoway) Shop Assistant
Blythswood Trust (Western Isles)
Postcode: HS1 2DG
This is a Christian organisation that require help with general duties in the shop but in particular sorting and bagging clothes and other items donated but also including, tidying the shop, helping customers
One off volunteering (Talks, beauty treatments)
Western Isles Rape Crisis Centre
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Anyone interested in volunteering any services that may help in relaxation e.g. to be of benefit to the group
Committee members (Youth)
Lewis & Harris Youth Club Association
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Meet once a month, for approx 1 hour
Help organise interclub events, sports nights, quizzes , competitions etc
Learn how to become an event organiser
Take charge of organising club nights
Work with Scaladale committee and help at the centre
Help to create, support and strengthen Youth Cubs in own area and across Lewis and Harris
Attend training
Work toward Saltaire Awards
Help with fundraising for the charity
Help support the organisisng and running of the Scaladale centre if interested
Path Warden
Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn
Postcode: HS1 2DG
Assist with the monitoring of an agreed section of path or route within the Estate once every quarter
Report back to UOG using the issued monitoring forms
Coastguard Rescue Officer - Barra
HM Coastguard
Postcode: HS9 5XD
We are recruiting Coastguard Rescue Officers. Do you think you can make that difference when called out to assist those in gravest need?
Do you live in Barra or Vatersay? We are looking to enhance our numbers in these areas.
(Stornoway) Action For Children Volunteer
Action for Children (Western Isles)
Postcode: HS1 2DU
We are looking for volunteers to carry out a variety of tasks depending on what they might like to get involved in. We are looking for volunteers to work alongside experienced staff having direct contact with children and young people following the child’s plan. This can include outings, activities and transport. We work individually with children and also do group work on a regular basis. Our children and young people vary in age form babies through to 25 years.
We are also looking for volunteers to assist with practical skills e.g. gardening, painting/decorating, cooking, art skills etc.
We are looking for drivers who could help transport children and families to appointments.
We are looking for volunteers who would be happy to fundraise.
We have opportunities for volunteers to work alongside our admin team.
Fundraising Group Members (Penicuik)
Marie Curie (Midlothian)
Postcode: EH10 7DR
Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. That's why the right care at the end of your life is so important. With other group members from your local area, you will organise fundraising events, collections and bring your community together in supporting Marie Curie. The group meets approximately every 6 weeks to organise 2-4 events per year.
Trustee
Play Therapy Base
Postcode: EH22 3NX
We are a registered charity offering an accessible, flexible, child-friendly and needs-led therapeutic service to children and families in the Lothians. We aim to recruit two new Board members to strengthen and broaden the skills of our existing Board of Trustees. New members would act as consultants/advisors, offering specific knowledge and experience in the following areas:
• Human Resources – policy and practice
• Finance –support of voluntary agencies in establishing good practice in line with legislation, and of developing self-sustaining business practices
• Early Years – policy and practice (experience in one or more of the fields of health, social work, education, therapeutic support services, or voluntary sector supporting children and families)
• Strategic Planning
• IT- technical support and/or client database systems
• Voluntary sector – as practitioner or board member
• Children’s mental health - as practitioner or policy maker
• Fundraising
The Board meets every 8-10 weeks for around 1 ½ hours at our premises in Eskbank. Meetings take place on a Monday morning.
IT and Marketing Support Volunteers
The Allotment Market Stall
Postcode: AB10 6UX
Hi, this is a great opportunity to use your IT and marketing skills. We currently use wordpress, facebook and mailchimp to advertise our stalls and work. We have a marketing strategy in place and we really need help delivering it. As an organisation, we don’t have the skills to take our IT and marketing strategy any further, so we would be looking for you to have a really hands on approach to taking it forward with guidance from current members in terms of material to use.
We are thinking you are currently a student on a digital marketing course looking for hands on experience or maybe you work, or have worked, in that field and have time to spare. The commitment would be a couple of hours a week throughout the year.
You will learn lots about allotments, growing food locally and cooking with seasonal, locally grown produce. We are a friendly bunch of people who are enthusiastic about encouraging people to eat more fruit and veg, to grow their own, to reduce food miles and to reduce food waste from allotment sites.
For further details please contact Cath Pilley at email: theallotmentmarketstall@gmail.com
Allotment Market Stall Volunteers
The Allotment Market Stall
Postcode: AB10 6UX
The Allotment Market Stall provides good-quality, well-priced, locally grown fruit and vegetables and reduces waste. We have opportunities this season for volunteers to be a part of running our veg stall in the parks (Duthie Park and Seaton Park).
Main tasks involve:
*Sell fruit and vegetables to the public
*Help record amounts sold
*Help promote The Allotment Market Stall and its values of growing and eating good stuff
Full training will be given. Volunteers will be accompanied and supported at all times.
This is a great opportunity to:
*Make a difference in your city and the environment
*Be a part of a community of growers
*Meet people and grow in confidence
For more details please contact Greg Welsh at email: theallotmentmentmarketstall@gmail.com or tel.: 07583 758494.
Beautician
St Rognvald's House
Postcode: KW15 1BB
The opportunity to have a relaxed conversation with a person, whils carrying out a basic manicure. Spending time with the person, fling their nails, moisturising hands and applying nail varnish.
Receptionist & Admin Volunteer
Musselburgh and District Citizens Advice Bureau
Postcode: EH21 6AT
Our Receptionists are the public face of our Citizens Advice Bureau, helping to make sure that everything runs smoothly in the reception area.
As our receptionist/admin volunteer your activities could include:
- greet our clients and other visitors
- answer the phone
- ensure clients know what is happening and how long they have to wait
- explain the services we offer
- give clients leaflets, lists and self-help materials
- record the number of client visits and how long they wait to be seen
- keep the reception area tidy
- enter information into our computer systems.
Charity Shop Assistant
Hollies Day Centre
Postcode: EH21 7DE
To assist in the charity shop duties will include:
Assisting customers and making them feel welcome.
Customer service and sales service
Putting stock on the shop floor from the stock room
Keeping shop tidy
Operating the till
Youth Club for young people with additional support needs
North Berwick Youth Project
Postcode: EH39 4JD
Our Youth Project and ZAP Youth Club simply could not operate without the wonderful volunteers who selflessly donate their time. Volunteers make the experience more enjoyable for young people and we ensure that our volunteers are supported into training opportunities as well as receiving regular support within the organisation.
Volunteering with ZAP is a hugely rewarding experience and brilliant fun. It is also a great opportunity for anyone thinking of working with children or adults with additional support needs to have a ‘taster’ that working environment.
Volunteer expenses are paid for travel, up to £5 per session.
Members of Board of Directors
Carers of East Lothian
Postcode: EH21 7EA
Carers of East Lothian (CoEL) supports adult carers - people who are looking after a family member or friend who is chronically ill, disabled or frail. We help carers to get information and services to help their individual caring role, enhance their own well-being and strengthen their collective voice to improve services. Our Board comprises people with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. We are always looking for people with a commitment to improving support to carers in East Lothian and who have the experience and qualities which could help us achieve our aims, we would be delighted to hear from you. We would particularly welcome people with additional finance, fundraising, negotiating and PR skills but this is not essential.
Admin Worker Museum Assistant Researcher
The Highlanders' Museum
Postcode: IV2 7TD
Volunteer assistant dealing with front of house, admin, research and general duties.
My Guide Volunteer
Guide Dogs
Postcode: IV30 1BU
This is a wonderful volunteer opportunity if you have 2-3 hours a week spare to help support someone in our local community who has sight loss. In the role you will be trained in how to safely guide someone with sight loss and discuss the emotional and physical barriers they may come across to give you a greater understanding of the support they need. You would be matched with one person local to you and you will help them get out their home and do a particular activity they are unable to do on their own.
Volunteer
Voluntary Action Lochaber
Postcode: PH33 6PH
Due to the recent COVID19 outbreak we are looking for Volunteers to provide support to vulnerable people across Lochaber by collecting and delivering prescriptions, groceries and other essential items.
Volunteer Youth worker Wick youth Club
Wick Youth Club
Postcode: KW1 5ES
To help with Youth Club Activities which develops the social skills and well-being of young people. Volunteers can help with sport activities, crafts, games or general supervision of young people
Volunteer Driver - Mobility Aids- Galashiels
British Red Cross
Postcode: TD1 2HQ
This is a very rewarding role providing much-needed support for people who are accessing our service. The main element of the role is to deliver or collect wheelchairs to/from people’s homes supporting them to maintain their independence, or you could choose to support members of the public from varying locations around the hub area (e.g. often using partner supermarket car parks) to enable them to obtain a wheelchair or other mobility aids equipment. You could also be driving between hub and spoke locations to transfer stock. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys meeting people, can show compassion and empathy and who likes driving. It will involve driving a Red Cross or hire vehicle.
Typical tasks include:
Delivering and collecting wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) – including overdue equipment (you will be driving a transit Van style vehicle up to and including a long Wheel Based version). You might also be driving to pre-arranged locations to operate a ‘pop up’ spoke.
Loading and Unloading wheelchairs ready for daily runs.
Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment)
Setting up and operating the mobile ‘pop up’ spoke.
Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs
Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment)
Using a computer-based stock control system
Receiving payments / donations and issuing receipts
Signposting to other Red Cross services/provider (including the Mobility Aids Retail website)
These are just some examples. You will work within a great team and be fully supported by the Volunteer Coordinator.
Customer Service - Mobility Aids - Hilington
British Red Cross
Postcode: G52 4PR
This is a very rewarding role providing much-needed support for people who are accessing our service. Based at one of our mobility aids spoke locations, the main element of the role is serving the public who require a wheelchair or other mobility aids equipment. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys meeting people, can show compassion and empathy and who likes administrative duties with a customer service perspective.
Typical tasks include:
Liaising with the hub to arrange stock/deliveries/collections.
Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) using a computer based stock control system.
Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs (and other equipment)
Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment) by telephone and face to face
Receiving payments / donations and issuing receipts
Contacting service users about overdue and upcoming return of equipment
Signposting to other Red Cross services/providers
Actively promoting the Retail Mobility Aids offer/website
These are just some examples. You will work within a great team and be fully supported by the Volunteer Coordinator.
Customer Service Volunteer - Mobility Aids - Inverness
British Red Cross
Postcode: IV2 5GH
This is a very rewarding role providing much-needed support for people who are accessing our service. Based at one of our mobility aids spoke locations, the main element of the role is serving the public who require a wheelchair or other mobility aids equipment. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys meeting people, can show compassion and empathy and who likes administrative duties with a customer service perspective.
Typical Task include
Liaising with the hub to arrange stock/deliveries/collections.
Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) using a computer based stock control system.
Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs (and other equipment)
Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment) by telephone and face to face
Receiving payments / donations and issuing receipts
Contacting service users about overdue and upcoming return of equipment
Signposting to other Red Cross services/providers
Actively promoting the Retail Mobility Aids offer/website
These are just some examples. You will work within a great team and be fully supported by the Volunteer Coordinator.
We are looking for someone who:
Is willing to attend induction and foundation training
Will uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and Red Cross policies including Equal Opportunities
Will act in accordance with our values and behaviours framework
Will treat people with respect and uphold their dignity.
What we offer:
Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team
A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones
All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training)
Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training
An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives.
Volunteer Befriender
Befrienders Highland
Postcode: IV2 3PX
Befrienders of all ages and backgrounds are needed from Nairnshire and Inverness areas. We take care to introduce you to someone who shares some of your own interests so that you have something in common straight away. Enjoy your spare time and make a difference to someone's life - befriend!
Befrienders Highland supports people who are isolated as a result of mental health problems.
Wartime Service Personnel Database Volunteer
Orkney Library and Archive
Postcode: KW15 1AG
Every year Orkney Library has visitors to the archive who ask about relatives or ancestors who they know have been stationed in Orkney during a war. The library has not always been able to help them with any information. However they are now putting together a database of wartime service personnel from the library archives. This will be an important historical archive and resource which will help relatives to make a connection to their families wartime service. The library is looking for a volunteer who can help with this fascinating and important role.
The role will involve Searching the archive computer database for archive items, making database entries of all service personnel mentioned in the item and including the archive references. Ideally the volunteer will have an interest in history, can read copperplate writing (or have a go at least), and won't mind some repetitive work. Training will include an induction to the library archive and trainiing in the use of Microsoft Access if needed.
If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Lucy Gibbon at Orkney Library and Archive on 873 166 extension 3023/4 or Rob McGregor at VAO on 872 897.
Bookbug Volunteer
Orkney Library and Archive
Postcode: KW15 1AG
Volunteers are needed to help with sessions at children's reading sessions. Reading, tidying up and helping with refreshments.
Board Members
Grampian Women's Aid
Postcode: AB16 6TS
Grampian Women’s Aid Board of Trustees is responsible for setting the strategic direction, ensuring that the charity complies with all its legal and regulatory requirements and that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard. The diversity of the Board is currently reflected with representation from all sectors including voluntary management, legal, HR and equality and diversity professionals.
We would like to increase our board membership to women from all sectors and professions. An interest in the Women’s Aid movement and a commitment to our ethos is essential.
Women only need apply. This post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010).
See website: www.grampianwomensaid.com and for more information please contact Alison Hay,
Manager at E Mail: alison.hay@grampianwomensaid.com / Tel No: 01224 593381.
Befriender
Balhousie Care Group Ltd
Postcode: DD5 1JP
As a befriender, you will spend time getting to know the resident and vice versa. Engaging in meaningful conversations or taking part in a social activity. Possibly going out for a walk or a coffee.
This time and company will mean a great deal to the resident and enhance their quality of life.
Rainbow Assistand [Girl Guide association]
Girl Guide Association-Caithness
Postcode: KW12 6XG
Girl Guide assistant to help with the Rainbows in Caithness [Halkirk area] helping girls with personal development
Volunteer Escort
Shopmobility Highland
Postcode: IV2 3PR
Volunteer escorts accompany wheelchair users on minibus journeys and with supermarket shopping and for going into the town.
Volunteer Fashion Expert
Oxfam (Highland)
Postcode: IV1 1QQ
We hope to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgable Fashion Expert for the Oxfam Shop in Inverness. We love providing our customers with great selection of donated clothing and accessories. If you would ldike to help us raise more money by putting your love rfor fashion to good use for a few hours a week, we would love to hear from you.