Volunteer Retail assistant required to assist in all aspects of stock processing within our thriving community shop. This will include assessing donations, sorting various toys, clothing & equipment & as appropriate, light cleaning, preparation & presentation. Ensuring the shop is well presented at all times, is clean, tidy & offers a pleasant retail experience. To deliver excellent customer service. About Babes in the Wood We are a registered Community Interest Company (CIC) meaning that we work towards providing benefits socially, economically and environmentally. These include but are not limited to: • We sell affordable quality preloved goods to families in Central Scotland and beyond through our shops in Stirling and Bishopbriggs. • We work to alleviate the environmental burden of landfill waste by encouraging the recycling of children’s toys, clothing & equipment. • We work to reduce the impacts of poverty on children & their families in our local area. We facilitate support from the wider community, via health & social care professionals to families in need. • We host a variety of subsidised sessions for families to promote the family bond & to encourage the gathering & cooperation of our communities. We are passionately committed to combating the loneliness which affects people of all ages in our community. • We provide a social space for parents and families, including advice and information and baby feeding and changing facilities. We support and encourage social networking. • We advocate and appreciate our volunteers and employees. We endeavour to promote job satisfaction, personal development and advancement. • We operate Monday – Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm

Sported supports over 3,000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people. We support sporting groups in and around Aberdeen City. Our volunteers are carefully matched with a Sported member clubs within their locality, who they then support on a one-to-one basis to help them with the business side of their affairs. We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference throughout the UK 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 the business side of their organisation in order to survive and thrive. If you’ve got over 5 years in a range of business areas including the following then we’d love to hear from you: *Fundraising *Marketing *Business Planning *Impact & Evaluation *Governance *Finance *Strategic Planning This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on a community group in your area. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Sported volunteers are given full induction training prior to starting volunteering and will be supported by a Volunteer Services team to assist them in their role. For more details please contact Mark Bingley, Volunteer Services Projects Lead at EMail: volunteer@sported.org.uk or tel.: 020 3848 4670.

If you want to make a lasting legacy in your community this is the role for you. We pair you with community sports groups who are making real social impact and you work with them to increase their capacity. Our volunteer business mentors are paired with community sports clubs who need expertise in an 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 answering a 15 minute call from a club leader who has questions in your skill area, 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 huge effect on the sustainability and capacity of these clubs. Full induction is offered, as well as personal development opportunities, and you will join a network of skilled Sported volunteers 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!

The Haven is a registered charity providing support to people affected by a range of life limiting illnesses such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson's disease and dementia and will signpost others to services appropriate to their needs. The role of the Centre Volunteer is varied but integral to the services they provide. The Centre Volunteer plays an important role in creating a welcoming, relaxed and safe environment for their visitors and clients. The role can include spending dedicated time with Haven clients, making tea or coffee, listening to them and assisting with keeping the centre clean, tidy and well-stocked.

You will be part of the Changeworks Waste Wise Volunteer team, supporting one of the waste projects - Zero Waste Leith. Key taks include: • Visit local businesses and engage on waste and circular economy issues, such as inviting them to join our business charter • Engaging with staff in local businesses and when at events, listening to their needs and signposting to relevant waste advice • Distributing resources such as leaflets and stickers • Capturing photos for social media • Recording completed visits and keeping membership list updated • Adding new businesses to online maps • Follow up with interested businesses who haven’t joined yet, and charter members to provide support and encourage progress

Making contact/communicating with various companies and organisations that can support The Barony Theatre (eg B&Q for materials). Available during the working day to speak to businesses. Open the Theatre as required (for site visits by organisations). Complete funding applications (eg Persimmon Homes)

There are two options with this volunteering opportunity, a purely volunteering role or an intial period as a volunteer while training is delivered resulting in qualification as a self employed Roar Footcare Technician. In response to changes in NHS eligibility for toenail cutting Roar Connections for Life has added Roar do Feet to the menu of services available to older people. We organise toenail cutting clinics in five venues across Renfrewshire. Volunteers will be provided with comprehensive training and support covering theory and practice, once they have completed the programme they will qualify as Roar Foot Technicians on a self employed basis, paid at an hourly rate of £8.50 per hour .Volunteers will be required to:- • Set up foot care clinic station • Adhere to all guidance and instruction and the Roar assessment process • Deliver personal footcare ensuring adherence to hygiene procedures • Use appointment system • Charge and record appropriately • Clear up station and area • Replenish stock bags • Any other relevant task

As part of TLC-Foodbanks commitment to serving our community, we have recently partnered with the Trussell Trust in order to fulfil our aim of meeting the basic food needs of people in crisis across the South of Aberdeen and the surrounding areas. We currently have volunteer opportunities for people to assist in our vital work as Foodbank Centre Volunteers. All help makes a real difference to the local communities we support and is greatly appreciated. Tasks include: •Welcome clients to the food-bank centre •Receive vouchers, check validity, and prepare food parcels according to the standard packing lists •Make refreshments and tidy up as required during the session •Offer a listening ear and signpost clients, as required, to further support, using information from the signposting folder/leaflets •Ensure that clients sign the packing list when they are given their food parcel and that all vouchers and packing lists are stored securely within the bounds of data protection •Check stock for imminent ‘best before’ dates, place out-of-date food in appropriate box in store room for disposal and record the action •Wear branded clothing and a name badge during the session •Work under the guidance of the session leader and report any health & safety or safeguarding concerns to the project manager/session supervisor •Potential stock room duties for those wishing to work more behind the scenes. For more information please contact Tim McIlroy, Operations Manager on email: tim@tlc.org.uk or tel.: 07542 049898.

New Moray LETS (Local Exchange Trading System) is a community group based in Forres, which lets members trade goods and services using a simple mutual credit system. Everyone can get involved and everyone has something to offer. Our members include carers, gardeners, computer experts, labourers, organic farmers, decorators, child-minders, therapists, tutors and many others. We publish a quarterly Directory, hold regular Trade Fairs in Forres Town Hall, and have a lively Facebook page where members trade with each other. We are seeking a volunteer(s) to help us co-ordinate these exchanges and help us to grow this thriving network. The role includes: helping to stimulate trading by all members, ensuring members stick to the Rules of LETS, manage LETS balance of account and maintain it around zero each year, help to promote New Moray LETS when and where appropriate. Interested in finding out more? Please get in touch

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

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.

The Fleet valley volunteers extend a warm welcome to all new volunteers. We work every Wednesday morning on projects in the Gatehouse area. This includes looking after the Town Hall garden, maintaining local core paths and paths in Cally woods, beach cleaning, as well as work with other bodies such as the Galloway Fisheries Trust, Scottish Wildlife Trust, Scottish Natural Heritage and Cally Gardens. These opportunities are enjoyable and rewarding.

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.

An amazing place to volunteer! Help this landmark and heritage centre take pride of place in community life by volunteering at Covesea Lighthouse. The Lighthouse needs people to join their volunteer team. They looking for volunteers for a variety of roles including: volunteer guides, help at the adjoining RAF Hertiage Centre, grounds maintenance and fundraising. Contact them to see how you can get involved.

There are multiple volunteer opportunities available, a great way to be involved in an exciting and vibrant festival! Week prior to Festival (w/c 15.06.20, weekday evenings): Support Facilities Team with building up Festival area site eg marquees, bar, Herras fencing, chairs, tables. During Festival (evening of Friday 19.06.20; all day Saturday 20.06.20 & all day Sunday 21.06.20): Facilities support – support Festival team and vendors with supply of tables/chairs etc, set out chairs at stage area, set up for specific events/performances, keep festival site clean and tidy. Stewards – be available to ensure Festival area is kept safe for visitors, provide information to visitors, provide escort for parades etc including Saturday evening Viking torch-lit parade. After Festival (AM/PM Monday 22.06.20): Support Facilities Team with breakdown/clearup after event – collect tables/chairs, return items to storage, general clean up of Festival area to return it to normal.

In 2019 a new museum for Linlithgow will open and we need you help! We are looking for volunteers who are able to regularly give us three hours of their time to be Welcome Hosts. This is an incredibly important role in the Museum as you will be the first person visitors meet and is vital to ensure we can open and run all year. The role might appeal to someone interested in learning about museums, meeting new people or supporting an exciting new development in Linlithgow. You don't need any experience to join us and we will provide full training to you. In return you can expect: - the opportunity to help develop and run activities in the Museum's new community space - the opportunity to learn new skills ranging from retail to collections management - the opportunity to meet new people in a friendly environment - plenty of tea and coffee! Volunteers will be given a mentor who will provide support, advice and can also offer a reference in the future.

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.

Aerial Art House is currently looking for a volunteer to assemble and submit grants requests for our community projects. Responsibilities: • Research and identify sources of funding and grants that match the company’s objectives • Write high quality and winning grant proposals Requirements: • Excellent writing and verbal skills • Result oriented and persuasive • Good interpersonal skills • Prior experience of fundraising is desirable but not compulsory

Help us keep a track of our centre membership records, recruit new members and send reminders to those whose fees are due. Use your imagination to come up with new ideas on how to grow our membership base. This is a great opportunity to develop your IT skills and gain experience in an administrative position, while helping the local community/a successful and vibrant community centre. 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/

Hawick in Bloom have a successful record in the Floral Gateway Competition with a range of beds, planters and hanging baskets in their care volunteers contribute greatly to the maintenance of a colourful floral presence in the town designed to enhance Hawick’s reputation as Queen ‘o a’ the Border. Volunteers are needed to care on a regular basis or as occasional holiday cover for the watering and general maintenance of our range of flower beds, planters and hanging baskets.

Outdoor Volunteers are needed to help assist Nature Unlimited's employability programme in Gala and Drygrange and for Wild Play sessions at Bowmont Forest throughout the summer for children aged 6-11. Outdoor Volunteers: Nature Unlimited deliver many outdoor activities so have volunteering opportunities which take place throughout the Borders including: Nature Unlimited’s employability programme aimed primarily for young people aged 16 – 25* who are not in education, training or employment, who may struggle to thrive and who need to improve their confidence and skills for returning to work. *Spaces also available for adults over 25 who want to build their confidence and wellbeing. Volunteers will be learning traditional woodland management techniques and green woodworking skills, whilst working together as a team. Sessions will run weekly on Tuesday afternoons at the Focus Centre in Galashiels or on Thursdays at Drygrange Community Woodland. Wild Play sessions at Bowmont Forest, Kelso throughout the summer for children aged 6-11 - this would be good for volunteers who want to work with children but have no experience.

Four Pillars is a Grampian only based LGBT+ Charity that looks after the community in relation to their mental, emotional, physical and sexual health. As a volunteer you will be at the heart of this unique service that looks to work with individuals on reducing risky sexual behaviour and STI/HIV transmissions whilst protecting the whole person. There are many different roles within Four Pillars and what kind of role you play is entirely up to you and your skills. For more information please contact Deejay Bullock at E Mail: deejay@fourpillarsuk.org or tel.: 01224 211963.

Support our engagement work by organising our existing community contacts; finding new contacts; empowering people to get involved; participating in community projects; interviewing local people and capturing their stories; keeping records of our communication; attending meetings in the community and sharing our findings. The ideal candidates have good communication and organisational skills; are friendly with a positive attitude; bring new and innovative ideas; and believe in our values.

Kersiebank Community Project are looking for volunteers to make up food parcels prior to the food bank opening and help manage food donations.

Interested in volunteering to help someone improve their English skills locally? Angus Council Place team have opportunities for volunteers of all ages and walks of life to help students attending their English evening classes to improve their English skills. The ESOL Buddy Project is designed to give volunteers from the local community the opportunity to meet a student from another country and learn more about their life and culture. The student gains the opportunity to improve their spoken English skills and better integrate in the community, progress at work or to further education. Typically the volunteer and the student meet once a week for about two hours in a public place – a café or library – at a time that suits them both for a chat about their lives and families – a ‘blether’ as we would say! There is no need to know another language or be a grammar expert. The project is run to improve informal English and strengthen contacts in the community. The project has been running for over three years and many volunteers have enjoyed the experience and made good friends. Students have made great progress by engaging with community groups and leisure activities that they did not have the confidence to embark on, as well as making progress at work or study. We have opportunities in Forfar, Arbroath, Brechin and Montrose. Opportunities also exist to volunteer in the classroom as a teaching assistant. This has helped many volunteers gain the experience they need to follow on from a TEFL qualification or similar. If you are interested or would like to find out more about this project please get in touch with Neil Paterson Communities Officer at: patersonn@angus.gov.uk

By providing visitors with incredible wildlife moments for 60 years, the visitor centre at Loch Garten has built a strong reputation for an exceptional visitor experience and great customer care. Recently the centre has undergone a redevelopment funded by European Structural Funds, and we want to build on this to further ensure visitors to our refurbished facility have an enhanced and memorable visitor experience. As the faces of the Loch Garten Nature Centre, our visitor experience team are crucial - chatting to visitors, answering questions and sharing their passion for the amazing wildlife of Abernethy reserve. We need our visitors to be inspired and enthused so that they become lifelong supporters of our charitable conservation work through RSPB membership, one of the most important sources of income for the organisation. We need your help to be part of the team meeting and greeting our visitors from all walks of life and of all ages, by following the RSPB’s GREAT Welcome framework, leading to building support for our conservation work through making RSPB members. Offering inspiring communications about the Caledonian pineforest which surrounds the centre, including our breeding ospreys, and the conservation work we undertake on the wider reserve as part of the Cairngorms Connect partnership is what we do best! We run hands-on activities for children and families, as well as a programme of special events eg guided walks, themed weekends etc and your help in planning, promoting, organising and delivering these added extras will be encouraged. Due to its importance for habitats and species, RSPB Abernethy is one of the most heavily designated pieces of land in the UK, with international as well as domestic legal protection. We need to keep an active eye on the reserve and in particular the forest trails near the centre, interacting with our visitors and ensuring that they’re all behaving responsibly, in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, and you will be asked to take on this responsibility, along with the rest of the team. We have an active Facebook page (11,000+ followers) and a popular reserve blog and we need your contributions to build our online audience and encourage support. Loch Garten has a long history of involving volunteers and many people give up a week or two of their time to come and help us as short-term residential volunteers. We need you to take an active role in managing these volunteers, organising pick-ups and dropoffs, leading on their induction, organising the rota and ensuring they are kept busy and involved when they are with us. Finally, our visitor centre and its environs need to be kept in excellent working order; being vigilant about litter, restocking leaflets, undertaking daily checks on activities and signage, as well as working with the team to keep the facilities clean. You’ll be volunteering in one of the most beautiful nature reserves in Europe, among scarce and endangered wildlife and critically rare habitats. You’ll be part of a vibrant and dynamic team of staff and volunteers, some who have been part of Loch Garten for decades and some who are brand new. You’ll be able to share in their knowledge and build strong and significant relationships, many of which will last for life. By making RSPB members, you’ll be making a real and tangible difference to nature conservation. Your help will directly allow the RSPB to carry out meaningful change, both on Abernethy and across the UK. You’ll receive a full induction and training and will be supported by a dedicated line manager throughout your time in this role. You will be given training opportunities in many areas of visitor experience, including membership, managing volunteers, First Aid, Safeguarding, event planning and more. Our aim is to help you improve your skill-set via and to significantly improve your CV and enhance your employability. We also offer job application advice and coaching. You will get the chance to learn about and explore the incredible place that is RSPB Abernethy, meeting reserve staff and receiving insight into the wider work that goes on here. There will be opportunities to get involved in some of the conservation work on the wider reserve on your days off, should you desire to do so. This role comes with free, shared accommodation (though you get your own room) just 1.5 miles from the Nature Centre.

Are you looking to give back to the community? Can you spare a few hours a week? We are looking for volunteers to help in a busy Aberdeen foodbank. We have positions available in the stock room, in the foodbank distribution centres and early in the morning for school breakfast club (subject to PVG checks). If you'd like any more information or think you'd be interested please contact us! A few hours a week makes a huge difference! For more information please contact Tim McIlroy, Operations Manager on email: tim@tlc.org.uk or tel.: 07542 049898.

SCOREscotland Community Fridge Volunteer required to help us cut food waste, build stronger bonds within the community and redistribute good quality food. The tasks involved are, help us find businesses to donate food to the fridge, collection of food from donors, fridge cleaning and monitoring, promoting our fridge on social media, organising events and fundraisers to support the fridge and the local community

This is an opportunity to improve the community’s access to fresh food, reducing food waste and food poverty. Volunteers collect food donations from supermarkets and ensure that the food is delivered to be redistributed to the community. The Community Food Volunteer is supported by the Burnfoot Grows Together Project which is a climate challenge fund project aimed at reducing the environmental impact of people’s food choices. Part of this project has been to set up a community food stand which redistributes food waste from the supermarkets for community use. The role can involves picking up food donations from donors primarily but could also include sorting food waste and ensuring that all food is of a reasonable quality and fit to eat. Volunteers liaise with staff on when, and where food donations get collected. Food donations are recorded daily then sorted by yourself or another volunteer. Volunteers are welcome to take part in the other activities that the project provides including our community lunches on Thursdays. Come and be part of an active community, meet new people and help the environment.

Community Champions support Action on Elder Abuse by raising awareness about safer ageing and how to keep older people safe in Fife. This may include organising coffee mornings, events and other sessions at church halls, your own home, care homes, schools, community halls, places of worship and other places in the local community i.e. garden centres and shops. Volunteers will meet other people including older people wishing to become volunteers or even reporting forms of abuse; they will also provide information about the aims of the charity, safer ageing and how to keep safe as an older person. Volunteers will, at times, be requested to participate in fundraising activities.

Living Well North Edinburgh is looking for Tai Chi Qigong instructor to run a small weekly class in their centre in West Pilton. The class would be a part of the community programme that will run from October 2019. We are looking for an experienced instructor, but would also be happy with someone who is still in training.

As well as our regular calendar of events and activities that run each month, we are hoping to increase our scope for one-off events, and their capacity for fundraising. This role will support staff in the creation and delivery of events, assisting with brainstorming, publicity, logistical preparations, and facilitation of the actual event. This role requires a monthly commitment of approx 6 hours (including events themselves), enthusiasm and energy, and an interest in expanding the services.

Inchgarth Community Centre provide a great programme of activities for the community with the fantastic help of volunteers. Inchgarth has over 170 sessions of activity per week-serving every age group and section of the community. Inchgarth Community Centre currently has amazing opportunities for people to join our team of volunteers. People can assist in roles such as: Additional Support Needs Volunteers, Cafe Bar assistants, After School Gaming club supervisors, MS group helpers & Brain Injury Group Helpers. There are also opportunities for befriending services and food-bank volunteers via TLC church based at Inchgarth CC. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with good support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our great team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

We are always looking for new classes and group opportunities. Here are some ideas we would love to see becoming reality at Inchgarth Community Centre. If you would like to pass on your knowledge, skills or special gifts please contact us to make it happen! *Cooking class tutor *Computer class tutor *Mobile phone class tutor *Sports tutor (football, tennis, badminton, etc) *Music tutor *Dance tutor *Fitness gym instructor *Gentle exercise instructor for 60+ This is a great opportunity to gain experience as a volunteer tutor and develop your communication and organisational skills. 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/

Northfield Community Centre is a popular and dynamic community centre and registered charity with a range of activities to support people and the community. Our popular P1 to P7’s group (over 50 members) has been running for over 30 years now with the fantastic help of volunteers. We now need / have exciting volunteer opportunities for new people to assist volunteering at the group to keep it going. Activities the children/young people at the group take part in include arts and crafts, play etc. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity which also provides brilliant experience for volunteers. All volunteers are provided with excellent support and any relevant training e.g.: first aid, health and hygiene, basic child protection. All help is greatly appreciated and makes areal difference. If there is anyone out there who would like to help out on a Thursday night from 5.00pm till 7.30pm at Northfield Community Centre, Byron Square, please contact Jacqui Innes, Centre Coordinator at E Mail: jacqui@northfieldcommunitycentremc.org or call 01224 695416.

We are a vibrant, expanding community centre looking for volunteers to assist and lead on running local groups for children and adults to enjoy. We’re very keen to start up an over 55’s club, book club, film club, music classes, computing classes, crèche, and much, much more and are looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to help us shape and build on the activities available in the centre. 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.

The Community Ambassador will work as part of a small team to raise awareness and, where possible, funds in the local community to support the Rock Trust’s work with young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Rock Trust Community Ambassadors will form a small team of supporters who will work to raise awareness of youth homelessness in Edinburgh and/or the Lothians. Community Ambassadors are hoped to attend monthly evening group meetings with the Community Fundraiser and bring their knowledge of the community to help identify opportunities for the charity and the young people the Rock Trust support. Community Ambassadors are also hoped to occasionally assist in the organisation of community events and attend local events wherever possible. They will also ideally assist in securing food, toiletries, clothes and monetary donations from local business and community groups. This position is highly flexible around the applicant’s own commitments and will be mostly self-directed but with support from Rock Trust team members whenever requested.

Food Sharing Edinburgh collects excess food from 26 local businesses and re-distributes it to the community. We need volunteers who can collect and re-distribute food from the same place at the same time every week. This is very important in order to maintain good relationships with our partner businesses. Depending on your business, you will be asked to deliver to a local charity or community group, or to re-distribute amongst friends, family, neighbours and colleagues.

Outdoor Volunteers are needed to help assist Nature Unlimited's employability programme in Gala and Drygrange and for Wild Play sessions at Bowmont Forest throughout the summer for children aged 6-11. Outdoor Volunteers: Nature Unlimited deliver many outdoor activities so have volunteering opportunities which take place throughout the Borders including: Nature Unlimited’s employability programme aimed primarily for young people aged 16 – 25* who are not in education, training or employment, who may struggle to thrive and who need to improve their confidence and skills for returning to work. *Spaces also available for adults over 25 who want to build their confidence and wellbeing. Volunteers will be learning traditional woodland management techniques and green woodworking skills, whilst working together as a team. Sessions will run weekly on Tuesday afternoons at the Focus Centre in Galashiels or on Thursdays at Drygrange Community Woodland. Wild Play sessions at Bowmont Forest, Kelso throughout the summer for children aged 6-11 - this would be good for volunteers who want to work with children but have no experience.

Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre is a new attraction in Tomintoul and has has been fully refurbished to provide visitors with a modern interpretation of our communities natural and cultural heritage. It includes a digital community archive, virtual reality experience and displays. The role of Discovery Centre Ambassador will entail: • Meeting and greeting visitors • Promoting the area • Informing visitors of local attractions and activities • Assisting visitors with the exhibits • Helping to keep the centre tidy • Occasional cash handling Timing is flexible -- and if want to get involved in your community, this is a great place to start.

>Who we are: The African Council is an independent voluntary organisation with a mission to promote the social and economic welfare of African People. We celebrate the best in African culture(s), history and values. We promote the attainment of education and life skills especially among Africans. We also advance active citizenship among Africans through engagement in civic and political process, institutions and leadership. >Some of our projects: 1. Employment/Enterprise coaching events • The event seeks to provide coaching and empowerment for Africans through education, guidance and support, to increase Africans involvement in employment, enterprise and entrepreneurship opportunities. 2. Civic and Political structures coaching events • The event seeks to provide coaching that encourages and provides guidance to Africans, to increase involvement and participation of Africans in civic and political life in Scotland, 3. Engagement events • Our engagement events seek to understand the challenges and barriers that Africans face in participating in all areas of Scottish life and ways to mitigate these challenges. >Volunteering Opportunities: Volunteers are vital for delivering the African Council's projects and services. We are looking for volunteers to join our team and we currently have volunteering opportunities available in the following areas: 1. Website Support 2. Corporate Communications 3. Social Media Management 4. Legal 5. Digital marketing and advertising 6. Event planning, support and management 7. Research 8. Administration 9. Help desk >Benefits of volunteering with the African Council include: 1. Opportunities to learn new skills 2. Employability training 3. Meet new people 4. Networking opportunities 5. Flexible working times 6. Develop your skills and talent and turn it to something employers will be excited about 7. Boost your CV with relevant work experience\n8. Fun hangouts, as well as, 9. Satisfaction of being a part of team that will make a significant difference in Scotland Fantastic opportunities to help at a very exciting time in the development of the African Council. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ca-ananay Maduka, Volunteer Coordinator at E Mail: info@africancouncil.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 579218.

We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our collection can volunteer group. Our collection can volunteers will: - Place cans in new sites such as restaurants, bars, cafes and shops - Check in on and replace their cans as and when needed (usually once a month) - Deliver certificates, thank you letters and posters to collection can sites 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 Have fun, meet new people, develop your fundraising and communications skills and make a huge difference to the work of Health in Mind!

Peoples Health Trust (PHT) Peoples Health Trust: Community Conversation Project. Duties will involve door knocking within the local community to raise awareness of the project and services provided. Accompany staff to visit residents involved with the Peoples Health Trust Community Conversation project at home and in community settings. Assisting to organise and facilitate community forum meetings. Support community projects involved with the community conversations project

Get involved with Transition Stirling’s aim to divert waste from landfill by helping others build their skills and make repairs to items at Repair Café events. To assist at our Repair Café events where members of the public bring their items in to learn how to repair them. Items are in a range of different categories including small electrical items, clothing & textiles, jewellery, furniture and bikes. Volunteers would focus on one area. Typical Tasks may include: • Assist with setup & cleardown for event including any specific equipment needed for their repairs. • Help members of the public to repair items. • To weigh and log information on items repaired. • Work with members of staff to ensure any electrical items are PAT tested before leaving.

STAND International is looking for volunteers aged 16 to 65 years who have experienced social or economic disadvantage, to travel overseas to volunteer in 2020. This could be participating in working at a camp for children and adults with disabilities. Many of these children and young adults come from difficult backgrounds, including children from families affected by HIV, alcoholism and drug abuse. Additionally, volunteers will be participating in renovating and building work may include digging foundations, mixing cement, building walls, constructing a roof, plastering or putting the finishing coat of paint on the completed building. The work is quite challenging as buildings are made and renovated using traditional methods and locally sourced materials. The construction materials & techniques are also simple to master and are ideal for sites with limited facilities. Everything is done by hand in impoverished communities to enable and improve their living and learning environment which allows volunteers to be immersed in the host community and work with the locals to ensure these projects get completed and match the needs of the people they're benefiting. Six trips are planned for 2020, 2 trips to Belarus and 4 to Romania. The age range of volunteers for Belarus is from 16- 28 years and Romania is from 16 to 65 years old allowing for a greater number of people to participate. ROMANIA trips - March, May, August and October 2020 BELARUS trips – July & September 2020 As well as short-term volunteer opportunities we have places available for mentors. Mentors provide support and assistance to volunteers while they take on the challenge of volunteering abroad as well as additional support for 3 months upon return to Scotland enabling volunteers to best utilise the experience gained. Mentor costs are covered although there is some expectation of securing some matched funding. There is an option for those who perhaps did not feel that they had the skills or experience to become mentors to join the team as a trainee mentor.

You will be looking for opportunities to promote TWAM and to raise TWAM’s profile helping us to collect more tools, raise more money to support the work and to attract additional volunteers This is a flexible role—it is a role where ‘what you get out’ depends on ‘what you put in’ The role is a networking, wide ranging and flexible role but some of the things you might do include: Putting literature into local churches Asking groups such as Rotary if they would like a speaker to come and speak Putting on an event to raise money Arranging a Tool collection at a local supermarket Dealing with enquiries TWAM receives to help support other events being put on in your area Working with others within TWAM to build a strong network in the area

By volunteering as a Community Engagement Volunteer you will help us raise vital awareness of the Silver Line in your local community by giving talks, presentations and attending events on our behalf. In the UK more than 1 million people aged over 65 and over say they often or always feels lonely. Through this role you will be helping us to support the 1,000s of older people who use our service each week and ensuring we continue to reach out to those most in need. This is a volunteer role that you undertake in your local community. All you need is access to a telephone and the internet. We ask for a commitment of up to a year where possible and the ability to allocate 60 minutes each week to this role. Community Engagement Volunteers need to be proactive in looking for opportunities to promote The Silver Line, be open to attending events we have been invited to go to, and share our enthusiasm and passion for raising awareness of a service which provides such a vital lifeline to so many older people across the country.

Volunteer will support our Green Futures Project team in delivering energy efficiency advice home visits, cycling for beginners training to adults, support community members to grow their own food at both individual and community gardens and guiding walks. Become a community champion in raising awareness of climate change, Helping in organising social events/workshops and focus group discussions, Assisting in taking and booking appointments for the energy home visits etc.

Bon Accord Heritage is the SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) set up to renovate and reopen the much-loved Art Deco Bon Accord Baths in the city centre. We are now on the hunt for trustees who have the ethos, passion and drive to support our ambitious and innovative plans. Particularly seeking individuals who have key strengths in one of the following areas; sports and leisure management, HSE, fundraising, construction. We are also keen to hear from those living and/or working in the area surrounding the Bon Accord Baths. Exceptional interpersonal skills and your ability to collaborate effectively will be crucial, and you must be able to prove a track record of sound and effective decision making. A strong commitment is needed for what will be an extremely rewarding experience. This project is expected to take several years. You should be available for a minimum of four Board meetings a year, a strategy day and additional meetings as required. A fantastic opportunity to be part of an exiting project to renovate and restore the beloved Bon Accord Baths. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Vanessa Smith, Trustee and Secretary at E Mail: VanessaBonAccord@hotmail.com or Tel.: 07742632627.

This initiative is about planting varieties of apple trees in any suitable space available. The blossoms are excellent for honey bees which are under threat. Apple varieties that are under threat of being lost are also maintained. Any fruit is to be made available for communities to use as they wish. Fruit may be used for eating directly, for cooked products and for cider making. Any profit from apples cropped will be returned to the community as well. Volunteers are needed to assist the project by : • Digging a hole. • Partly backfill with compost. • Place the apple tree, tree support and protection as required into the hole. • Complete backfill and water as appropriate. • Label with apple variety, its primary use, name of volunteer, date planted. • Feel good for helping the bees, the planet and our communities. Initially we are looking at two sites: 1. Grove Nursery at Hazelhead. 2. Cove Woodland Trust, South Cove Road. More sites will be developed across Aberdeen and the North East and other volunteering and job opportunities may arise as the project develops. All aspects of grafting, pruning etc. can be arranged for volunteers showing the correct aptitudes. A fantastic opportunity to help an exciting initiative. All help greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Brian Allan, Volunteer & Funding Co-ordinator at E Mail: brianaltenscc2@gmail.com or Tel.: 07751275757.

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.

NHS Grampian is always recruiting members of the public to be part of the NHS Grampian Public Involvement Network. The NHS Grampian Public Involvement Network is a group of patients, carers and members of the public from across Grampian who have an interest in health and health services. Members are also sent regular updates and notice of other opportunities to get involved with NHS Grampian e.g.: focus groups, local events. A great opportunity to be involved and help develop the NHS in Grampian. For more details please contact: NHS Grampian Public Involvement Team e-mail.: nhsg.involve@nhs.net tel.: 01224 558098 Web: www.nhsgrampian.org/involvingyou

The McSence Group is an award winning Community Business and Social Enterprise formed in 1988 comprising of five companies providing a wide range of services focused on three key – Property, Care and Training. McSence wishes to recruit a number of voluntary Directors/Trustees to the Board and are particularly interested in hearing from committed individuals with experience in one of the following areas: Finance; Adult Social Care, Sales & Marketing, Operational Management and community involvement & development. Interested candidates are invited to contact the chief executive David Maxwell for an informal discussion by email at davidcmacwell@mcsence.co.uk or alternatively by phone on 0131 454 1503. Application packs containing further information and detailing how to apply can be obtained by emailing recruitment@mcsence.co.uk

This is an opportunity to improve the community’s access to fresh food, reducing food waste and food poverty. Volunteers help manage food donations from supermarkets and ensure that the food available to the community is safe, fresh and presentable. The Community Food Volunteer is supported by the Burnfoot Grows Together Project which is a climate challenge fund project aimed at reducing the environmental impact of people’s food choices. Part of this project has been to set up a community food stand which redistributes food waste from the supermarkets for community use. The role can involves sorting food waste, ensuring that all food is of a reasonable quality and fit to eat. Volunteers record and monitor donations and ensuring food storage and display areas are kept clean and tidy. The role could also include harvesting fresh produce from the community garden and making it available to the public. There are also opportunities to take part in community events promoting the project, including local festivals, open days and other workshops. Come and be part of an active community, meet new people and help the environment.

Cleaning and sorting goods, steaming clothes and general upkeep of storeroom.

As a big and vibrant community centre, we offer a large range of activities for all ages, and welcome charities that help may different kind of people throughout the years. In this we rely strongly on fundraising and good relationships with Aberdonian Businesses. That's why we need Fundraiser Volunteers who will manage our relationships with local and city wide businesses, seek both public and private donations and sponsorship, as well as any other interesting opportunities. This is a great opportunity for you to develop your Communication skills & gain experience in Fundraising. 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/

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.

Assist the boys with the evening events of sport's, crafts, activities, supervise activities accompany with others the boys' to events and activities, taking as much or as little leadership as you wish. Fundraising/organising of events, promote your own interest, to allow the boys' all round knowledge with your help.

Castlebank Horticultural Centre are looking for volunteers with a keen interest in growing local produce, greening their fingers and looking to learn new skills within their luxurious community garden. The role gives volunteers the chance to meet new people, learn new skills and enjoy some fresh air whilst socialising with others in a friendly green environment. All tools and equipment are provided. However it is requested that volunteers wear comfy clothes and sensible shoes. All ages are welcome. However children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Every year we help 400,000 Young People in the UK enjoy new adventures; to experience the outdoors, interact with others, gain confidence and have the opportunity to reach their full potential. And it’s not just Young People who can get in on the action. Working alongside our youth members are thousands of adult volunteers, with a huge variety of roles and opportunities available. Volunteering with us is easy, fun and offers many opportunities for gaining externally-recognised qualifications. Why not strengthen your CV while making a real impact on the lives of Young People? How much time you give is up to you, and you don’t need any previous experience. We have a huge variety of roles to suit everyone, and whatever you choose we’ll make sure you’re properly trained and supported. For more details please contact: Dougie Simmers on email: rc@scouts-northeastscotland.org.uk or tel.: 01464 820148

Abundant Borders is creating a network of Community Food Gardens across the Scottish Borders to help those wishing to grow food who do not otherwise have access to growing space. Our aim is to encourage people to be confident about growing healthy own-grown food for themselves to supplement their diet and reduce food poverty, to feel part of a community and reduce the number of those experiencing isolation. We will grow food which can be donated to those in immediate need and offer volunteering opportunities to those looking to gain new skills. If you have a few hours spare and enjoy working with others in encouraging them to develop their skills we would love you to hear from you. We are looking for volunteers to help and encourage people in the planting and care of fruit and vegetables, to offer the chance for social interaction with others and continue to develop the Community Garden. Activities cover all aspects of gardening, maintenance tasks like watering and weeding and activities to encourage wildlife and conservation. There are tasks to suit a range of abilities.

Abundant Borders is creating a network of Community Food Gardens across the Scottish Borders to help those wishing to grow food who do not otherwise have access to growing space. Our aim is to encourage people to be confident about growing healthy own-grown food for themselves to supplement their diet and reduce food poverty, to feel part of a community and reduce the number of those experiencing isolation. We will grow food which can be donated to those in immediate need and offer volunteering opportunities to those looking to gain new skills. If you have a few hours spare and enjoy working with others in encouraging them to develop their skills we would love you to hear from you. We are looking for volunteers to help and encourage people in the planting and care of fruit and vegetables, to offer the chance for social interaction with others and continue to develop the Community Garden. Activities cover all aspects of gardening, maintenance tasks like watering and weeding and activities to encourage wildlife and conservation. There are tasks to suit a range of abilities.

*Are you passionate about animal welfare? Join our growing team of volunteer Home Visitors and play a vital role in supporting owners and pets in your local area who are facing an emergency situation.* Pet Fostering Service Scotland (PFSS) provides short-term, emergency foster care for pets whose owners are facing one of the following situations: *Ill health *Temporary homelessness *Domestic abuse Every year we provide temporary foster care for around 200 pets across Scotland – but we want to be able to support even more. Our volunteer Home Visitors play a vital role in delivery of our service by visiting potential volunteer pet foster carers to assess their house, home situation and the fosterer. This opportunity is home based with travel to other local locations to carry out home visits. Travel can be by public transport or car and travel expenses will be provided. You will be contacted by PFSS when there is a need for a home visit in your area. The main tasks are: *Contact the potential fosterer and arrange a time for the home visit to take place *Carry out the home visit following the guidelines provided by PFSS. *Complete the home visit report and return a copy to the Home Visit Coordinator Full training and support is provided to all volunteers. Includes: *Handbook for the role, induction and informal training either face to face or over the phone when starting in role. *Ongoing support provided and informal update training as required. If you are an animal lover who wants to develop new skills and be part of a team making a difference to pets and owners in Aberdeen and/or Aberdeenshire then we'd love to hear from you! For more information please contact us at E Mail: volunteering@pfss.org.uk or Tel 0355 811 9909 (then choose option 8 then 1 after the welcome message).

Are you passionate about animal welfare? Join our growing team of volunteer Home Visitors and play a vital role in supporting owners and pets in your local area who are facing an emergency situation. Our Home Visitors play a vital role in delivery of our service by visiting potential volunteer pet foster carers to assess their house, home situation and the fosterer. You will be contacted by PFSS when there is a need for a home visit in your area. Main tasks: - Contact the potential fosterer and arrange a time for the home visit to take place - Carry out the home visit following the guidelines provided by PFSS - Complete the home visit report and return a copy to the Home Visit Coordinator

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 Partnership Support Volunteer, you will maintain regular contact with blind and partially sighted people and their volunteer Sighted Guides, by phone or in person, to ensure the partnerships run smoothly. • Support the My Guide partnerships, which will include regular reviews with the customer and matched volunteer, via telephone or face to face. • Recording reviews onto Guide Dog systems, reporting/highlighting any issues, recording partnership success and achievements and changes to activity plans • Suggesting other organisations to refer service users to when appropriate (with support from the local team) • Regular feedback to staff and fellow volunteers. • Attend events where required to promote the My Guide service. • Act as an ambassador for Guide Dogs by promoting its services and demonstrating the Guide Dogs family values.

Are you are interested in meeting new people, learning new skills and showing your passion for the all things Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire? We are looking for a pool of Welcome to Aberdeenshire Volunteers who will provide a warm North-east welcome for visitors to our wonderful region. >What is a Welcome to Aberdeenshire volunteer? First Impressions Count! Our team of volunteers will help to orientate visitors in those first few moments while they decide how best to spend their time in our wonderful destination. >Role Purpose: To give a warm welcome to visitors arriving in the region and provide information and assistance to make their time in the destination a fantastic experience. >Key tasks: 1. Meeting and greeting visitors as they arrive in the region. 2. Providing information on getting around the area. For example, onward transport links, bus timetables. 3. Providing general information on the area. For example, visiting attractions, shopping, eating, walking, places to visit, currency exchange. 4. Providing leaflets, visitor maps and general tourist information. We aim to recognise the value of the contribution volunteers will make to the success of our local area. We aim to offer satisfying volunteering opportunities and will support volunteers appropriately to carry out their role to the highest standards possible. >You will: •Meet new people •Have fun •Learn new skills •Use existing skills – do you speak a second language? •Feel passionate about your region >Interested in this volunteering opportunity? Please go to https://www.visitabdn.com/about-us/volunteers/ for more information and to apply. For any further details please email volunteer@visitabdn.com

You will be looking for opportunities to promote TWAM and to raise TWAM’s profile helping us to collect more tools, raise more money to support the work and to attract additional volunteers. The role is networking, wide ranging and flexible but some things you might do include: Putting literature into local churches Asking groups if they would like a speaker to come and speak Putting on an event to raise money Arranging a Tool collection Supporting Events Building a Strong Network

Part of Cyrenians is Arnotdale House in Dollar Park which has been transformed in partnership with Falkirk Council. As well as delivering our client facing services, there is now an active café and event space in Arnotdale. These operate as a social enterprise, meaning that we can generate income that feeds right back into the services delivered by Cyrenians. As well as café related tasks outlined below there may be further opportunities for the role to develop. These include assisting with customer service related to our event space, and bookings such as weddings. • Assist and take responsibility for the presentation of the food and beverages for sale • Drinks preparation and use of coffee making equipment • Nurture positive relationships with customers to increase loyalty and boost our reputation • Handling customer payments • Comply with Health and Safety procedures and training given • Stock taking

To collect food donations from various locations across Grangemouth and the surrounding area and bring back to the Community Project for their Foodbank,

As part of TLC-Foodbanks commitment to serving our community, we have recently partnered with the Trussell Trust in order to fulfil our aim of meeting the basic food needs of people in crisis across the South of Aberdeen and the surrounding areas. We currently have volunteer opportunities for people to assist in our vital work as Foodbank Centre Volunteers. All help makes a real difference to the local communities we support and is greatly appreciated. Tasks include: •Welcome clients to the food-bank centre •Receive vouchers, check validity, and prepare food parcels according to the standard packing lists •Make refreshments and tidy up as required during the session •Offer a listening ear and signpost clients, as required, to further support, using information from the signposting folder/leaflets •Ensure that clients sign the packing list when they are given their food parcel and that all vouchers and packing lists are stored securely within the bounds of data protection •Check stock for imminent ‘best before’ dates, place out-of-date food in appropriate box in store room for disposal and record the action •Wear branded clothing and a name badge during the session •Work under the guidance of the session leader and report any health & safety or safeguarding concerns to the project manager/session supervisor •Potential stock room duties for those wishing to work more behind the scenes. For more information please contact Tim McIlroy, Operations Manager on email: tim@tlc.org.uk or tel.: 07542 049898.

Tillydrone Community Campus is a new £6million facility that opened in late August 2019. The facility has many opportunities for the community to engage with in developing it as centre that Tillydrone can be proud of. This can be in participating or organising groups / activities, accessing the library, Food Store or using the Café. We are looking for volunteers to assist the cook in charge of the café. This will involve; food prep, customer care, serving, operating a till and coffee machine, clearing tables and helping wipe down the kitchen at the end. Whilst volunteering you will be directed by the cook on charge with myself and a colleague having overall responsibility for the volunteers in the Campus. The interaction between those coming into the Campus and the Café cannot be overstated as this is one of the first interactions, they will have on entering the building. It is an opportunity to present the Campus in a positive welcoming light. We offer an induction, regular meetings (to assist in developing the opportunity and provision) and all the training that you might need for the opportunity to be fulfilling for you. A fantastic opportunity to help at the Tillydrone Community Campus. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Graham Donald, Community Development Worker at E Mail: GrDonald@aberdeencity.gov.uk or telephone: 01224 522192 / 07917 305803.

Tillydrone Community Campus is a new £6million facility that opened in late August 2019. The facility has many opportunities for the community to engage with in developing it as centre that Tillydrone can be proud of. This can be in participating or organising groups / activities, accessing the library, Food Store or using the Café. We are looking for volunteers to assist the Lighthouse in operating the Food Store which consists of two main tasks; engage with customers and filling food bags. The engagement part is crucial in building up a relationship which leads to further discussions with a view to exploring what else might be going on in the individual’s life. Whilst the position might not be able to directly influence what else is going on in someone’s life it is an opportunity to sign post and support. Opening Hours just now are for a couple of hours on a Monday afternoon; however it is anticipated that this will extend to three afternoons during the week. We offer an induction, regular meetings (to assist in developing the opportunity and provision) and all the training that you might need for the opportunity to be fulfilling for you. A fantastic opportunity to help at the Tillydrone Community Campus. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Graham Donald, Community Development Worker at E Mail: GrDonald@aberdeencity.gov.uk or telephone: 01224 522192 / 07917 305803.

Our Home Visitors play a vital role in delivery of our service by visiting potential volunteer pet foster carers to assess their house, home situation and the fosterer. You will be contacted by PFSS when there is a need for a home visit in your area. Main tasks: Contact the potential fosterer and arrange a time for the home visit to take place Carry out the home visit following the guidelines provided by PFSS. Complete the home visit report and return a copy to the Home Visit Coordinator

There are always a variety of tasks, projects and events that require volunteers to help out. We would very much welcome any support or experience you can offer to help share in the effort and lessen the load! If you feel you would like to get involved, then in the first instance please feel free to send an enquiry to supportus@cullencrc.org.uk with an indication of how much time you're willing to offer, and what type of jobs you may be willing to help us out with, in whatever capacity you can manage. CRCC is also keen to hear from the young people of Cullen who would like to find out more about volunteering at the Centre.

Food Facts Friends in partnership with MARC are opening a new foodbank at 10 Woodburn Road Dalkeith on the 18th of March 2019.We require volunteers to help compile food parcels to a clients shopping list. The work will consist of selecting items from our stock shelves, plus fresh items when available, ensuring food items are within their use by dates. Work also includes marking up received items donated by individuals and organisations before restocking shelves. Cleaning and tidying up the venue at the end of the day. Providing tea, coffee and light refreshments to those waiting for their shopping to be completed.

Our volunteers work alongside staff to recruit and support Big Issue vendors. This is a varied role that can include liaising with other services; promoting The Big Issue and our vendors to the public; doing outreach to recruit people who are begging and to sell magazines to our vendors; and supporting vendors in the office, on their pitch and at events.

To join our small team of volunteers every second Wednesday afternoon to provide an enjoyable and stimulating meeting for our club members who are aged from around 60 to over 90. We need help with: Setting up and clearing up the hall. Assist with preparing and serving a snack or occasional lunch. Contributing ideas/suggestions for new menus. Interact with the group members. Feedback any observations to the committee e.g. food or talk going well or not so well, new members needing help to settle in. Offer solutions to the committee and where appropriate help implement i.e. take ownership with support. Share knowledge and talents eg IT skills, musical talent or public speaking.

Volunteers required to help plant and maintain the community garden at Kersiebank Community Project.

Could you cook an extra portion of dinner for an older neighbour? Meal Makers connect people who love cooking, with older neighbours who would appreciate home cooked food delivered every now and then. Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food-sharing project. They use an online platform (www.mealmakers.org.uk) to connect volunteers who are happy to share an extra portion of their home cooking with older neighbours who would really welcome a freshly prepared meal and a friendly chat. They aim to tackle social isolation and the growing problem of malnutrition by helping older adults who no longer find it easy to cook for themselves to enjoy freshly home cooked food. They also aim to strengthen connections with communities and provide a flexible way for people to volunteer their time and skills locally in a way which suits them. Sign up online to volunteer as a 'Cook' and they'll connect you with an older neighbour 'Diner' who would really appreciate some home cooked food and a friendly chat. Join Meal Makers today and do something great with an extra plate!

The Aberdeen City Youth Council is the official voice of young people in Aberdeen. It works with many bodies in the city to improve representation of young people in the Aberdeen. It is made up of young people, aged between 14-25 years, from different areas and interest groups in Aberdeen. Youth Councillors are committed to involving and consulting young people and believe young people should have a voice at local, citywide, national and international levels. Opportunities exist to participate in various ways. 1. Youth Action Committee 2. Mentoring Scheme 3. Scottish Youth Parliament 4. Ongoing youth related events. Looking for young people interested in youth issues and democracy. Contact for further details.

The Lunnasting Public Hall is on the look out for anyone wishing to volunteer at various events. These include - Sunday Teas, Take Away Nights, Helping to maintain the building. Bar work and various other events.

Running a multi-purpose community venue like ETH is no simple task, so we rely on volunteers to be able to keep the doors open. We already have a fantastic team of volunteers but we’re looking for more. Whether it’s event staff, bartender work, fundraising, cleaning, day to day running or any other way you can help us, we’re keen to hear from you!

Food and Fun was introduced by the Council as a pilot to deliver free meals and activities to children in key areas of Aberdeen during school holiday periods and has been rolled out on a permanent basis. Over Christmas, as an extension of the project, special events were hosted for young people to enjoy the festivities – from ice skating and crafts to a disco and visit to Santa. For everyone involved in Food and Fun there’s a busy period ahead. The main aim is to ensure children continue to be fed, recognising the importance of school meals during term time for a large number of families, and also to provide the opportunity to take part in physical activity in a nurturing environment. The initiative has been recognised with awards – but the reward and motivation for the many people who have put their heart and soul into developing the programme is in the positive impact there is on children, families and communities. When we talk about our purpose – about caring for our city and our people – we think Food and Fun is a shining example that we can all be incredibly proud of. Many participants obtain great life skills which has assisted them in securing other opportunities as well as the personal development and satisfaction that this also brings. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. To volunteer / for more information please contact Martin Smith, Locality Inclusion Manager at E Mail: martinsmith@aberdeencity.gov.uk or Tel.: 01224 788538.

You will be part of the Changeworks Waste Wise Volunteer team, supporting one of the waste projects - Zero Waste Leith. Key taks include: • Identify opportunities to partner with local groups and organisations to share zero waste messages through events and online communications • Host information stalls and/or interactive activities (such as our smoothie bicycle) at a community event, sometimes alongside other volunteers • Record key information such as number of people engaged at events • Lead the delivery of a workshop to a community group (eg Love Food Hate Waste) • Lead the delivery of a litter pick, including coordinating equipment, participants and liaising with staff and partners • Take the lead giving out information and bins, and/or surveying people about their waste and recycling habits on their doorstep or in public places • Co-ordinate volunteers and strategies for distributing posters, fliers, stencils and stickers in shops, stairwells and streets

The Forres Area Credit Union are seeking an extra volunteer for their savings club at Applegrove Primary School, which runs every Wednesday morning from 10.20am during term time. The main purpose of the role is to help the P5 pupils run the club, including monitoring them when doing paperwork and/or dealing with money. Another experienced saving club volunteer will be on hand for assistance. Duties would include: - Ensuring the pupils correctly fill in the Collection Sheet of member's details and amount paid in - Monitoring the pupils when completing details in the members savings book - Ensuring the cash collected balances with the collection sheet

Could you make a difference to the lives of children and other vulnerable groups across Edinburgh and the Lothians? We are looking for keen, reliable individuals with good communication skills to help local children and others learn key safety skills. The Risk Factory is an exciting purpose built centre in Edinburgh, designed to allow visitors to experience first hand a range of real life risky situations and learn how to deal with them in a controlled and supervised environment. Our volunteer Safety Guides escort groups around the lifelike hazard scenarios at the centre, encouraging them to identify dangers and to take action to reduce and avoid risks.

This is an opportunity to get involved with a vibrant community based organisation in Burnfoot, developing a community garden, producing local food and reducing food waste. Come and be part of a social group, have fun, build community and help the environment. You can be involved with all stages of growing food, harvesting and developing the site and activities. This is an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of gardening, producing food from seed to plate. There are also maintenance tasks such as weeding and watering and small joinery tasks such as building bug homes. We have large raised beds and have a large polytunnel to support our growing and workshops. There is an opportunity to come and learn at the food growing or cooking workshops or be there as a support for the workshops. We work with many different groups from parents and tots to intergenerational groups. This is a great opportunity to learn/teach how to garden, spend time outside, meet new people. Our main volunteer day is a Thursday but other times may be available. There are tasks suited to all ages and abilities and you can volunteer as and when you have the time. All activities will be supported by the Growing Officer.

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. We do this by re-selling donated household furniture and other household goods donated to our reuse warehouse at the Crichton, Dumfries. The role of volunteer merchandiser will include preparing smaller items for sale e.g. checking the goods are suitable for resale, cleaning, pricing, setting up bric-a-brac and possibly furniture displays for customers.

Sported supports over 3,000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people. We support sporting groups in and around Aberdeen City. Our volunteers are carefully matched with a Sported member clubs within their locality, who they then support on a one-to-one basis to help them to attract investment into their organisation. We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference throughout the UK 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. If you’ve got over 5 years in a range of fundraising then we’d love to hear from you: This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on a community group in your area. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Sported volunteers are given full induction training prior to starting volunteering and will be supported by a Volunteer Services team to assist them in their role. For more details please contact Mark Bingley, Volunteer Services Projects Lead at E Mail: volunteer@sported.org.uk or tel.: 020 3848 4670

Seeking workshop supervisors to welcome and induct new members, and keep the space tidy. Role involves unlocking / locking workshops; giving tours to people interested in joining; giving health and safety inductions to new members; encouraging members to keep the workspace clean and tidy; and directing members to help if needed. Volunteers must be members of the Forge first, and show they are reliable and able.

CFINE are looking for volunteer drivers for our latest initiative, ‘Tuk In Community Café’ (3-wheel electric vehicle). ‘Tuk In’ is a method of delivering low cost, tasty, healthy food to communities with high instances of food poverty. By taking advantage of surplus food redirected from landfill the café will work to ameliorate food poverty, make available CFINE services, and play a part in developing communities. All help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested, email Sean on smcveigh@cfine.org or call on 01224 596156

Northfield Community Centre is a popular and dynamic community centre and registered charity with a range of activities to support people and the community. Northfield Community Learning Association is looking for people who like to support the local community, families/children. All volunteers are provided with excellent support and any relevant training e.g.: first aid, health and hygiene, basic child protection. A great and enjoyable opportunity to help and make a difference in the local community. All help is greatly appreciated For further details please contact: Jacqui Innes Tel No: 01224 695416 E Mail: jacqui@northfieldcommunitycentremc.org

Our Language Cafes are friendly and informal weekly sessions where we invite everyone to chat in English and learn from each other about living in the UK. So far we have had over 25 different nationalities, aged be-tween 20 to 70+, with a variety of professions and educational levels. Every person attending our sessions is invited to enjoy an informal and welcoming environment that promotes tolerance and integration. Cafetistas come to learn about Aberdeen, meet people who share their circumstances and meet volunteers who would encourage them to improve their English and learn more about the UK. Every week we speak about a different topic or run an activity to encourage cafetistas to improve their language and personal skills and integrate into their community, whether in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire. *What are the benefits of being our volunteer at the Language Cafes: *You will learn about different cultures and use your personal and life skills to interact and help people who are settling in an unfamiliar environment. * You will exercise your existing capabilities and knowledge on varied topics whilst learning about new subjects and cultures. *You will learn about creative ways in which you can engage, encourage and motivate people. * You will have a positive and long lasting impact on cafetistas as well as in your community by supporting an environment of tolerance, respect and open interaction. *You will learn and practise your leading and problem solving skills as well as your creativity and adaptability. *We would like to invite volunteers who can: *Attend at least two language cafes every month over an extended period of time. This helps to support consistency and creates a solid relationship with our cafetistas and with GREC. * Research and share information with our cafetistas. * Act as moderators and lead activities with other volunteers and cafetistas during our sessions. * Create a welcoming environment by tolerating and respecting every-one attending our Language Cafes. * Ensure that everyone is given an opportunity to communicate and share their opinions during the sessions. We acknowledge our volunteers as the true foundation of the Language Cafes. A fantastic opportunity to help – with all help greatly appreciated. For more information please get in touch with Adriana via email at: language-cafe@grec.co.uk or tel.: 01224 595505.

Community Learning and Development is seen by the Scottish Government as 'empowering people, individually and collectively, to make positive changes in their lives and in their communities, through learning'. CLD is delivered by a broad range of partners and covers youth work, community capacity building, adult learning, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), working with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups and supporting volunteers. If you are interested in working with people, and supporting others in the community, then a role in CLD is for you! The Education CLD team within Clackmannanshire Council are currently recruiting volunteers to support work in the following areas:- Youth Mentors In your role as a volunteer mentor you will support young people aged 16-19 years, this will include working with them on a one-to-one basis to help them achieve their goals and aspirations for the future. This may involve accompanying young people to appointments, spending leisure time with them or taking them to the local café for a catch up. Adult Literacy Supporting our adult literacy classes. You will work with staff to support our learners with reading, writing, numbers and form filling. English for Speakers of Other Languages Supporting local adults to develop their English skills. You will work with staff to support learners with the English language and this will help them with future learning, employment and integration into the wider community. Youth Work Enjoy working with young people, we are looking for volunteers to support young people in youth groups, creative activities and outdoor activities. As a volunteer you will be offered the opportunity to take part in our 6 week induction programme, 24th October-28th November, 7.00-9.00pm at the Bowmar Centre as well as the opportunity to take part in our wider training programmes. Additionally, you will receive regular one-to-one support and will also have the opportunity to join in peer support activities. For an application pack please contact communitylearning@clacks.gov.uk or write to Community Learning and Development, 4th floor Kilncraigs, Greenside Street, Alloa, FK10 1EB.

Volunteers will be given training on how to deliver and facilitate educational workshops that are designed to give people who are on low income or affected by the welfare state the tools to become financially resilient. The volunteers will work closely with the Community Finance Co-ordinator, who will provide them with the training and support needed. They will deliver the education workshops to members of the community with the Community Finance Co-ordinator and build their skills and experience. In time, there may be opportunity for the Volunteers to lead the delivery/facilitation of the workshops, depending on ability.