TROLLEY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

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: Tel: 01224 552923 Email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

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On Ward Volunteers

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

On Ward volunteers transform the lives of older people by providing companionship to those who have no local family or friends to visit. If you enjoy meeting new people and have a genuine interest in brightening up the lives of older people in hospital then this is the role for you. You will be based in a ward and work in conjunction with NHS staff. Your role could range from providing companionship to encouraging good nutrition and hydration at meal times. You can also accompany them to the hospital café or day ward (with the authorisation from NHS staff). This is both a rewarding and challenging experience. Our volunteers are at the heart of all we do. As a Royal Voluntary Service volunteer you will be part of a historic charity that believes everyone should feel valued and involved, regardless of their age. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact us via email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or tel 01224 937110.

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T. Bar Assistant (Eye Clinic)

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

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: Helen Cowie Local Services Manager Tel.: 01224 741813 or 07837834794 e-mail: cowiehj@talktalk.net

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Home From Hospital Volunteers

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

Home from Hospital volunteers transform the lives of older people by supporting and empowering them to live the life they want and stay connected to their communities after a stay in hospital. From on the ward to back at home, even everyday tasks can seem a challenge when recovering. You’ll make a real difference to the older people you support by providing a helping hand while they get back on their feet; whether it’s visiting on ward, providing a welcome home, company to the shops or collecting a prescription. Your role will involve elements of lone working and building a relationship with those you visit, which is hugely rewarding for both you and the older people. Your role will include working with an older person to identify what would improve their life and then enabling them to take positive steps to connect to their community and reduce their isolation. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact us via email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or tel 01224 937110.

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Community Development Volunteers

HALLA - Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association

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.

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Youth Volunteer

Mannofield Church

We are currently recruiting Youth Volunteers. This is a great opportunity where you will assist in activities at the Youth Club such as sports, computer games, silly games, games consoles, discussion points, fancy dress events. Volunteers further assist at external activities such as trips to park, BBQ’s, meals, cinema, Cadona’s. A great opportunity to make a difference and help in the running of a successful youth club. For more details please contact: Ryan Webster Youth Volunteer/Elder Tel: 01224 310087 or 07446015279 e-mail: office@mannofieldchurch.org.uk or ryan.webster87@gmail.com

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Volunteer - Mobile Changing Places Toilet

PAMIS Grampian - Promoting a More Inclusive Society

We are recruiting volunteers to assist in our important and exciting Pamiloo development. Thousands of people with complex needs across Scotland are unable to attend events or visit outdoor venues due to the lack of appropriate toilet facilities and to this end PAMIS have purchased the first Scottish fully accessible mobile changing places toilet. PAMIS will use this resource for events that they organise for families and it will also be available for others to hire. To date it has been at the Edinburgh Fringe, visited various beaches and events in Scotland. We require volunteers to open and close the van, be an attendant and supervise the use of the mobile changing places toilet. This position is open to a wide group of volunteers. Training will be given. We are also recruiting volunteer drivers (for volunteer drivers you have to be 25 years old and over for insurance purposes). You could volunteer to be a driver and drive it to different venues. All bookings will be arranged through PAMIS. Excellent support and full training is provided to all volunteers and we reimburse agreed out of pocket expenses and travel. This is a hugely valuable and rewarding experience, the opportunity to learn new skills and to travel. For more information please contact Lesley Gray on email l.u.gray@dundee.ac.uk or tel.: 01382 385154. You can visit our website: www.pamis.org.uk Note: a child or adult with profound and multiple learning disabilities will always be accompanied by at least one carer at all times. You will not be expected to assist in any personal care activities.

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Volunteer Music Group Assistants

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Complementary Therapists to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. The DA Music Group is looking for a volunteer with musical background who would be able to tutor either individuals or a group in some aspect of music. The group does not stick to one specific style of music so the wider the volunteer’s knowledge and experience the better. The idea of the music group is to allow an outlet for clients musical creativity and to help them to reconnect with society and gain confidence and self-esteem. Essential qualities are patience, creativity, and the ability to bring people together. For further information regarding this opportunity, please download a Volunteer application pack from the web site www.drugsaction.co.uk or send an e-mail to amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk headed Music Group Assistant. or contact: Anne McAlister (Volunteer Co-ordinator) T: 01224 577120 / F-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk As well as Volunteer Music Group Assistants Volunteer we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Creative Group Volunteers, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Complementary Therapists.

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Volunteer Gardeners

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Gardeners. We are looking for a keen gardener to volunteer in our Timmer Market premises to help maintain our small garden area. We would be particularly interested in anyone that can maximize the potential of the garden and maintain it on a regular basis. As well as Volunteer Gardeners we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Creative Group Volunteers, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Buddies and Volunteer Music Group Assistant. For further details please contact: Anne McAlister T: 01224 577120 / F-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk

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Sorting Donations Volunteers

AberNecessities

AberNecessities is a local, non-profit charity with the aim of supporting underprivileged families in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. AberNecessities provides families with the essential items (nappies, clothing, toiletries, cots, etc.) that they need to care for their babies and children, helping alleviate the pressure of bringing up a young family with limited resources. Working with third sector organisations and childcare professional’s disadvantaged families are identified and subsequently provided with the essentials. Whilst we have a group of wonderful volunteers, we are always looking for more. In particular we require volunteers to help us sort the kind donations that we are receiving on a daily basis. This includes unpacking bags of clothes, toys, equipment; sorting these items; organising clothes; cleaning toys and equipment. A fantastic opportunity – all help makes a real difference to children and families across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. For further details please contact Michelle Herd, AberNecessities Trustee at E Mail: michelle@abernecessities.co.uk or tel: 07742 445464.

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Home Visitors (Radio Support)

British Wireless For The Blind Fund (Aberdeen)

>What is this role? This role involves visiting blind and partially sighted people in their homes, installing their new radio and teaching them how to use it as well as proving ongoing support, where needed. This role also involves a small amount of admin. >Where is it based? The role is based within your local area. You will be asked to travel around a reasonable distance within your local area. (To be mutually agreed.) >How much time will I need to commit? Each visit will take around 2 hours to complete. Depending on your area, we envisage that there will be around 1-2 visits per month. >What does the role involve? • Contact recipients by phone to agree appointment time • Visit people in their homes and install our audio equipment • Give instruction and demonstration of the equipment • Complete paperwork for each visit • Make follow up telephone call, and if required arrange further visit and training • Collect broken sets and arrange repairs • Deliver replacement sets to existing clients >What kind of person are you looking for? • Someone patient • IT knowledge an advantage but not essential • Full, clean driving licence • Good communicator >What’s in it for me? • Full training • Full expenses • The chance to gain valuable experience within a national charity • Provide support to blind and partially sighted people within your community **Please note that a full CRB check (provided by us) is required for this position** **This role requires a full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle** For more information please contact steven@blind.org.uk Find out about us, our products and services and much more at www.blind.org.uk

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Veterans Support Assistants

Action on Hearing Loss – Hearing Forces (Aberdeen)

*Why not join our exciting Hearing Forces project, which is providing support to veterans aged 65+, who have hearing loss or tinnitus and their families and carers. If you’ve got a few hours to spare every month, you could help reduce loneliness and social isolation and provide life changing support to older veterans.* There’s the opportunity to assist with hearing screening, information and hearing aid maintenance. You’ll also inform veterans about helpful equipment and signpost veterans to other services within the Unforgotten Forces consortium that can help them. No previous experience is essential, as you will get lots of training and support. For further details please contact Heather Hart, Hearing Forces – Project Assistant at E Mail: hearing.forces@hearingloss.org.uk or tel.: 0141 341 5344.

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Dementia Café Volunteers

The Living Well Project

*Dementia Café Volunteers* We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic and caring volunteers who can help us at the Living Well Cafés we have at Newhills Church, Bucksburn AB21 9SS, Oldmachar Church, Bridge of Don AB22 8PR, High Church Hilton, Aberdeen AB24 4NQ and Ferryhill Parish Church, Aberdeen AB11 6UD. You will receive ongoing training and support including Dementia Friends Sessions, working in partnership with Alzheimer's Scotland and NHS Grampian to help you understand what dementia is and how it may affect people. This is a great opportunity to help make a real difference and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information about volunteering with us please contact Jeanette Abel on 07512 141818 or Linda Rendall on 07927 541029 or email us at cafe@thelivingwellproject.org.uk

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Gardener

Aberdeen City Council - Duthie Park

At Duthie Park you will have the opportunity to work at one of best purposely designed gardens in Scotland. Opportunities can either be inside the famous Winter Gardens or outside in the Park. You will be given the opportunity to help out with the day to day maintenance of the gardens, planting and there will also be an opportunity to learn more about the history and heritage of the Park. An ideal opportunity for those who are interested in a change in career, want to learn more about gardening or those who enjoy the outdoors, gardening or want to be a bit more active. You will be made to feel very welcome as we are a very friendly, dynamic group and greatly appreciate help that volunteers give. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity to help in the local community and be involved in assisting in the exciting development of one of the best gardens in Scotland. For more information please contact: Arthur Gill (Outreach & Training Officer) Tel No: 01224 585310 E Mail: argill@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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General Assistants

North East Sensory Services (Aberdeen Services)

Volunteers provide much needed support for our activities and services through a variety of volunteer assignments. We are always happy to hear from people who can offer some time be it an hour a week or a couple of days a week. Volunteers are currently involved in a range of assignments which offer them an opportunity to use their skills or maybe learn new ones. We are currently looking for volunteers to become involved in... -Clubs and Social Groups -Admin and Clerical Support -Fundraising Events -Helping in our Charity Shop and Store -Computing Activities -Assisting in our AudioService -Running our Fitness Room -Visiting people in their own homes -Outings and Holidays -Our Resources Centres -Guiding Running -HELLO Centre (Home Entertainment Lending Library) -Doing odd jobs (painting etc.) -Driving for our clients -Befriending We would like to hear from anyone who feels they have something to offer. Some people feel they have time to spare but don't really know what they can do. We want to hear from them and will take time to explain our services and opportunities available. Full support and training is provided. Please contact us on Email: linda.fachie@nesensoryservices.org or Tel.: 0345 271 2345 for more details.

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Education Volunteers

ASPIRENorth

Do you want to work with young people, get experience in the classroom or simply want to make a difference? Then come volunteer with ASPIRENorth! Based in Aberdeen University, ASPIRENorth works with young people across the North of Scotland providing impartial information, advice and guidance about progression routes into higher education. Programmes are tailored to the needs of each pupil, taking into account individual skills, abilities and aspirations and include 1:1 support, campus visits and residential trips. We are looking for volunteers who are currently involved in or have recent experience in higher education (College & University): >What kind of support can I offer? Often many pupils don’t know anyone in their family who is in or has been in higher education before. Being a face in our programme helps demystify the process and encourage pupils to get interested. Our volunteers support pupils during workshops and help ASPIRENorth staff run residential trips. >Sounds good! How much time do I have to commit? The time you can commit is flexible to your schedule. We recognise higher education students have other commitments (e.g. exams) and so how much time you can commit is down to yourself. >What qualities do you look for in a volunteer? We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers who are also patient, understanding and happy to listen. >Do I need previous experience or a PVG? No! We offer all the training and support you’ll need to get started and will sponsor your PVG. We offer a comprehensive training programme through the year that gives you the chance to learn about designing lesson plans, public speaking, managing classes and more! We are also invested in your personal development and offer opportunities in gaining experience in school classrooms from 1:1 support to running full workshops (depending on your comfortability). Want to apply? Simply click this link to get an application form from our website here: https://www.aspirenorth.co.uk/ Got any questions? Give us an email at volunteer-aspirenorth@abdn.ac.uk

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Books Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Books Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you have a love of reading and books then this could be the role for you. You’ll help create eye-catching book displays, and keep the bookshelves fully stocked and organised As part of this role you will be: *Sorting and pricing books by category ready for the shop floor and for storage behind the scenes *Research rare books on the internet. *Spotting valuable items for our EBay shop There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Self Management Programme Volunteers

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

At Sue Ryder Dee View Court we strive to help people to live lives as fully as possible. We offer a huge range of support including long-term residential care, supported living and specialist rehabilitative services designed to help people improve or regain their abilities. We focus on a person's wellness not illness and abilities rather than disabilities. A Community based service of excellence - care that liberates lives. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a recently established self management programme for people with neurological conditions in their own homes. Through volunteering with the programme for a few hours a week/fortnight you can make a difference to peoples lives-this can be through visiting someone and having a chat and a tea/coffee or assisting people in accessing community activities, building peoples confidence again. Good support, relevant training and reimbursement of any out of pocket expenses e.g.: any bus fares/car mileage etc. is provided to all volunteers. Through volunteering with this exciting and important programme you will make a difference to people’s lives. For more details about this and volunteering with Sue Ryder please contact Julie Schoullar on email: outreach.support@suerydercare.org / tel.: 01224 896339/ 01224 245920.

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Befriender Volunteer-Inspire

Inspire

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

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Online Listings Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Can you assist with online listings - you will be very welcome at the British Heart Foundation Furniture and Electrical Store. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, perfect for enhancing your cv, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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M26 Road to Recovery

M26 Road to Recovery

We work with males over the age of 26 years who have had a drug or alcohol problem. Our aim is to give people back their self esteem and a purpose in life away from addiction. We do this through a variety of ways such as having monthly outings e.g.: fishing gorge walking, bowling. We also do a community garden. This helps people give something back to their communities and helps break down stigma. We meet on a Tuesday from 12-2.30pm. We also do a Thursday from 10am-12.30pm which is a drop-in with activities such as board games and arts and crafts. We have opportunities for people to volunteer to help out at the groups. It is very enjoyable, rewarding and you would gain good experience and make a very positive difference. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference to people and the community. For further details please contact: Aileen Goymer-Davidson on: aileengoymer@hotmail.co.uk

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Health Practice Learning Environment Volunteer

RGU

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

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Kids Fun Club - Assistant

VSA Friends for Life Club (11-14 years)

Friends For Life 6-11yrs Club: Helping with a range of activities at VSA's Saturday Fun Club from 12.30 - 2.30pm with children with additional support needs Activities include helping,preparing, and taking part in, construction games e.g.: lego, play bricks, educational activities, sensory play, board games, arts & crafts, music & dance, indoor and outdoor play The club is established, lively and has a good welcoming atmosphere. For further details please email elaine.michael@vsa.org.uk / tel.: 01224 212021

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Allotment Market Stall Volunteers

The Allotment Market Stall

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.

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IT and Marketing Support Volunteers

The Allotment Market Stall

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

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Business Mentors

Sported (Aberdeen)

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.

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Community Connectors

RNIB (Grampian Services)

When we are well connected we are well informed and well supported. We're building a stronger, more vibrant community of blind and partially sighted people and we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to make this a reality. Could you become a leading figure in a small team of volunteers in your area? You must be blind or partially sighted and a member of RNIB Connect. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact RNIB Volunteer Recruitment Team at E Mail: volunteering@rnib.org.uk or tel: 01733 374 450.

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Volunteer Driver(s)

RNIB (Grampian Services)

Do you enjoy driving and meeting people? Can you help us by driving blind and partially sighted people from their homes to various appointments, activities and services within your local area? This would be done using your own vehicle. Most of the driving would be done on Thursdays. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact RNIB Volunteer Recruitment Team at E Mail: volunteering@rnib.org.uk or tel: 01733 374 450.

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Shop Volunteer

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland

Everyone has the right to live life to the full. After a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or a stroke, many people experience fear and isolation and struggle with the impact on their lives. Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland won’t stand for that. The care and support we deliver every day ensures everyone can live the life they want to. About Retail: We currently have around 50 shops/ community hubs across Scotland. Our shops and hubs help us raise funds so we can provide our services to the people who need us. Every one of our stores relies on a team of volunteers to help run it and support our staff. Quite simply, we cannot provide our services or raise funds without the amazing support of our volunteers. The time, support and the work they do is vital to us and the people we help. By helping out in one of our stores, you can make a difference to people and their families in Scotland who are isolated, scared or anxious about their condition. About Your Role: This is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role. As part of our team of volunteers, you will provide customer support, whilst working in a friendly atmosphere, providing an extremely useful and appreciated service to the Charity. The role includes: • Welcoming and assisting customers • Customer service and sales service • Stock control • Sorting donations • Hanging and ticketing stock • Helping to keep store clean and tidy

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Fund and Awareness Raisers

The Teapot Trust (Aberdeen)

Teapot Trust is a Scottish charity providing a UK wide programme of art therapy and creative interventions for chronically ill children in hospitals and hospices. We have a team of professional art therapists working across Scotland and London, including Royal Aberdeen’s Children's Hospital. We are currently looking for volunteers to raise awareness and help to increase our presence in Aberdeen. Teapot Trust want to recruit representatives to volunteer at local events such as tea parties, sponsored runs/walks and give talks about the work we do. Volunteers could also help run an arts and crafts table, manage collecting cans and sell merchandise. We always welcome new fundraising ideas and will provide support and training depending on the event. Depending on skill set we are looking for a volunteer to manage other volunteers on a local basis. Excellent support is provided to all volunteers. A member of staff from Teapot Trust will explain to new volunteers what is required for each role and give training for relevant areas. There will be a named member of staff volunteers can also contact if they require support or wish to discuss their volunteering role. Fantastic opportunities to assist and help the Teapot Trust make a real difference for children and young people in Aberdeen. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Kirsty Moore at E Mail: info@teapot-trust.org or Tel: 0131 273 4340.

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Adventure Buddy - Aberdeen

Aberlour Child Care Trust

Would you like to help young people engage in activities and trips on a regular basis to build their skills and confidence? At Aberlour Options we run regular day trips, activities and adventures during the school holidays and at weekends. We are looking for inspirational and motivational volunteers with a sense of adventure and an interest in sports, fun, outdoors and wellbeing to help improve the outcomes and the health and social wellbeing of our young people. Aberlour Options Aberdeen supports children who have complex physical, learning, sensory and emotional needs and autistic spectrum disorders. We can provide a range of services including support at home, in the community, overnight stays, adventure breaks and outreach services. The service also provides community based education support through our inclusion service. What will I be doing?  Making a difference in a young person’s life  Assisting staff with activities and outings  Supporting young people to participate in new experiences  Supporting young people to try new activities  Support staff to plan, prepare and run the outings and activities  Helping young people to have fun  Building young people’s confidence and self esteem  Being a positive role model

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Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Family Support-Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Window and shop display assistant

Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)

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.

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Book Assistant

Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)

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.

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Friends of Bianca Volunteers

Friends of Bianca

* Volunteers to help the charity at fetes and the shelter in Portugal* We are always looking for people to assist with fund raising and helping out at fetes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to help raise money for the shelter (which currently houses 300 dogs and 30 cats). We also promote going out to the actual shelter in Sesimbra, Portugal. We are good friendly people and welcome any new people onboard to help as and when required. For further information please contact Linda Allan, CEO/Trustee at E Mail: info@friendsofbianca.org.

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Treasurer

Grampian Women's Aid

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. An exciting opportunity has arisen within Grampian Women’s Aid for a woman who has flair and passion for the movement and finance. We require a woman who has a background in finance to be Treasurer on our Board of Trustees. An interest in the Women’s Aid movement and a commitment to our ethos is essential. Women only need apply (as this post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010)). See website: www.grampianwomensaid.com Excellent training and support is provided -induction will include visits to refuge locations, meet with staff members, induction training with Scottish Womens Aid, Dynamics of Domestic abuse training, and meet with the auditors. Constant training and support will also be offered. A fantastic opportunity to join our Board of Trustees and help make a real difference in our vital work. For more information please contact Alison Hay, Manager, E Mail: alison.hay@grampianwomensaid.com or tel.: 01224 593381.

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Board Members

Grampian Women's Aid

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.

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Playgroup Volunteer

Danestone Community Centre

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

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RSPB Pin Badge Box Volunteers

RSPB Scotland (Aberdeen)

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.

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SSAFA-Forces Help Volunteers

SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity (Aberdeen Branch)

At SSAFA our volunteers are at the heart of our work supporting the Forces family. Our volunteers provide help for current Forces and veterans in local communities throughout the UK and on military bases around the world. Their work ranges from practical and emotional help to fundraising, publicity and project co-ordination. You can give as little or as much of your time as you can when you volunteer. From visiting a veteran who needs assistance to offering a listening ear during operational deployments, it’s all vital work. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Tel: 01224 708612 or Email: Aberdeen@ssafa.org.uk

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Cafe Assistant (Kitchen)

Ferryhill Parish Church

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

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Graphic Design Volunteer

The Leanne Fund (Grampian Services)

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.

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Assistant Regional Commissioner (Adult Training)

North East Scotland Scout Region

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

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Customer Service Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Customer Service volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. Our Customer Service volunteers play an important role. If you enjoy meeting and talking to people and can provide great customer service this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Talking to customers and making them feel welcome *Advising and helping people as they shop and receiving their donations *Keeping our shop floor looking great! There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Books Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Books Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. If you have a love of reading and books then this could be the role for you. You’ll help create eye-catching book displays, and keep the bookshelves fully stocked and organised As part of this role you will be: *Sorting and pricing books by category ready for the shop floor and for storage behind the scenes *Research rare books on the internet. *Spotting valuable items for our EBay shop There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Music & Entertainment Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Music & Entertainment Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. Are you interested in music, film and games then this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Sorting product in line with the category guidelines *Pricing items and identifying any valuable items for our EBay shop though online research *Dealing with the deliveries and storage *Monitoring and replenishing stock levels on the shop floor. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Vinyl Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Vinyl Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. Are you interested in music and a vinyl music fan? If so, then this opportunity could be for you. This specialist role will be ideal for those with the experience and knowledge of vinyl records and have a keen interest in all music genres As part of this role you will be: *Sorting music in line with the category guidelines for the shop *Pricing music using BHF’s pricing structure – identifying any valuable items for our EBay shop *Research vinyl titles on the internet. *Dealing with the deliveries and storage of all vinyl. *Monitoring and replenishing stock levels on the shop floor. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Sort Room Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Sort Room Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. If you have an eye for detail and enjoy working in a busy environment then this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Helping to sort, tag and steam garments ready for the sales floor *Keeping the sort room tidy and organised. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Stock Generation Volunteer

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Stock Generation Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. As a stock generator, you will use your local knowledge to raise awareness of our stock requirements with local businesses, make appointments to meet prospective donors, and maintain great relationships with our existing contacts. As part of this role you will be: *Promoting stock campaigns in your shop. *Giving out donation bags in your community. *Arranging collections of stock donations. *Contacting local businesses for surplus stock. *Supporting stock events. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Music & Entertainment Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Music & Entertainment Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. Are you interested in music, film and games then this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Sorting product in line with the category guidelines *Pricing items and identifying any valuable items for our EBay shop though online research *Dealing with the deliveries and storage *Monitoring and replenishing stock levels on the shop floor. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Stockroom Assistants

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen Rosemount Store)

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.

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Shelter-Volunteer Leaders

Shelter - George Street Shop

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.

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Stock Room Volunteers

Shelter - George Street Shop

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.

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Shelter Shop-Volunteer Supervisors

Shelter - George Street Shop

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.

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Customer Service Volunteers

Shelter - George Street Shop

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.

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Children's Panel Volunteers

Aberdeen City Council - Children's Panel

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

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Administration Assistant Volunteer(s)

Aberdeen Action on Disability Ltd.

Aberdeen Action on Disability is as a user-led organisation which provides a range of advice, information and support to people with physical and sensory disabilities in the city of Aberdeen. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer(s) to help answer the telephone in our busy office dealing with enquiries and requests for help from people with disabilities and to assist with a variety of admin. tasks on a Monday and/or Thursday morning. Good support is provided to all volunteers and all help is greatly appreciated. To volunteer/for further information please contact Barclay Bisset at E Mail: office@aad-online.com or telephone 01224 641355.

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Fundraising Events/Collections/Admin Volunteers

British Red Cross (Aberdeen)

We are looking for several volunteers in Aberdeen with complimentary skills in local event organisation, research and administration to join our newly formed Fundraising Volunteer Group. The group is volunteer led, supported by a regional community fundraiser and a longstanding local volunteer. *Typical tasks depending on the role will include: >Doing local market research and liaising with local volunteers> Contributing ideas for fundraising activities and helping to organise these> Administration around events and collections> Active promotion of the British Red Cross and what we do> Organising and carrying out fundraising collections and cash handling. *What we offer: > Learning opportunities so you can represent the Red Cross with confidence> The knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives> Repayment of expenses (by prior agreement) As a Red Cross volunteer you can proudly say you are part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. For more information please contact Alison Munro-White, Senior Community Fundraiser at E Mail: AMunroWhite@redcross.org.uk or tel: 07786311325.

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Befriender

NHS Grampian - Woodend

NHS Grampian - Befriending clients in Hospital For further details please contact: Fiona Thomson: tel.: 01224 556645 Email: fiona.thomson3@nhs.net

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Befriender/Carer Volunteers

James Tyrrell Centre

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.

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Befriending Volunteers

James Tyrrell Centre

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.

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MS Support Volunteer: Carers

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

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

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Catering Assistants

Powis Community Centre Association

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.

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Food Co-op & Foodbank Volunteers

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

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: Tel.: 01224 596156 e-mail: info@cfine.org /cmclean@cfine.org

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Newsletter Production & Poster Making Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Inchgarth Community Garden Helpers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Volunteer Drivers – Roxburghe House

NHS Grampian-Roxburghe House

Roxburghe House is an NHS Specialist Palliative Care Unit in Aberdeen. Volunteer Drivers provide important help and are greatly appreciated. Using their own vehicle volunteers are required to provide a personal service supporting patients attending our Day Unit in Ashgrove Road. The Day Unit is currently open on Tuesdays and Thursdays but we are looking to expand our service and therefore require more team members to join us. Your availability does not need to be on a weekly basis as on occasion drivers may also be required to help visitors attend Roxburghe House, therefore if you would be interesting in registering on an ad hoc basis this would equally helpful. We are looking for positive, enthusiastic and friendly people who will feel comfortable driving patients from their homes to Roxburghe House and home again. •Mileage expenses will be reimbursed by the Friends of Roxburghe House •A clean, current driving licence is essential together with relevant MOT and vehicle insurance. •Relevant training and development may be available. •Applicants will be required to undergo the relevant PVG / Disclosure Scotland checks, costs will be met by NHS Grampian A great opportunity to make a difference and all help is greatly appreciated. If you are reading this and feel you have something to offer, I would love to hear from you please contact me, Mandy Urquhart, Voluntary Services Manager – Roxburghe House on 01224 557100 mandy.urquhart@nhs.net

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Social Media Volunteer

Rape Crisis Grampian

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

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Aberdeen Digital Awareness Volunteers

Aberdeen City Council - Adult Learning Team

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

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Volunteer Drivers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

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 more information please contact: Christine McLean e-mail: cmclean@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156 Or Fiona Rae e-mail: frae@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156

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Art Gallery & Museum Packing and Moving Collections Volunteers

Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums

We have exciting opportunities for people to assist volunteering at the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums. As a Museums Collections Relocation Volunteer you can either help at the museums Kittybrewster Store and/or Aberdeen Treasure Hub in Northfield assisting in moving reserve collections, artworks and collection items to the Art Gallery. Working on conserving and identifying all items before and after the moving as well as packing and unpacking. Some admin tasks will be involved. Training in handling will be given. All Volunteers will be given the opportunity to join our team in conducting tours of our venues if interested. A fantastic opportunity and all help is greatly appreciated. Please contact Lorraine Nielsen at LNielsen@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Telephone: 01224 523673 for further details.

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Volunteer Activities Assistant

ENABLE Scotland Aberdeen Branch

Do you agree that every person who has a learning disability should have the choice and control to live the life they choose? Aberdeen ENABLE Branch are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to help at their weekly 'Pop Club' for adults with a Learning Disability from all over Aberdeen. The Branch has been running social activities in the city for nearly 60 years and there are currently around fifty members of the club. There are a number of tasks on the night at the club such as: welcoming people arriving and collecting money, making tea and coffee and serving tables, playing music, interacting with members of the club and seeing members off safely and tidying the hall afterwards. Activities Volunteers are required to help with these tasks on the night. The club meets fortnightly on a Friday night at the Rosemount Community Centre in Aberdeen (AB25 2NS) from 7.00 until 9.30 Throughout the volunteering opportunity you will gain new skills and experience working with people who have a Learning Disabilities, their families and carers. You will also have lots of fun helping to create an enjoyable experience for all involved. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with Aberdeen Branch policy. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee. If you are interested but would like to visit the Pop Club for a 'taster session' - this can be arranged as well. For more details please contact: Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299

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Music School Volunteers

The North East of Scotland Music School

Interested in Classical Music and Jazz? Want to volunteer for North East of Scotland Music School? If you have expertise in financial management or experience of events management then we would love to hear from you. In return for volunteering your time you will have opportunities to attend concerts and recitals, to meet renowned musicians and to contribute to the cultural life of Aberdeen. Don’t know who we are? Visit our website: www.nesms.org.uk A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity where all help is always greatly appreciated. To discuss getting involved please contact: Gráinne Cullen, Administrator North East of Scotland Music School, 21 Huntly Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TJ email: nesms@dsl.pipex.com tel. 01224 649685 website: www.nesms.org.uk

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Marketing and Events Assistant

SCARF (Aberdeen Services)

Calling all super people: Your chance to help people and save the planet! Scarf is a vibrant and value-driven social enterprise, headquartered in Aberdeen, delivering services across the north east of Scotland. Scarf is a developing organisation, aiming to connect with more people and make a lasting difference – alleviating poverty and reducing inequality – come and help us achieve this! We are looking for energetic, motivated people to assist us in developing our thriving social enterprise. We are looking for a marketing and events assistant to act as an ambassador for Scarf. The post holder will have the opportunity to source, organise and attend a calendar of events promoting Scarf’s advice programmes and helping us to reach our aim of connecting with more people and making a lasting difference. A fantastic opportunity to help, make a real difference and gain great experience. For further details please contact Lauren Kerr, Tel 01224 253913 / E Mail: lauren.kerr@ne.homeenergyscotland.org

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Administrator

Aberdeen Civic Forum

Aberdeen Civic Forum represents the views of communities in Aberdeen on the Community Planning Partnership. We have an opportunity for someone with administrative skills to assist the Office Bearers in ensuring that the Civic Forum reflects and advocates the views of communities in Aberdeen as effectively as possible and is able to contribute effectively to Community Planning in Aberdeen. We would hope this person could minute the meetings of the Civic Forum. Training will be provided if necessary. You will be helping to make sure that all the communities of Aberdeen have their say when plans are made for the future of the City of Aberdeen. This opportunity is in a friendly working environment based throughout the city, with meetings most often taking place in the city centre. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Jonathan Smith, Chairperson at E Mail: civicforumaberdeen@gmail.com

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Public Representatives

Health Services Research Unit (HSRU)

At the Health Services Research Unit (HSRU), we are committed to making our research relevant and accessible, as well as excellent. To achieve this we involve patients and the public in our projects from the earliest stage possible to ensure that we are asking and answering research questions that are important for society. We are looking to recruit members of the public to our public involvement group. The main role of our group is to provide a publics perspective on the activities of our research Unit. We anticipate that the group will meet in Aberdeen twice a year for group information events. In addition the group may be asked to help with particular tasks such as reviewing Unit documentation to ensure that it can be understood by the lay person. Good support and any role specific training required will be provided to all volunteers. You will also be reimbursed for any volunteering expenses e.g. public transport rates are reimbursed as and when required. A fantastic opportunity to help and all volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Katie Gillies, Senior Research Fellow at E Mail: k.gillies@abdn.ac.uk or on Tel No: 01224 438159.

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Sue Ryder-Stockroom Assistants

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

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.

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Stockroom Assistants

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

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.

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Charity Shop Assistant

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

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.

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Volunteer Publishing/PR Assistant

Memmic Foundation

We are publishing/printing a newspaper and are looking for volunteers to train up to assist in this. Is also good for work experience. Should be computer literate and able to write articles etc. Proof reading skills an advantage. For more information about this interesting and exciting opportunity please contact: Paigham Mustafa T: 01224 635616 E: xeitre@hotmail.co.uk

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Stock Room Volunteers

Barnardo's Shop - Laurel Drive

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.

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Graphic Design Volunteer(s)

Aberdeen Climate Action

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.

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Aberdeen Climate Action Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

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

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Community Clean-up Volunteers

Clean Up Aberdeen

Clean Up Aberdeen is part of Keep Scotland Beautiful's national mass-engagement campaign Clean Up Scotland. Litter picking clean ups are a great way of bringing people together. Young and old alike can roll up their sleeves together to show that they care about their neighbourhood. Everyone can take part from individuals to schools, community groups and businesses. Clean Ups are great fun and make a noticeable difference to areas. Environmental Services can lend you litter picking tongs, high viz vests, gloves and black bags and will uplift the collected rubbish. All you have to do is pick and bag the litter. For more details, or to get help organising an event call 01224 219281, or email cleanaberdeen@aberdeencity.gov.uk You can also register a Clean Up of your local community with friends and family, work colleagues or your community group at: http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/planning_environment/environmental/environmental_health/enh_litter_clean_up.asp

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Coffee-Bar Assistants

Kincorth Community Centre Association

Kincorth Community Centre Association has opportunities for people to volunteer as Coffee-Bar Assistants. General duties would include serving tea, coffee & snacks to a variety of groups and the public, from a busy community café facility which is attached to the local Library and Health Centre. Duties will also include cleaning of the kitchen and coffee-bar areas. We hope to develop our coffee-bar to serve hot meals and deliver a lunch club for the locals from the beginning of 2015. Full training will be given, a food hygiene certificate would be beneficial but not necessary as training will be available. The coffee-bar volunteering times could be any time between 10am and 3:30pm weekdays, and between 10am and 5pm (2 hour slots) at the weekend which is dependent on birthday party bookings. A great and enjoyable opportunity to assist in the community. For further details please contact: Lynne Brown (Centre Manager and Chairperson) Tel No: 01224 872851 / E Mail: new.kincorthcc@btinternet.com

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Food-bank Centre Volunteers

TLC – in partnership with Trussell Trust

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.

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Fledgling Online Feedback Volunteer

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

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

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Online Feedback Volunteer

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

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

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Fledgling Arts Collective Central-Online Outreach Volunteers

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

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

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Caf4e & Company Lunch Club Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

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

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Lunch Club Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

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

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RAF Association Volunteers

Royal Air Forces Association (Aberdeen)

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.

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Athletics Officials

Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club

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.

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Fundraisers/Bucket Collectors

Age Sentinel Trust (Aberdeen)

Age Sentinel Trust provides help and support to older people in need. In particular we provide help and support with regards dementia and Alzheimer’s. We are seeking volunteers in Aberdeen to help in the vital work we do through joining us in supermarkets at bag packing events/bucket collections we have organised. A fantastic opportunity to help in the work we do and people we support. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Hugh Munro (Age Sentinel Trust Manager Scotland) on E Mail: uisdean.munro@yahoo.co.uk / Tel No: 07763195020

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IT Support Volunteer

AbilityNet (Aberdeen Services)

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

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Contact the Elderly Volunteers

Contact the Elderly (Aberdeen and North of Scotland)

Contact the Elderly 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.

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Welfare Assessor

GroceryAid (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

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

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Community Ambassador

Dragados UK

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.

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Volunteer Driver(s)

Woodside Fountain Community Centre

*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.

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Social Media Committee member(s)

Club Sport Aberdeen

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.

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Board of Trustees; Treasurer

Cultivate Aberdeen

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, experienced, and committed individual to join our Board of Trustees in the capacity of Treasurer. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to help us have an impact on reducing food-poverty and boosting shared prosperity through community garden initiatives within Aberdeen; helping both the community and environment. The role is a voluntary position and includes five face-to-face meetings per year and conference calls to approve our outreach programmes, budgets and policies. Outside of Board meetings all trustees will have an area of work to lead on. -Main Duties: *Monitoring our financial position and reporting to the Board *In conjunction with the Executive Chairman monitor cash-flow forecasting, income streams, outgoing expenses and the overarching strategic management of the organisation’s financial resources * In conjunction with the Executive Chairperson seek-out and write funding applications and oversee appropriate expenditure of such * Act as a signatory on the organisations bank account Cultivate Aberdeen is a community initiative that aims to provide food-growing and sustainable practice education and facilities to local areas across Aberdeen; designed, developed, and sustained largely by young people and their communities. If you are interested in the role, or would like further information, please email info@cultivateaberdeen.co.uk. To apply please forward a CV and cover letter outlining your experiences and what you could bring to the role.

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Board of Trustees: Secretary

Cultivate Aberdeen

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, experienced, and committed individual to join our Board of Trustees in the capacity of Secretary. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to help us have an impact on reducing food-poverty and boosting shared prosperity through community garden initiatives within Aberdeen; helping both the community and the environment. The role is a voluntary position and includes five face-to-face meetings per year and conference calls to approve our outreach programmes, budgets and policies. Outside of Board meetings all trustees will have an area of work to lead on. -Main Duties are: *Prepare agendas for board meetings in consultation with the Executive Chairoerson * To attend and minute meetings and circulate the draft minutes to all Trustees * To ensure up-to-date records are kept of both committee and general membership * To ensure that the organisation complies with the requirements of the Scottish Charity Regulator in terms of registration, reporting, changes to governing documents and Trustee information, etc. * To respond to queries generated through our website and social media pages Cultivate Aberdeen is a community initiative that aims to provide food-growing and sustainable practice education and facilities to local areas across Aberdeen; designed, developed, and sustained largely by young people and their communities. If you are interested in the role, or would like further information, please email info@cultivateaberdeen.co.uk . To apply please forward a CV and cover letter outlining your experiences and what you could bring to the role.

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Mentors (St Machar Academy)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen)

"My mentor tells me that I am good enough. She makes me believe in myself as well. I haven’t had a lot of times where someone tells me that I’m good enough or ‘you can do it'." Shannon, Mentored young person. MCR Pathways is Scottish charity that is looking for volunteers to mentor local disadvantaged pupils like Shannon. Mentors are matched with a young person and provide a caring, listening ear for just one hour a week at school. Mentoring takes place at St Machar Academy, St Machar Drive, Aberdeen for one hour a week during the school day. Our vision is that every care-experienced and disadvantaged young person in Scotland gets the same education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances as every other young person. All help makes a real difference and excellent support is provided to all volunteers. Mentors don’t need any special skills or experience, but should be good listeners, caring, non-judgmental and committed. Mentors receive full introductory and ongoing training and are supported by a full-time MCR Pathways Coordinator. For further details please contact Roxanne Card, MCR Pathways Coordinator at E Mail: roxanne.card@mcrpathways.org, Tel No: 01224 492855 or register via our website at www.mcrpathways.org/get-involved/

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Charity Shop Volunteers (George Street)

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes volunteering at our charity shop in George Street, Aberdeen: We need Charity Shop Assistants who would meet and serve customers at our shop. Come and support us to raise money to support lonely and isolated people. Any amount of hour is appreciated. Just let us know your availability and we shall fit you in. In return you shall be working with a team of friendly people from diverse groups who are always willing to support each other to ensure the we achieve our goal. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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Older People Volunteer Befrienders

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes assisting with our Older People Volunteer Befriending Service. Our Older People Volunteer Befrienders are matched on a 1:1 basis with an older person aged 50 and above within the North areas of Aberdeen(including-Stoneywood, Bucksburn, Dyce, Seaton, Northfield and Bridge of Don).Volunteer befrienders visit their befriendees once a week to spend quality time(2-3 hours) with them (which may include support with accessing /attending local activities ) to reduce loneliness and isolation. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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Community Transport Volunteers

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

Do you love driving, meeting people and have a genuine interest in helping older people? Then this role is for you. Our Community Transport volunteers provide much needed transport for older people to help them attend appointments and social activities. Volunteer drivers provide friendly social contact and help them to maintain their independence. You can also help with shopping needs either with Assisted Shopping or Shop and Drop. Your role will involve elements of lone working and building a relationship with those you transport, which is hugely rewarding for both you and the older people. You may take an older person to a regular appointment or respond to ad-hoc requests for transport. Drivers use their own vehicles to provide a friendly journey and support the older person to and from their home and destination. Community Transport volunteers are so much more than taxi drivers! All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact us via email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or tel 01224 937110.

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Admin Assistant Volunteers

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre is currently recruiting volunteer(s) to assist with general office administration. A great opportunity to assist and use/enhance/develop skills. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Ahashan Habib, Centre Manager at E Mail: a.habib@abmc.org.uk or tel.: 01224 977424.

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Volunteer Fundraising Committee Member

CLIC Sargent (Grampian & Shetland)

CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading children’s cancer charity and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join a local CLIC Sargent fundraising group, helping to raise vital funds for children and families affected by cancer. Our fundraising committees play a key role in our regional fundraising efforts, supporting us by running local events and activities, raising both money and awareness for the charity. Depending on the event, tasks may include: • Preparing for events and assisting with local marketing activity • Helping set up and pack away the event site • Marshalling and cheering on participants at running events • Responding to participant enquiries • Selling programmes and/or merchandise This is a great opportunity to: -gain valuable experience of organising events and activities, raising both funds and the charity’s profile -you will receive a full briefing and relevant training before every event -you will be part of a friendly, energetic and motivated team -will gain insight into the work of CLIC Sargent For further details about how you can help make a difference please contact: Jennifer Keegan E Mail: Run@CLICSargent.org.uk Tel No: 0141 572 5705

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Support Volunteer

Alzheimer Scotland (Aberdeen & North East Services)

*Do You have some spare time? Do you want to help others?* We are always looking for interested volunteers to help out with our groups or at our one-off events. For any volunteering enquiries, please email drcaberdeen@alzscot.org or phone 01224 644077.

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Pace Makers

Heart Research UK (Grampian Area)

Help us take on Scotland’s single biggest killer! Help us build up the pace in Scotland by sharing our badges and displaying posters across your local area; playing your part in the future of Scottish medical research and taking on heart disease. Our Heart of Scotland Appeal is a fundraising campaign to raise and spend money in Scotland on vital medical research into the prevention, treatment and cure of heart disease. 41 people die every day in Scotland from cardiovascular disease and we know that the death rate from coronary heart disease is almost 50% higher than for the South East of England. This isn’t fair and we want to change this. We will provide posters for you to display in your local shops, community centres, libraries, supermarkets, pharmacies and doctors surgeries to help us reach as many people as possible. The Heart of Scotland Appeal is backed by internationally acclaimed Scottish fashion designer, Christopher Kane. Christopher has designed four unique badges featuring the words Love, Care, Brave and Life. We can send you a box of badges to sell to friends, family and colleagues for donations, as well as asking local shops if they will have a box of badges on their counter (that we can then send out to them directly). Join our network of volunteer Pace Makers and help us get everyone wearing a Heart of Scotland badge. Together we can keep those we love around for longer. For more information please contact Pamela Hook at E Mail: fundraisingadmin@heartresearch.org.uk or tel.: 0113 234 7474.

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Marketing & PR Volunteers

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

CFINE are a charity with the environment at our heart, looking to recycle, upcycle, make and mend. We currently offer courses in upholstery, sewing and knitting. But we want to do so much more. So we need your help to come up with more ideas, promote our courses and help us make people more self-sufficient in practical ways. If you have experience and enthusiasm in promoting and marketing and the time to give us a hand, then come in and have a chat with Sarah, call her on 01224 596156 or email info@cfine.org

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Driver

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Volunteer drivers are required to drive both our large and a number of smaller vans. Pick up produce from supermarkets, etc. and deliver to projects for use. Anything from 1 hour per week would be useful. CFINE improve health and contribute to regeneration through: Community food Outlets - wee shops open 1-2 hours per week and FareShare - where we collect produce from retailers which would otherwise be dumped and distribute through projects to vulnerable people e.g. Homeless. For further details please contact Tel.: 01224 596156 e-mail: info@cfine.org /cmclean@cfine.org

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Membership Officer Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Pre-school/Toddlers Group Organisers

Inchgarth Community Centre

*We have exciting opportunities at Inchgarth Community Centre for people to help organise entertainment and activities for our preschool toddlers, find new people to join the group and possibly attend the session to help the group. This is a great opportunity to develop your organisational & customer services skills, and gain experience in group/event management. *When? Thursday, 9.30am-11am (date can change regarding your availabilities) *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/

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Homework Club Asst

St Machar Parent Support Project

Facilitation of homework club (term time) - guidance with homework; purchasing provisions; making snacks. Help with reading, writing and project work

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Volunteer Support Workers

Rape Crisis Grampian

Rape Crisis Grampian is a fully inclusive service which provides free, confidential support to survivors of rape and sexual violence aged of 13 years and over. To enable us to provide a consistent service, Survivors are supported by Volunteer Support Workers. We currently have a pool of eleven Volunteers who offer face to face, email or telephone support. Support Volunteers undertake a comprehensive selection and training process and will be registered with the PVG – Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme. We are looking for individuals who are: *Empathetic, non-judgemental and good listeners *Able to commit to volunteering for at least 12 months and a minimum of three hours per week *Able to maintain confidentiality and anonymity *Open to gaining an understanding about rape and sexual violence and its impacts on individuals. Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteers. Including sixty hours of training. The training is comprehensive and ensures all Volunteers are equipped with the skills necessary to support Survivors. Debriefing is provided after each support session and volunteers are further supported via quarterly group Supervision as an additional means of support. If you would like more information or to apply please contact our Volunteer Coordinator on: 01224 590932 or email: volunteercoordinator@rapecrisisgrampian.co.uk

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Committee Member

Aberdeen Lads Club

The Opportunity is to be a Committee Member and Charity Trustee of one of the oldest Young People's charities in Aberdeen. We seek Someone with a variety of business skills and will welcome approaches from suitably qualified canditates Please contact Angie Johnstone, tel.: 01224 492672 or e-mail: angie@aberdeenladsclub.org.uk for further details. Any help provided will be greatly appreciated and make a real difference.

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Warehouse - sorting of donations

Instant Neighbour Charity

We rely on donations of good quality, second hand furniture, textiles and bric a brac. in order for this to be sold at a reduced cost, the items need to be checked, cleaned and on some occasions built. By doing this, Instant Neighbour is able to provide a unique service of practical help, advice and emotional support to some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in Aberdeen. Please contact Susan Cheyne, Business Development Manager 01224 489955 email susan.cheyne@instantneighbour.co.uk

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Shop Volunteers

Home-Start Aberdeen

Home-Start Aberdeen supports local families, who may be vulnerable or suffering from isolation, with emotional and practical support in their own homes. Our charity shop, which raises valuable funds towards our work, opened in 2012. It is located in the heart of the city at 101 George Street, opposite John Lewis. The shop is always keen to recruit volunteers who might wish to assist with a number of activities, including sorting and pricing stock, arranging window displays, liaising with customers and lending a hand at special promotional events. No prior retail experience is required; our friendly shop staff team provide all volunteers with advice and guidance. Volunteering at the Home-Start Aberdeen shop is therefore an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people and gain confidence. It is also a meaningful way to support Home-Start Aberdeen’s work with local families. For further details please contact Karen Milne, Charity Shop Manager, E Mail: shop@homestartaberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 622390

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Group Volunteers (Aberdeen Young Carers)

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

Incredible things happen when you believe in children… become a volunteer with Barnardo’s and see why. We are looking for volunteers to help support groups made up of children and young people who are part of Aberdeen Young Carers, a new service within Barnardo’s in Aberdeen. A young carer is someone up to the age of 18 who provides unpaid help and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who due to illness or disability cannot manage to live independently without the carer’s help. It may involve practical support like cooking, or house work, or emotional support. Barnardo’s want to bring out the best in every child no matter who they are or what they have been through. We look at the bigger picture and strive for a better future for all children and young people. A group volunteer will assist the staff member in delivering any planned activities e.g. arts and crafts, baking etc. They will actively participate with the activity, encourage the young people to join in and have fun and build up positive relationships with the children and young people by being friendly and non-judgemental. If you have some time on your hands, are looking to gain experience or want to give something back into the community, come and volunteer for Barnardo’s! This is flexible opportunity; groups will generally run on a weekly basis, you can volunteer with us every week, every fortnight or every month depending on your own availability. The groups will predominately take place out with school time however there may be some opportunities for buddies to assist groups within school hours. There will also be the opportunity for volunteers to help with our school holiday programmes. For more information please contact Susanne Fraser, Volunteer Co-ordinator at E Mail: susanne.fraser@barnardos.org.uk or tel: 01224 624090.

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Creative Group Volunteers

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Creative Group Volunteers to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. Do you have a creative skill that you can share with our service users? We are looking for people with skills and knowledge in all areas of the arts who can help us to devise and deliver creative groups and sessions or one-to –one tutoring in all of our Aberdeen services. Anything from creative writing to crochet, upholstery to cake decorating we are welcome to any suggestions. As well as Creative Group Volunteers we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Music Group Assistant. For further details please contact: Anne McAlister T: 01224 577120 / E-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk

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Volunteer Retail Assistants

Barnardo's Shop - Union St

We have exciting opportunities for people to volunteer at our Union Street store such as a Volunteer Retail Assistant. Unlike standard retail outlets, our stores offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the retail operation. Our Volunteer Retail Assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities including: * Providing strong customer service. * Serving customers at the till. * Taking receipt of stock donations from the public, thanking them for their generosity and finding out if they are Gift Aid Donors. * Signing up new Gift Aid Donors (this raises an extra 25p per pound for Barnardo's from the sale of donations and does not cost donors anything). * Replenishing stock by making sure our rails and shelves are well-stocked, visually appealing and tidy. * Merchandising throughout the store. * Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing. * Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking. * If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Stock Room Volunteers

Barnardo's Shop - Castle St

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 Castle Street 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.

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volunteer stock procesors

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy working in a busy environment then this could be the role for you. Good organisational skills and an understanding of current fashion trends would be beneficial. The role involves helping to sort , tag and steam garments ready for the sales floor and keeping the stock room tidy and organised Volunteering can help you to gain valuable work experience, meet people, make new friends and develop your skills. Full training will be available for this role. Your time helps raise vital funds to beat heart disease. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email:A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Aberdeen Arts Centre Cafe Volunteers

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Aberdeen Arts Centre operates a snack/cafe bar which is at the heart of all the Centres activities. All of the visitors, drama groups and musicians visit the cafe, as well as visiting companies, exhibitors and guests. This is a busy and exciting area of the Arts Centre. Volunteers are required to assist in the cafe bar which operates before and during evening performances, and as and when required. Volunteers serve non-alcoholic refreshments, clear tables, wash dishes and deal with money. The cafe bar is also often the venue for small musical concerts during special promotional events. The cafe bar is a busy and exciting area of the centre. Volunteers are provided with good support, given a tour of the building and can attend any shows for free. The Centre is a recipient of the Queens Award for Voluntary Service and Volunteer Friendly Awards in recognition of the great support it provides to volunteers and the community. For further information please contact Stephanie Walls on email: stephanie.walls@act-aberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 635208.

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ACT Aberdeen Volunteers

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Get In On the ACT ! - Volunteer at ACT Aberdeen today! ACT Aberdeen is a centrally located leading theatre and community hub for all. From new writing, to amateur dramatics to community cast collaboratives, youth theatre, musicals, festivals and so much more; there is so much to be involved…why miss out? ACT runs as a charitable organisation with a small core staff supplemented with an incomparable volunteer base of over 80 individuals of all ages. We truly are an intergenerational organisation, with performing arts tuition at the heart of what we do. Add into the mix a family ethos at ACT we can continue to be a theatre which champions in aiding everyone’s entitlement “…to an enriching cultural life, regardless of age or social circumstance”. Consider our theatrical calendar for our 350 seater auditorium and our Volunteers, without whom we wouldn’t be able to achieve what we achieve! Such commitment is unrivalled in the North East and allows us to reinvest back into our community with new arts projects, youth theatre and festivals allowing for first theatrical experiences and more - and it has not gone unnoticed! ACT are recipients of the Queen’s Unsung Heroes Award and the Volunteer Friendly Award. With Volunteering experiences available such as Front of House ushers, Cafebar Attendants, Bar & Conference Attendants, Maintenance volunteers and much more - Why not get in on the ACT? For further information please contact Stephanie Walls on email: stephanie.walls@act-aberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 635208.

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Customer Service Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Customer Service volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. Our Customer Service volunteers play an important role. If you enjoy meeting and talking to people and can provide great customer service this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Talking to customers and making them feel welcome *Advising and helping people as they shop and receiving their donations *Keeping our shop floor looking great! There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Volunteer Drivers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Volunteer Drivers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you are looking for a flexible role that gets you out and about meeting people this could be the role for you. This is a vital role helping to keep the donations coming into the shops from the local community. As part of this role you will be: *Collecting stock from people’s homes or businesses and taking them to your local shop. *Offering a friendly, professional service in your local community *Agreeing your collections with the local shop manager *Promoting the work of the BHF in the community. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Telephone / Admin Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Telephone / Admin Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. Do you have a great telephone manner and are confident, calm and collected? Do you enjoy working as part of a team then this is a great role for you. As part of this role you will be: *The first point of contact for our customers. *Helping our customers with their enquiries *Arranging collections of donations There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Active Schools Volunteers

Aberdeen City Active Schools

Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV? Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or boxing, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Then in addition you can also boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support is provided to all volunteers and all help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kim McRobbie, Active Schools Coordinator at E Mail: KiMcRobbie@sportaberdeen.co.uk or tel.: 07825 228173.

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Streetsport Volunteer

Denis Law Legacy Trust Street Sport

Streetsport provides young people across Aberdeen City with the opportunity to play sport for free in a fun and safe environment. We run week night sessions year-round and are looking for volunteers to help at these sessions. Working as part of a team, you will assist with organising and participating in activities while building relationships with the young people that attend the sessions. Volunteering with Streetsport is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in the local communities. In addition to enhancing your CV / excellent experience for future employment, you will also have the opportunity to attend internal and external coaching and training courses. For more details please contact Hannah Clews, Streetsport Coordinator at E Mail: h.c.clews2@rgu.ac.uk or tel.: 01224 263684.

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Cash Desk Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Do you always have a welcoming smile on your face and love getting in to conversations? Why not get to know the people from your community with this versatile volunteering role. Gain valuable experience in customer service adding value to your CV. You’ll be at the heart of the BHF’s fight against heart disease. You will be serving customers, helping to promote our stock and awareness campaigns and encouraging every donor to become part of our Gift Aid scheme. If you want to get to know the community around you this is a perfect way to integrate yourself into your local area and maybe spread the volunteering bug to new recruits. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Volunteer Minibus Driver

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

The MS Society is looking for someone to drive members and service users from their homes in various locations across the city to Inchgarth Community Centre, where many of our services are based on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Our minibus was a donation from the Lord Provost’s Charitable Fund in 2007 and is parked in the car park at the Free Church (Continuing) at 55 Long Walk Road, Mastrick. We have a driver who volunteers on a Monday morning and all day on Wednesday. Ideally you should be available on a Tuesday morning and early afternoon and we can discuss other possibilities once a driver has been identified and their availability for driving users to other services can be established. Good support is provided to all volunteers and all help makes a real difference. For further details please contact Ian Gourlay, Projects and Fundraising Volunteer at E Mail: aberdeen@mssociety.org.uk or tel: 01224 820453.

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MS Support Volunteer: Telephone Contact

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

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: telephone contact you will assist greatly in this work through helping with tasks such as: •regularly contact members of the branch •provide emotional support (a listening ear) to people you speak to •provide information and updates about branch activities •arrange for information to be sent if requested/appropriate •identify any problem areas for the individual or family and refer to the lead support volunteer. 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 and 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

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Under 12s Playgroup Volunteers

Northfield Community Learning Association

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.

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Tea Bar Assistant

Anthony Nolan Trust (Aberdeen)

At Anthony Nolan Trust we work to save the lives of people with blood cancer who need a stem cell (or bone marrow) transplant. We run the country's largest bone marrow register. To help us in this vital work we are currently recruiting volunteers for the beautiful tea bar we have at Aberdeen Sheriff Court, Castle Street, Aberdeen. In this position you will be involved in the smooth running of the tea bar at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. The tea bar is open to staff, lawyers and crown witnesses. Very pleasant surroundings and lovely people. The role involves making and serving teas, coffees, scones, pancakes, etc., for three hours per week/fortnight. A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity. All help makes a real difference helping to raise funds for Anthony Nolan Trust for people with blood cancer who need a stem cell (or bone marrow) transplant. For further details please contact: Katy Forgie at email: katy.forgie@yahoo.co.uk / Tel No: 07763 198873 or 01224 712738.

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Community Media Volunteers

SHMU -Station House Media Unit

Station House Media Unit (shmu) have plenty of opportunities for people to get involved, including volunteering for radio and community magazines, events and more. shmu is a friendly place where everybody is welcome. The main strength of the organisation is our volunteers and we're always keen to get new people involved - if not, you're missing out! We work primarily in the Cummings Park, Mastrick, Middlefield, Northfield, Seaton, Tillydrone, Torry and Woodside localities of Aberdeen and are looking for people to get involved in our community magazines and radio shows. To volunteer for this position(s) people must reside in one of SHMU’s core communities of either Cummings Park, Mastrick, Middlefield, Northfield, Seaton, Tillydrone, Torry or Woodside areas of Aberdeen. Other than this you don’t need to have any previous experience as all training is provided – just an interest in your community! If you would like more information on how to volunteer at shmu, contact Laura Young by telephone 01224 515013 or email laura.young@shmu.org.uk

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Telephone/Admin Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Are you calm, collected and happy to chat on the phone? 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. If you have good communication skills and able to follow administration processes accurately then come and be a part of our team and laugh and chat with other volunteers over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Perfect for enhancing your CV and skills set. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Clinical Skills Centre Volunteer

RGU

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP TRAIN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS OF THE FUTURE? If the answer is yes then the Volunteer Programme in the Faculty of Health and Social Care needs your help!! We are looking to recruit volunteers of all ages and from all backgrounds to play the role of a service user or assist with the practising of non-invasive procedures such as taking blood pressure. Do you have, or do you live with someone who has, an existing health condition and would be willing to talk to the students about livng with it? If the answer is yes then you could become an “expert” patient. All volunteers will receive a £20.00 gift voucher along with travel expenses and refreshments. As a volunteer you will receive an induction training session where you have the opportunity to meet other volunteers, receive a tour round the Clinical Skills Centre and find out a bit more about the programme. We are also offering a training programme for volunteers which will take place throughout the year. A great opportunity to help and make a positive difference. Any help you give will be greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Fiona Logie on 01224 262905 or f.logie@rgu.ac.uk

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Speaker/ Ambassador

Asthma and Allergy Foundation

*Do you suffer from asthma? *Do you know someone who has asthma? *Three people die everyday as a result of asthma and many more are hospitalised because of an asthma attack. *Would you help change this? Would you help make a difference in the lives of people living with asthma and allergies? You can help by giving out a few hours in a month to be one of our ambassadors. This is a great opportunity to help and make a difference through: -You will represent Asthma and Allergy Foundation through regular speaking engagements. -Help promote the work of Asthma and Allergy Foundation by educating people about our work and encouraging them to get involved. -To pass on details of those who wish to receive further information or support our work to the head of community relations -To seek out speaking opportunities within an agreed area -To be both an inspirer and motivator This role will give you the opportunity of meeting new people, learn new skills and work as part of a dedicated team; also the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping people in need. For further details please contact: Martina Chukwuma-Ezike Email: Martina.Ezike@aaf-un.org or info@aaf-un.org / Tel: 01224 973001/ Web: www.aaf-un.org

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Transport Assistants/Drivers

North East Sensory Services (Aberdeen Services)

North East Sensory Services (NESS) requires volunteer Drivers/Transport Assistants to help elderly people, suffering from hearing or sight loss, access social groups and activities in Aberdeen City Centre. Groups meet all week but mostly on Tuesdays and volunteers would be required to either drive the organisation’s car or use their own vehicle, with all expenses covered. At NESS we are not just looking for people to drive cars – we want kind, happy, friendly people, willing to help a blind or deaf person in and out of a car. Volunteers will be asked to give a few hours per week (or more if they can manage) to collect service users from their homes around Aberdeen and take them to our headquarters in the city centre then return them home a few hours later. If you can help, please contact Debbie Robertson on 0345 2712345 or debbie.robertson@nesensoryservices.org

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First Aider

St Andrews First Aid

To administer First Aid to public at events ranging from village fetes to major pop concerts and international sports events. Our volunteers are seen at every major event across the country. From as little as two hours a week, you can devote as much or as little time as suits you. We can teach you First Aid skills that could save a life, help to deal with an emergency and make a real difference in your community. It’s loads of fun, you’ll meet lots of new people and get to be part of a truly life-saving organisation. In the Grampian area volunteers with St Andrew’s First Aid provide first aid cover and services at numerous events in the region including: -concerts - including bands such as Oasis, X-Factor, Kaiser Chiefs, Pink, Status Quo & Daniel O'Donnell -exhibitions - including Offshore Europe and wedding exhibitions -conferences - including Commonwealth Local Government Conference charity events such as the Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament, Race For Life and the Emmerdale Extravaganza -local galas & fairs - including The Keith Show -sporting events such as Snooker, Athletics, Balmoral 10k Race and Triathlons -corporate events e.g. Christmas functions There are opportunities for young people to get involved too. Children between the ages of 6 and 10 years old can join the Badgers, and young people from 11 to 15 can join the Cadets, taking part in a whole range of activities. Please contact us for further details about how you can assist and get involved at: Janine Ewen e-mail: janine.ewen@firstaid.org.uk

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Friends Connect Project Volunteers

Down’s Syndrome Scotland (Aberdeen)

YOU can help young people and adults with Down’s syndrome in Aberdeen build their confidence and self-esteem, get out and about more doing the things they enjoy but also getting involved and taking part in new activities. It is a fun, rewarding and inspirational role - ALL IT TAKES is a commitment to a couple of meet ups every month. We will provide out of pocket expenses, training and all the help you need to be a successful Mentor. Don’t just listen to us. Here’s what our volunteers say:- "I have seen a real difference in Tommy's confidence, he chats away and has become very sociable, he even chatted up the barmaid on our last meet up." (feedback from volunteer). "The two young woman I mentor, meet up every couple of weeks. They usually just like to go for a coffee and a chat or to the cinema but recently they have decided on trying a Zumba class. I'm thrilled because they now feel confident with each other to try something new. Their friendship is blossoming and I'm part of making it happen." (feedback from volunteer). For further details please contact: Susan Davies, Project Worker, Friends Connect Email: susand@dsscotland.org.uk / tel.: 0131 313 8614 / 07850203506

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Walk Leader

Sport Aberdeen

Want to be involved in your local community getting people active? We are looking for people to lead health walks as part of the Walk Aberdeen programme. Full training is provided in the form of a one day fully recognised walk leader training course. On completion of this the volunteer will have the opportunity to support or lead walking groups in your local community, encouraging others to get active and enjoy some social exercise. This position is a great opportunity to be active in your local area. Full support is available to assist you taking on this role and gradually build the confidence to be a walk leader. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Brian Harrison (Health Walks Coordinator): E. bharrison@sportaberdeen.co.uk / Tel. 01224 047928 / Mobile 07719501361

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Child/Young Person Mentors

Action for Children (Aberdeen & North East Services)

*Action for Children Aberdeen Priority Families - be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Child/Young Person Mentor* Volunteer mentors guide, advise, listen to and support children/young people, sharing their experiences as well as trying new activities and spending quality time together. Matched with a child/young person in Aberdeen City you will develop a 1:1 relationship providing regular positive input to their social, emotional and educational development on a weekly/fortnightly basis for a few hours at a time. The benefit of the mentoring service positively affects the individual child, their family life, their school academic life, the relationships with their friends and the life of the volunteer mentor. Through volunteering you will make a positive difference to the life of a child/young person. Full training, regular support, reasonable out of pocket expenses are provide and you will be able to easily fit mentoring in around your other commitments. Being a Child/Young Person Mentor at Action for Children - Aberdeen Priority Families further provides valuable experience of working with children and families, learning about how best to support children/ young people living in difficult situations, whilst being fully supported in their practice, the opportunity to develop personal skills such as communication, motivation and improved confidence, the chance to meet like-minded new people. A PVG Disclosure (provided by us) is necessary for this role. A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. For more details please contact us at Email andy.farquhar@actionforchildren.org.uk or call 07764788430.

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Athletics Announcer

North East Scotland Athletics Partnership

NESAP - North East Scotland Athletics Partnership are looking for an enthusiastic, confident person to join their busy events team as an events announcer. Your role will be to provide information to athletes/coaches and spectators over the public address system as well as providing short athletics event commentary. Announcers make a significant difference to athletics events. They ensure athletes, coaches and spectators are aware of what is currently happening, what has happened and what is due to happen during an event. As an announcer you will attend Track & Field meetings in Aberdeen and make various announcements over the public address system as well as the opportunity to provide commentary on events taking place within the arena. The role requires a confident clear speaking person who can relay information quickly and concisely, you do not have to have experience within athletics. An exciting, enjoyable opportunity where you will make a difference. All help is always greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Alasdhair Love Tel No: 07584146796 E Mail: alasdhair.love@scottishathletics.org.uk

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Local historian

Rosewell House, Bon Accord Care

We are looking for individuals who have an interested in Aberdeen and surrounding areas - local history, old shops and entertainment venues, people who are confident talking to and with an audience. Contact Pamela Tarbet Activity Co-ordinator tel: 01224 789555

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Musician

Rosewell House, Bon Accord Care

We are looking for a volunteer with musical talent be it an individual or a group. Contact Pamela Tarbet Activity Co-ordinator tel: 01224 789555

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SSAFA Caseworkers

SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity (Aberdeen Branch)

SSAFA is a national charity helping and supporting those who serve in our Armed Forces, those who used to serve and families of both. One day’s paid service in any of our Armed Forces is all that is needed to qualify for assistance from SSAFA. Our network of branches provided support to veterans and the Armed Forces community. Currently SSAFA has 92 branches and 65 service committees worldwide. Caseworkers provide friendly support and advice to eligible individuals. The role of the caseworker is to assess the needs of the client and access appropriate assistance. This could include obtaining financial assistance or accessing specialist equipment for clients with disabilities. Good support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Includes local induction training and a Caseworker course. A fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of service personnel, reservists, veterans and their families. All help is greatly appreciated. For More details please contact Emily Clark at email aberdeen@ssafa.org.uk

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Sea Cadet Volunteer

Bridge of Don Sea Cadets

Bridge of Don Sea Cadets is a friendly, productive and energetic unit within the national Sea Cadet movement. The kids benefit from the support, training and guidance of a dedicated team of voluntary staff, civilian assistants and parental supporters. We are actively looking for new members of staff (18+) to assist in the running of our unit. You have the option of joining as a civilian instructor or as a uniformed member of staff. Civilian Instructor is a role ideally suited to someone who can contribute to the unit but does not wish to enrol as a fully uniformed member of staff. All we ask is that you give up some time every week with the odd weekend throughout the year. Uniformed Staff are responsible for the training of cadets within the Corps. Specialised skills can be developed at Sea Cadet training centres throughout the country. You will initially be interviewed to join as a Civilian Instructor and will be required to go through an enhanced criminal records check. Once this has been done you will work towards becoming a Petty Officer (SCC). You will be required to attend a Sea Cadet Instructors Qualifying course at one of our National Training Centres, obtain a First Aid qualification as well as receive training and assessment in Instructional Methods. A great opportunity to be involved in the Sea Cadets For more details please contact: Mike Reid Tel No: 01224 705870 E Mail: bodscc@hotmail.com

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Foodbank Operatives

TLC – in partnership with Trussell Trust

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.

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Card Making Volunteers

Rubislaw Park Care Home

Rubislaw Park Care Home for older people provides a level of care and support to ensure residents maintain their independence and individuality. We believe that through developing an atmosphere of individual care and attention with our service users contributes to their well-being and comfort, enabling residents to enjoy life to its fullest potential. The Card Making Group is a fun and vital part of this and we currently have opportunities for volunteers to assist at the group with our residents in making cards. All equipment will be supplied and all volunteer help is greatly appreciated. A fantastic and enjoyable opportunity to help a care home setting and which will help enrich the lives of older residents. This is a very rewarding opportunity as it is very satisfying. A good cup of tea/coffee, a fine piece and good company awaits all volunteers who help us. For further details please contact: Marcia Brown Activities Co-ordinator Tel.: 01224 810030 e-mail: gallowbrae@hotmail.com

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Youth Work Assistant

Transition Extreme Sports Limited

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to work alongside our Youth Work Team as they deliver a 12 week development programme for young people aged 15-18 who are not in education, employment or training. Our award-winning Alternative Academies help young people develop a wide range of skills in order to help them move forward in life and onto a positive destination. We use our extreme sports as the means of engagement and context for development. The assistant role is to support the Youth Workers and young people as they make their way through the programme. An exciting and enjoyable opportunity where you will make a difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Grahame Paterson Chief Executive Email: g.paterson@transition-extreme.com Tel No: 01224 627942

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St Andrew’s Children’s Society Volunteers

St Andrew’s Children’s Society

St Andrew's Children's Society is a voluntary adoption and foster care agency with bases in Aberdeen and Edinburgh - see more about us at: http://www.standrews-children.org.uk We have exciting and important volunteer opportunities to assist in our work and make a difference in the communities we support. Current volunteer opportunities include assisting St Andrew's Children's Society promoting awareness through distribution of leaflets/publicity materials. A great opportunity to help. All volunteers receive excellent support and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Velga McDougall, email: Vmcdougall@standrews-children.org.uk / tel.: 01224 878158.

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Children's Support Worker - Outdoor spaces

Fersands Family Centre

The “Wee Green Spaces” project is a new initiative encouraging children and their families to use local green space for outdoor learning opportunities. At Fersands Family Centre we run two outdoor nursery sessions each week at the Botanic Gardens – providing a range of valuable learning opportunities allowing children to become healthier, fitter and stronger as well as developing an understanding and love of nature. We would offer a volunteer the opportunity to support the children in their outdoor learning – accompanying them to the Gardens and working with groups and individuals to encourage learning. The sessions take place every Thursday from 8.45 – 11.45 and 12.45 – 3.45. Volunteers would be welcome to attend both or either sessions. Please contact Tina O Boyle at: e-mail: familycentre@fersands.org / Tel: 01224 524950 Fersands Family Centre & Nursery Woodside Fountain Centre, Marquis Road, Aberdeen AB24 2QY

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Volunteer Admin Assistant

Memmic Foundation

Office administration and accounts opportunities available in our office in King Street for suitable volunteers. Should be computer literate with word and excel skills. For more information about this interesting and exciting opportunity please contact: Paigham Mustafa T: 01224 635616 E: xeitre@hotmail.co.uk

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Volunteer Operations Manager

P3 Business Care

Do you want to help people to deal with the challenges of work and life? The Business Connection (TBC) is a charity founded by 4 Christian businessmen to ‘encourage, equip and empower men and women working in the corporate business environment’. Although founded on Christian principles we support people of all faiths and none. We run fortnightly Tuesday breakfasts at the Holiday Inn Express, Chapel Street, Aberdeen giving folks a chance to meet informally to be encouraged & supported and signposted to appropriate help. We also run a monthly breakfast on the last Friday of the month at the Palm Court Hotel when we have a guest speaker. The topics are aimed at bringing useful content on wellbeing, personal development and practical guidance. In March 2019, TBC held its inaugural ‘Thrive’ conference in Aberdeen. This was to encourage those of a Christian faith in how they could thrive within the marketplace. With guest speakers from across the UK and the USA the excellent feedback received, both on content and quality of the conference, has led to plans being made for Thrive 2020 not only in Aberdeen but also expanding to Edinburgh. Exciting times! Jim Grimmer, co-founder & managing trustee cut back from full-time work in 2015 to dedicate 2 days a week, on a voluntary basis, to the development of TBC. TBC has now grown to some 300 individuals on the events mailing list and has become known for its work across the UK. Jim is also founder of a social enterprise P3 Business Care bringing personal & proactive care to employees in business in partnership with their employer and with his team, is visiting businesses on a weekly basis across the UK so no longer has the capacity to manage TBC. The opportunity of Volunteer Operations Manager of TBC has fantastic potential. Currently the fortnightly breakfasts takes place in the City centre however there is an opportunity to expand the breakfasts to multiple locations across the city on different days. There is also work to be done in developing our relationships with the local church ideally identifying a TBC focal point from the business community within each church and creating a network of TBC contacts. For more information please contact Jim Grimmer, Managing Trustee at E Mail: jim.grimmer@thebusinessconnection.org or tel.: 07449336606. Details also available at www.thebusinessconnection.org

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National Visitors Network

CSRF: Civil Service Retirement Fellowship

We are looking for volunteer visitors to join the National Visitors Network, our national befriending scheme for older people that provides companionship to older people experiencing loneliness or social isolation. Befrienders visit older people in their homes and provide regular chat/conversations (weekly/fortnightly or monthly as determined). Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: David Tickner Email: david.tickner@csrf.org.uk / tel.: 020 8691 7411

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Befriender

CSRF: Civil Service Retirement Fellowship

We are looking for volunteer visitors to join the National Visitors Network, our national befriending scheme for older people that provides companionship to older people experiencing loneliness or social isolation. Befrienders visit older people in their homes and provide regular chat/conversations (weekly/fortnightly or monthly as determined). Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: David Tickner Email: david.tickner@csrf.org.uk / tel.: 020 8691 7411

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Climate Week North East Co-ordinator(s)

Aberdeen Climate Action

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 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. Tasks can include: • Organise CWNE meetings and sub meetings • Attend meetings and take minutes and circulate them • Deal with email queries re climate week and create links with relevant organisations. • Chase up action points from meetings and ensure people are doing what is needed • Keep an eye on progress and encourage tasks to be completed by deadlines • Coordinate publicity of CWNE events • Help with publicity as required • Organise creation of posters, flyers, brochures for CWNE events • Create working documents and ensure information is inputted i.e. Climate Week events spreadsheet. • Research in relevant areas i.e. to find new partners for Climate Week • Remind Chair of action points • Researching potential funding avenues for CWNE events and organisation and pass info onto funding team • Be main point of contact and a conduit for relevant information to and from the CWNE Steering Group 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. Contact us for more details. 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.

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Publicity & Media Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

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. There is scope for people to contribute their talents in the area they feel most confident with general volunteer roles, alongside more specialist ones. This includes publicity and media and volunteers assisting in this are crucial in our organisation. 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

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Adminstrator Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

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 to help in administration duties 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. There is scope for people to contribute their talents in the area they feel most confident with general volunteer roles, alongside more specialist ones. Administrator volunteers are crucial in our organisation. 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

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Personal Assistant Volunteer(s)

Aberdeen Climate Action

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. Can include assisting with tasks such as: • Organise meetings • Attend meetings and take minutes and circulate them • Deal with email queries in relation to ACA generally and climate week and be able to pass on emails to relevant people. • Chase up action points from meetings and ensure people are doing what is needed • Create working documents and ensure information is inputted i.e. Climate Week events spreadsheet. • Research in relevant areas i.e. to find new partners for Climate Week or new businesses/ services for Sustainability Portal etc. • Help organise ACA climate week events by speaking to relevant venues and gaining speakers for events etc. • Remind Chair of action points • Help with ACA projects by • Researching potential funding avenues and passing info onto funding team • Being a conduit for relevant information to and from the group. 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.

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One Seed Forward Volunteers

One Seed Forward

One Seed Forward is a community growing initiative that encourages schools, community groups and individuals to grow their own fruit and vegetables. Tullos Primary has been selected as one of three Aberdeen schools to take part in an Aberdeen School Garden project that will create a food growing space in school grounds which will be used as an outdoor learning area for schoolchildren to engage with the earth by planting and growing vegetables and fruits. *How can you help? We would like to involve the community in the project as well as the kids. Right now we need some volunteers to spare a few hours to help clear the overgrown garden at Tullos Primary. Even if you could spare an hour that would be great! We will have some tools but if you could bring your own and gardening gloves then that would be a big help. Going forward, we want to work with community volunteers who could help look after the garden during school holidays etc. If you have an interest in gardening, food growing or would just like to lend a hand, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to take part, please message our One Seed Forward Facebook page or email us at oneseedforward@gmail.com

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Community Ambassadors

Bliss Scotland (Aberdeen)

Do you want to make a difference to premature and sick babies and their families? Join Bliss’ amazing community of volunteers to give vital support to families. Over 6,000 babies are born premature or sick in Scotland every year. Bliss Scotland was established to provide support to those babies and their families’ right across Scotland. Bliss Scotland is part of Bliss, the country’s leading charity for babies born premature or sick. Our Community Ambassadors are a network of volunteers who help make a difference to babies born premature and sick around the country by raising awareness of Bliss Scotland’s work. Community Ambassadors work to increase the presence of Bliss Scotland in their local community by promoting the work we do to help the thousands of babies born premature or sick every year in Scotland. As a Community Ambassador you would be representing Bliss Scotland to develop relationships with schools, local businesses, community groups and other organisations in your area that are interested in supporting our important work. This opportunity is also flexible so that anyone can do it (our volunteers can work from home and in their local community). Excellent support and relevant training (we have a Bliss Learning Programme) is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact Laura Anne Mackay at email: lauraannemackay@bliss.org.uk or tel.: 07458010318.

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Social Media and Marketing Volunteer(s)

Greyhope Bay

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to inspire the people of Aberdeen about Greyhope Bay and our plans for a new marine experience centre that will connect the city to our marine world! As part of this we are seeking a tactical Social Media Marketing Officer(s) to come and join our close-knit team and help get the word out about Greyhope Bay and our exciting plans for Aberdeen. This role will involve: *implementing online and offline marketing campaigns that drive engagement with Greyhope Bay across our social media channels. *Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, MailChimp and Instagram) for marketing Greyhope Bay activity, fundraiser and events. * Ad-hoc administration An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative project for Aberdeen. For further information please contact Fiona McIntyre at email: fiona.mcintyre@greyhopebay.org.uk or Tel: 07531826302 or visit https://spark.adobe.com/page/ZT0ryLNHocglw/

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The Leanne Fund Volunteers

The Leanne Fund (Grampian Services)

The Leanne Fund is the foremost Cystic Fibrosis charity working with individuals and families across the Highlands, Islands and Grampian regions of Scotland. We provide vital social, practical, emotional and financial assistance, supporting the whole family. We welcome the involvement of volunteers because of the unique qualities you bring. You bring specialist skills and knowledge, new ideas, flexibility to focus on a particular task and you are the Leanne Fund’s face in the local community. You help raise money for vital services and help us to deliver them. You are essential to everything we do! It is our goal to ensure that anyone who gives their time to us feels valued, understood and proud to be part of the Leanne Fund. We’ve got volunteers working in every area of our organisation – from our Board of trustees, to event organisers and planners, befrienders / telephone buddies, graphic designers and IT, and marketing and PR - everyone is integral to our work as a charity. Depending on the activity, appropriate induction and training will be provided to prepare you for your new role. Some roles may require you to have a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) check. If you are interested in applying for one of our volunteering roles please complete our volunteer registration form at http://www.theleannefund.co.uk/volunteer-form.html or contact Chrisetta Mitchell at email: info@theleannefund.co.uk / Tel.: 01851 702020 for more details about our work and latest volunteering opportunities.

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Volunteer Befrienders

The Leanne Fund (Grampian Services)

We are looking for friendly, positive and upbeat volunteers to join our team! Our new Befriending service offers vital emotional support to individuals affected by Cystic Fibrosis who live in Grampian region, helping them to gain confidence, increase self-esteem and get out and about in their community. As a Befriender your skills, personality and location will be matched appropriately to an individual that has requested support on a one-to-one basis. Every individual has different needs therefore what they require will be determined on their circumstances. So your responsibilities could be: *Offering emotional support through times of change. *Helping individuals decide what to do next *Providing encouragement, guidance and support in finding a new job *Helping individuals achieve specific goals *Developing individuals skills needed to achieve greater independence *Signposting individuals to access information and advice relating to their action plan *You will not be expected to provide any personal care. Befriending is flexible to suit the needs of the Volunteer Befriender and the Befriendee and can be carried out from Monday to Friday during daytimes and evenings. A meeting might include just having a coffee and a chat, going shopping or going to watch a film etc You will be given induction training and ongoing training and support from the Befriending Co-ordinator. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people. For more details please contact Chrisetta Mitchell, Development Manager at email: info@theleannefund.co.uk / Tel.: 01851 702020.

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Research Ethics Committee Members

North of Scotland Research Ethics Service

Research Ethics Committees consist of up to 18 members from both clinical and non-clinical backgrounds. Our committees review health and social research, check that people are provided with the information they need to help them decide whether they wish to take part, and provide an opinion as to whether the research is ethical. We currently have vacancies for members of the public who are not currently healthcare professionals, and who are interested in thinking about issues from the perspective of a potential research participant and would like to develop knowledge of research ethics. Members receive training in ethical review and have opportunities to debate challenging issues. Positions are voluntary but expenses are paid for. The Committee meets on average for half a day per month and carry out additional work by email correspondence. Contact us for an application form or an informal chat on tel: 01224 558458, email nosres@nhs.net Interest can be registered at any time.

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Sue Ryder Lead Volunteer

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

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. This role (which can be a shared role), provides practical support to the shop manager in their absence. You will: *be trained to a high level, and be a key holder *open and close the shop when necessary to support the manager *support a team of volunteers to sort donations, keep the shop stocked up and to serve customers *provide excellent customer service and making sure that everyone in the team is doing the same *help train new volunteers, helping us to collect as much Gift Aid as possible and cashing up Ideally we'd love you to commit to a regular shift each week, although the role is quite flexible it does bring responsibility so we need you to be reliable. Good is 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.

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Lead Volunteer

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

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. This role (which can be a shared role), provides practical support to the shop manager in their absence. You will: *be trained to a high level, and be a key holder *open and close the shop when necessary to support the manager *support a team of volunteers to sort donations, keep the shop stocked up and to serve customers *provide excellent customer service and making sure that everyone in the team is doing the same *help train new volunteers, helping us to collect as much Gift Aid as possible and cashing up Ideally we'd love you to commit to a regular shift each week, although the role is quite flexible it does bring responsibility so we need you to be reliable. Good is 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.

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I Bike Schools Cycling Volunteers

Sustrans Scotland (Aberdeen)

*Are you passionate about cycling and walking? *Could you inspire young people to cycle or walk more? Volunteer with I Bike!* I Bike is a really fun and rewarding project to volunteer with that offers plenty of opportunities to get outdoors for cycling-related activities, boost the CV, gain experience of work with children and young people, meet new people and learn new skills. Good training and support is provided to all volunteers including induction, Safeguarding Training, Essential Cycling Skills and Bike Repairs. I Bike aims to help children and young people become more active through taking part in cycling and walking activities. You would be volunteering alongside a dedicated I Bike Officer in an Aberdeen school(s), supporting activities for children such as learn to cycle, playground cycle skills, led bike rides, led walks, bike maintenance and much more! What could be better than helping children to ride their bike without stabilisers for the first time! We find that our volunteers value their improved skills and knowledge and often feel their own prospects improve as a result of volunteering. It’s a great way to do something for others and research shows that volunteering benefits people of all ages through increasing feelings of self-esteem, respect, motivation and wellbeing. For more details please contact Helen McCafferty, I Bike Volunteer Officer at E Mail: helen.mccafferty@sustrans.org.uk or tel.: 07768 034729.

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Fertility Network Scotland Volunteers

Fertility Network Scotland (Aberdeen & North East)

Fertility Network Scotland Volunteers help promote the Fertility Network Scotland charity in the local area and the services we provide. This can include: *Distribute Fertility Network Scotland leaflets/posters in the area including GP clinics, libraries, hospitals, community centres etc *Participate at fundraising events 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. Good training and support is provided. By volunteering you can help those who need support. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Gillian McLaughlin, Volunteer Co-ordinator E Mail: gillian@fertilitynetworkuk.org / Tel No: 07909 686874.

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Student Ambassador Volunteer

Fertility Network Scotland (Aberdeen & North East)

You can help by representing and raising awareness of Fertility Network Scotland charity in places of education and in the local area to highlight the services and support we provide. This can 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 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. Good training and support is provided. By volunteering you can help those who need support. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Gillian McLaughlin, Volunteer Co-ordinator E Mail: gillian@fertilitynetworkuk.org / Tel No: 07909 686874.

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Barnardos- Aberdeen Stores

Barnardo's Shop - Laurel Drive

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) store such as Volunteer Retail Assistants and Stock Room Volunteers. If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Sheltered Housing Tenant Group-Minute Taker

Aberdeen City Council: Communities, Housing and Infrastructure

This is a great opportunity to support a Citywide Sheltered Housing Committee and keep it independent. They meet once a month on a Thursday 2pm – 4pm in the Town Centre. There are about 30 members from all over the city and they want to remain an independent group. They have a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary but just unable to minute the meeting so would welcome your expertise. They are a highly motivated group of retired people who want to be part of their housing service. The meetings are quite informal, there is always a laugh and of course tea/coffee and biscuit is provided. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a positive difference. For more details please contact: Carol Hannaford Tenant & Community Engagement Officer E Mail: channaford@aberdeencity.gov.uk Tel No: 01224 522839

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Ambassadors

Aberdeen Science Centre

The STEM Ambassador Programme is a nationwide scheme dedicated to getting more young people interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) subjects leading to an increase in young people pursuing STEM careers. The most valuable tool young people have at their disposal when considering future career paths are the people around them, and we believe that STEM Ambassadors can be their greatest source of inspiration. Do you work in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) industry? Do you have a passion for a particular STEM subject? Are you interested in passing this information onto young people? If the answer is yes, become a STEM Ambassador! STEM Ambassadors are volunteers that aim to inspire young people to become interested in STEM subjects and consider a career in a STEM industry. You could help run an experiment or design your own. You could mentor students in a variety of subjects or get involved in a careers event. You could help run an engineering project or design some fun maths games. You could set up a STEM club or run a tech evening at a brownie/cub group. There are lots of options! If you are interested please register on the database db.stemnet.org.uk or check out the website www.aberdeensciencecentre.org/stem-ambassadors/ . If you have any queries please feel free to contact me at stemambassadors@asc.scot . Once you have registered, you will be required to attend an induction where you will complete a PVG – Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme application along with meeting other new STEM Ambassadors. We hope to hear from you soon.

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Volunteer Collecting Can Coordinator

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (Aberdeen/Grampian)

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance is a registered charity whose purpose is purpose is 'the emergency relief of sickness and injury and the protection of human life by the provision of an air ambulance across Scotland'. In time-critical medical emergencies we have identified four core aims: *Save life *Preserve life *Increase survival rates *Assist the speed of recovery Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance works in close cooperation with the Scottish Ambulance Service. SCAA is seeking volunteers to manage collecting cans in the Aberdeen Area. You will be the point of contact in your area that will service the cans – this includes placing them in local shops, pubs, restaurants etc. and arranging collection and replacement when full – then banking these vital funds. You will be fully supported by a staff member and given full instructions. If you have a few spare hours and are looking for a flexible volunteer role revolving around getting out and about in your community – then get in touch as we need you! For further details please contact Katrine MacPhail at email: k.macphail@scaa.org.uk / tel no: 0300 123 1111

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Cafe Assistant (Kitchen)

Ferryhill Parish Church

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

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Cafe Assistant

Ferryhill Parish Church

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 coffee shop, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the coffee shop. e.g. setting tables, serving coffees, clearing tables and generally tidying up. 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

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Signposting and Information Volunteers

Silver Line (Aberdeen)

*“Loneliness is not having anyone to tell that you are lonely” (Janet, Silver Liner) -By volunteering as a Signposting and Information volunteer you will support the many older people who use our service who also require additional services for which they may struggle to access otherwise. Did you know? In the UK, more than 1 million people aged over 65 say they often or always feels lonely. Through this role you will be helping us 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. *“Just speaking to someone helps me cope a little better…” (David, Silver Liner) -Volunteers will need to have excellent communication skills and a passion for signposting and advocacy. For further details about volunteering with Silver Line please contact the Silver Line Volunteering Team at Email: volunteering@thesilverline.org.uk / tel.: 020 7224 2020 / Silver Line Volunteering Page: http://www.thesilverline.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ Also, See how The Silver Line makes a big difference search 'The Silver Line' on YouTube.

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Community Engagement Volunteers

Silver Line (Aberdeen)

*“Loneliness is not having anyone to tell that you are lonely” (Janet, Silver Liner) -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. Did you know? In the UK, more than 1 million people aged over 65 say they often or always feels lonely. Through this role you will be helping us 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. *“Just speaking to someone helps me cope a little better…” (David, Silver Liner)- 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. *“I was so surprised to find out how few people knew about The Silver Line. I already talked about The Silver Line to friends and family but now I make sure everyone else in my area knows about it as well! I enjoy the role because I’m passionate about the service and the good that it does but also because the role is so flexible. I’m able to fit into my life – working full time can make volunteering difficult but this has been easy.” (Sarah, Community Engagement) Volunteer For further details about volunteering with Silver Line please contact the Silver Line Volunteering Team at Email: volunteering@thesilverline.org.uk / tel.: 020 7224 2020 / Silver Line Volunteering Page: http://www.thesilverline.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ Also, See how The Silver Line makes a big difference search 'The Silver Line' on YouTube.

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Massage Therapists

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, life-limiting, genetically inherited condition with no cure. We are the leading provider of social support to the Cystic Fibrosis community of Scotland, providing face-to-face services for individuals and families, and access to the support needed to ensure they benefit from optimum homecare and enjoy the best quality of life. Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else. This role offers an opportunity for working in a hospital environment for someone with a diploma in Swedish massage therapy. The massage therapy service is offered for young adults (16+) during hospital admissions. This professional service is highly regarded by both clients and the medical professionals who care for them. Many of these young people are far from home in these centres and the therapist provides much appreciated social contact in addition to the benefits of the massage. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. For more details please contact Dr Miles Tew at E Mail: miles@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel: 07712 606891.

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Befrienders

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, life-limiting, genetically inherited condition with no cure. We are the leading provider of social support to the Cystic Fibrosis community of Scotland, providing face-to-face services for individuals and families, and access to the support needed to ensure they benefit from optimum homecare and enjoy the best quality of life. Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else, and an opportunity to enhance your own life and build new skills. Young people living with Cystic Fibrosis can face a variety of challenges that disadvantage them socially, financially and at school: they are often isolated and struggling to cope. A befriender will meet with a young person regularly to build a trusting one to one relationship. This will allow the young person the opportunity to explore their feelings, discuss their fears, grow their self-esteem, perhaps increase their confidence and coping skills for independent living. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. For more details please contact Dr Miles Tew at E Mail: miles@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel: 07712 606891.

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Four Pillars-Admin. volunteers

Four Pillars

Four Pillars is a Grampian 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. It could for instance include anything from help with administration/office work, community support, fundraising, online volunteering or any ideas you have on how you can/wish to support our vital work. All help makes a real difference and is always greatly appreciated. For further information please contact: Deejay Bullock, Chairperson on E Mail: deejay.bullock@fourpillarsuk.org / Tel No: 07583484435

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Four Pillars-Community Volunteers

Four Pillars

Four Pillars is a Grampian 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. It could for instance include anything from help with administration/office work, community support, fundraising, online volunteering or any ideas you have on how you can/wish to support our vital work. All help makes a real difference and is always greatly appreciated. For further information please contact: Deejay Bullock, Chairperson on E Mail: deejay.bullock@fourpillarsuk.org / Tel No: 07583484435

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Volunteer Caretaker

St Andrew's Cathedral

We have a great volunteer opportunity to join our excellent team of volunteers as a Cathedral Caretaker is responsible for the general upkeep and presentation of the Cathedral and associated properties. Duties will include: *Routine maintenance and heavier-duty cleaning, supporting the existing cleaning team when appropriate; *Conducting scheduled safety checks and tests in accordance with statutory requirements; *Being a responsible key-holder for emergency access to the buildings *Preparing venues and providing access to buildings for external-hire events; securing premises after the event; *Being the primary contact and providing access to buildings for contractors and officials visiting the Cathedral; *Ensuring all boilers / radiators are working efficiently and boilers are regularly inspected/serviced by a qualified tradesperson. *Setting of heating in accordance with Cathedral diary of events Relevant training and good support is provided to all volunteers, with all help greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lynda Johnston, Cathedral Administrator at E Mail: office@standrewscathedralabereen.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 640119

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Honorary Treasurer

Aberdeen Science Centre

Aberdeen Science Centre is passionate about making STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) accessible to everyone, regardless of age, interest or background. We believe that everyone can contribute to this mission and this is why we offer several volunteering opportunities. By supporting us, you help a Scottish charity inspire the next generation of scientists while raising the visibility and relevance of STEM in everyday life. We are currently recruiting a volunteer Honorary Treasurer for our Board of Trustees. Good training and on-going support is provided including trustees induction training covering all aspects of the business, trustees/directors responsibilities and on-going training of OSCR (Office of Scottish Charity Regulator) and governance responsibilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to volunteer with us and make a real difference. For full details regarding this role please contact: Liz Hodge, Chief Executive, E Mail: Liz.Hodge@asc.scot, tel.: 01224 640340.

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Treasurer

Aberdeen Science Centre

We are currently recruiting for a volunteer Honorary Treasurer for our Board of Trustees. Specific responsibilities are to: •Guide and advise other trustees in the approval of budgets accounts and financial statements. •Keeps the board of trustees informed about its financial duties. •Advises trustees and management on financial implications of strategic plans, operational plan and annual budget. •Confirm ASCs financial resources meet its present and future needs and that there are appropriate reserves and investment policies. •Ensure the accounts are properly audited, that accepted recommendations of the auditor are implemented and provide the financial expertise to the trustees. •Meet the external auditor and where relevant independently of the CEO at least once a year. •Formally present the accounts at the AGM drawing attention to important points. •Monitor ASCs investment activity to ensure its policy is consistent with the policies, aims objectives and legal responsibilities. Good training and on-going support is provided including trustees induction training covering all aspects of the business, trustees/directors responsibilities and on-going training of OSCR (Office of Scottish Charity Regulator) and governance responsibilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to volunteer with us and make a real difference. By supporting us, you help a Scottish charity inspire the next generation of scientists. For full details please contact: Liz Hodge, Chief Executive, email: Liz.Hodge@asc.scot tel.: 01224 640340.

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Community Cafe Volunteers

Ferryhill Parish Church

Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great community café 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 coffee shop, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the coffee shop. e.g. setting tables, serving coffees, clearing tables and generally tidying up. There are also opportunities to assist volunteering in the kitchen e .g. with the preparation of food etc. The café is located in the church but people do not need to be church members to be volunteers-everyone is welcome. 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

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Cycle Hire Volunteers

RGU Go Green

RGU Go Green: Cycle Hire Volunteers: RGU Go Green is the Students’ Union’s (Robert Gordon University) sustainability initiative. As part of our cycle hire scheme, we are recruiting enthusiastic people to help support the maintenance and distribution of the bikes. You do not need to be experienced as full training is provided and we can also offer you a free bike maintenance workshop to become a trained volunteer. Or maybe you would like to organise a cycle trip through the bonnie braes of Aberdeenshire? In any case, we would love to have you on board! No previous experience needed. For more details please contact: -E-Mail: gogreen@rguunion.co.uk -Phone: 01224 262268 -Website: www.rguunion.co.uk/gogreen/

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ITCanHelp - IT Support Volunteers

AbilityNet (Aberdeen Services)

AbilityNet is a registered charity that helps disabled and older people to use computers and the internet at home, at work and in education. We provide a number of free IT services for disabled and older people at home to help them get the most from their computers, laptops, tablets, ipads and smart phones. One such service is our ITCanHelp service. ITCanHelp is a network of volunteers with IT knowledge and experience who are able to visit people in their own homes to help with their computer needs. Volunteers may be asked to help set up a new computer system for someone, install software or hardware, troubleshoot problems or even help to change to a printer cartridge or give some basic training on how to use systems. As one of our volunteers we can offer you: >The chance to work with disabled and older people. >The chance to network with other IT professionals. >The opportunity to be a Digital Champion and gain industry recognised training. >Training on disabilities and adaptive technology. >A free PVG (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. We are looking for people who have: >IT and computer skills. >Good interpersonal and communication skills. >Access to computer and email. When asked why they choose to volunteer with us, this is what our volunteers have to say: >“…to try and make a positive contribution in any way I can…” >“I retired from IT and wanted to contribute my skills freely to help those who would benefit most.” >“As a disabled person myself I thought it would be helpful to share my skills with those less fortunate.” We are currently on a recruitment drive as we have lots of clients needing our help. 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 also apply online using the online form at https://www.abilitynet.org.uk/itvolunteers/itcanhelp-volunteer-application-form

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Volunteer Leader

Shelter Scotland

This role involves taking some responsibility, particularly in the managers absence, so will require regular commitment. Jobs include : opening the shop in the morning. operating the till , including refunds and voids, sorting donations, preparing items for sale, stock replenishment and displays. some computer work, Gift aid and Kite books Cashing up at the end of the day.

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Online Outreach Volunteers

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

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

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Befriending Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

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

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Silver Circle Facilitators

Silver Line (Aberdeen)

*“Loneliness is not having anyone to tell that you are lonely” (Janet, Silver Liner) -By volunteering as a Silver Circle Facilitator you will support a weekly telephone friendship group – a Silver Circle – for up to 6 older people each week. Did you know? In the UK, more than 1 million people aged over 65 say they often or always feels lonely. Through this role you will be helping us 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. *“Just speaking to someone helps me cope a little better…” (David, Silver Liner) -This is a volunteer role that you undertake from home. Volunteers will need to have excellent skills in managing group dynamics and have a desire to support older people through encouraging and facilitating friendly discussions. 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 facilitate the call on the same day and time each week between 8am and 8pm Monday - Friday. *“I love listening to the wonderful conversations the Silver Liners have in their groups. They share life experiences, what they have been up to during the week and lots more!” (Tess, Silver Circle Facilitator) For further details about volunteering with Silver Line please contact the Silver Line Volunteering Team at Email: volunteering@thesilverline.org.uk / tel.: 020 7224 2020 / Silver Line Volunteering Page: http://www.thesilverline.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ Also, See how The Silver Line makes a big difference search 'The Silver Line' on YouTube.

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Massage Therapist Volunteers

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, life-limiting, genetically inherited condition with no cure. We are the leading provider of social support to the Cystic Fibrosis community of Scotland, providing face-to-face services for individuals and families, and access to the support needed to ensure they benefit from optimum homecare and enjoy the best quality of life. Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else. This role offers an opportunity for working in a hospital environment for someone with a diploma in Swedish massage therapy. The massage therapy service is offered for young adults (16+) during hospital admissions. This professional service is highly regarded by both clients and the medical professionals who care for them. Many of these young people are far from home in these centres and the therapist provides much appreciated social contact in addition to the benefits of the massage. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. For more details please contact Dr Miles Tew at E Mail: miles@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel: 07712 606891.

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Customer Service Volunteers

Cancer Research UK: Union Street Store

We have a fantastic team of staff and volunteers at Cancer Research UK Union Street store (125 Union Street Aberdeen, AB11 6HB). We have great opportunities for more people to join our volunteer team to help us with customer service. Our shop has been open just over a year and is lovely and clean, colour coordinated and has bags of style. Good support and relevant training is provided-includes a taster session/shop visit and on going training and support. Come on board and help us make a difference. Let’s beat cancer sooner! For more details please contact Agnes Keilloh, Shop Manager on E Mail: aberdeenunionshop@cancer.org.uk or tel: 01224 590580

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Volunteer Assistant Manager

Cancer Research UK: Union Street Store

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain managerial skills volunteering for Cancer Research uk . Suitable for someone with some retail background and an outgoing friendly personality. This training and work experience will enhance your C.V. and be very rewarding knowing you are helping to beat cancer sooner. We are a very friendly hardworking team who also have a lot of fun This position will include ongoing training on all aspects of managing a Cancer Research UK Charity shop. Training will involve -Health and Safety -Customer service -Stock processing -Handling cash -Fundraising Good support and relevant training is provided-includes a taster session/shop visit and on going training and support. For more details please contact Agnes Keilloh, Shop Manager on E Mail: aberdeenunionshop@cancer.org.uk or tel: 01224 590580

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Local Contact Volunteer – For Those Facing the Challenges of Childlessness

Fertility Network Scotland (Aberdeen & North East)

As a Local Contact volunteer you will coordinate and run a social group in the local area for people experiencing the challenges of childlessness. You will help take care of aspects of the group including: *Act as main contact for the group *Organise and maintain an email circulation list of people within the group *Organise social activities or informal gatherings *Offer peer to peer support and friendship *Promote the group in the local area *Liaise with the Volunteer Coordinator who will connect you to people looking for support. 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. Good training and support is provided. By volunteering you can help those who need support. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Gillian McLaughlin, Volunteer Co-ordinator E Mail: gillian@fertilitynetworkuk.org / Tel No: 07909 686874.

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Help for Heroes Volunteers

Help for Heroes (Aberdeen)

Join us as a Help for Heroes Volunteer in Aberdeen You really can make a massive difference to the lives of our Heroes by ‘doing your bit’. Volunteering for Help for Heroes is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Whatever you do, your support is invaluable. Wherever you live, whatever your interests and no matter how much time you have to offer us, there are loads of ways to volunteer for Help for Heroes! Volunteering is fun, rewarding and inspiring. Learn more, speak to us today! For more details please: Email volunteer@helpforheroes.org.uk Call 01980 840224 or visit www.helpforheroes.org.uk/give-support/volunteer/how-can-i-help/

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Big Noise Volunteer Assistants

Big Noise Torry

We believe every child and young person deserves the same opportunity to succeed and so we provide free, immersive, instrumental music tuition to pupils and pre-school children. This leads to an enhanced ability to learn in school, improvements in emotional wellbeing, confidence and esteem, as well as the acquisition of a range of social and life skills. To achieve this, volunteers are vital for our Big Noise Centre in Torry. You can become a positive role model in their lives and someone they look forward to spending time with. Our volunteers help with everything including getting snacks ready, set-up and pack up, and helping the children and young people to play their instruments. We particularly need volunteers to collect children from school in our walking lines. You will benefit from this by receiving training, developing skills in communication and gaining experience of working with children and young people. A fantastic opportunity to help with a major charity in Aberdeen. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kirsty Jackson at E Mail: kirsty.jackson@sistemascotland.org.uk or Tel: 01224 974707.

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TLC Foodbank Operatives

TLC – in partnership with Trussell Trust

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.

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Volunteer Rangers

Aberdeen City Council - Countryside Rangers Service

The Aberdeen City Council Ranger Service is expanding its highly successful volunteer ranger programme. We are recruiting committed and enthusiastic individuals to assist the Ranger Service at a variety of sites around the city. The work involved is varied and, where possible, tailored to the volunteer's interests. This would be a perfect opportunity for people wanting to develop their CV, to get out and learn more about the landscape, wildlife of local area or even just wanting to get out and enjoy some practical work in an interesting setting. We do ask that where possible volunteers commit to joining as many work days as they can, these will normally run once or twice a week through the year and will allow us to help you develop your skills and explore your interests. However if you only want to work in your local area, or if you are only interested in certain volunteer tasks, we are happy to only contact you when a relevant opportunity arises. We are also happy for people to join one of our sessions on a “taster” basis before committing long term. If you are interested in using this opportunity towards a John Muir Award, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Saltire Award or any other qualification please just let us know and we can see what we can do to help. Young people aged under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We are a recipient of the Volunteer Friendly Award national quality standard - all volunteers are therefore guaranteed an extremely good welcome and experience volunteering with us. For an informal chat and further details please contact: Duncan McNeill (Countryside Ranger) at Email: countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Tel: 01224 326429.

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Volunteer Retail Assistants

Barnardo's Shop - Castle St

We have exciting opportunities for people to volunteer at our Castle Street store such as a Volunteer Retail Assistant. Unlike standard retail outlets, our stores offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the retail operation. Our Volunteer Retail Assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities including: * Providing strong customer service. * Serving customers at the till. * Taking receipt of stock donations from the public, thanking them for their generosity and finding out if they are Gift Aid Donors. * Signing up new Gift Aid Donors (this raises an extra 25p per pound for Barnardo's from the sale of donations and does not cost donors anything). * Replenishing stock by making sure our rails and shelves are well-stocked, visually appealing and tidy. * Merchandising throughout the store. * Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing. * Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking. * If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Volunteer Drivers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Volunteer Drivers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. If you are looking for a flexible role that gets you out and about meeting people this could be the role for you. This is a vital role helping to keep the donations coming into the shops from the local community. As part of this role you will be: *Collecting stock from people’s homes or businesses and taking them to your local shop. *Offering a friendly, professional service in your local community *Agreeing your collections with the local shop manager *Promoting the work of the BHF in the community. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Volunteer Recruiters

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Volunteer Recruiters for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. If you enjoy meeting people and love to talk about the benefits of volunteering then this is the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Supporting the team to growing and develop the volunteering team. *Making contact with local organisations (Job Centre Plus, colleges, volunteer centres etc.) to promote volunteering vacancies *Placing online adverts and distributing locally. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Telephone / Admin Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Telephone / Admin Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. Do you have a great telephone manner and are confident, calm and collected? Do you enjoy working as part of a team then this is a great role for you. As part of this role you will be: *The first point of contact for our customers. *Helping our customers with their enquiries *Arranging collections of donations There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Online Listings Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Online Listings Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. If you love sites such as eBay and enjoy looking for fantastic bargains online and are interested in unusual items this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Identifying collectable, antique or on-trend items *Researching potential items and submitting to the online team. *Following BHF procedures for identifying and posting items on online sites. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Arts Centre & Theatre Volunteers

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Love the arts-want to support a respected local charity-volunteer at Aberdeen Arts Centre! Aberdeen Arts Centre is recognised nationally as an inclusive community hub which hosts arts activities across a wide demographic. With our ethos of “everyone is entitled to an enriching cultural life, regardless of age or social circumstance”, we are a truly intergenerational organisation, with performing arts tuition at the heart of what we do. More than 100,000 individuals pass through our doors each year, with over 40 professional, amateur and youth companies who rely on us. Our backbone is our strong, dedicated volunteer base and we have a range of volunteer opportunities that people can get involved in including café volunteers, bar volunteers, front of house assistants, box office and reception support. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with good support. For further information please contact Stephanie Walls on email: stephanie.walls@act-aberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 635208.

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Sort Room Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Sort Room Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you have an eye for detail and enjoy working in a busy environment then this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Helping to sort, tag and steam garments ready for the sales floor *Keeping the sort room tidy and organised. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Online Listings Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Online Listings Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you love sites such as eBay and enjoy looking for fantastic bargains online and are interested in unusual items this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Identifying collectable, antique or on-trend items *Researching potential items and submitting to the online team. *Following BHF procedures for identifying and posting items on online sites. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Volunteer Recruiters

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Volunteer Recruiters for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you enjoy meeting people and love to talk about the benefits of volunteering then this is the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Supporting the team to growing and develop the volunteering team. *Making contact with local organisations (Job Centre Plus, colleges, volunteer centres etc.) to promote volunteering vacancies *Placing online adverts and distributing locally. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Warehouse Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! 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! This role will involve keeping active much of the day but it’s not just moving furniture when volunteering here you can also get involved in putting together our flat packed furniture, maybe something to puzzle over! There are other opportunities to help our warehouse team such as booking in and checking over stock for sale. So, if you like to keep active and stay in shape volunteering in your local furniture and electrical warehouse could be the answer you’re looking for. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Furniture & Electrical Store Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives BHF Retail is now recruiting volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities for our Furniture & Electrical Store, 236 Union Street. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities from Customer Service Volunteers, Warehouse Volunteers, Electrical Department volunteers, Electrical Function Testers, Restorer/Repairer volunteers, Telephone / Admin Volunteers, Store Merchandisers, Cash Desk volunteers, Online Listings Volunteer, Stock Generation Volunteers and Volunteer Recruiters. If you wish to help in any role please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. However you choose to volunteer your time helps us to save lives. Our volunteers help our fight for every heartbeat and make a big difference in their local communities. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Stock Room Volunteer

Barnardo's Charity Furniture Shop

Working behind the scenes is as important as being on stage! 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. 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. Key activities can 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 and tidy. *Merchandising throughout the store. *Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing. *Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking. If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! For more information please contact Jackie Patterson telephone:01224 635429 jacqueline.patterson@barnardos.org.uk

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Volunteer Retail Assistants

Barnardo's Charity Furniture Shop

We have exciting opportunities for people to volunteer at our St Andrew Street store such as a Volunteer Retail Assistant. Unlike standard retail outlets, our stores offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the retail operation. Our Volunteer Retail Assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities including: * Providing strong customer service. * Serving customers at the till. * Taking receipt of stock donations from the public, thanking them for their generosity and finding out if they are Gift Aid Donors. * Signing up new Gift Aid Donors (this raises an extra 25p per pound for Barnardo's from the sale of donations and does not cost donors anything). * Replenishing stock by making sure our rails and shelves are well-stocked, visually appealing and tidy. * Merchandising throughout the store. * Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing. * Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking. * If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Barnardos- Aberdeen Stores

Barnardo's Charity Furniture Shop

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 St Andrews Street store such as Volunteer Retail Assistants and Stock Room Volunteers. If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Kids Fun Club Assistant: 11-14yrs

VSA Friends for Life Club (11-14 years)

VSA Friends For Life Club for 11 -14 yrs: Helping with a range of activities at Saturday Fun Club 3.00 - 5.00pm for children with additional support needs. Helping, preparing, and taking part in, construction games, educational activities, sensory play, board games, arts & crafts, music & dance, indoor and outdoor play. The club is established, lively and has a good welcoming atmosphere. For further details please email elaine.michael@vsa.org.uk / tel.: 01224 212021

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Event Volunteers

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

Sue Ryder supports people through the most difficult times of their lives. For over 65 years our doctors, nurses and carers have given people the compassion and expert care they need to help them live the best life they possibly can. To help in this vital work we have a number of exciting upcoming events where we are seeking volunteers to support us: >Thursday 27th of June – Gothenburg Greats Football Dinner (Aberdeen). Support on the night with fundraising activities and the main auction. Approximately 4 hours. >Saturday 13th of July – Testimonial Football Match (Inverurie). Duties include general supporting of activities. Approximately 2-3 hours. >Friday 23rd of August – Fundraising Ceilidh (Aberdeen). Duties include assisting with logistics, selling raffle tickets, supporting the auction and general help on the evening. Approximately 2-3 hours. We are mainly looking for helpers for the football and golf events – both which are looking to be really exciting events. For more information about any of these opportunities and other ways you can help Sue Ryder please contact Ciara Twiggins, Philanthropy and Events Executive on Email: ciara.twiggins@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07976 422792.

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Befriender-Sue Ryder

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

At Sue Ryder Dee View Court we strive to help people to live lives as fully as possible. We offer a huge range of support including long-term residential care, supported living and specialist rehabilitative services designed to help people improve or regain their abilities. We focus on a person's wellness not illness and abilities rather than disabilities. A Community based service of excellence - care that liberates lives. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a recently established self management programme for people with neurological conditions in their own homes. Through volunteering with the programme for a few hours a week/fortnight you can make a difference to peoples lives-this can be through visiting someone and having a chat and a tea/coffee or assisting people in accessing community activities, building peoples confidence again. Good support, relevant training and reimbursement of any out of pocket expenses e.g.: any bus fares/car mileage etc. is provided to all volunteers. Through volunteering with this exciting and important programme you will make a difference to people’s lives. For more details about this and volunteering with Sue Ryder please contact Julie Schoullar on email: outreach.support@suerydercare.org / tel.: 01224 896339/ 01224 245920.

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Computer Tutor Volunteers

Silver City Surfers

We are looking for people with the ability and drive to help people aged over 55 learn basic computer skills. This can include aspects such as: -What's an email? -I don't have an email address -What's an attachment? -I don't have a computer -Where will I find a computer? -Even although I found a computer, I wouldn't know how to use it -How to use/search the internet Silver City Surfers undertake sessions and have volunteering opportunities at any of the following times and venues: -every Wednesdays and Fridays, 10.00am-1.00pm at the Citadel, Castlegate. -every Monday 11.00am-1.00pm Seaton STAR Flat, Seaton Drive. -every Thursday 11.00am-1.00pm, Cummings Park Community Flat, 122 Cummings Park Drive AB16 7BB -Every Monday (apart from the 2nd Monday) of the Month we are in Michies’ Union Street Coffee Shop where they are providing free tea/coffee and a biscuit for our participants as well. A great opportunity to help and make a positive difference. For further details please contact us at email: silvercitysurfers@gmail.com or web.: http://www.silvercitysurfers.co.uk

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Volunteer Patients

University of Aberdeen Patient Partner Programme

We are recruiting enthusiastic volunteers to give a little of their time to act as ‘Teaching Patients’ to assist Medical Students improve their examination skills. Volunteer Patients are members of the public who assist in the Practice and Learning Sessions by being available to be examined by Medical Students e.g.: different types of non-invasive procedures/examinations such as the taking of a blood pressure, listening to a patient’s lungs etc. Volunteer Patients are also sometimes used during Students Degree examinations. There is no prior training or experience necessary to be selected to join the Programme. All we ask is that a Volunteer Patient be reliable and any training will be provided by us. If you require travelling expenses, we reimburse. You are provided with coffee, tea and biscuits before each session and a full lunch where relevant. We provide a friendly atmosphere where there are opportunities to meet new people and other volunteers. A great, opportunity to assist in the learning/teaching of Medical Students and the future, successful development of healthcare. All volunteer patients therefore make a real, positive difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please: Tel 01224 437809/437730 Email: patientpp@abdn.ac.uk

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Group Volunteer-M26 Road to Recovery

M26 Road to Recovery

We work with males over the age of 26 years who have had a drug or alcohol problem. Our aim is to give people back their self esteem and a purpose in life away from addiction. We do this through a variety of ways such as having monthly outings e.g.: fishing gorge walking, bowling. We also do a community garden. This helps people give something back to their communities and helps break down stigma. We meet on a Tuesday from 12-2.30pm. We also do a Thursday from 10am-12.30pm which is a drop-in with activities such as board games and arts and crafts. We have opportunities for people to volunteer to help out at the groups. It is very enjoyable, rewarding and you would gain good experience and make a very positive difference. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference to people and the community. For further details please contact: Aileen Goymer-Davidson on: aileengoymer@hotmail.co.uk

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Maintenance & DIY Volunteer(s)

Gordon Highlanders Museum

Are you interested in DIY? Would you like to volunteer at an award winning museum? The Maintenance & DIY Volunteer role may suit you. The Gordon Highlanders Museum is committed to preserving and sharing the legacy of the world famous Gordon Highlanders Regiment for future generations. A Gordon Highlanders Museum Guide brings to life the extraordinary 200 year story of ‘The Finest Regiment in the World’. (Sir Winston Churchill 1900). Maintenance & DIY Volunteers assist with tasks such as: *Using small hand tools; screwdrivers, hammers *Using maintenance equipment including battery driven equipment; pressure washer, ladder *Painting & Decorating *General DIY *Installing new fixtures and fittings *Small joinery jobs The tasks vary and volunteers will know what the task that needs to be done before they come along. Excellent support and training is provided to all volunteers. Including Core Induction: introduction to the history of the Regiment and the Museum; staff/trustee structure; ‘the small but important stuff’ and a short familiarisation tour of the Museum and Specific Role Induction: h&s, description of the task. A warm welcome awaits anyone interested in volunteering with us. There is a named staff contact for all Volunteers as well as the other volunteers who are happy to help you settle in. For more information or a chat about volunteering please contact Aileen Macdonald, Volunteering Co-ordinator at e-mail: volunteering@gordonhighlanders.com / tel.: 01224 498927 / web: http://www.gordonhighlanders.com/Volunteering

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CAFÉ VOLUNTEER

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

Café Volunteers are required to serve refreshments to patients, visitors and staff in our local hospital/health care centre cafés. KEY TASKS MAY INCLUDE: -Preparing and selling food and drinks to patients, visitors and staff in Royal Voluntary Service hospital/health care centre cafés -Cash handling and reconciliation -Stock replenishment and rotation. Inform service manager of low stocks, faulty equipment and any daily problems -Clearing tables -Ensure café displays a professional image and complies with Health and Safety and Food -Acting as a friendly point of contact for customers BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEER -Enriching the lives of older people in your local community -Catering and customer service experience -Working in hospital 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: Tel: 01224 552923 Email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

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Trolley Assistant (Hospital)

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

This position is to go round parts of the hospital with a trolley providing refreshments to patients waiting 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: Helen Cowie Local Services Manager Tel.: 01224 741813 or 07837834794 e-mail: cowiehj@talktalk.net

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Trolley Assistant (A&E)

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

This position is at A&E in the main hospital at ARI. It involves making tea and coffee and taking it round different parts of the department, with other refreshments. 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: Helen Cowie Local Services Manager Tel.: 01224 741813 or 07837834794 e-mail: cowiehj@talktalk.net

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Shop/Cafe Volunteer

RVS: Royal Voluntary Service (Grampian Services)

Café Volunteers are required to serve refreshments to patients, visitors and staff in our local hospital/health care centre cafés. KEY TASKS MAY INCLUDE: -Preparing and selling food and drinks to patients, visitors and staff in Royal Voluntary Service hospital/health care centre cafés -Stock replenishment and rotation -Inform service manager of low stocks, faulty equipment and any daily problems -Clearing tables -Ensure café displays a professional image and complies with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations -Ensure unit is clean and secure on closing -Acting as a friendly point of contact for customers BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEER -Enriching the lives of older people in your local community -Catering and customer service experience -Working in hospital 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 A great and enjoyable opportunity to help make a positive difference. For Further Details Please Contact: Tel: 01224 552923 Email: aberdeenhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

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Early Years Helpers

Danestone Community Centre

This volunteering opportunity is to support our early year’s activities within our busy centre. On a Tuesday we have our fun Mucky Pups activities. This is a messy play activity with sand, art and water etc. Parents come along and interact with their children. We would wish our volunteer to speak to parents, filling up resources and help our caretaking staff set up the resources. Good induction and ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help at a busy and enjoyable group. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Lyndsay Johnstone E Mail: danestonecentre@btinternet.com / tel.: 01224 828333

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Pin Badge Volunteers

RSPB Scotland (Aberdeen)

-Why we want you Scotland is amazing for wildlife. The variety of species and habitats is outstanding - but they are disappearing at an alarming rate. 10% of all UK species are now under threat. We’re determined to stop this happening, but we urgently need your help. Our community fundraising volunteers are the local face of the RSPB. Last year, in Scotland, the team raised an incredible £147,000 in donations from our pin badge and collection boxes, and almost £1 million nationally. Could you help us raise even more? -What do we ask of you? When you join our team of over 1,500 volunteers, who are crucial to the running of our pin badge scheme, we will support you to place 1 to 5 boxes in your chosen area. To ensure we follow charity fundraising regulations, the donations from your boxes will need banking every 4-6 weeks, and the pin badges will need topping up. You will then report the income on our user friendly online system and place an order for any additional stock you may need. This can all be done at a time that suits you. Simple! -What’s in it for you? *Be part of something big – a vast movement working together to help save nature. *The role is flexible, working around you – just a few hours per month, to suit your lifestyle. *An opportunity to develop your fundraising skills and boost your CV. *Make additional community links and meet new people in your local area. No knowledge of birds or wildlife is required – just a passion and enthusiasm to help us give nature a home. Appropriate training and friendly support will be provided, and your travel expenses can be reimbursed where necessary. The RSPB is the country’s largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. Together with our partners, we protect threatened birds and wildlife so our towns, coast and countryside will teem with life once again. We also play a leading role in a worldwide partnership of nature conservation charities. A great opportunity to be involved with a major charity and make a difference-all help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Lynne Hayton at E Mail: lynne.hayton@rspb.org.uk or Tel No: 01224 624824.

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Shop Retail Assistant Volunteers

Save the Children (Union Street)

Our lovely Aberdeen shop is run entirely by volunteers. The purpose of the shop is to raise money and awareness for Save the Children throughout Aberdeen to the various programmes we fund in the UK and across the world. We are always looking for people to join our team-it is a busy and vibrant shop! If you have the time to donate your skills (be that accounting/customer service/visual merchandising/specialised knowledge) then we can’t wait to meet you! Equally though if you would like to learn new skills and meet new people then please pop along! A great and enjoyable opportunity to help in the vital work of Save the Children. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Sara Docherty (Regional Retail Manager) Email: s.docherty@savethechildren.org.uk / Tel No: 07471 215 822

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Deliveries and Collections Assistants

Bosies Breast Cancer Charity

Bosies Breast Cancer Charity raise monies specifically for Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Breast Cancer ward 42 and for Prof Hayes Breast Cancer Research Department to enable advancement of treatment for breast cancer. We raise monies through sale of goods donated by members of public at our two charity shops. We require volunteers who are able to lift and move furniture and white goods into our van and assist with deliveries and collections to our customers. Therefore volunteers need to be of excellent health, and physically fit for this type of work. A great opportunity to help in our work supporting Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and the advancement of treatment for breast cancer. For further details please contact: Debbie Hamilton Tel: 01224 588111 e-mail: debbiehamilton68@me.com

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Play Rangers

Aberlour Futures Aberdeen

*Could you help develop outdoor play activities for children and young people? Would you like to help children and young people engage in activities, developing their social skills and opportunities to have fun?* Aberlour Futures Aberdeen provide a range of play opportunities for children and young people in Aberdeen, which include school holiday play programmes in local parks and communities. The drop-in holiday programmes are popular with families who attend sessions regardless of the weather. During the school holidays we also provide a Woodland Explorers project for children and young people with support needs. Our ‘Loose Parts’ schools based programmes are delivered in school during the school term. Volunteer Play Rangers support children to have fun, be creative, make friends and develop social skills. If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your own skills, while making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in Aberdeen, this could be the opportunity for you. >What will I be doing? Volunteers can make a difference to a child or young person’s life by: • Assisting with outdoor (and occasionally) indoor play activities delivering ‘Loose Parts’ free play opportunities. • Encouraging children and young people to take part in activities to build confidence and have fun. • Helping to empower children and young people to identify what their interests are and what they would like to learn. For more details please contact Shonagh Ferguson, Volunteer Coordinator – North at E Mail: shonagh.ferguson@aberlour.org.uk or tel.: 07864 625069.

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Produce Collectors

The Allotment Market Stall

The Allotment Market Stall provides good-quality, well-priced, locally grown fruit and vegetables and reduces waste. We have volunteering opportunities helping to collect produce from allotment sites and deliver it to the warehouse and to record amounts. Main tasks involve: *Visit allotment sites *May have contact with allotment holders *Help load/unload produce into van *Help weigh and record amounts of produce collected *Time commitment: Approximately 3 hours on Thursday afternoons for the growing season (mid-July to end-Oct). Only as many Thursdays as you are available, so it could be each week or even just a one-off. Full training will be given and you will be accompanied. 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 us at email: theallotmentmentmarketstall@gmail.com or tel.: 07583 758494.

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Befrienders

Action for Children (Aberdeen & North East Services)

*Action for Children Aberdeen Priority Families - Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Befriender* With the Aberdeen Priority Families service befrienders engage with children/young people, sharing their experiences as well as trying new activities and spending quality time together. Matched with a child/young person in Aberdeen City you will develop a 1:1 relationship providing regular positive support to their social and emotional development on a fortnightly basis for a few hours at a time. The benefit of the befriending service positively affects the individual child/young person, their family life, relationships with their friends and the life of the befriender. *What you can expect: -To make a positive difference to the life of a child/young person - Full Training - Regular support - Reasonable out of pocket expenses reimbursed - Be able to easily fit mentoring in around your other commitments *What we can offer: -Valuable experience of working with children and families, learning about how best to support children/ young people living in difficult situations, whilst being fully supported in their practice -Development of personal skills such as communication, motivation and improved confidence - The chance to meet like-minded new people - A PVG Disclosure (provided by us) is necessary for this role A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at Email andy.farquhar@actionforchildren.org.uk or call 07764788430.

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Youth Group Helpers

Dyslexia Scotland North East

Dyslexia Scotland North East is a volunteer led branch of Dyslexia Scotland The role of the branch is to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia by holding monthly meetings during the school term. The branch Youth Group, XdysleX, is made up of youngsters with dyslexia who want to be part of a safe and fun group to make friends, try out new things and build self esteem. XdysleX members take part in a variety of activities – from drumming workshops to wall climbing, bowling and just hanging out with others. In 2012, the group made a DVD about life with dyslexia which contains the views and experiences of the young people and practical information for teachers. The role of the Youth Group Helper is to help other volunteers in the running of XdysleX meetings –thinking of activity ideas and carrying them out on the night. For further details please contact Lena Gillies (National Development Officer) Email: Lena@dyslexiascotland.org.uk or tel: 01786 446650

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Youth Group Leaders

Dyslexia Scotland North East

Dyslexia Scotland North East is a volunteer led branch of Dyslexia Scotland The role of the branch is to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia by holding monthly meetings during the school term. The branch Youth Group, XdysleX, is made up of youngsters with dyslexia who want to be part of a safe and fun group to make friends, try out new things and build self esteem. XdysleX members take part in a variety of activities – from drumming workshops to wall climbing, bowling and just hanging out with others. In 2012, the group made a DVD about life with dyslexia which contains the views and experiences of the young people and practical information for teachers. The role of the Youth Group Leader is to work with other volunteers in the planning and running of XdysleX meetings – with others, thinking of activity ideas and carrying them out on the night. For further details please contact Lena Gillies (National Development Officer) Email: Lena@dyslexiascotland.org.uk or tel: 01786 446650

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Aberdeen Maritime Museum Tour Guides

Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums

Volunteer Tour Guides Wanted! Due to our continuing commitment to offer the best visitor experience possible the Museum has started a guided tours programme and we’re looking for volunteer guides. Now you’ve read our plans we hope you’re as excited by them as we are! To take the first step in becoming a volunteer tour guide contact We have exciting opportunities for people to assist volunteering at the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums. In 2017 Aberdeen Art Gallery will launch our public appeal to promote the reopening of Aberdeen Art Gallery following the £30m redevelopment project, and to encourage and inspire everyone in the North East of Aberdeen to get involved and be part of the picture. This is a really exciting time as volunteers will find out insider information about the progress of the project, and will be encouraged to use their enthusiasm to inspire more people to show their support of the project. One of the parts of the public appeal will see people making donations to help ‘move’ To Pastures New from Aberdeen Treasure Hub back to Aberdeen Art Gallery – visiting some key locations around the city along the way. Each donation will help move ‘The Goose Girl’ along her route. We can’t open the gallery without her! We’re building a small stand to take into public places to help inspire people to get involved, by donating, and by sharing selfies with the artwork, and are looking for volunteers to help accompany the artwork in its crate as it visits locations around the city. A fantastic opportunity to be part of the major #IAM Moving To Pastures New - #Inspiring Art and Music Public Appeal and all help is greatly appreciated. Please contact Lorraine Nielsen at LNielsen@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Telephone: 01224 523673 for further details.

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Fundraising Volunteers - #Inspiring Art and Music Public Appeal

Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums

We have exciting opportunities for people to assist volunteering at the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums. In 2017 Aberdeen Art Gallery will launch our public appeal to promote the reopening of Aberdeen Art Gallery following the £30m redevelopment project, and to encourage and inspire everyone in the North East of Aberdeen to get involved and be part of the picture. This is a really exciting time as volunteers will find out insider information about the progress of the project, and will be encouraged to use their enthusiasm to inspire more people to show their support of the project. One of the parts of the public appeal will see people making donations to help ‘move’ To Pastures New from Aberdeen Treasure Hub back to Aberdeen Art Gallery – visiting some key locations around the city along the way. Each donation will help move ‘The Goose Girl’ along her route. We can’t open the gallery without her! We’re building a small stand to take into public places to help inspire people to get involved, by donating, and by sharing selfies with the artwork, and are looking for volunteers to help accompany the artwork in its crate as it visits locations around the city. A fantastic opportunity to be part of the major #IAM Moving To Pastures New - #Inspiring Art and Music Public Appeal and all help is greatly appreciated. Please contact Lorraine Nielsen at LNielsen@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Telephone: 01224 523673 for further details.

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Food Bank Volunteers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

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, 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 volunteers to help in this important work. If you can spare a few hours to help please get in touch. There are lots of things that need doing from sorting food and packing food parcels and donations, serving clients/customers, helping with collections, assisting in the warehouse, admin. support, driving/making deliveries, organisation of and participation in food drives and working as part of a team to achieve the foodbank objectives. If you would like to help with any of these aspects we will be delighted to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting partnership and make a real difference to local communities in Aberdeen. For more information please contact: Christine McLean e-mail: cmclean@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156

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Warehouse Volunteers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

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 Warehouse Volunteers to help as part of the Food-Bank volunteer team in general warehouse duties, sorting, stacking Food-Bank produce and assisting in our vital work. 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 more information please contact: Christine McLean e-mail: cmclean@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156 Or Fiona Rae e-mail: frae@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156

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Aberdeen Castle Street Store Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland

Barnardo's Scotland

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.

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Aberdeen St Andrews Street Store Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland

Barnardo's Scotland

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.

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Aberdeen Jesmond Drive General Retail Assistant - Barnardo's Scotland

Barnardo's Scotland

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.

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Move More Aberdeen Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

Move More Aberdeen is an activity programme delivered by Sport Aberdeen in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Grampian for people living with a long-term health conditions, e.g. cancer, arthritis, stroke, risk of falls, diabetes and breathing conditions. Your spare time even a couple of hours each week can really matter to those going through cancer and other long term health conditions. We have a few opportunities where volunteers can be given training. Become a walk leader, support those taking part in circuits, walking football, gardening or gentle movement. These are quotes from Aberdeen participants and volunteers. *“It helps me feel like an Olympian” *“It helps me feel as though I am paying something back to the greater community” *“It’s just a richt guid blether” *“ By far the most rewarding thing is getting to know the participants and hearing their feedback about the positive impact of the programme”. Make a difference- get in touch with us today by email movemore@sportaberdeen.co.uk or give us a call 01224 047924.

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Absafe Volunteers

Absafe

*WE NEED YOU - *Could you shape future generations? *Are you looking to make a difference in our city? *Do you have free time Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays? *Are you looking to gain valuable skills and experience to boost your CV? *Are you looking for something new, meaningful and exciting to do in your life? If the answer to any of those questions is YES; then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Absafe is the North-East of Scotland’s only charity dedicated to safety education. From our facility, The Safe, we create a safety adventure to make learning about safety and risk assessment an experience to remember. There are 6 rooms at our premises – The Safe - each teaching a different aspect of health and safety including internet safety, fire safety, road safety, rail safety, bullying and hate crime, home safety and solvent abuse We’re with you on your safety journey - from interactive lessons for children and safety awareness for school leavers, to safety engagement in the workplace and community. And this is where we need YOU! Volunteering at Absafe is an experience like no other. As one of our volunteers, you’re part of a close-knit team, all with a common goal – to use education to save lives. You’ll help us deliver our dynamic safety sessions with the Absafe team to young people and all we ask for is plenty of energy, a positive attitude and an interest in developing your own skills. The safe can’t operate on a daily basis without volunteers; they are the life force of our operation. If you think you could add any value to our team or you’re looking to add skills and experience to your CV please get in touch. For more information about The Safe or how you could help please contact us at Email: volunteers@absafe.org.uk or via our website: http://www.absafe.org.uk/

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Absafe Safety Educator Volunteers

Absafe

Volunteering at Absafe is an experience like no other. As one of our volunteers, you’re part of a close-knit team, all with a common goal – to use education to save lives. You’ll help us deliver our dynamic safety sessions with the Absafe team to young people and all we ask for is plenty of energy, a positive attitude and an interest in developing your own skills. We’ll provide you with the training you require, and complete the relevant disclosure checks so you’re up and running within no time. Our volunteers are so important to us. We value their experience, time and enthusiasm for our charity – that’s why we won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service and the Volunteer Friendly Award. Whatever your age or ability, whatever time you can spare, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to keep you entertained -anything you do will be valuable and most importantly will save lives. So, if you fancy boosting your CV, meeting new people and being involved with a major charity please get in touch. If you want to join our safety squad, contact us today on volunteers@absafe.org.uk or telephone: 01224 823157.

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Reception Area Volunteers

Time to Heal

The Mission of Time to Heal is to provide holistic support and, to relieve the needs of persons affected by domestic violence primarily, but not exclusively, women and children from minority ethnic groups. We are currently seeking volunteers to help at our Empowerment Centre in Bon Accord House, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen. Tasks include: ● See that the Reception area is kept tidy and looks professional at all times. ● Ensure procedures for signing in, identifying, escorting, and signing out are adhered to at all times. ● Welcome visitors in a pleasant, courteous manner ● Distribute incoming mails and deliveries to the appropriate personnel/function. ● Maintain the door entry system, ensuring there is an adequate supply of key fobs. ● Provide training on the duties and responsibilities of Reception to the appropriate personnel. ● Supervise the labelling of keys, ensuring they are stored in the Key Safe. ● Produce and maintain Operating Procedures for the Reception Rota. ● Answer calls in a timeous, courteous and effective manner. A fantastic opportunity to help. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Abiola Crown, Manager at E Mail: abiola.crown@ttoheal.org or tel.: 07796511319.

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Gardening Volunteers

Rosewell House, Bon Accord Care

“OUR GARDEN NEEDS NURTURED” Rosewell House is a respite and rehabilitation facility for adults in Aberdeen. We provide the best care and support to people. We are located in the West end at the corner of Kings Gate and Summerhill Road. We have a lovely large garden which has lots of potential but needs regularly maintained to allow our residents to enjoy the outdoor surroundings. We are looking for keen gardeners to volunteer with the upkeep on a regular basis. We need help with weeding, landscaping, pruning and upkeep of garden furniture. Volunteers from age 18 upwards are welcome to apply. You are welcome to come and visit the garden and find out more. For further details please contact Pamela Tarbet or Debbie Smith, Activity co coordinators, E Mail: ptarbet@bonaccordcare.org DeboSmith@bonaccordcare.org / Tel: 01224 789555 to arrange a visit.

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Volunteer Minibus Escorts

ENABLE Scotland Aberdeen Branch

Aberdeen ENABLE Branch are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to escort Branch members with a Learning Disability on the branch minibus to social activities. Volunteers will travel with the minibus driver, collect branch members from their home and escort them in the branch minibus to social activities and then home again. Aberdeen Branch has been running social activities in the city for nearly 60 years and there are currently around fifty members of the 'Pop Club' which meets fortnightly. The specific tasks for the role are to inform the driver of the run sheet of pickups of club members, to greet the member at their door and walk with them to the minibus, to ensure that people board the bus safely and to repeat the process on the journey back home. Volunteers will come from a wide range of backgrounds and will have many different qualities and skills. Essential qualities for this role are: an enthusiastic and positive attitude and being a team player, willing to work with others from a range of backgrounds. Throughout the volunteering opportunity you will gain new skills and experience working with people who have a Learning Disabilities, their families and carers. You will also gain practical experience of assisting and escorting a group of people on a minibus. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with Aberdeen Branch policy. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee. For more details please contact: Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299

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Duke of Edinburgh's Award Volunteer Leaders

Aberdeen Open Awards Centre - Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

Volunteer 'DofE' Leaders assist Aberdeen Open Awards Centre to support and mentor with young people who are undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Duties include: working directly with young people on a 1 to 1 basis or in small groups; liaising with internal and external partners to identify opportunities in volunteering or activities to help young people complete their award; and assisting with expeditions. Volunteers are not required to assist with all sections. We particularly welcome people with an interest in the outdoors (including those with leadership qualifications) but this is not necessary. This opportunity would particularly suit those people who are keen to develop their mentoring skills, or gain experience for careers in teaching, youth work or social work. While helping volunteer Expedition Leaders can improve skills in group management, hill walking, navigation, and confidence. Additional benefits are free training and a discount card for Cotswold Outdoors. For more information please email; dofe@aberdeencity.gov.uk or phone Adventure Aberdeen on 01224 270992

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Befriender Volunteers

Aberdeen Linking Lives

Aberdeen Linking Lives is a befriending service generally aimed at the elderly who find themselves requiring some extra friendship and support. We match volunteers with older people who would like to see a friendly volunteer visitor on a regular basis for around one hour. Aberdeen Linking Lives relies on volunteers to deliver our service. Volunteers do not need any special skills as they receive full training, support and advice for their role. They also provide references and receive the necessary criminal record checks (PVG) prior to beginning visits (there is no cost for PVG checks for volunteers). If you would like to volunteer, please give us a call or email us for more information: E Mail: aberdeen@linkinglives.uk tel.: Shola, Aberdeen Linking Lives Coordinator on 07425622600. All help makes a difference to the lives of older people in Aberdeen and is greatly appreciated.

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Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen)

“My mentor tells me that I am good enough. She makes me believe in myself as well. That alone makes me feel more confident. I haven’t had a lot of times where someone tells me that I’m good enough or ‘you can do it'." Shannon, MCR mentored young person. At MCR Pathways, we know that all young people are talented. However, Scotland’s care-experienced and disadvantaged young people face challenges beyond their control that make it more difficult for them to succeed. Our vision is that every young person in Scotland gets the same education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances as every other young person, no matter their home circumstances. And they need your help to make this happen. MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person based on personality, interests and career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour a week and provide a compassionate, listening ear. These mentors come from all walks of life but what they share in common is their desire to help Aberdeen’s young people. One of their mentors, John, says, “I have a young family and I felt mentoring would help me understand some of the things they may encounter. It has opened my eyes and will definitely help me to relate to my own children better.” Through meeting each week, mentors and young people create a supportive relationship. It’s this relationship that makes the difference. In 2014, before mentoring was extended, only 48% of care-experienced young people left school to a positive destination while in 2018, 86% of our mentored young people did. Education is the key to unlocking our young people’s potential. Our volunteer Mentors are supported every step of the way as they guide their young person onto a positive pathway. No experience is required and full training is given. We're asking YOU to be part of the #TheRippleEffect. Become a mentor and help us transform Scotland one young person at a time! The programme is flexible to fit around your schedule. Sign up today at http://mcrpathways.org/get-involved/ or contact info@mcrpathways.org for more details.

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Lead Scotland Project Volunteers

Lead Scotland (North East of Scotland Services)

At Lead Scotland we believe in the power of learning. We believe that offering disabled people and carers the right supportive environment in which to learn and grow which enables the self-creation of positive futures in education, community involvement and work. We offer SCQF accredited formal learning and informal confidence building activities, focused on digital skills to disabled people throughout the north of Scotland, their carers and the organisations who support them so that they will be able to actively contribute to their own communities and improve their own lives. We will tailor support to individuals and groups as per their self-defined needs. This service is supported by volunteers who act as service deliverers and enablers and who can provide dedicated one–to–one input, supporting participants into learning, training and/or volunteering opportunities as appropriate to need. “Learning is more than just an experience, learning builds your future” A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent training and ongoing support. For more details please contact Fiona Fraser or Marie Law (Learning Coordinators at E Mail: ffraser@lead.org.uk or mlaw@lead.org.uk / tel: 07741742560 (for Fiona) or 07741899507 (for Marie)

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Basic Computer Skills Support Volunteers

Lead Scotland (North East of Scotland Services)

Lead Scotland, is a voluntary organisation set up to empower disabled young people and adults and carers across Scotland to access learning opportunities. Lead Scotland is looking for two volunteers to support learners with basic computer skills in the ABERDEEN City Centre area. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer with us please contact Marie at mlaw@lead.org.uk

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Voluntary Arts Ambassador [copy]

Voluntary Arts Scotland

Overall purpose of the Arts Ambassador role: -To give voluntary arts and crafts a voice in Community Planning; -To promote voluntary arts and crafts in your local area; -To work with local voluntary sector agencies, such as Volunteer Centres (VCs) and Councils for Voluntary Service (CVSs), to explore the needs of local arts and crafts groups and promote the benefits they produce; -To act as a link between arts and crafts groups, Local Authorities, local voluntary sector agencies and Voluntary Arts Scotland. What the Voluntary Arts Ambassador Role will entail: The following activities are examples of the diverse activities you may undertake as an Arts Ambassador -Attend appropriate meetings and events in your local area; -Act as a representative of Voluntary Arts Scotland, passing on information from us and referring questions and information back to us as necessary; -Distributing Voluntary Arts Scotland’s resources (e.g. briefings); -Participate in a National Voluntary Arts Ambassadors Network; -Give short presentations about Voluntary Arts Scotland’s work, and feedback on your work with the Community Planning Partnership; -Use your connections to maintain a standard of basic involvement in your local voluntary arts and crafts sector. If you would like to have a chat about the position before completing this application form, then please call Carol on 0131 225 9790 / email carol@vascotland.org.uk. An exciting opportunity where you will make a real difference.

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Pamiloo Drivers

PAMIS Grampian - Promoting a More Inclusive Society

We are recruiting Volunteer Drivers to assist in our important and exciting Pamiloo development. Thousands of people with complex needs across Scotland are unable to attend events or visit outdoor venues due to the lack of appropriate toilet facilities and to this end PAMIS have purchased the first Scottish fully accessible mobile changing places toilet. PAMIS will use this resource for events that they organise for families and it will also be available for others to hire. To date it has been at the Edinburgh Fringe, visited various beaches and events in Scotland. We are recruiting volunteer drivers. Drivers have to be 25 years old and over. You could volunteer to be a driver and drive it to different venues. All bookings will be arranged through PAMIS. We also require volunteers to open and close the van, be an attendant and supervise the use of the mobile changing places toilet. This position is open to a wider group of volunteers. Training will be given. Excellent support and full training is provided to all volunteers and we reimburse agreed out of pocket expenses and travel. This is a hugely valuable and rewarding experience, the opportunity to learn new skills and to travel. For more information please contact For more information please contact Lesley Gray on email l.u.gray@dundee.ac.uk or tel.: 01382 385154. You can visit our website: www.pamis.org.uk Note: a child or adult with profound and multiple learning disabilities will always be accompanied by at least one carer at all times. You will not be expected to assist in any personal care activities.

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Mini Bus Drivers

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Mini Bus Drivers to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. Our Activity group helps people trying to get away from problematic drug use, who want to meet others on a similar journey and want to do leisure activities on a Friday afternoon. We require an enthusiastic, motivated individual to drive a minibus and assist our Activity Group by driving one Friday afternoon per month. For further information regarding this opportunity, please download the a Volunteer application pack from the web site www.drugsaction.co.uk or send an e-mail to amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk headed Volunteer Mini Bus Driver or contact: Anne McAlister (Volunteer Co-ordinator) T: 01224 577120 / E-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk As well as Mini Bus Drivers we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Creative Group Volunteers , Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Music Group Assistant.

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Listening Volunteer

Samaritans-Aberdeen

Anyone can talk to Samaritans, at any time, about whatever’s getting to them. We’re just ordinary people, who give up our time to listen. The service we offer is confidential and non-judgemental. Samaritans operates 24/7, 365 days a year. We offer support to people over the phone, by email, text and face to face. The Aberdeen branch is looking for people who are interested in becoming listening volunteers. No previous experience is required and full training and support is given. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference. For further information please contact: Margaret Smith E Mail: volunteering@aberdeensamaritans.org Tel No: 03705627282

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Group Coordinator [Chair]

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

The MS Society supports people who have multiple sclerosis. The local group has various activities across the city of Aberdeen such as exercise and arts/crafts classes. We are looking for a chair person – which the MS Society terms as Group Coordinator - to be a figurehead for the Aberdeen local group by organising team meetings; attend the various services, generally operating from Inchgarth Community Centre [Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays] and being able to take forward ideas into new services. Good support is provided to all volunteers and all help makes a real difference. For further details please contact Ian Gourlay, Projects and Fundraising Volunteer at E Mail: aberdeen@mssociety.org.uk or tel: 01224 820453.

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MS Support Volunteer: Newly Diagnosed

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

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: Newly Diagnosed you will assist greatly in this work through helping with tasks such as: •be the first point of branch contact for newly diagnosed people •deal with enquiries from people who are newly diagnosed •provide all new contacts with a standard information pack •provide emotional support (a listening ear) •signpost people to the most appropriate source of help as necessary •provide information about MS and the support available from the MS Society and other key organisations as appropriate •maintain a basic knowledge of local services and refer people appropriately; keep an up-to-date list of local services •develop collaborative relationships with health and social care professionals (particularly MS specialists) to promote the branch and services available to people who are newly diagnosed (with the support of the lead volunteer) •provide information about the Society’s services at national and local level. 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 and 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

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MS Support Volunteer

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

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 you will assist greatly in this work through helping with tasks such as: •maintain an up-to-date list of relevant local services for people affected by MS, and distribute it to other members of the team and through the branch newsletter •deal with enquiries to the branch phone line (see ‘MS support volunteer: branch contact’ for more details) •ensure that grants are dealt with effectively (see ‘MS support: grants’) •any other tasks from any support volunteer role description (for which the volunteer has received training). 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 and 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

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Under 12s Group Volunteers

Northfield Community Learning Association

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.

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Classes Activities Leaders and Assistants

Powis Community Centre Association

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.

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Tuk In Volunteers (Drivers)

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Could you see yourself driving a Tuk Tuk around the streets of Aberdeen? Would you like to help CFINE deliver an exciting new project? Then this could be just the opportunity for you! CFINE are looking for volunteers to get involved in our latest initiative. ‘Tuk In’ is a mobile community café that will be run out of the back of an electric Tuk Tuk, using fresh in date food that would have otherwise been destined for landfill, it will visit various community hubs around the city. ‘Tuk In’ will combat food poverty and food waste, and it will also make services available through CFINE accessible to customers. We need Drivers, Cooks, and Servers for this exciting project and all help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested, email Sean on smcveigh@cfine.org or call on 01224596156

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Inchgarth Community Centre Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Class/Group Tutor Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Video Making/Editing Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Help us make videos & short promotional clips and edit & produce them in a format that suits social media & websites. Express yourself, experiment and have fun while making a real difference. This is a great opportunity to develop your creative skills and 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/

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Sheltered Housing Activity Coordinators

Inchgarth Community Centre

At Inchgarth Community Centre we have important and exciting volunteer opportunities to assist as Sheltered Housing Activity Coordinators. Help us tackle social isolation and give some of our oldest residents positive opportunities to look forward to. Provide activities and entertainment, organise events and promote them. This is a great opportunity to develop your organisational skills and gain experience in event management and organisation. 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/

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Shop Drivers

Home-Start Aberdeen

Home-Start Aberdeen supports local families, who may be vulnerable or suffering from isolation, with emotional and practical support in their own homes. Our charity shop, which raises valuable funds towards our work, opened in 2012. It is located in the heart of the city at 101 George Street, opposite John Lewis. A key component of the shop’s success is our collections/uplift service within the city. This helps to ensure that we have a steady supply of quality stock for the shop floor. The shop is therefore always keen to recruit new volunteer drivers, who could assist us by collecting donations from homes and organisations within Aberdeen (we also uplift from Westhill). This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys driving and has some spare time to become part of our pool of volunteer drivers. A full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. No fixed commitment in terms of hours is required. Becoming a volunteer driver is a rewarding way to support Home-Start Aberdeen’s work with local families. We are now one of the largest Home-Start schemes in Scotland; this volunteer position is therefore also a good opportunity to contribute to the work of a wider team. For further details please contact Karen Milne, Charity Shop Manager, E Mail: shop@homestartaberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 622390

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Victim Support Scotland: Administration & Committee Opportunities

Victim Support Scotland (Aberdeen)

Victim Support Scotland provides support for anyone affected by crime, and we are currently looking for volunteers to help in our community and court based services. The Victim Service provides support to victims of crime and our volunteers provide this support, meeting with victims or talking to them over the phone. The Witness Service provides support for anyone who has to attend court. Our volunteers help by giving information and advice; and also showing people around the courtroom so they know what to expect. We value our volunteers and have numerous opportunities from helping with administration, fundraising to helping people affected by crime. If you are interested in finding out more please phone our local office on 01224 622478.

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Rape Crisis Grampian Support Volunteers

Rape Crisis Grampian

Rape Crisis Grampian is a fully inclusive service which provides free, confidential support to survivors of rape and sexual violence aged of 13 years and over. To enable us to provide a consistent service, Survivors are supported by Volunteer Support Workers. We currently have a pool of eleven Volunteers who offer face to face, email or telephone support. Support Volunteers undertake a comprehensive selection and training process and will be registered with the PVG – Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme. We are looking for individuals who are: *Empathetic, non-judgemental and good listeners *Able to commit to volunteering for at least 12 months and a minimum of three hours per week *Able to maintain confidentiality and anonymity *Open to gaining an understanding about rape and sexual violence and its impacts on individuals. Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteers. Including sixty hours of training. The training is comprehensive and ensures all Volunteers are equipped with the skills necessary to support Survivors. Debriefing is provided after each support session and volunteers are further supported via quarterly group Supervision as an additional means of support. If you would like more information or to apply please contact our Volunteer Coordinator on: 01224 590932 or email: volunteercoordinator@rapecrisisgrampian.co.uk

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Volunteer Fundraiser

Rape Crisis Grampian

Rape Crisis Grampian (RCG) is a support service for anyone who has been subjected to rape, sexual abuse or sexual violence at any point in their life. We are looking for a person(s) to become involved in fundraising. A great chance to not only help make a difference but be involved in a well established charity organisation within the North East of Scotland. Fantastic opportunity to make contacts and create a set of skills employers will welcome. For further details please contact: e-mail: info@rasane.org.uk

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Charity Shop Assistant

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen Rosemount Store)

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.

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Shelter Shop Volunteers

Shelter - George Street Shop

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 aspects which can range from -till operation, window displays, customer service (advising customers on item suitability etc.) -we 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.

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Digital Awareness Volunteer

Aberdeen City Council - Adult Learning Team

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

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1:1 Volunteers (Aberdeen Young Carers)

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

Incredible things happen when you believe in children… become a volunteer for Barnardo’s and see why. We are looking for volunteers to buddy with a child or young person who is part of Aberdeen Young Carers, a new service within Barnardo’s for Aberdeen. A young carer is someone up to the age of 18 who provides unpaid help and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who due to illness or disability cannot manage to live independently without the carer’s help. It may involve practical support like cooking, or house work, or emotional support. Barnardo’s want to bring out the best in every child no matter who they are or what they have been through. We look at the bigger picture and strive for a better future for all children and young people. We are looking for volunteers to spend some quality time with a child or young person between the ages of 8-18 on a regular basis, getting to know them, and building up a positive relationship by being reliable and non-judgemental when listening to them. A 1:1 volunteer will support the young person to enjoy activities and experiences within the Aberdeen community therefore reducing isolation, and promoting their self-esteem and confidence. If you have some time on your hands, are looking to gain experience or want to give something back into the community, come and volunteer for Barnardo’s! For more information please contact Susanne Fraser, Volunteer Co-ordinator at E Mail: susanne.fraser@barnardos.org.uk or tel: 01224 624090.

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Community Connector Volunteers

British Red Cross (Aberdeen)

It starts with ‘Hello’. From new mums to empty nesters, it's often surprising who is affected by loneliness. That's why we're teaming up with The Co-operative. Together we want to reach out and reconnect thousands of lonely people with their communities, and tackle a problem that is shortening lives and eroding wellbeing. The aim of the Community Connector is to support people affected by social isolation and loneliness and to help them gain confidence and to reconnect to their community in partnership with existing and new partner organisations. We will place the person at the centre of what we do and help them by offering positive encouragement, practical help and emotional support, for up to three months, depending on their needs. Full training and excellent support is provided to all volunteers. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in the local community. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Ieva Nevulyte, Community Connector Co-ordinator at email inevulyte@redcross.org.uk / tel:: 07872 839864.

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Admin / Accounts Volunteer(s)

Oxford Institute of British Islam (OIBI) - Scottish Office

The Oxford Institute of British Islam (OIBI), Scottish Office in King Street, Aberdeen have exciting volunteer opportunities for people to assist as Admin / Accounts Volunteer(s). Duties include general admin and office duties. Data Entry Training on software systems. Accounts payable/receivable. Telephone answering. This also includes any other duties appropriate to your skills and experience which may be identified. To provide administrative support to the Director and office. Training is provided where people do not have the required skills. This is a great opportunity to help and develop key skills and experience at the same time. All assistance is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Paigham Mustafa, Director / Founding Trustee at E Mail: xeitre@hotmail.co.uk or Tel.: 01224 635616 *(shared office number with Bergen).

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MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) Volunteers

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS)

MISS is a support group for women and partners who have suffered a miscarriage. It is a monthly group held at Danestone Community Centre in Aberdeen where we have a short introduction by a committee member explaining about the group and its aims, then a speaker from a health background then an activity from a local business which members can get involved with. The group starts at 715pm where we can get into the room for 7pm to set up, then finishes at 915pm with 15 minutes to tidy and clear up. We are looking for a Volunteer Committee Member who will help with the setting up, introduction and packing up of the support group. We currently have a committee with a Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, Events/Fundraising Coordinator and 3x Committee Members so the setting up, introduction and closing of the group will only be required for 3-4 groups per year. We would also like the Volunteer to get involved with events. For 2018, we will have one fundraising event organising per quarter, this varies from bag packing at supermarkets to organising a fashion show which we are planning for the last quarter of 2018. We require help with bag packing, collection tins, general organising and fundraising. The individual should be friendly, approachable and willing to help. We only require up to 5 hours of volunteering per month but we can easily increase this if the candidate has availability to. The support group is held on the first Thursday of each month, weather permitting. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Volunteers will be offered an induction to volunteering and the support group. There will be ongoing support through their volunteering. For more details please contact Abi Clarke, Chairperson/Founder at email miscarriageinfosuppservice@gmail.com or tel.: 07702 464874.

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Awareness and Fundraising-Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Collection Box Coordinators

Medical Detection Dogs (Aberdeen)

Collection Box Coordinators - If you have very little spare time, but would still like to make a BIG difference to the charity, you could place collection boxes with local businesses or become a Leaflet Distributor, distribute literature and display posters in places that are local to you. Excellent support is provided to all volunteers including: *Induction *Regular and ongoing support from Medical Detection Dogs and Regional Fundraisers *Payment of out of pocket expenses *Invitation to an awareness/speaker training day *Shadowing and training opportunities and peer support from Regional Fundraisers and Regional Coordinator A fantastic opportunity to help – all volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact us at E Mail: volunteering@medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk or Tel No: 01296 655888 or via website: https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/volunteer/

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Writer Volunteers

Medical Detection Dogs (Aberdeen)

Medical Detection Dogs are seeking passionate and creative writers and editors nationwide, who can assist our clients and volunteers tell their stories for our magazine (which is published twice a year), by conducting interviews as well as writing portfolios and features. If you have a big heart and understanding, enjoy writing/blogging and want to help us raise awareness through your word about our life changing work, no matter how much or little time you can contribute, we would love to hear from you. Excellent support is provided to all volunteers including: *Induction *Regular and ongoing support from Medical Detection Dogs *Payment of out of pocket expenses *Invitation to an Invitation to an Awareness/Speaker Training Day *Shadowing, training opportunities and peer support from established volunteers and Regional Support Groups. A fantastic opportunity to help – all volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact us at E Mail: volunteering@medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk or Tel No: 01296 655888 or via website: https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/volunteer/

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Speakers - Medical Detection Dogs

Medical Detection Dogs (Aberdeen)

Medical Detection Dogs require a national network of speakers to help promote awareness of the charity, the work we do and the life changing difference our assistance alert dogs can make. As well as promoting the charity, speakers help raise much needed funds and encourage others to fundraise in various ways, for example by leaving a legacy in their will or organising a fundraising/sponsored event on our behalf. This is invaluable as Medical Detection Dogs rely totally on the generosity of individuals and organisations. Excellent support is provided to all volunteers including: *Induction *Invitation to an awareness/speaker training day which will give you the opportunity to meet other speakers staff and receive up to date information, training, tips on addressing audiences and sharing ideas *We have produced materials to support our speakers *You will receive up to date information and stories to help keep your talk relevant and up to date. *You will also receive regular puppy updates and charity newsletters *Payment of out of pocket expenses A fantastic opportunity to help – all volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact us at E Mail: volunteering@medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk or Tel No: 01296 655888 or via website: https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/volunteer/

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Trustee(s) - Bon Accord Heritage

Bon Accord Heritage

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.

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Young People Volunteer Befrienders

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes assisting with our Young People Befriending Service. Our Young People Volunteer Befrienders are matched on a 1:1 basis with a child aged (5-16) within the Aberdeen community and through caring, reliability and consistency build up a trusting relationship, thus providing positive role model. Befrienders shall support the young people to access/attend activities within the community to reduce isolation, promote self-confidence/esteem and to help young people to begin to learn life skills. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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RNIB Connect - Social Activities Helper

RNIB (Grampian Services)

Are you friendly and outgoing? We’re looking for someone to assist at our regular social and special interest activities groups for blind and partially sighted people. You will help set up activities, make everyone feel welcome, assist with preparing light refreshments and having a friendly chat with group participants. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact RNIB Volunteer Recruitment Team at E Mail: volunteering@rnib.org.uk or tel: 01733 374 450.

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NSPCC Scotland Fundraising Group Members

NSPCC Scotland (Aberdeen Services)

At NSPCC Scotland we believe that every childhood is worth fighting for. We work to make child abuse and neglect a thing of the past. We run Childline, the free and confidential counselling service for children and young people which is accessible every day, all year, 24 hours a day. Our Childline bases in Aberdeen and Glasgow. We also aim to go into every primary school in Scotland to deliver our Speak Out, Stay Safe programme, talking to children about how to stay safe and speak out if they have any worries or concerns. >NSPCC Scotland Fundraising Group Members: 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 Aberdeen 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 and young people in Aberdeen and across Scotland. If you enjoy being involved in your local community and can spare a few hours each month, we’d love to hear from you. >What is the role?: •Join with other likeminded local people or get your friends/colleagues together to establish a local NSPCC Scotland fundraising group and help drive a range of fundraising events. •Creating new fundraising events in your community or support an existing event using your skills in planning, marketing, social media, networking or event management. •Represent NSPCC Scotland in your community, and raise awareness of our ‘fight for every childhood’. >Why join a fundraising group?: •Meet, socialise and make friends with other NSPCC Scotland volunteers •Develop & learn new skills, gain experience of fundraising for a national charity and enhance your CV. •You will have an induction, access to free training and our online community of NSPCC volunteers. •Benefit from the support of a Community Fundraising Manager to guide and advise your fundraising group. >What do fundraising groups do?: •We would expect fundraising groups to organise and hold at least 3 fundraising events each year, these could include: •Bake Sale •Coffee Morning •Bucket collections (at supermarkets, shopping centres etc.) •Quiz Night •Create your own fundraising event >How much time should I give?: • 2-3 hours per month (Flexible) >For more details please contact Matthew Connelly, Community Fundraising Manager at E Mail: matthew.connelly@nspcc.org.uk or tel.: 01224 531556.

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Visitor Centre-Community Ambassador

Dragados UK

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.

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Stella’s Voice Volunteers

Stella’s Voice

We’d love for you to join our busy, diverse and fun team at Stella’s Voice, Aberdeen Charity Shop. If you’ve got a “can do” attitude, are excited about charity retail and keen to gain new skills, we are looking for volunteers to help with sorting through donations, price items, dress windows and assist customers. No previous experience is needed, all training will be provided. We ask for a minimum of 2 hours commitment a week. A fantastic opportunity to help. All assistance helps in the vital work of Stella’s Voice charity in protecting the world’s most vulnerable people from human traffickers. It's also a great way to meet new people and make new friends. For more details please contact hr@stellasvoice.org or call 01224 611840.

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Volunteer Tour Guides

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Volunteer Tour Guides Wanted! Due to our continuing commitment to offer the best visitor experience possible the Museum has started a guided tours programme and we’re looking for volunteer guides. Now you’ve read our plans we hope you’re as excited by them as we are! To take the first step in becoming a volunteer tour guide contact Lorraine Nielsen at LNielsen@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Telephone: 01224 523673.

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Event Support – C-Change (dates-n-mates)

C-Change (Aberdeen Services)

C-Change Scotland is committed to supporting positive change in the lives of individuals and families with support needs regardless of age and personal circumstances. Dates-n-mates is a project of C-Change Scotland supporting love and friendship for adults with learning disabilities. Dates-n-mates Services include social events, dating opportunities and training workshops. Dates-n-mates Aberdeen have exciting volunteer opportunities to help as an Event Support Volunteer. This involves assisting with aspects such as helping at and leading social events. We run a regular programme of 4-6 events for our members every month; some take place during the day; others are in the evenings or at weekends. Most events last 2-3 hours. As an Event Support Volunteer, you can commit to as much or as little as suits you – even just helping at one event a month. Our volunteers help members enjoy the event and support them to interact with one another, as well as helping to ensure everyone is safe. It’s sociable, great fun and very rewarding. For further information or to apply, please contact us at: email volunteeraberdeen@c-change.org.uk or tel.: 01224 974 730 or visit our website: http://www.dates-n-mates.co.uk/

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Volunteer Buddies

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Buddies to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. People who have had problems with substance abuse often say they can lose touch with friends and colleagues, as well as losing their confidence in social situations. Buddies aim to help people build up their confidence again by supporting the person to get out and about to rediscover old interests or find new ones. Once trained, our Buddies are matched with an appropriate client and alongside the Drugs Worker; they will jointly agree a plan which will enable the Buddy to support the client in their recovery. The specific plan agreed will be led by the needs of each individual client and could typically include the Buddy accompanying the client to social events, leisure activities or to appointments with other organisations. As well as Volunteer Buddies we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Creative Group Volunteers, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Music Group Assistant. For further details please contact: Anne McAlister T: 01224 577120 / F-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk

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Dragongate Theatre Volunteer

Dragongate Theatre Company

We are a theatre group, some of us with a physical disability, who meet weekly on Thursday afternoons to prepare for and rehearse black light puppet theatre. We do everything ourselves-develop storyline, make puppets and props, costumes, scenery and masks,and record our narrative and music. Help with setting up of shows and enabling members to perform with puppets. Above all we have lots of fun. Come and join us! We welcome new members/volunteers and are particularly keen to involve more people who have a physical disability. We meet on a Thursday between 1.30pm-3.45pm. New Members always welcome. Contact Sadie Stark, 01224 640560.

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Recipe for Life Volunteers

Home-Start Aberdeen

Home-Start Aberdeen supports local families, who may be vulnerable or suffering from isolation, with emotional and practical support in their own homes. Recipe for Life (practical cooking) is a project that Home-Start Aberdeen has developed in partnership with NHS Grampian in 2010. The success of the project has been such that NHS Grampian has continued to fund the project since its inception. The purpose of the project is to provide support for local families by teaching them practical cooking skills, advising on food budgeting and shopping, providing oral health information and promotion of healthy lifestyles. Our Recipe for Life volunteers receive full training and will be carefully matched to deliver Recipe for Life on the basis of family need. No formal cookery or nutritional qualifications are required – just a desire to help local families improve their overall wellbeing. By volunteering with Home-Start Aberdeen, you will be contributing to the work of one of the largest Home-Start schemes in Scotland. There is therefore an opportunity to develop new friendships, learn new skills and really make a contribution to the lives of local families. For more details please contact: telephone 01224 693545 or email volunteering@homestartaberdeen.org.uk . Further information is also available on our website at http://www.homestartaberdeen.org.uk

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Barnardos- Aberdeen Stores

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

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 several stores in Aberdeen-St Andrew Street, Union Street, Castle Street, Westhill, Jesmond Drive and Laurel Drive, Bridge of Don- all of them are very different, one of them is bound to be your perfect match! 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.

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Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV? Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or boxing, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support is provided to all volunteers and all help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kim McRobbie, Active Schools Coordinator at E Mail: KiMcRobbie@sportaberdeen.co.uk or tel.: 07825 228173.

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Research Volunteer(s)

Sport Aberdeen

Regular walking has been shown to have a massive effect on people’s health and wellbeing. In and around the city of Aberdeen we have many groups who walk regularly and for a wide variety of distances/ time. To help promote the range of Walking Groups in Aberdeen, make it easier for people to locate a Walking Group and to expand the many benefits walking brings Sport Aberdeen has redesigned the walking section of their website to provide an opportunity to link all groups under a few headings/ pages such as: -Health Walks (30 – 60 min) -Other Short Walks (based on the Health Walk Model) -Medium Walks (2 – 5 miles) -Longer Walks (full day) To assist in this we have an exciting volunteer opportunity for a volunteer(s) to research/gather together information on walking groups across the city and collect standardised information to allow potential walkers to connect with a suitable (distance, duration, terrain) group. At the end of this project we will have a list of all the walking groups in the Aberdeen area, complete with contact details, allowing individuals to connect with a suitable walk. This is a fantastic volunteering role where you will make a real difference and all help is greatly appreciated. For Further Information For further details please contact: Brian Harrison (Health Walks Coordinator): E. bharrison@sportaberdeen.co.uk / Tel. 01224 047928 / Mobile 07719501361

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Cash Desk Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Cash Desk Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 31 Union Street. If you enjoy meeting and talking with people and providing great customer service this could be the role for you. As part of this role you will be: *Completing till transactions accurately *Promoting our stock requirements and campaigns *Promoting the benefits of the Gift Aid scheme to the BHF There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Befriender - Self Management Programme

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

At Sue Ryder Dee View Court we strive to help people to live lives as fully as possible. We offer a huge range of support including long-term residential care, supported living and specialist rehabilitative services designed to help people improve or regain their abilities. We focus on a person's wellness not illness and abilities rather than disabilities. A Community based service of excellence - care that liberates lives. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a recently established self management programme for people with neurological conditions in their own homes. Through volunteering with the programme for a few hours a week/fortnight you can make a difference to peoples lives-this can be through visiting someone and having a chat and a tea/coffee or assisting people in accessing community activities, building peoples confidence again. Good support, relevant training and reimbursement of any out of pocket expenses e.g.: any bus fares/car mileage etc. is provided to all volunteers. Through volunteering with this exciting and important programme you will make a difference to people’s lives. For more details about this and volunteering with Sue Ryder please contact Julie Schoullar on email: outreach.support@suerydercare.org / tel.: 01224 896339/ 01224 245920.

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Befriender Volunteer

Inspire

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 / e-mail: volunteering@inspiremail.org.uk

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Customer Service Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Do you love to chat and get to know people? Can you talk about anything and everything? If this sounds like you we have a fantastic opportunity to let you do just that! 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. We keep the shop floor looking fresh and inspiring and thank everyone who brings in their donations and custom. Come and be a part of your local team and learn customer service skills and gain experience. Don’t worry if you’re not a confident speaker, with this role all you need is a welcoming and helpful attitude. We’ll provide you with all the support and help you need. Perfect for enhancing your CV and skills set. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Volunteer Recruiters

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Volunteers are essential to our success and we are looking for people who would love to help us recruit more volunteers to help us raise funds in our shops for our lifesaving research. We need volunteers who are chatty, friendly and willing to follow our volunteering guidelines to help us recruit more like minded people. This role will see you get involved in your local community, face to face and online. You will spend time making contacts within the local colleges, volunteer centre and job centre letting them know about our work and our opportunities. You will place adverts online and find out about the volunteer recruitment opportunities where you live. This is a great role for those who love a challenge and the chance to use their existing skills. Ideal for those who are looking for a role to give them work experience where they can practise their transferable skills. Join your local team and help to introduce people to the wonderful world of volunteering and our lifesaving research in to heart disease. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, perfect for enhancing your cv, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Stock Generation Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! Do you walk down the street and say hello to everyone you meet? Are you a familiar and friendly face around town? Or are you looking to integrate yourself into the local community? We’re always looking for confident, chatty and driven volunteers to generate great quality stock. You will help to build and maintain friendly relationships with existing and new business contacts, arranging local collections for your local shop and talking to local business’ about surplus stock. This is a great role for those who love a challenge and the chance to use their existing skills. Ideal for those who are looking for a role to give them work experience where they can practise their transferable skills. Become a part of our stock campaigns and get your local community involved in our stock events. All the stock people generated by volunteers like you help us provide funding for over half of the UK’s independent research into heart and circulatory disease! There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Barnardos- Aberdeen Stores

Barnardo's Shop - Union St

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 Union Street store such as Volunteer Retail Assistants and Stock Room Volunteers. If you have a particular skill or interest, our team would be delighted to discuss how you could utilise it in store! This could range from computer skills to collectables knowledge, fundraising experience to fashion awareness - whatever your talent, please share it with us! 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.

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Stock Room Volunteers

Barnardo's Shop - Union St

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 Union Street 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.

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volunteer sales floor assistants

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

If you enjoy talking to people and can provide great customer service this could be the role for you. An interest in merchandising with retail or customer service experience would be beneficial The role involves helping customers on the sales floor; promoting the Gift Aid scheme to donators; assisting on the sales floor; putting out stock and keeping the sales floor looking great. Volunteering can help you to gain valuable work experience, meet people, make new friends and develop your skills. Full training will be available for this role. Your time helps raise vital funds to beat heart disease. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email:A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Stock Generation Volunteer

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives! BHF Retail is recruiting Stock Generation Volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities at our fantastic retail shop at 202 Union Street. As a stock generator, you will use your local knowledge to raise awareness of our stock requirements with local businesses, make appointments to meet prospective donors, and maintain great relationships with our existing contacts. As part of this role you will be: *Promoting stock campaigns in your shop. *Giving out donation bags in your community. *Arranging collections of stock donations. *Contacting local businesses for surplus stock. *Supporting stock events. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. Please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated and helps BHF lead the fight against coronary heart disease and save lives. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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British Heart Foundation Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 202 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives BHF Retail is now recruiting volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities for our retail shop at 202 Union Street. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities from Customer Service Volunteers to volunteer drivers, to Telephone / Admin Volunteers, Book Volunteers, Cash Desk volunteers, Music & Entertainment Volunteers, Vinyl Volunteers, Online Listings Volunteer, Sort Room Volunteers and Stock Generation Volunteers. If you wish to help in any role please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. However you choose to volunteer your time helps us to save lives. Our volunteers help our fight for every heartbeat and make a big difference in their local communities. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. For further details please contact: Mandy Privett , Shop Manager, Tel: 01224 645924 / Email: A23@bhf.org.uk or call in for a chat if you are passing our shop on 202 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Cafe Assistant

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Aberdeen Arts Centre operates a snack/cafe bar which is at the heart of all the Centres activities. All of the visitors, drama groups and musicians visit the cafe, as well as visiting companies, exhibitors and guests. This is a busy and exciting area of the Aberdeen Arts Centre. Volunteers are required to assist in the cafe bar which operates before and during evening performances, and as and when required. For further information please contact Stephanie Walls on email: stephanie.walls@act-aberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 635208.

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British Heart Foundation Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Volunteering Changes Lives BHF Retail is now recruiting volunteers for exciting flexible opportunities for our retail shop at 31 Union Street. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities from Customer Service Volunteers to volunteer drivers, to Telephone / Admin Volunteers, Book Volunteers, Cash Desk volunteers, Music & Entertainment Volunteers, Vinyl Volunteers, Online Listings Volunteer, Sort Room Volunteers and Stock Generation Volunteers. If you wish to help in any role please contact us-all help is greatly appreciated. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. However you choose to volunteer your time helps us to save lives. Our volunteers help our fight for every heartbeat and make a big difference in their local communities. As one of our volunteers you will receive a full induction and further training in specific roles. For further details please contact Lorna, on 01224 252769 / email: A18@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 31 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Tuk In Volunteers (Cooks and Servers)

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Could you see yourself driving a Tuk Tuk around the streets of Aberdeen? Would you like to help CFINE deliver an exciting new project? Then this could be just the opportunity for you! CFINE are looking for volunteers to get involved in our latest initiative. ‘Tuk In’ is a mobile community café that will be run out of the back of an electric Tuk Tuk, using fresh in date food that would have otherwise been destined for landfill, it will visit various community hubs around the city. ‘Tuk In’ will combat food poverty and food waste, and it will also make services available through CFINE accessible to customers. We need Drivers, Cooks, and Servers for this exciting project and all help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested, email Sean on smcveigh@cfine.org or call on 01224596156

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Tuk In Drivers

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Could you see yourself driving a Tuk Tuk around the streets of Aberdeen? Would you like to help CFINE deliver an exciting new project? Then this could be just the opportunity for you! CFINE are looking for volunteers to get involved in our latest initiative. ‘Tuk In’ is a mobile community café that will be run out of the back of an electric Tuk Tuk, using fresh in date food that would have otherwise been destined for landfill, it will visit various community hubs around the city. ‘Tuk In’ will combat food poverty and food waste, and it will also make services available through CFINE accessible to customers. We need Drivers, Cooks, and Servers for this exciting project and all help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested, email Sean on smcveigh@cfine.org or call on 01224596156

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Volunteer Stall Assistant – Cornhill Hospital & Other Locations

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

CFINE provides a stall selling good quality fresh fruit on the concourse of Foresterhill Hospital (beside the main entrance). We need volunteers to help us by manning the stall for a couple of hours at a time. The stall will be open Wednesday, from 12 noon to 6.00 p.m. plus other days and various City locations New volunteers will always be accompanied by experienced volunteers or a member of staff and no-one will be manning the stall on their own. This is a good opportunity for anyone looking for retail experience, with an interest in health and well-being and/or who enjoys dealing with a range of people. If interested or if you require further information please contact For further details please contact Tel.: 01224 596156 e-mail: info@cfine.org /cmclean@cfine.org

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Peggy's Cafe Helpers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Volunteering at the cafe you will serve and chat with customers, stock up items, make coffee, tea, and more. The cafe plays a vital role in our community, and all profits go towards offering better services to the community. This is a great opportunity to develop your customer services skills, gain experience as a waiter/waitress and meet lot of new people. This is a great opportunity to develop your Customer Services and numeracy skills and gain experience in hospitality and catering. 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/

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Social Media Marketing Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Help us keep our social media pages updated with the most recent information about our exciting activities, events and classes. You will also manage online marketing campaign to get more members and volunteers if you fancy it. This is also an opportunity to improve your Social Media Marketing skills and gain experience in a PR/Marketing position. 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/

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Fundraiser and Business Relationship Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

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/

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Phoenix Club Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

The Phoenix Club is a wonderful social club for adults with learning or physical disabilities, where people have fun and socialise together. Every Monday night from 7pm-9pm, the club meets at Inchgarth Community Centre to play pool, video games or board games, to sing karaoke or paint. We are seeking new volunteers for the club and for befrienders. Your role would be to take part in activities, play pool and board games with our members, take people to the cafe and have a hot drink. No experience necessary we just need you to be friendly and enthusiastic. We want our Phoenix Club members to feel special during this fantastic club and you could be that difference in people’s lives. It is also a good opportunity to improve your communication skills, to gain experience working with people with learning and physical disabilities and to help the community grow. You will also be joining team Inchgarth that was awarded the highest award in the country by Her Majesty the Queen via the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, a collective MBE for all team members who volunteer. Be part of this fantastic centre and the wonderful Phoenix club. If interested, please call us at 01224 325191 or email us at volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com

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Public Collection Assistants

ARCHIE Foundation

We are currently looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals to help promote the charity through increased awareness and being involved in Charity Collections in a variety of public and private locations. These locations may include; City Centre Shopping Areas, Pittodrie Stadium, Bars and Pubs. You will work in pairs for no more than a 2 hour slot. A briefing and all necessary materials including collection bucket, donation stickers and publicity material will be provided. Travel expenses are available. The ARCHIE Foundation is a charity based in the North and North East of Scotland which raises much needed funds. These funds will be used to ‘Make The Difference’ for sick children and their families when they most need it. Examples of funding we have provided in the past include: -Various pieces of specialist equipment that allows children with complex needs to enjoy and improved quality of life. -Specialist staff posts including Family Support Worker, Pain Specialist Nurse and ARCHIE Play Leader -Gifts for children staying in the hospital over the Christmas period -Research into conditions affecting children in the north of Scotland, and how to improve their treatment -Funds the Parent Accommodation Suite, which enables parents to stay in hospital with their sick child For further details please contact: Ruth Milne or Gail Gordon Volunteer Manager/ Fundraising Manager Tel. 01224 559559 E-mail: ruth@archiefoundation.org.uk or gail@archiefoundation.org.uk W. www.archiefoundation.org.uk

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One to One Support Volunteer (CIS Project)

North East Sensory Services (Aberdeen Services)

To support elderly service users with severe sensory loss to keep connected with their local community by supporting them as a sighted guide/escort/communicator on prearranged occasions, supporting them to practise independent living skills or being a befriender either face to face or telephone. Ness provides support to over 3500 people with severe sensory loss across Grampian. The CIS-Connect Inform Support Project aims to support older people with sensory loss who may feel lonely or socially isolated or may lose independent living skills as a result of the daily challenges of their sensory loss. This service has been developed to reach out to those individuals and to offer support, assistance, social opportunities and companionship through trained volunteers. Volunteers aim to help service users to build up their confidence and to increase their independence by providing assistance, a listening ear and encouraging service users to get out and about and rediscover old interests or find new ones. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity to help in the local community, make a positive difference and also the opportunity to develop new skills and interests as well. For more information please contact: Clare Harris e-mail: Clare.Harris@nesensoryservices.org Tel.: 0845 2712345

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Volunteer Driver (CIS Project)

North East Sensory Services (Aberdeen Services)

Drivers are required to support elderly service users with severe sensory loss to keep connected with their local community. This would include supporting people to attend appointments, visit local community groups and attend NESS group activities. Ness provides support to over 3500 people with severe sensory loss across Grampian. The CIS-Connect Inform Support Project aims to support older people with sensory loss who may feel lonely or socially isolated or may lose independent living skills as a result of the daily challenges of their sensory loss. This service has been developed to reach out to those individuals and to offer support, assistance, social opportunities and companionship through trained volunteers. Volunteers aim to help service users to build up their confidence and to increase their independence by providing assistance, a listening ear and encouraging service users to get out and about and rediscover old interests or find new ones. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity to help in the local community, make a positive difference and also the opportunity to develop new skills and interests as well. For more information please contact: Clare Harris e-mail: Clare.Harris@nesensoryservices.org Tel.: 0845 2712345

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Silver City Surfer Volunteers

Silver City Surfers

Silver City Surfers assist people 55 years and over to learn basic computer skills 1-to-1 in a social setting. We have a brilliant team of volunteers that help and are currently recruiting new volunteers. There are a range of opportunities available such as Computer Tutor Volunteers to assist people learn basic computer skills, Hospitality Volunteers to make sure that people feel welcomed, have someone to chat to and who will make them a tea/coffee whilst they wait to get on to a computer or have a break from the computer and Admin. Volunteers to come in and help file, collate and enter details of numbers of attendees, and print off forms that are needed for the smooth running of sessions. A great opportunity to help and make a positive difference in a friendly and supportive place. For further details please contact us at email: silvercitysurfers@gmail.com or web.: http://www.silvercitysurfers.co.uk

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Electrical Function Tester Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

Volunteering Changes Lives! If you are a bit of a gadget fan, figuring out how they work and making sure they are safe to use this is the perfect volunteering role for you. We’re looking for people like you to test the electrical equipment that is donated to us making sure it is suitable and safe for sale before moving on to the final stage of appliance testing. We will give you all the training you need to be able to safely and confidently carry out this role. So if you have an interest in electrical items, can work in a safe and organised manner and would like to broaden your skill set pop down to your local Furniture & Electrical store for more information and join the BHF team. There are lots of benefits to volunteering, such as developing your existing skills, gaining new skills and supporting a cause you care about. Whatever your reason for joining, you can expect to have lots of fun and meet some great people. For further details please contact Ricki, on 01224 432910 / email.: a25@bhf.org.uk or pop in past the store at 236 Union Street, Aberdeen.

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Department Volunteers