Aberdeenshire
volunteering opportunities
Waulkmill Menagerie
The gardeners duties would be to help manage the green areas in and around the farm, would need to work on own initiative as grounds are a blank canvas.
Befriend a Child
We require to establish new fund raising sub-committees which would meet on a monthly basis to share fundraising event ideas. Interested volunteers would be given freedom to come up with events and organise them on behalf of Befriend a Child in their own area, with support from staff as required. Our existing committee have so far organised events such as a murder mystery dinner and a fashion sale for example.
Home Start Deveron (correct)
Would you like to Volunteer for Home-Start Deveron?
Home-Start Deveron is part of a national network that offers friendly, informal support to families with at least one child under the age of five years.
The daily stresses of bringing up a family can often become overwhelming and as a result parents find themselves unable to cope. Home-Start Deveron can help to alleviate some of the challenges that families face, through regular support from volunteers, who themselves have parenting experience.
As a Volunteer what would I do?
Volunteers visit families, in their own homes, for two to three hours per week. How you help is really down to the family itself, some might need someone to talk to, others might need more practical support with meal planning, cooking, reading to their children or finding out about local services. Volunteers can also help to run groups such as Stay and Play sessions and cookery classes for parents.
Can my support and friendship really make a difference?
The early years before children go off to school are vital and at Home-Start Deveron we believe parents have the key role in creating a secure childhood for their children. It's just that sometimes they need a bit of your help.
This offer of regular, flexible support can go a long way to helping families to get back on their feet. Parents grow in confidence, strengthen bonds with their children and regain a sense of the value of themselves as parents.
Aberdeenshire North Foodbank
Once the full Covid related restrictions have been fully lifted and once our Fraserburgh store is fully operational. Roles Driver –delivering food boxes locally. Will need to have either someone from their household to accompany them or we will arrange two cars to prevent lone working. Need to able to lift and carry boxes of food. This will be in Fraserburgh and surrounding area initially then when the centre opens will just be to rural areas.
Fraserburgh is a new foodbank Centre and not yet open to the public. It has been used as a food distribution centre during C-19. We plan to open in August with the plan to prepack food parcels and issue these to recipients who attend to the foodbank and also to deliver these to rural areas. We are likely to open on a Mon, Wed, Fri for a couple of hours each session and can have a mx. Of three volunteers in at one time. It wold be ideal to have different ‘teams’ on for each session so would need a mix of people who are happy to do the chat and advice and those that are happy to pack through the back.
Minimum commitment would be 1 session per two weeks initially for those in the centre.
Carron Stroke Chest and Heart Group
To assist members attending The Carron Stroke Chest and Heart Group. This can include helping to set up and clear the room when needed, helping with teas and coffees, participating and helping members to take part in safely organised activities whilst maintaining confidentiality of the group.
Portlethen & District Young At Heart
Day Centre Assistants foster a friendly and supportive atmosphere within the group by:
Welcoming and accompanying/escorting older people on the premises.
Arranging and or facilitating appropriate activities during groups sessions.
Offering support and assistance to enable all members to participate as full as they wish in the activities.
Serving pre-prepared meals and teas and coffees.
Washing and tidying up.
Occasional escorting on community transport.
Homestart Deeside Alford and Strathdon
Looking for a Volunteer to help with funding applications. Ideally suited to home-working with flexible hours to suit you.
Turriff & District Citizens Advice Bureau
The work of the Turriff and District CAB involves members of the public who come into Bureau to discuss very sensitive and confidential issues. The receptionist has to be able to meet people in an impartial and non-discriminatory manner and maintain client and Bureau confidentiality.
We run drop in sessions and an appointment system– the running of which is the main duty of the receptionist. Therefore good customer service manner on the telephone and in person is essential.
Duties:
• Greeting the clients in a friendly and impartial manner.
• Explaining waiting times and procedures to clients
• Making appointments and explaining the client forms to be completed.
• Taking messages for advisers and staff and writing them up timeously.
• Scanning documents and attaching to online case files for advisers as required.
• Ensuring all leaflet and booklets in reception are up to date and ordering more as required.
• Attending the Bureau at the times arranged with line manager – always giving notice if unable to attend and of holiday dates.
You will need to be:
• Committed to the aims and principles of the Scottish CAB Service
• Organised and systematic
• Understand the importance of CAB work
• Have good communication skills
• Willing to attend training and other meetings
• Able to work as part of a team.
British Heart Foundation (Aberdeenshire)
To work within newley renovated retail shop. Work is varied; operating tills, pricing and sorting stock, organising displays and general housekeeping. The hours are flexible - most shifts are available and volunteers can work as few or as many as they wish. No experience is required as full training will be given in all aspects.
Waulkmill Menagerie
The duties of the Animal Tour Guide is to guide the public around the farm and into some of the paddocks. To tell facts and stories about the animals, allow the public to hold and groom the hand reared animals. To help out at Kids clubs with fun activities.
Banchory Day Centre
Volunteers to help out in the centre. There are 2 shifts (9-12.30 and 12.30-4pm) and people can say how often they would like to be on the rota etc Duties include serving tea/coffee and lunches, chatting with members, playing games etc.
Mearns & Coastal Healthy Living Network
Chair based exercise classes are held once a week at various community locations. Classes vary in size from 4 - 10 people.
An instructor is required to lead the group through a range of chair based exercises. Training in Chair Based Exercise and initial support at the classes will be provided. You would be part of a team of volunteers with the opportunity to share experiences and stories at regular Volunteer meetings. An interest in the well being of older people is key.
Strichen Community Pond
Active and fit individuals are required on an ongoing basis, to help maintain this beautiful site. Outdoor experience preferred! Further details can be obtained by contacting Stewart Whyte the Chairman.
Befriend a Child
Befrienders can give children the opportunity to broaden their horizons and give them a chance to escape from the difficult and sometimes painful aspects of their lives. In your spare time you can have fun by going bowling, swimming or strolling on a beach, everyday things we all take for granted. you also give a child a chance to have positive childhood memories.
Cancer Research UK Fraserburgh Shop
Required to assist with various duties within a busy charity shop.
From preparing the goods received to arranging the display of items, artistically. Youngsters under the age of 18, will be encouraged to join a volunteer recognition scheme and must adhere to the safeguarding policy.
Waulkmill Menagerie
The duties of an Animal Maintenance person is to poo scoop the paddocks, refresh water troughs, sweep/hose shelters and spend quality play time with the animals.
St Kane's Church
A friendly smile and good communication skills for this role, would be helpful. General assistant for the busy community cafe,
Aboyne After School Club
Volunteers to assist with After Schools Club once active after Covid-19
Befriend a Child
We are looking for ad-hoc volunteers for our existing fundraising calendar which includes coffee mornings, bag packing and quiz nights. We would be keen to hear from anyone who can be added to our database and contacted regarding availability as and when events arose. This would mean an average of 4-5 hours , 6 times per year.
Pet Fostering Service Scotland
We ask home visitors have access to a vehicle to travel to home visits and be IT literate. Full training materials and ongoing support is offered.
What PFSS looks for when assessing a foster carer’s home varies depending on the species they wish to foster. We ask that all foster carers be willing and able to safely keep foster cats indoors and foster dogs on a leash outdoors. Guidance on how to introduce a pet to their foster home is offered.
You will be contacted by PFSS when there is a need for a home visit in your area, you will contact the potential volunteer and arrange a time for the home visit to take place. We have some standard home visit paperwork that is completed for each foster home.
PFSS provides temporary care for pets when their owner has health problems, or is in an emergency situation. Priority is given to elderly owners, while we want to help as many owners and pets as possible we are not a boarding service or a re-homing charity. However through The Blue Cross and PFSS collaboration we will be in a better position to rehome pets who are not able to be returned to their owner. who come into our care legitimately but are unable to be reunited with their owner.
Royal Voluntary Service (Aberdeenshire)
Many people living in Aberdeenshire are unable to access transport due to restricted mobility. Our schemes provide one to one transport to enable people to remain living independently in their own homes with dignity. Requests include transport for shopping trips, appointments and social outings. Anyone affected by restricted mobility can use our service. If you would like to help people in your community and can spare 1 - 2 hours a month, a fortnight or weekly, then we would love to hear from you.
Magpie Banchory (AVA)
To assist in the Magpie shop. Activities include general shop duties, answering the telephone, dealing with customers, merchandising, filling shelves, cleaning and tidying.
Turriff & District Citizens Advice Bureau
The work of the Turriff and District CAB involves one to one contact with members of the public, often discussing quite sensitive issues. The Advice workers have to be able to work in an impartial and non-discriminatory manner and maintain client and Bureau confidentiality.
Advice workers use the Information system provided by Citizens Advice Scotland and the computerised recording system CASTLE – the ability to read about a wide range of topics including government legislation is important, as well as being computer literate to enter records electronically.
Duties:
• Abide by the Aims and Principles of Citizens Advice in Scotland: giving impartial, independent and confidential advice.
• To complete the Adviser Training Program and on-going training to remain up to date.
• To speak to clients in person or on the telephone giving advice as evidenced by the Advisernet system.
• To act on the client’s behalf, if requested by the client, which may involve contacting third parties by telephone or letter.
• To attend the Bureau at the times agreed with line manager – giving good notice of any holidays and contacting the Bureau timeously if unable to attend due to sickness.
Turriff & District Citizens Advice Bureau
The work of the Turriff and District CAB involves one to one contact with members of the public, often discussing quite sensitive issues. The Advice workers have to be able to work in an impartial and non-discriminatory manner and maintain client and Bureau confidentiality.
Advice workers use the Information system provided by Citizens Advice Scotland and the computerised recording system CASTLE – the ability to read about a wide range of topics including government legislation is important, as well as being computer literate to enter records electronically.
Duties:
• Abide by the Aims and Principles of Citizens Advice in Scotland: giving impartial, independent and confidential advice.
• To complete the Adviser Training Program and on-going training to remain up to date.
• To speak to clients in person or on the telephone giving advice as evidenced by the Advisernet system.
• To act on the client’s behalf, if requested by the client, which may involve contacting third parties by telephone or letter.
• To attend the Bureau at the times agreed with line manager – giving good notice of any holidays and contacting the Bureau timeously if unable to attend due to sickness.
Royal Air Forces Association
Right now, there are RAF veterans in Scotland who are lonely and isolated.
As a Befriender Volunteer, you could step in to change that. It wouldn’t take much of your time and it’s a great way to use your skills, give something back and feel good.
The Royal Air Forces Association (or RAF Association), is a member-led, registered welfare charity that provides welfare support to Serving and Ex-Serving RAF personnel and their families.
The Befriender role is at the heart of the RAF Association’s objectives in delivering welfare support to members of the RAF family requiring it.
The aim of the Befriender role is to help alleviate isolation and loneliness, by giving time to listen to people either in person or over the phone and to encourage communication on a shared interest or topic, to ensure that the beneficiary remains part of the community and feels socially connected.
The role of a Befriender is varied and could involve helping out with practical tasks such as driving someone to a doctor’s appointment, it could simply involve a cup of tea and a chat or it could be to accompany them to their first meeting of an interest group in their community.
Befriender volunteers will develop a wide variety of skills, including:
• Experience of welfare work
• Listening and communications skills
• Building relationships with a wide variety of people
• Team working skills
• Research skills (volunteers will be finding ways to integrate beneficiaries into the community and local groups)
MCR Pathways
We know that there is amazing potential and talent in all young people. But for many, due to challenges at home, that talent has yet to be discovered. Life experience has knocked the confidence out of some, firmly locking away those seeds of aspiration and hope. Our volunteer mentors help realise the full potential of their young person and empower them with the confidence they need to build a bright future. We bridge talent with opportunity through relationship focused mentoring.
The only requirement to become a mentor is simply a desire to help a young person. Building a positive relationship is based on non-judgemental listening and encouraging. When one person mentors, two lives are changed.
Scottish SPCA
We are looking for a number of committed, caring volunteers with a passion for wildlife welfare to help us uplift wildlife casualties from members of the public and Scottish SPCA staff and transport them to our Aberdeen Animal Rescue & Rehoming Centre at Drumoak, Banchory. You will provide a safe and caring environment for the animals and maximise their comfort in the Satellite Wildlife Station.
Duties will include collecting birds, rabbits, hedgehogs and small mammals, and safely and lawfully transporting the animals from point of collection to our nearest SSPCA facility, veterinary facility or Inspector/ Animal Welfare Officer as appropriate.
You will attend to the welfare needs of the wildlife, including food preparation and diligently maintain and monitor animal records.
To undertake this role, we require you to have unrestricted access to your own vehicle, a full, clean UK driving licence and, once in post, we would ask that you ensure your Car Insurance Policy covers you for business purposes (any cost involved will be reimbursed)
We also require that you have unrestricted access to a smart phone capable of downloading and running the App that we will use to communicate with you.
Scottish SPCA
We are looking for a number of committed, caring volunteers with a passion for wildlife welfare to help us uplift wildlife casualties from members of the public and Scottish SPCA staff and transport them to our Aberdeen Animal Rescue & Rehoming Centre at Drumoak, Banchory. You will provide a safe and caring environment for the animals and maximise their comfort in the Satellite Wildlife Station.
Duties will include collecting birds, rabbits, hedgehogs and small mammals, and safely and lawfully transporting the animals from point of collection to our nearest SSPCA facility, veterinary facility or Inspector/ Animal Welfare Officer as appropriate.
You will attend to the welfare needs of the wildlife, including food preparation and diligently maintain and monitor animal records.
To undertake this role, we require you to have unrestricted access to your own vehicle, a full, clean UK driving licence and, once in post, we would ask that you ensure your Car Insurance Policy covers you for business purposes (any cost involved will be reimbursed)
We also require that you have unrestricted access to a smart phone capable of downloading and running the App that we will use to communicate with you.
Home Start NEA
We are currently looking for Home Visiting Volunteers spending 2-3 hours a week supporting families in their own homes.
Candidates will be reliable people with parenting experience and a non-judgemental approach.
Requirements are:
•Ability to work as part of a team
•A caring and sensitive attitude
•Warmth and a sense of humour
•Time and enthusiasm for Home-Start NEA
Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and nationalities.
We offer full and on-going training, out of pocket expenses paid, an interesting and worthwhile experience. Post is subject to PVG check.
Befriend a Child
We are looking for ad-hoc volunteers for our existing fundraising calendar which includes coffee mornings, bag packing and quiz nights. We would be keen to hear from anyone who can be added to our database and contacted regarding availability as and when events arose. This would mean an average of 4-5 hours , 6 times per year.
Aberdeenshire North Foodbank
Roles within the Food bank may include; help recruit volunteers, co-ordination of the volunteer team, monitor stock levels at the centre, plus other more general Food bank duties. Ideal for both someone looking for a challenge or to someone looking for a regular volunteering role.
SensationALL
*Volunteers are key to the success of SensationALL! *Do you have an hour or more to spare and want to make a difference in a fun and friendly environment?
SensationALL run sensory based therapy groups and services for children and adults with multiple support needs. We need volunteers to assist our team in delivering engaging and rewarding sessions for all our service users. You would be involved in activities such as crafts, baking, games and music as well as helping with the set-up, making refreshments and tidying up. Our children’s groups include access to our soft play area so they can experience free play in safe and comfortable surroundings as well as structured messy play, sensory story-time or craft activities.
Individuals interested in gaining experience working with people who have sensory and learning disabilities and autism will particularly benefit from volunteering with us however no previous experience is required.
Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome.
We also require volunteers to help with:
*Fundraising
*Events
*IT/admin tasks
*Maintenance/equipment cleaning
*Trustee Board Members
Good support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Every volunteer is given an induction prior to starting. Once actively volunteering with us we will extend the opportunity to attend any in-house training such as first aid, introduction to Autism, Makaton amongst others.
Contact us for more information on any of these roles. Any time volunteers can give is greatly appreciated and will make a real difference to our charity! For more information please email us at volunteering@sensationall.org.uk or tel.: 01224 476699
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
SCILL Aberdeenshire
SCILL (SCIO) is run by a committee of trustees responsible for governance and planning, supported by our Administrator. Trustees will help steer the charity and help prioritise activities to support children with Additional Needs and their parents/carers.
The role of trustee with SCILL (SCIO) involves attending monthly committee meetings and helping to run events during term time.
Current trustees include teachers and parents, and anyone with an interest in contributing to SCILL’s aims is welcome to join and contribute in their own way.
Experience of ASN is not essential.
Banchory Day Centre
We need volunteers to drive probably a couple of members to the centre to arrive around 10 am and return them home again at around 3.30 pm each Thursday. Members requiring transport live not far from Banchory so no great driving distances are involved. A friendly disposition and a willingness to see members safely into their homes is all we ask. Expenses can be claimed back from Aberdeenshire Council by completing a simple form. Volunteers will be required to check with their insurers that they are covered to carry out such transport.
Banchory Day Centre
The Centre provides games and entertainment and an opportunity to socialise with other members. Volunteers are required to be cheerful and to assist members in any way necessary to enable them to participate fully in Centre activities. Assistance serving (pre-prepared) meals and teas/coffees (plus setting out and clearing away tables).
Huntly Day Centre
To assist in the daily activities at the day centre helping set, clear tables, load dishwasher, tidy up, help with physical activities – picking up skittles, hockey balls, etc, play table games, prompt service users to mark off bingo cards that have a sight impairment. Help with crafts or gardening.
This may be for part of the day morning or afternoon.
Clan
Full details can be found at https://www.clanhouse.org/vacancies/support-volunteer?fbclid=IwAR0q0Kk8Cl5UV474lPJqRS-E3P9_zRS4qHjBet3yJVxh1CE6wIGD-i9rC8M
Garioch Community Kitchen
Volunteers required to assist with the running of our fortnightly Café at the Kitchen. (No experience required, and training will be provided). To encourage the local community to come together in a fun and engaging way.
Scope of role:
1) To set out the tables and chairs
2) Make tea & coffee for the urns
3) Lay out cups and plates etc
4) Engage with café attendees
5) Assist with preparing the food
6) Help to tidy away and clean as required.
7) As this involves regulated work a PVG Disclosure is required
Skills developed
- Communication
- Interpersonal
- Health & Wellbeing
- Kitchen skills
This work is regulated and therefore a PVG is required
Home Start NEA
We are currently looking for Home Visiting Volunteers spending 2-3 hours a week supporting families in their own homes.
Candidates will be reliable people with parenting experience and a non-judgemental approach.
Requirements are:
•Ability to work as part of a team
•A caring and sensitive attitude
•Warmth and a sense of humour
•Time and enthusiasm for Home-Start NEA
Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and nationalities.
We offer full and on-going training, out of pocket expenses paid, an interesting and worthwhile experience. Post is subject to PVG check.
Action for Children - Family Centre Help Hub
Calling All:
- Caring & compassionate people who love helping others
- Creative individuals that enjoy working with children
- People who have spare time to help and learn new skills
- That need a confidence boost
MCR Pathways
We know that there is amazing potential and talent in all young people. But for many, due to challenges at home, that talent has yet to be discovered. Life experience has knocked the confidence out of some, firmly locking away those seeds of aspiration and hope. Our volunteer mentors help realise the full potential of their young person and empower them with the confidence they need to build a bright future. We bridge talent with opportunity through relationship focused mentoring.
The only requirement to become a mentor is simply a desire to help a young person. Building a positive relationship is based on non-judgemental listening and encouraging. When one person mentors, two lives are changed.
The Drouthy Laird
Boogie at the Bar – Inverurie is a monthly afternoon disco in Inverurie aimed at older adults or anyone who doesn’t want to go out at night any more. It is Dementia Friendly and inclusive with a positive and supportive welcome.
There is a DJ actively taking requests, a light lunch and a cuppa and biscuit. The bar is open so other drinks can be bought (paid for independently)We typically get around 50 people attending each month, a mixture of independently living older adults and those supported through Very Sheltered Housing or Care Homes.
We promote a fun, relaxed party atmosphere, actively encouraging dancing, song requests and conversation.
As a volunteer with Boogie at the Bar – Inverurie you could be asked to:
• Be on site from 1.15 – 4.30 on the days you are volunteering.
• Meet and greet participants as they arrive through the main pub door or the side door, and if new help them to understand the layout of the room, location of toilets and the Bar.
• Help set up tea/coffee/soup/sandwiches and support staff and older adults to make sure everyone gets what they need. Clear away and help wash cups etc.
• Encourage song requests and support them getting to the DJ.
• Help participants who are less confident to get on to the dance floor.
• Make conversation – not everyone Boogies all the time so be prepared to take some time and have a chat.
What you could get from being a Boogie volunteer
• A great fun afternoon full of smiles, dancing and laughter.
• Access to Dementia awareness training (Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action or Alzheimer Scotland).
• Opportunity to meet older adults living in your community.
• Develop skills around communication.
• Support older adults to remain connected.
• Meet care staff and other professionals working in your community.
• Experience community support and development in action.
• Develop skills and connections that could help with study/job choices in the future.
Shirley's Space
Various roles sought to expand the various projects operated by Shirley's Space.
Marie Curie-Aberdeenshire
We know that little things can make a big difference for people and their families living with a terminal illness – like having someone to chat to over a cup of tea. You will be matched with someone who you’ll visit in their home, go out somewhere with or chat with over the phone.
You can offer your time any day of the week, between 9am and 9pm, so that you can find a time that works for you and the individual that you are supporting.
The type of support our Helper volunteers give often includes:
• Companionship and emotional support
• Practical help
• A break for families and carers
• Information on other support available
•Support after a bereavement.
Marie Curie-Aberdeenshire
We know that little things can make a big difference for people and their families living with a terminal illness – like having someone to chat to over a cup of tea. You will be matched with someone who you’ll visit in their home, go out somewhere with or chat with over the phone.
You can offer your time any day of the week, between 9am and 9pm, so that you can find a time that works for you and the individual that you are supporting.
The type of support our Helper volunteers give often includes:
• Companionship and emotional support
• Practical help
• A break for families and carers
• Information on other support available
•Support after a bereavement.
Ability Net
We are looking for volunteers to provide a timely, effective, free and impartial advice and assistance on a one-off or short term basis, to disabled or older people to resolve their computer related issues in their home and/or remotely. This role requires you to advise on hardware and software, including upgrades, installing new software packages, initial set up of equipment and resolving any client issues. If you think you would be suitable for this role, please contact Chris Grant on 07388 431444.
Ability Net
We are looking for volunteers to provide a timely, effective, free and impartial advice and assistance on a one-off or short term basis, to disabled or older people to resolve their computer related issues in their home and/or remotely. This role requires you to advise on hardware and software, including upgrades, installing new software packages, initial set up of equipment and resolving any client issues. If you think you would be suitable for this role, please contact Chris Grant on 07388 431444.
Ability Net
We are looking for volunteers to provide a timely, effective, free and impartial advice and assistance on a one-off or short term basis, to disabled or older people to resolve their computer related issues in their home and/or remotely. This role requires you to advise on hardware and software, including upgrades, installing new software packages, initial set up of equipment and resolving any client issues. If you think you would be suitable for this role, please contact Chris Grant on 07388 431444.
Aberdeenshire Council Day Care Services
Weekly shopping - access to transport would be useful
Outside duties - willingness to get hands on with odd jobs
Drop in chats/activities - if you have a smile and want to share it with others, why not give it a try?
Full support from staff members given.
Orphan Shop Fraserburgh
Trustworthy individual/s required to help with all aspects of the shop.
Cancer Research UK (Peterhead)
Required to assist with various duties within a busy charity shop.
From preparing the goods received to arranging the display of items, artistically. Youngsters under the age of 18, will be encouraged to join a volunteer recognition scheme and must adhere to the safeguarding policy.
Garioch Community Kitchen
Can you encourage children of primary school age upwards to learn as much as
possible and be confident in the kitchen whilst promoting healthy eating. Volunteer required to support the class facilitator (No experience required and training will be provided).
1) Assist the class facilitator with preparations prior to class starting.
2) Monitor, assist and support the children with their cooking, as required.
3) Help the children to pack their cooked goods to take home.
4) Assist the children in tidying up and helping the class facilitator to clean and
pack everything away.
5) As this involves regulated work a PVG Disclosure is required
In this volunteer role you'll have the opportunity to develop the following skills:
- Communication
- Interpersonal
- Cooking skills
Cromar Future Group
Cromar Future Group are looking for adult helpers to help supervise the after school clubs. An interest in science or technology would be great but not essential. Clubs run after school 3.30 -5 pm in Tarland and Towie Young Scientists club
Scottish SPCA
We are looking for a number of committed, caring volunteers with a passion for wildlife welfare to help us uplift wildlife casualties from members of the public and Scottish SPCA staff and transport them to our Aberdeen Animal Rescue & Rehoming Centre at Drumoak, Banchory. You will provide a safe and caring environment for the animals and maximise their comfort in the Satellite Wildlife Station.
Duties will include collecting birds, rabbits, hedgehogs and small mammals, and safely and lawfully transporting the animals from point of collection to our nearest SSPCA facility, veterinary facility or Inspector/ Animal Welfare Officer as appropriate.
You will attend to the welfare needs of the wildlife, including food preparation and diligently maintain and monitor animal records.
To undertake this role, we require you to have unrestricted access to your own vehicle, a full, clean UK driving licence and, once in post, we would ask that you ensure your Car Insurance Policy covers you for business purposes (any cost involved will be reimbursed)
We also require that you have unrestricted access to a smart phone capable of downloading and running the App that we will use to communicate with you.
RDA Deeside
Looking for volunteers to help at riding school for Fun RDA sessions which run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. No experience necessary just lots of enthusiasm
Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (North Aberdeenshire)
Adult Leaders should be aged eighteen years or over. They will assist with the running of weekly PSYV group meetings and be involved with local community based projects and charities. Adult Leaders will also have the opportunity to be involved in attending local and national major events as part of the PSYV.
There will be a group meeting every week for two hours in an evening and all Youth Volunteers will be expected to volunteer at least three hours a month supporting local projects. Adult Leaders will be required to assist with this.
There will be a flexible approach taken to the number of hours an Adult leader can commit and this can be discussed with the Group Coordinator.
All Adult Leaders will require a PVG check and vetting any costs associated with this will be met by Police Scotland. Full training and support will be provided.
For more specific information contact the PSYV Fraserburgh group Coordinator for an informal discussion.
You can find out a bit more about the PSYV by visiting our Facebook page at; www.facebook.com/PSYVPoliceScotland or following us on Twitter @PolScotYouth www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-scotland-youth-volunteers
Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (North Aberdeenshire)
Adult Leaders should be aged eighteen years or over. They will assist with the running of weekly PSYV group meetings and be involved with local community based projects and charities. Adult Leaders will also have the opportunity to be involved in attending local and national major events as part of the PSYV.
There will be a group meeting every week for two hours in an evening and all Youth Volunteers will be expected to volunteer at least three hours a month supporting local projects. Adult Leaders will be required to assist with this.
There will be a flexible approach taken to the number of hours an Adult leader can commit and this can be discussed with the Group Coordinator.
All Adult Leaders will require a PVG check and vetting any costs associated with this will be met by Police Scotland. Full training and support will be provided.
For more specific information contact the PSYV Fraserburgh group Coordinator for an informal discussion.
You can find out a bit more about the PSYV by visiting our Facebook page at; www.facebook.com/PSYVPoliceScotland or following us on Twitter @PolScotYouth www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-scotland-youth-volunteers
Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (North Aberdeenshire)
Adult Leaders should be aged eighteen years or over. They will assist with the running of weekly PSYV group meetings and be involved with local community based projects and charities. Adult Leaders will also have the opportunity to be involved in attending local and national major events as part of the PSYV.
There will be a group meeting every week for two hours in an evening and all Youth Volunteers will be expected to volunteer at least three hours a month supporting local projects. Adult Leaders will be required to assist with this.
There will be a flexible approach taken to the number of hours an Adult leader can commit and this can be discussed with the Group Coordinator.
All Adult Leaders will require a PVG check and vetting any costs associated with this will be met by Police Scotland. Full training and support will be provided.
For more specific information contact the PSYV Fraserburgh group Coordinator for an informal discussion.
You can find out a bit more about the PSYV by visiting our Facebook page at; www.facebook.com/PSYVPoliceScotland or following us on Twitter @PolScotYouth www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-scotland-youth-volunteers
Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (North Aberdeenshire)
Adult Leaders should be aged eighteen years or over. They will assist with the running of weekly PSYV group meetings and be involved with local community based projects and charities. Adult Leaders will also have the opportunity to be involved in attending local and national major events as part of the PSYV.
There will be a group meeting every week for two hours in an evening and all Youth Volunteers will be expected to volunteer at least three hours a month supporting local projects. Adult Leaders will be required to assist with this.
There will be a flexible approach taken to the number of hours an Adult leader can commit and this can be discussed with the Group Coordinator.
All Adult Leaders will require a PVG check and vetting any costs associated with this will be met by Police Scotland. Full training and support will be provided.
For more specific information contact the PSYV Fraserburgh group Coordinator for an informal discussion.
You can find out a bit more about the PSYV by visiting our Facebook page at; www.facebook.com/PSYVPoliceScotland or following us on Twitter @PolScotYouth www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-scotland-youth-volunteers
Aberdeenshire North Foodbank
Once the full Covid related restrictions have been fully lifted and once our Fraserburgh store is fully operational. Roles within the Food bank may include; help recruit volunteers, co-ordination of the volunteer team, monitor stock levels at the centre, plus other more general Food bank duties. Ideal for both someone looking for a challenge or to someone looking for a regular volunteering role.
Homestart Deeside Alford and Strathdon
Home-Start are looking for a volunteer to help with filling out funding applications
Volunteering opportunities advertised
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>About Bud
Bud is Poppyscotland’s brand new vehicle for exploration and learning, a truck that transforms into a mobile community space, comprising a mini poppy factory, micro-museum and with interactive learning opportunities.
Bud is an interactive experience that encourages visitors to create their personal remembrance journey through exploring the exhibits. It is helping us keep remembrance relevant all year round.
>About the opportunity:
As a Bud Veteran Volunteer, you will support the delivery of the Bud project when Bud is in your area. This could see you supporting in one of the key tasks below:
-Carrying out talks to groups (schools, girl guides, brownies, cubs, cadets etc.) members of the public and community organisations who are visiting Bud, or who you are visiting
-Actively engage with small groups of visitors, answering questions about Bud and remembrance
-Taking part in group discussions about the challenges – both positive and negative - faced by the Armed Forces community
-To be flexible in the performance of the post and undertake duties requested by the Bud Team
-Encourage people to complete the on-board evaluation at end of visit
-Inform people of volunteering opportunities available through Bud project
-Support the staff team in set up and take down at visits and events. Support staff in the delivery of activities with schools, groups and public visitors
>Benefits for you:
-Carrying out a range of interesting and rewarding duties
-Having access to appropriate training for the role
-You will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of new people
-Building on your existing skills and developing new ones
-Being part of a friendly, committed team
-Attending local events
A fantastic opportunity to help PoppyScotland and be part of the exciting Bud Project. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Sandra Comrie, Bud Volunteer Support Coordinator at E Mail: s.comrie@poppyscotland.org.uk or tel. 07808261076.
Last updated 12 hours ago
CHAS is a Scottish charity that provides hospice services for children and young people with life-shortening conditions. We also run a homecare service called CHAS at Home helping families in their own homes across Scotland when they need it most. There are so many ways to get involved and help CHAS! You can see our current opportunities in Aberdeen listed at https://www.chas.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities?region=aberdeen-city
Excellent support and training is provided to all volunteers and all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. Ways you can help in Aberdeen include:
1. High Profile Events Support: The High Profile Events Team at CHAS hold five events each year, which collectively raise around £450k for the charity. We are looking for someone who would be happy to research events and prizes and then make those approaches.
2. CHAS at Home Nursing Support Volunteer (North East and Moray): Nursing Support Volunteers support the CHAS at Home Nursing Team to provide care and support to babies, children young people and their families in their own homes.
3. Collections Volunteers: CHAS collections volunteers attend bucket shakes and supermarket bag packs in a range of businesses and town centres across Scotland.
4. Fundraising Group Leads: Fundraising groups are the face of CHAS in the community, raising money and the profile of the charity. Groups deliver fundraising events to raise vital funds to support children with a life-shortening condition across Scotland.
5. Fundraising Group Members: Fundraising groups are the local face of CHAS in the community. We are looking for volunteers to join our fundraising groups across Scotland. The groups plan and deliver events and activities in the local community to raise vital funds for CHAS.
6. Schools Ambassadors: CHAS Schools Ambassadors are inspiring young people that promote the charity within their school, to peers and teachers and to the wider community.
7. Research Volunteers: The main aim of this role is to gather information to provide teams across CHAS with insight, allowing us to help every child in Scotland to have access to palliative care where and when they need it.
*For further details and to register your interest/apply for any of the roles please visit https://www.chas.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities?region=aberdeen-city
**If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions about volunteering for CHAS please call us on 0141 779 6195 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or email volunteering@chas.org.uk
Last updated 12 hours ago
>About Bud
Bud is Poppyscotland’s brand new vehicle for exploration and learning, a truck that transforms into a mobile community space, comprising a mini poppy factory, micro-museum and with interactive learning opportunities.
Bud is an interactive experience that encourages visitors to create their personal remembrance journey through exploring the exhibits. It is helping us keep remembrance relevant all year round.
>About the opportunity:
As a Bud Heritage Volunteer, you will support the delivery of the Bud project when Bud is in your area. This could see you supporting in one of the key tasks below:
-Welcome members of the public and groups (schools, girl guides, brownies, cubs, cadets etc.) visiting Bud on their arrival
-To deliver activities both indoor and outdoor as planned by the Bud team
-To assist with evaluation of Bud by encouraging feedback and collecting data
-To be flexible in the performance of the post and undertake duties requested by the Bud team
-Support the staff team in set up and take down at visits and events. Support staff in the delivery of activities with schools, groups and public visitors
>Benefits for you:
-Having access to appropriate training for the role
-You will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of new people
-Building on your existing skills and developing new ones
-Being part of a friendly, committed team
-Attending local events
A fantastic opportunity to help PoppyScotland and be part of the exciting Bud Project. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Sandra Comrie, Bud Volunteer Support Coordinator at E Mail: s.comrie@poppyscotland.org.uk or tel. 07808261076.
Last updated 12 hours ago
>Who we are:
The African Council is an independent voluntary organisation with a mission to promote the social and economic welfare of African People.
We celebrate the best in African culture(s), history and values. We promote the attainment of education and life skills especially among Africans. We also advance active citizenship among Africans through engagement in civic and political process, institutions and leadership.
>Some of our projects:
1. Employment/Enterprise coaching events
• The event seeks to provide coaching and empowerment for Africans through education, guidance and support, to increase Africans involvement in employment, enterprise and entrepreneurship opportunities.
2. Civic and Political structures coaching events
• The event seeks to provide coaching that encourages and provides guidance to Africans, to increase involvement and participation of Africans in civic and political life in Scotland,
3. Engagement events
• Our engagement events seek to understand the challenges and barriers that Africans face in participating in all areas of Scottish life and ways to mitigate these challenges.
>Volunteering Opportunities:
Volunteers are vital for delivering the African Council's projects and services. We are looking for volunteers to join our team and we currently have volunteering opportunities available in the following areas:
1. Website Support
2. Corporate Communications
3. Social Media Management
4. Legal
5. Digital marketing and advertising
6. Event planning, support and management
7. Research
8. Administration
9. Help desk
>Benefits of volunteering with the African Council include:
1. Opportunities to learn new skills
2. Employability training
3. Meet new people
4. Networking opportunities
5. Flexible working times
6. Develop your skills and talent and turn it to something employers will be excited about
7. Boost your CV with relevant work experience\n8. Fun hangouts, as well as,
9. Satisfaction of being a part of team that will make a significant difference in Scotland
Fantastic opportunities to help at a very exciting time in the development of the African Council. All help is greatly appreciated.
For more information please contact Ca-ananay Maduka, Volunteer Coordinator at E Mail: info@africancouncil.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 579218.
Last updated 12 hours ago
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Home-based volunteering, One-off volunteering
Last is a social enterprise based in Glasgow that aims to support people to reduce their plastic waste. We do this by providing advice and selling products that help people do this. Our profits will be used to develop educational programmes focussed on the environment.
You will work closely with the Directors to collate and create valuable market insights that will inform the Business Plan and Financial Forecasting model for the company. These will be used to help us better understand the market and our competitors and persuade prospective funders to provide financial support to Make it Last.
Specific tasks include:
• Collect data on consumers, competitors and the marketplace and consolidate this information into actionable items, reports and presentations
• Understand business objectives and design surveys to discover prospective customers’ preferences
• Compile and analyse statistical data using modern and traditional methods to collect it
• Perform valid and reliable market research SWOT analysis
• Interpret data, formulate reports and make recommendations
• Use online market research and catalogue findings
• Provide competitive analysis on various companies’ market offerings, identify market trends, pricing/business models, sales and methods of operation
The work generated by the post will directly inform the future development of this business and as such will provide valuable experience and examples for use in CVs and job interviews.
All work will be undertaken remotely, as the business does not currently have office premises.
You will require access to a laptop and a good internet connection.
Last updated a day ago
Wellbeing Scotland is a voluntary organisation with services across Scotland. We provide a wide range of holistic services for individuals and families whose life experiences have impacted negatively on their wellbeing. Since 1994 we have offered client centred, holistic, trauma informed therapeutic services and have specialised in abuse and trauma work. We work with both children and adults.
Due to the Covid 19 crisis our services have never been more needed, and we are currently in urgent need of Volunteer Befrienders in all areas.
Do you or anyone you know have a few hours a week to spare to be listening ear to someone who is currently needing a friendly chat? At this time, our befrienders will work remotely by telephone or video calling. No experience necessary(although being a good listener would be an advantage) as training will be provided to help you with this role, and you will be appointed a supervisor for ongoing support. All equipment will also be provided and expenses for out of pocket costs will be reimbursed.
Please contact Lorna on 07806444390 or Lorna@wellbeingscotland.org for further info or to request an application pack.
Last updated 5 days ago
We use our website to help the charity to promote our cause and show the various things we do to raise funds, it also shows the stories of the dogs and cats at the shelter which currently stands at 400 dogs and 100 cats.
All monies raised by Friends of Bianca go to fund food, veterinary help and anything else required by the shelter by attending fetes, holding a charity shop once a year, being godparent to one of the dogs or cats at the shelter.
We are looking for someone with website experience to update on a monthly basis at anytime convenient to yourself.
You can work from your own computer and this is a very worthwhile voluntary position to help these badly neglected animals.
If you are interested please contact me (Linda Allan, CEO Trustee) on email info@friendsofbianca.org and I will get back to you straight away.
Last updated 6 days ago
*Who We Are:
UKFCP Third Party Support Centre is established in March 2020 for the fight against Coronavirus COVID-19. We aim to ensure a safer community for Chinese people with great passion and dedication. We are now at the very CRUCIAL stage and we are looking for talents who could provide help for our community in your area and willing to address issues for the people in need.
Be part of us! https://www.ukfcp.com/ukfcp-support-centre
*How to Apply Your Talents:
- Get more exposure for Support Centre and promote 30 Community Projects.
- Generate digital content to raise general public awareness of our support centre work and engage our stakeholders we work with – from clients to volunteers and local organisations
- Liaise with local media (UK and Europe) and communities to promote Support Centre services and cover more stories
- Develop and manage social media to reach more audiences, help them become more accessible to our services and attract more potential professionals and volunteers
*Benefits:
- Volunteerfrom home, with an energetic and creative team
- Networking with Chinese professionals in the UK
A fantastic opportunity to help with all volunteer assistance greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Josephine Hua, Admin Assistant at email supportcentre@ukfcp.com or tel.: 07497348182.
Last updated 7 days ago
WaterAid enables the world's poorest people to gain access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education. These basic human rights underpin health, education and livelihoods and form the first, essential step in overcoming poverty.
We work with local partners who understand local issues and we provide them with skills and support. This empowers them and local communities to set up and manage practical and sustainable projects that meet communities real needs. We also campaign locally and internationally, to change policies and practice, and to ensure water and sanitation's vital role in reducing poverty is recognised.
During the current COVID 19 pandemic and for the foreseeable future there will be no face-to-face WaterAid talks. Applicants will be asked to complete the Volunteer Speakers ONLINE training course and will stay at home and comply with COVID19 containment requirements until the crisis is over.
However, during the crisis many schools are arranging activities for their students via Microsoft Teams, Skype and other applications to complement students’ home-schooling during COVID19. Our Speaker Network has made our PowerPoint presentations available for teachers to download. If applicants know how to use Microsoft Teams or Skype with slides and would like to deliver webinars to schools and organisations, they should let us know when they apply. Training and excellent support is provided to all volunteers.
*People can express interest to volunteer at https://www.wateraid.org/uk/get-involved/volunteering/volunteer-as-a-wateraid-speaker after which they will be sent an application form to complete.
*If you have any questions or for more details please email Speakers@wateraid.org .
Last updated 7 days ago
*Who We Are:
UKFCP Third Party Support Centre is established in March 2020 for the fight against Coronavirus COVID-19. We aim to ensure a safer community for Chinese people with great passion and dedication. We are now at the very CRUCIAL stage and we are looking for talents who could provide help for our community in your area and willing to address issues for the people in need.
Be part of us! https://www.ukfcp.com/ukfcp-support-centre
*How to Apply Your Talents:
- Provide general assistance to our national virtual Support Centre
- Make notes on call log sheet and report form when receiving calls and emails
- Be able to respond in caring manner, particularly talking with elderly or potential victims or witnesses who report hate incidents / crime
- Redirect clients to relevant organisation for specific problems
- Keep Centre Manager informed of any serious/ high level cases in a timely manner
- Provide English-Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) interpretation
*Benefits:
- Volunteer from home, with an energetic, caring and creative team
- A chance to safeguard local communities who have built the environment we enjoy living in
- Learn more about Chinese community in the UK
A fantastic opportunity to help with all volunteer assistance greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Josephine Hua, Admin Assistant at email supportcentre@ukfcp.com or tel.: 07497348182.
Last updated 7 days ago
