1st Aboyne Cubs are seeking two new leaders. Cubs meet on a Thursday evening 6.30-8pm and we need new leaders to ensure the fun can continue. After your initial training (not onerous at all), the time commitment is our weekly hour and a half long meetings on a Thursday night and planning for the termly programme. We have capacity for 24 Cubs aged 8-10.5 years and we’d love for the group to continue. You would be joining the existing section leader so structure and support is already there. Any queries can be sent to aboynecubscouts@outlook.com.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly A further six schools will soon be joining the programme, including Banchory Academy, Mearns Academy, Mintlaw Academy, Portlethen Academy and Turriff Academy. The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly A further six schools will soon be joining the programme, including Banchory Academy, Mearns Academy, Mintlaw Academy, Portlethen Academy and Turriff Academy. The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly A further six schools will soon be joining the programme, including Banchory Academy, Mearns Academy, Mintlaw Academy, Portlethen Academy and Turriff Academy. The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly A further six schools will soon be joining the programme, including Banchory Academy, Mearns Academy, Mintlaw Academy, Portlethen Academy and Turriff Academy. The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

Be the key contact for fundraising in your local community to raise money from a variety of activities such as collections, social events and Tea Parties. • Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area • Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy • Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs • Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers • Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area • Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed. • Ensuring income raised from events is banked in a timely manner. • Ensuring that any information provided by Guide Dogs is cascaded to relevant supporters or volunteers.

Be the key contact for fundraising in your local community to raise money from a variety of activities such as collections, social events and Tea Parties. • Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area • Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy • Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs • Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers • Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area • Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed. • Ensuring income raised from events is banked in a timely manner. • Ensuring that any information provided by Guide Dogs is cascaded to relevant supporters or volunteers.

We are Guide Dogs and we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. We don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for people and families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well What does the role involve? The Merchandise Coordinator role requires looking after Guide Dogs merchandise stock for your fundraising group and organising stock to take to events to sell and help raise important funds so we can continue our life changing work! Key responsibilities- • Letting your fundraising group know about new stock items • Keeping an eye on stock levels, ordering all trading goods for the group and getting things ready to sell at events • Receive, check and price goods • With your group Treasurer volunteer, banking money raised through the sale of trading items using the trading paying in book • Organising the storage of goods, this may include storing at your house or at other branch members’ homes • Where required keep local shops supplied with goods and code as appropriate • In January carry out a complete stock take This role would be ideal for someone who is organsied and reliable but no prior experience is required for the role so first time volunteers are welcomed! Full training and support is provided for all of our volunteering roles.

MAIN TASKS 1. Acting as the principal contact for member clubs and other organisations. 2. Liaising with the Chair on the agenda for meetings and circulating these to members and associated bodies, drafting minutes of all meetings and circulating these as required. 3. Maintaining an up to date record of members of the Hub.

MAIN TASKS 1. Ensuring meetings are held on a regular basis and not less than on the timescales contained in the Hub’s constitution and chairing these meetings. Agreeing the agenda for meetings in consultation with office bearers and liaising with the secretary to ensure these are circulated in good time. Ensuring decisions taken at general meetings and committee meetings are acted upon timeously. 2. The overall co-ordination of the Hub’s activities and taking the lead in identifying strategic priorities for the committee’s consideration. 3. Liaising with local organisations and statutory bodies on matters affecting the Hub and on taking forward initiatives agreed at meetings.

Our food banks provide three-day emergency food parcels for people in crisis, working in partnership with organisations across the community.  We are committed to ensuring anybody visiting a food bank is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity.  Volunteers take time to share a warm drink, discuss food requirements, offer a listening ear and, when appropriate, signpost people for further support and help. As a Food bank centre helper you will play a vital role giving direct support to people who use food banks, meeting and greeting people coming into the food bank, packing their food parcels, making them feel comfortable and providing further signposting support where appropriate. In this role you can make a real difference to people’s lives providing vital help and support to those in crisis in your local community. Key task • Welcome clients to the foodbank 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 • Offer prayer to clients, when appropriate (if a volunteer is happy to do so) • Work under the guidance of the session leader and report any health & safety or safeguarding concerns to the project manager/session supervisor

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

A Home-Start Kincardine volunteer offers regular support, friendship and practical help to families with young children who are experiencing Difficulties, in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis or breakdown. This work requires a high level of commitment and reliability and will be supported by a Home-Start Coordinator. All our volunteers are parents, or have parenting experience. Home-Start volunteers work towards increasing the confidence & independence of a family by: 1. Offering support, friendship and practical help. 2. Visiting families in their own homes, community locations or virtually. 3. Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual. 4. Emphasising the pleasure of family life. 5. Developing a relationship with the family. 6. Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well being for the ultimate benefit of their own children. 7. Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use the support and services available in their community. 8. To retain and respect the family’s dignity and identity. All Home-Start Kincardine volunteers must be able to: 1. Undergo a criminal record check. 2. Attend an initial training course. 3. Attend regular supervision, support and additional training days.

Pillar Kincardine is a local Mental Health charity whose mission is to improve the lives of adults living in Kincardine and Mearns seeking help to cope with emotional, social or mental health challenges. We’re looking for a proactive individual with fundraising/grant application skills to sit on the Board of Trustees and ensure the organisation has appropriate fundraising/grant controls and strategies in place to sustain its future development. Duties of the Fundraising Trustee include: • Development and implementation of the organisation’s funding strategy • Income generation and event planning - supporting the organisation to identify fundraising opportunities. • Identify potential funding streams and assist in applications for additional funding through grants, bursaries, and charitable donations. • Contributing to strategic development of the organisation • Raising the profile of Pillar Kincardine as valuable community resource Ideal volunteer will be passionate about ensuring Pillar’s continued capacity to provide locally accessible services for people living with long term mental health conditions. Pillar Kincardine offers a needs led service furnishing individuals with the range of skills and opportunities they need to self-manage their mental health and establish meaningful community connections through a variety of professionally designed and facilitated community groups and projects. Interest in the challenges facing people living with long term mental health conditions. Meetings held in Stonehaven approximately 6 weekly for a couple of hours Support Good support/training provided to all volunteers. All help greatly appreciated. For more information or to request an application form please contact: Gillian Grochla (Service Manager) on 01569 767 222 or email gillian.grochla@pillarkincardine.org.

Are you an experienced Level 2 swim coach looking for a new challenge? Or are you an experienced Level 1 swim coach looking for an opportunity to develop and complete Level 2 training? Upper Deeside ASC is a small and friendly swimming club based in Aboyne Pool. They are very much a local club with strong links to the local community and wider area. They are an inclusive club with 35 swimmers in all squads from our junior Bronze right up to the Platinum squad. The club also has a dedicated Master and Junior Master squad. If you think you have the vision and drive to take the club forward, please get in touch. All training/course fees will be covered by the club, for the right candidate. You will be supported by 5 other dedicated coaches and a fantastic committee. A full and supportive handover will be given, aiming to complete the handover by the end of 2021. Please get in touch with Helen Hasnip, Chair UDASC, at helen_hasnip@yahoo.co.uk.

Here at Fly Cup we support adults with learning disabilities and enable them to train and gain employment in the hospitality and catering sector. It's a really exciting time to join Fly Cup and we are looking for someone with some time to offer to come in and assist in our bakery. A passion for baking is a must!

Volunteers are vital to our work in promoting sustainable living and reducing waste. As our electrical tester you will support Magpie with carrying out initial checks and ensuring that electrical items are in good order and are safe and suitable for sale. Tasks: • Checking appliances are working correctly and meet PAT test safe standard • Accurately recording and labelling tested appliances • Cleaning and presenting appliances to a high standard.

Mearns FM is continually on the look out for some fresh new voluntary talent. . What do you get? Some real hands on experience of working in a professional environment. You’ll see every aspect of how a radio station is operated. We’ll also help you get a foot into the industry, and you’ll get the opportunity to be a part of a hardworking and committed team of volunteers. Further permanent or temporary studios could be established anywhere in K & M with internet access if volunteers in that location wish to organise one. No previous Broadcasting experience is required and training is provided. We transmit programmes made by other community organisations. They must however meet Ofcom guidelines.

We are looking for ayone with an interest in enhancing the lives of the people we support to get in touch as although we are a social care company we are seeking both individuals interested in social care and also other individuals who have some other skill set and would like to use this within our services. This could be from playing musical instruments to gardening or taking service users into the community. During this time of covid-19 the main task may include going for service users shopping and delivering it to them or by going to get their prescriptions.

We are looking for ayone with an interest in enhancing the lives of the people we support to get in touch as although we are a social care company we are seeking both individuals interested in social care and also other individuals who have some other skill set and would like to use this within our services. This could be from playing musical instruments to gardening or taking service users into the community. During this time of covid-19 the main task may include going for service users shopping and delivering it to them or by going to get their prescriptions.

We are looking for ayone with an interest in enhancing the lives of the people we support to get in touch as although we are a social care company we are seeking both individuals interested in social care and also other individuals who have some other skill set and would like to use this within our services. This could be from playing musical instruments to gardening or taking service users into the community. During this time of covid-19 the main task may include going for service users shopping and delivering it to them or by going to get their prescriptions.

We are looking for ayone with an interest in enhancing the lives of the people we support to get in touch as although we are a social care company we are seeking both individuals interested in social care and also other individuals who have some other skill set and would like to use this within our services. This could be from playing musical instruments to gardening or taking service users into the community. During this time of covid-19 the main task may include going for service users shopping and delivering it to them or by going to get their prescriptions.

We are looking for ayone with an interest in enhancing the lives of the people we support to get in touch as although we are a social care company we are seeking both individuals interested in social care and also other individuals who have some other skill set and would like to use this within our services. This could be from playing musical instruments to gardening or taking service users into the community. During this time of covid-19 the main task may include going for service users shopping and delivering it to them or by going to get their prescriptions.

*NHS Grampian and Royal Voluntary Service and working in partnership to provide a friendly and safe transport service for discharged patients.* -Do you enjoy driving and meeting new people? We are looking for friendly volunteer drivers for the Patient Discharge Transport service based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This is a response service where you will be on a rota based on site at ARI to take patients safely home. Home can be anywhere in the Grampian area. • Volunteers use their own vehicle to drive patient’s safely home. • Uniform and full training provided. • Mileage will be reimbursed. • Service operates Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. • Minimum commitment: one shift per week (2 hours per shift). A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real, positive difference for NHS and voluntary services in Aberdeen. For further details please contact Garry Donald, RVS Transport Coordinator at E Mail: grampiansupport@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or Tel: 01224 937110

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Assist LIA (LGBT+ Inclusion Advisor) in supporting LGBT+ young people across Aberdeenshire, through group and 1-2-1 work. Improving and maintaining mental, emotional, physical and sexual health of young people across the region. Engage with local GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) groups, support activities and develop local events. Deliver LGBT+ Awareness Training to School faculty and others as requested. Promote a zero-tolerance attitude to homophobia, transphobia and other discriminations.

Joining the Trust is free, members are asked to help elect the management committee, reviewing the work of the Trust and attending the Annual General Meeting. After these commitments you can get involved with as many of the our projects as you want to. You can also volunteer for our projects without joining the Trust. We are looking for help with: Organising our meetings (every 2 months), funding raising, funding applications, administrating the Trust identifying community projects and liaising with our partners (other community groups, the aberdeenshire Council and funders). Trust volunteers are also involved in: Balmedie sensory garden. Improving the path through the Magnificent 7 woods in Balmedie.

Mearns FM is continually on the look out for some fresh new voluntary talent. We are looking for someone with skills, knowledge and experience to provide technical support for radio transmission. What do you get? Some real hands on experience of working in a professional environment. You’ll see every aspect of how a radio station is operated. We’ll also help you get a foot into the industry, and you’ll get the opportunity to be a part of a hardworking and committed team of volunteers. Further permanent or temporary studios could be established anywhere in K & M with internet access if volunteers in that location wish to organise one. No previous Broadcasting experience is required and training is provided. We transmit programmes made by other community organisations. They must however meet Ofcom guidelines.

The Bellman SCIO is Stonehaven's volunteer-run local news website. We would be delighted to hear from anyone who could help provide content for the site - stories, videos or photographs about Stonehaven life. Help with marketing and contacting local groups to develop range of contributions would be useful. And if there is a website developer with time to spare, this would be invaluable.

With our volunteer projects we hope to create workshops designed to support children with mental health and wellbeing. These include but not limited to: Teen retreats, Teen study groups, Fundraising events, Yoga sessions, Workshops promoting Mental Health and wellbeing. We aim to create a Blog and Podcast that is accessible to anyone through our website, this will be designed by teens for teens. We are pathing the way for the next generation to get rid of the stigma that goes with mental health. We are teaching and training children and young people, giving them tools to support all their emotions and changes life brings. Our Values • Volunteering contributes to the vitality and capacity building of the community. • Volunteers and the professionals that support them are an integral component of the voluntary sector. • Honesty, integrity and fiscal responsibility are demonstrated in all areas of our work. • Diversity of community stakeholders are respected through the model of Cultural Competence and is reflected in policies and service delivery. • We believe sharing of experience and knowledge is the cornerstone of community and leadership development.

Volunteers are encouraged to work in the gardens on Wednesdays and the last Saturday of the month (every Saturday from April 2020). Volunteering is coordinated by a designated board member, but volunteers work in the gardens under the direction of the gardener and/or the designated Board member on day-to-day gardening or manual labour tasks. In 2019, garden volunteers contributed almost 2000 hours, which is nearly equivalent to a full-time employee. As the gardens and woodlands are developed, it is anticipated that even more volunteer time will be required to maintain and develop the Gardens. To become one of our volunteers please email info@elloncastlegardens.net to register your interest or complete the VOLUNTEER FORM on the website. You can also follow us on our Facebook page for regular updates on the project.

Saturday & Sunday - To supervise & chat to general public who visit the farm. Public are allowed to access into the goat paddock so staff can play and show public how friendly the goats are. Mon-Fri hlep required with paddock maintenance, providing fresh water, brush animals, clean hutches. Contact with additional needs of all ages & children's holidays clubs so PVG will be required.

MAIN TASKS 1. Ensuring all income and expenditure are accounted for properly including oversight of the Hub’s bank account and submitting up to date income and expenditure statements to the committee each quarter. 2. Submitting a report to each Annual General Meeting which comments on the Hub’s overall financial position, how this is likely to affect planned activities and the financial implications of activities undertaken by the Hub committee. 3. Disburse funds agreed by general and committee meetings. 4. Pay any invoices submitted to the Hub. 5. Prepare an annual financial statement for submission to an auditor and present the findings to the committee prior to the Annual General Meeting. 6. Monitor the Hub’s resources and report any issues timeously to the committee

Volunteers are vital to our work in promoting sustainable living and reducing waste. As one of our delivery volunteers you will support Magpie with deliveries of furniture to customers and the collection of donations by volunteering alongside our van driver. Tasks: • Loading and unloading of deliveries, this can include large furniture and electrical items. • Assist with house clearances. • Assist with vehicle checks / cleaning. • Maintain warm and friendly customer service.

During COVID-19, we have adapted the transport service to provide support to help older people attend healthcare appointments, including GP appointments, hospital clinics, chiropody and dental appointments. Volunteers will be given PPE, guidance and ongoing support in this role.

During COVID-19, we have adapted the transport service to provide support to help older people attend healthcare appointments, including GP appointments, hospital clinics, chiropody and dental appointments. Volunteers will be given PPE, guidance and ongoing support in this role.

During COVID-19, we have adapted the transport service to provide support to help older people attend healthcare appointments, including GP appointments, hospital clinics, chiropody and dental appointments. Volunteers will be given PPE, guidance and ongoing support in this role.

During COVID-19, we have adapted the transport service to provide support to help older people attend healthcare appointments, including GP appointments, hospital clinics, chiropody and dental appointments. Volunteers will be given PPE, guidance and ongoing support in this role.

During COVID-19, we have adapted the transport service to provide support to help older people attend healthcare appointments, including GP appointments, hospital clinics, chiropody and dental appointments. Volunteers will be given PPE, guidance and ongoing support in this role.

Are you a good listener? Are you experienced in minute taking? Do you have good basic IT skills? Then come and join our small friendly team at Advocacy North East. We are a charity based in Aberdeenshire that helps vulnerable adults who are struggling to have their voice heard in matters relating to their health and social care. We are looking for someone to attend our in house meetings (either remotely or in person) and to produce a typed minute. Meetings are regularly scheduled and the time commitment in total would be approximately 6 hours per month. If you would like to know more please get in touch by e-mailing admin@advocacyne.org.uk or phoning us on 01467 651604. We look forward to hearing from you!

Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale! Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s. You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability. Why we want you: Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. What you will be doing: Work on the till processing sales and returns Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing Create stylish window displays Replenish stock on the shop floor Stock-take and other administrative tasks The skills you need: Friendly and helpful Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks What's in it for you: Have fun and meet new people Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer Other information: Minimum age 14 Shop based Location Unit 4 Garioch Centre, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 4UY, United Kingdom Disclaimer We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk

The Board of Trustees of Balmedie Leisure Centre Incorporating Beachside Coffee shop are looking to recruit new committee members to ensure the Charity can continue to grow and support the community of Balmedie and the surrounding area. We are looking for dedicated individuals to strengthen and support the existing trustees on our Board. We wish to increase the diversity and experience on our Board, so hope to attract applications from a wide range of talented individuals. Whilst all applications will be considered, we are keen to attract people with experience or knowledge in the following areas: PR social media/Marketing – Fundraising - Event planning. We would also like to hear from people currently underrepresented on our board: -People with a disability -People from an ethnic minority

Full Description: : As a food bank warehouse team leader you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the food bank warehouse, supporting volunteers, coordinating activities and being the main point of contact for handling queries for the duration of the session. Key task • Supervise and motivate a team of volunteers • Support the recruitment and induction of new volunteers as required • Oversee and delegate tasks to ensure the smooth running of the food bank warehouse • Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and hygiene policies, reporting any concerns to your Main Contact • Ensure food bank policies and procedures are followed • Create a welcoming, caring and friendly atmosphere for volunteers and people coming to the centre • Lead a volunteer debrief at the end of each session • Attend team leader meetings as required • Regularly report to your Main Contact / Food bank Project Manager

This role will require the volunteer to be enthusiastic about gardening and working with residents and staff in a creative manner. We would like to create a space for residents to enjoy and grow their own vegetables but also look at expanding the garden in more creative ways. Do you think you can help and give something back to the local community? What will I be doing ? To help plant and maintain the gardens, main tasks include: • Planting, Pruning, Sowing Seeds, Weeding, • Edging Borders, Digging, Ground Clearance, Grass Cutting, How will I benefit from the role? The Volunteer Gardener role offers: • Opportunities to learn new gardening skills and gain more gardening experience. • Creating a haven for residents that have learning disabilities. • Opportunities to make new friends. • Satisfaction of helping to maintain the gardens. • Assisting staff and becoming part of care friendly team that help vulnerable people.

This role will require the volunteer to be enthusiastic about gardening and working with residents and staff in a creative manner. We would like to create a space for residents to enjoy and grow their own vegetables but also look at expanding the garden in more creative ways. Do you think you can help and give something back to the local community? What will I be doing ? To help plant and maintain the gardens, main tasks include: • Planting, Pruning, Sowing Seeds, Weeding, • Edging Borders, Digging, Ground Clearance, Grass Cutting, How will I benefit from the role? The Volunteer Gardener role offers: • Opportunities to learn new gardening skills and gain more gardening experience. • Creating a haven for residents that have learning disabilities. • Opportunities to make new friends. • Satisfaction of helping to maintain the gardens. • Assisting staff and becoming part of care friendly team that help vulnerable people.

This role will require the volunteer to be enthusiastic about gardening and working with residents and staff in a creative manner. We would like to create a space for residents to enjoy and grow their own vegetables but also look at expanding the garden in more creative ways. Do you think you can help and give something back to the local community? What will I be doing ? To help plant and maintain the gardens, main tasks include: • Planting, Pruning, Sowing Seeds, Weeding, • Edging Borders, Digging, Ground Clearance, Grass Cutting, How will I benefit from the role? The Volunteer Gardener role offers: • Opportunities to learn new gardening skills and gain more gardening experience. • Creating a haven for residents that have learning disabilities. • Opportunities to make new friends. • Satisfaction of helping to maintain the gardens. • Assisting staff and becoming part of care friendly team that help vulnerable people.

This role will require the volunteer to be enthusiastic about gardening and working with residents and staff in a creative manner. We would like to create a space for residents to enjoy and grow their own vegetables but also look at expanding the garden in more creative ways. Do you think you can help and give something back to the local community? What will I be doing ? To help plant and maintain the gardens, main tasks include: • Planting, Pruning, Sowing Seeds, Weeding, • Edging Borders, Digging, Ground Clearance, Grass Cutting, How will I benefit from the role? The Volunteer Gardener role offers: • Opportunities to learn new gardening skills and gain more gardening experience. • Creating a haven for residents that have learning disabilities. • Opportunities to make new friends. • Satisfaction of helping to maintain the gardens. • Assisting staff and becoming part of care friendly team that help vulnerable people.

This role will require the volunteer to be enthusiastic about gardening and working with residents and staff in a creative manner. We would like to create a space for residents to enjoy and grow their own vegetables but also look at expanding the garden in more creative ways. Do you think you can help and give something back to the local community? What will I be doing ? To help plant and maintain the gardens, main tasks include: • Planting, Pruning, Sowing Seeds, Weeding, • Edging Borders, Digging, Ground Clearance, Grass Cutting, How will I benefit from the role? The Volunteer Gardener role offers: • Opportunities to learn new gardening skills and gain more gardening experience. • Creating a haven for residents that have learning disabilities. • Opportunities to make new friends. • Satisfaction of helping to maintain the gardens. • Assisting staff and becoming part of care friendly team that help vulnerable people.

First Home Care is a health and social care company with services located throughout Scotland. We offer Care at Home to support people within our care to live their lives as full as possible. We are also a part of the Real Life Options family as they have other types of services which include supported living accommodation, day centres and care homes for individuals with disabilities Loneliness at this time is heightened and the current social distancing measures are particularly difficult for some people. With the help of a volunteer to support our business objectives it will ensure that service users have that extra bit of communication with our company. We hope to get the volunteer involved within our social media and recruitment campaign to gain some new ideas about how we can improve our social media presence. In terms of the recruitment aspect we would love volunteers to be able to support in organising job packs and other admin tasks that may come up if the volunteer is happy to assist with them. The best gift you can give someone is your time. Main tasks These will include; providing admins related tasks, working closely with the service manager, providing social media support, providing daily tasks such as preparing job packs and phoning service users/arranging appointments. To help organise events/trips for staff and service users to ensure that the First Home Care are going out their way for their staff and service users. Required skills, qualities and experience. Be able to make time, once or twice a week, to support the business objectives alongside the service manager for up to a period of three months. Must be a Good listener and empathetic ,Honest and reliable ,Friendly and calm. It is a benefit to enjoy making phone calls and be confident speaking to new people as we have a lot of people we speak to on a daily basis within the company such as service users/ staff. Can maintain confidentiality. Good IT skills and admin skills would be beneficial. A knowledge of social media (However not essential). Finally, a happy and positive approach to learning as any volunteer that comes on board will have to learn how our company operates. Where and when will volunteering take place This can be agreed with the service manager in terms of times and days. We aim to be as flexible as possible. Commitment required. For continuity and routine we look for at least 2 hours per week for the benefit of the services and the volunteer the opportunity to build and develop relationships within the company.

First Home Care is a health and social care company with services located throughout Scotland. We offer Care at Home to support people within our care to live their lives as full as possible. We are also a part of the Real Life Options family as they have other types of services which include supported living accommodation, day centres and care homes for individuals with disabilities Loneliness at this time is heightened and the current social distancing measures are particularly difficult for some people. With the help of a volunteer to support our business objectives it will ensure that service users have that extra bit of communication with our company. We hope to get the volunteer involved within our social media and recruitment campaign to gain some new ideas about how we can improve our social media presence. In terms of the recruitment aspect we would love volunteers to be able to support in organising job packs and other admin tasks that may come up if the volunteer is happy to assist with them. The best gift you can give someone is your time. Main tasks These will include; providing admins related tasks, working closely with the service manager, providing social media support, providing daily tasks such as preparing job packs and phoning service users/arranging appointments. To help organise events/trips for staff and service users to ensure that the First Home Care are going out their way for their staff and service users. Required skills, qualities and experience. Be able to make time, once or twice a week, to support the business objectives alongside the service manager for up to a period of three months. Must be a Good listener and empathetic ,Honest and reliable ,Friendly and calm. It is a benefit to enjoy making phone calls and be confident speaking to new people as we have a lot of people we speak to on a daily basis within the company such as service users/ staff. Can maintain confidentiality. Good IT skills and admin skills would be beneficial. A knowledge of social media (However not essential). Finally, a happy and positive approach to learning as any volunteer that comes on board will have to learn how our company operates. Where and when will volunteering take place This can be agreed with the service manager in terms of times and days. We aim to be as flexible as possible. Commitment required. For continuity and routine we look for at least 2 hours per week for the benefit of the services and the volunteer the opportunity to build and develop relationships within the company.

First Home Care is a health and social care company with services located throughout Scotland. We offer Care at Home to support people within our care to live their lives as full as possible. We are also a part of the Real Life Options family as they have other types of services which include supported living accommodation, day centres and care homes for individuals with disabilities Loneliness at this time is heightened and the current social distancing measures are particularly difficult for some people. With the help of a volunteer to support our business objectives it will ensure that service users have that extra bit of communication with our company. We hope to get the volunteer involved within our social media and recruitment campaign to gain some new ideas about how we can improve our social media presence. In terms of the recruitment aspect we would love volunteers to be able to support in organising job packs and other admin tasks that may come up if the volunteer is happy to assist with them. The best gift you can give someone is your time. Main tasks These will include; providing admins related tasks, working closely with the service manager, providing social media support, providing daily tasks such as preparing job packs and phoning service users/arranging appointments. To help organise events/trips for staff and service users to ensure that the First Home Care are going out their way for their staff and service users. Required skills, qualities and experience. Be able to make time, once or twice a week, to support the business objectives alongside the service manager for up to a period of three months. Must be a Good listener and empathetic ,Honest and reliable ,Friendly and calm. It is a benefit to enjoy making phone calls and be confident speaking to new people as we have a lot of people we speak to on a daily basis within the company such as service users/ staff. Can maintain confidentiality. Good IT skills and admin skills would be beneficial. A knowledge of social media (However not essential). Finally, a happy and positive approach to learning as any volunteer that comes on board will have to learn how our company operates. Where and when will volunteering take place This can be agreed with the service manager in terms of times and days. We aim to be as flexible as possible. Commitment required. For continuity and routine we look for at least 2 hours per week for the benefit of the services and the volunteer the opportunity to build and develop relationships within the company.

First Home Care is a health and social care company with services located throughout Scotland. We offer Care at Home to support people within our care to live their lives as full as possible. We are also a part of the Real Life Options family as they have other types of services which include supported living accommodation, day centres and care homes for individuals with disabilities Loneliness at this time is heightened and the current social distancing measures are particularly difficult for some people. With the help of a volunteer to support our business objectives it will ensure that service users have that extra bit of communication with our company. We hope to get the volunteer involved within our social media and recruitment campaign to gain some new ideas about how we can improve our social media presence. In terms of the recruitment aspect we would love volunteers to be able to support in organising job packs and other admin tasks that may come up if the volunteer is happy to assist with them. The best gift you can give someone is your time. Main tasks These will include; providing admins related tasks, working closely with the service manager, providing social media support, providing daily tasks such as preparing job packs and phoning service users/arranging appointments. To help organise events/trips for staff and service users to ensure that the First Home Care are going out their way for their staff and service users. Required skills, qualities and experience. Be able to make time, once or twice a week, to support the business objectives alongside the service manager for up to a period of three months. Must be a Good listener and empathetic ,Honest and reliable ,Friendly and calm. It is a benefit to enjoy making phone calls and be confident speaking to new people as we have a lot of people we speak to on a daily basis within the company such as service users/ staff. Can maintain confidentiality. Good IT skills and admin skills would be beneficial. A knowledge of social media (However not essential). Finally, a happy and positive approach to learning as any volunteer that comes on board will have to learn how our company operates. Where and when will volunteering take place This can be agreed with the service manager in terms of times and days. We aim to be as flexible as possible. Commitment required. For continuity and routine we look for at least 2 hours per week for the benefit of the services and the volunteer the opportunity to build and develop relationships within the company.

First Home Care is a health and social care company with services located throughout Scotland. We offer Care at Home to support people within our care to live their lives as full as possible. We are also a part of the Real Life Options family as they have other types of services which include supported living accommodation, day centres and care homes for individuals with disabilities Loneliness at this time is heightened and the current social distancing measures are particularly difficult for some people. With the help of a volunteer to support our business objectives it will ensure that service users have that extra bit of communication with our company. We hope to get the volunteer involved within our social media and recruitment campaign to gain some new ideas about how we can improve our social media presence. In terms of the recruitment aspect we would love volunteers to be able to support in organising job packs and other admin tasks that may come up if the volunteer is happy to assist with them. The best gift you can give someone is your time. Main tasks These will include; providing admins related tasks, working closely with the service manager, providing social media support, providing daily tasks such as preparing job packs and phoning service users/arranging appointments. To help organise events/trips for staff and service users to ensure that the First Home Care are going out their way for their staff and service users. Required skills, qualities and experience. Be able to make time, once or twice a week, to support the business objectives alongside the service manager for up to a period of three months. Must be a Good listener and empathetic ,Honest and reliable ,Friendly and calm. It is a benefit to enjoy making phone calls and be confident speaking to new people as we have a lot of people we speak to on a daily basis within the company such as service users/ staff. Can maintain confidentiality. Good IT skills and admin skills would be beneficial. A knowledge of social media (However not essential). Finally, a happy and positive approach to learning as any volunteer that comes on board will have to learn how our company operates. Where and when will volunteering take place This can be agreed with the service manager in terms of times and days. We aim to be as flexible as possible. Commitment required. For continuity and routine we look for at least 2 hours per week for the benefit of the services and the volunteer the opportunity to build and develop relationships within the company.

MAIN TASKS 1. Attendance at committee meetings and general meetings. 2. Contributing to discussion on initiatives to develop sport in the Alford area. 3. If required, taking the lead on an initiative to develop sport as agreed by the committee or at a general meeting.

We currently have around 40 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. We are looking for volunteers who can do the following tasks: Champion door greeters which entails standing at our doors, greeting the customers letting them know to use hand sanitizer etc,keep the queue in order. Customer care, which is based on the shop floor welcoming and assisting customers and ensuring the shop floor is regularly replenished. Stockroom volunteer which is organising stock ready to put out on the shop floor.

Be the key contact for fundraising in your local community to raise money from a variety of activities such as collections, social events and Tea Parties. • Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area • Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy • Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs • Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers • Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area • Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed. • Ensuring income raised from events is banked in a timely manner. • Ensuring that any information provided by Guide Dogs is cascaded to relevant supporters or volunteers.

Volunteers are vital to our work in promoting sustainable living and reducing waste. As our shop volunteer you will be part of a team that delivers high levels of customer service and undertakes a wide range of activities such as: Greeting and serving customers. Merchandising and pricing donations to look appealing and tidy, Operating the till.

Did you struggle with poor perinatal mental health, or have you had experience supporting parents with poor perinatal mental health ? Would you like to support new mums who are struggling ? We are looking for special volunteers who can provide intensive support for around 10 hours per week for up to 12 weeks.

Family Visiting Volunteers. Full training given. To offer non-judgemental practical and emotional support to a local family with a child or children aged 5 and under, who are going through times of hardship and stress

Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale! Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s. You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability. Why we want you: Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. What you will be doing: Work on the till processing sales and returns Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing Create stylish window displays Replenish stock on the shop floor Stock-take and other administrative tasks The skills you need: Friendly and helpful Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks What's in it for you: Have fun and meet new people Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer Other information: Minimum age 14 Shop based Location Unit 5, Hillside Road,, Portlethen, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 4TQ, United Kingdom Disclaimer We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk

Mearns FM is continually on the look out for some fresh new voluntary talent. What do you get? Some real hands on experience of working in a professional environment. You’ll be taught the art of radio presentation. You’ll see every aspect of how a radio station is operated. We’ll also help you get a foot into the industry, and you’ll get the opportunity to be a part of a hardworking and committed team of volunteers. The whole variety of tasks involved in running a totally volunteer based Community Radio Station with established studios in Stonehaven and Portlethen. Further permanent or temporary studios could be established anywhere in K & M with internet access if volunteers in that location wish to organise one. No previous Broadcasting experience is required and training is provided. We transmit programmes made by other community organisations. They must however meet Ofcom guidelines.

We are needing someone to help us apply for funding to enable our project to proceed providing art across Deeside and Donside to help support positive mental health to children young people and adults

We currently have around 40 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.

It’s good to talk! If you love a relaxed, friendly chat on the phone and if the idea of doing this whilst also making a genuine impact as a volunteer sounds too good to be true … read on. Our members tell us that their regular check-ins and chats with someone at Sight Scotland Veterans are something they look forward to. Sometimes they can even be a lifeline. Just a simple phone call once a week can make the difference that helps one of our members overcome the effects of isolation and loneliness. We need a friendly and naturally chatty home-based volunteer who can check in regularly with our members by phone, take some time to make sure they are doing OK, and fill them in with all the latest gossip at Sight Scotland Veterans. You will never be cold calling, there’s no pressure and nothing to sell. We will only ask you to call signed-up Sight Scotland Veterans members who we know will be only too happy to hear from you. As a volunteer, you will get to know inspiring people, gain valuable experiences, and help us to change the lives of those who have served their country. For more information please contact James Whyte, Volunteer Development Manager at email james.whyte@sightscotland.org.uk or tel.: 0131 446 3154.

Did you struggle with poor perinatal mental health, or have you had experience supporting parents with poor perinatal mental health ? Would you like to support new mums who are struggling ? We are looking for special volunteers who can provide intensive support for around 10 hours per week for up to 12 weeks.

Are you a good listener with an empathetic, professional and methodical approach? Do you have two hours a week to support vulnerable adults with myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E.)/chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)? Action for M.E.’s UK-wide advocacy service, expanding in Scotland, supports adults with M.E./CFS to understand their rights, make informed choices, and have their views and wishes heard and respected, dealing with issues including health, social care, housing and employment. You’ll work entirely online/by phone to meet and represent clients, agree an action plan, undertake research, contact professionals and more. Full training, support and supervision provided by our experienced, friendly team. For more information please contact Avril McLean, Advocacy Senior Practitioner – Scotland at email: avril.mclean@actionforme.org.uk or tel.: 07753247099.

*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

Pillar Kincardine are keen to appoint a Company Secretary to support our Board of Trustees in ensuring the charity can continue to improve the lives of adults living in Kincardine and Mearns seeking help to cope with emotional, social and mental health challenges. While the Board takes its duties and responsibilities very seriously, it is very friendly, mutually supportive and prefers to be as informal as the business allows. Duties of the Company Secretary include: • Support the chairman in ensuring the board functions efficiently and effectively. • Set dates / invitations for meetings and AGM’S • Prepare and distribute agenda prior to board meetings and AGM • Prepare minutes from each meeting in a timely manner, accurately recording the decisions, commitments and major points discussed, ensuring actions are assigned by the committee to appropriate individuals. • Ensure the organisation remains compliant with the Pillar Articles of Association and all applicable legal and statutory requirements. • Ensure that all board members are registered with Companies House Pillar Kincardine offers a needs led service furnishing individuals with the range of skills and opportunities they need to self-manage their mental health and establish meaningful community connections through a variety of professionally designed and facilitated community groups and projects. Interest in the challenges facing people living with long term mental health conditions. Good support/training provided to all volunteers. All help greatly appreciated. For more information or to request an application form please contact: Gillian Grochla (Service Manager) on 01569 767 222 or email gillian.grochla@pillarkincardine.org.

We are looking for people to assist us with the running of our community cafe. The role would include, serving in the cafe, cleaning tables, washing dishes, baking, food preparation and cleaning of the cafe and kitchen at the end of the day

Inverurie West Parish Church and The Acorn Centre are recruiting for a Finance Convenor Volunteer. Due to the retiral of previous volunteer they are looking for someone with strong accounting and budgeting skills. The Church have a Finance team who deal with bookkeeping, gift aid ,collection and payroll but the Finance Convenor needs to have accounting skills and knowledge of both business and charity legislation. This is a very support group of people who work well as a team

Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale! Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s. You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability. Why we want you: Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. What you will be doing: Work on the till processing sales and returns Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing Create stylish window displays Replenish stock on the shop floor Stock-take and other administrative tasks The skills you need: Friendly and helpful Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks What's in it for you: Have fun and meet new people Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer Other information: Minimum age 14 Shop based Location 12 Errol St, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, AB42 1PX, United Kingdom Disclaimer We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk

We are Guide Dogs and we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. We don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for people and families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well What does the role involve? The Merchandise Coordinator role requires looking after Guide Dogs merchandise stock for your fundraising group and organising stock to take to events to sell and help raise important funds so we can continue our life changing work! Key responsibilities- • Letting your fundraising group know about new stock items • Keeping an eye on stock levels, ordering all trading goods for the group and getting things ready to sell at events • Receive, check and price goods • With your group Treasurer volunteer, banking money raised through the sale of trading items using the trading paying in book • Organising the storage of goods, this may include storing at your house or at other branch members’ homes • Where required keep local shops supplied with goods and code as appropriate • In January carry out a complete stock take This role would be ideal for someone who is organsied and reliable but no prior experience is required for the role so first time volunteers are welcomed! Full training and support is provided for all of our volunteering roles.

We are Guide Dogs and we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. We don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for people and families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well What does the role involve? The Merchandise Coordinator role requires looking after Guide Dogs merchandise stock for your fundraising group and organising stock to take to events to sell and help raise important funds so we can continue our life changing work! Key responsibilities- • Letting your fundraising group know about new stock items • Keeping an eye on stock levels, ordering all trading goods for the group and getting things ready to sell at events • Receive, check and price goods • With your group Treasurer volunteer, banking money raised through the sale of trading items using the trading paying in book • Organising the storage of goods, this may include storing at your house or at other branch members’ homes • Where required keep local shops supplied with goods and code as appropriate • In January carry out a complete stock take This role would be ideal for someone who is organsied and reliable but no prior experience is required for the role so first time volunteers are welcomed! Full training and support is provided for all of our volunteering roles.

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 schools, 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.

Udny Community Trust manages a very popular weekly health walk which regularly attracts over 20 walkers. We have six regular walk leaders who lead and facilitate walks on a rota basis. Walkers will soon be able to enjoy a hot drink and a biscuit after the walks so the role would also involve a bit of helping out during this part of the event and around setting up before and clearing up after each session. Paths for All provides training for all walk leaders but the group is very supportive and new walk leaders will be supported and mentored by existing team members and by the walkers themselves.

COME JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM:) The Hub Café in Cults Kirk Centre provides a wonderful community café setting for people to meet and enjoy good company, teas, coffees, refreshments etc. The Café is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm for coffees, cakes, traybakes, soup, sandwiches, quiches and baked potatoes. The cafe area can seat up to 40 people. Larger groups can be accommodated in either the Little Lochnagar or Lochnagar rooms which are both adjacent to the cafe area. All of these areas can also be booked for groups or functions, as can the kitchen facilities. A children's area has been set up with a table, bench seat and basket of toys. We are currently seeking new volunteers to join our fantastic volunteer team. Tasks include helping with food preparation, serving customers and clearing up. No specific experience is required-just an interest in meeting new people, happy to serve with a pleasant manner. We have around six volunteers per day, supported by the Café Manager. Our café is a lovely, warm and friendly place. We have two teabreaks a day and a lunchbreak. All volunteers are provided excellent support and relevant training/guidance including induction training and new volunteers can shadow until they are confident-full support offered always. A great, enjoyable opportunity to volunteer in a nice café and help make a real difference for people and the community. For further details please contact the Hub Manager Tracy Gordon on e-mail.: tg5447@yahoo.com / tel.: 07503867682.

COME JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM:) The Hub Café in Cults Kirk Centre provides a wonderful community café setting for people to meet and enjoy good company, teas, coffees, refreshments etc. The Café is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm for coffees, cakes, traybakes, soup, sandwiches, quiches and baked potatoes. The cafe area can seat up to 40 people. Larger groups can be accommodated in either the Little Lochnagar or Lochnagar rooms which are both adjacent to the cafe area. All of these areas can also be booked for groups or functions, as can the kitchen facilities. A children's area has been set up with a table, bench seat and basket of toys. We are currently seeking new volunteers to join our fantastic volunteer team. Tasks include helping with food preparation, serving customers and clearing up. No specific experience is required-just an interest in meeting new people, happy to serve with a pleasant manner. We have around six volunteers per day, supported by the Café Manager. Our café is a lovely, warm and friendly place. We have two teabreaks a day and a lunchbreak. All volunteers are provided excellent support and relevant training/guidance including induction training and new volunteers can shadow until they are confident-full support offered always. A great, enjoyable opportunity to volunteer in a nice café and help make a real difference for people and the community. For further details please contact the Hub Manager Tracy Gordon on e-mail.: tg5447@yahoo.com / tel.: 07503867682.

The Hub Café in Cults Kirk Centre provides a wonderful community café setting for people to meet and enjoy good company, teas, coffees, refreshments etc. The Café is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm for coffees, cakes, traybakes, soup, sandwiches, quiches and baked potatoes. The cafe area can seat up to 40 people. Larger groups can be accommodated in either the Little Lochnagar or Lochnagar rooms which are both adjacent to the cafe area. All of these areas can also be booked for groups or functions, as can the kitchen facilities. A children's area has been set up with a table, bench seat and basket of toys. We are currently seeking new volunteers to join our fantastic volunteer team. Tasks include helping with food preparation, serving customers and clearing up. No specific experience is required-just an interest in meeting new people, happy to serve with a pleasant manner. We have around six volunteers per day, supported by the Café Manager. Our café is a lovely, warm and friendly place. We have two teabreaks a day and a lunchbreak. All volunteers are provided excellent support and relevant training/guidance including induction training and new volunteers can shadow until they are confident-full support offered always. A great, enjoyable opportunity to volunteer in a nice café and help make a real difference for people and the community. For further details please contact the Hub Manager Tracy Gordon on e-mail.: tg5447@yahoo.com / tel.: 07503867682.

The Hub Café in Cults Kirk Centre provides a wonderful community café setting for people to meet and enjoy good company, teas, coffees, refreshments etc. The Café is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm for coffees, cakes, traybakes, soup, sandwiches, quiches and baked potatoes. The cafe area can seat up to 40 people. Larger groups can be accommodated in either the Little Lochnagar or Lochnagar rooms which are both adjacent to the cafe area. All of these areas can also be booked for groups or functions, as can the kitchen facilities. A children's area has been set up with a table, bench seat and basket of toys. We are currently seeking new volunteers to join our fantastic volunteer team. Tasks include helping with food preparation, serving customers and clearing up. No specific experience is required-just an interest in meeting new people, happy to serve with a pleasant manner. We have around six volunteers per day, supported by the Café Manager. Our café is a lovely, warm and friendly place. We have two teabreaks a day and a lunchbreak. All volunteers are provided excellent support and relevant training/guidance including induction training and new volunteers can shadow until they are confident-full support offered always. A great, enjoyable opportunity to volunteer in a nice café and help make a real difference for people and the community. For further details please contact the Hub Manager Tracy Gordon on e-mail.: tg5447@yahoo.com / tel.: 07503867682.

Mearns FM is continually on the look out for some fresh new voluntary talent. What do you get? Some real hands on experience of working in a professional environment. You’ll see every aspect of how a radio station is operated. We’ll also help you get a foot into the industry, and you’ll get the opportunity to be a part of a hardworking and committed team of volunteers. The whole variety of tasks involved in running a totally volunteer based Community Radio Station with established studios in Stonehaven and Portlethen. Further permanent or temporary studios could be established anywhere in K & M with internet access if volunteers in that location wish to organise one.

As a volunteer driver you will be helping clients to attend medical or social appointments - this can be to the hospital, GP, dentist or to visit family/friends; to the hairdressers or to a lunch group. Journeys can be local or longer. For example, a client may have an appointment in Aberdeen or Moray. Volunteers can also choose to help a client with shopping - using your own vehicle to drive to a shop to do a shop or accompany a client to the supermarket.

Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale! Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s. You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability. Why we want you: Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. What you will be doing: Work on the till processing sales and returns Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing Create stylish window displays Replenish stock on the shop floor Stock-take and other administrative tasks The skills you need: Friendly and helpful Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks What's in it for you: Have fun and meet new people Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer Other information: Minimum age 14 Shop based Location Unit 7 Westhill Shopping Centre, Old Skene Road, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB32 6RL, United Kingdom Disclaimer We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk

Our cafe has been open for a year now and we are looking for more volunteers to join our team, helping with serving customers with drinks and food , cleaning tables and general other duties required in a cafe. We would be looking for volunteers to do 2 -3 hour shifts preferably Wednesday Thursday or Friday between 10am and 3pm

Organising and attending events such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers Liaising with Community Fundraiser informing them of events in your area Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed

Volunteering Matters, the UK’s largest volunteering charity, believe that everyone in the UK should have the opportunity to thrive. We bring people together to overcome some of society’s most complex issues through the power of volunteering. Our Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) encourages those aged 50+ to volunteer and be active in their communities. RSVP projects can take many forms, from school support, to driving schemes, all having an incredible impact both on the wider community, and our volunteers. In Aberdeen, we are looking for a passionate, friendly individual to re-establish RSVP knitting groups in the Aberdeen area as a Group Volunteer Organiser. As our RSVP Knitting Group Volunteer Organiser, you will engage other adults aged 50+ in the local community who enjoy knitting, bring them together as knitting volunteers, but also providing a social forum for the knitters to chat and spark friendships. Activity will also happen in between, with knitters completing items at home too. In addition to setting up groups and arranging for them to come together (if they would like to), the Organiser will collect items created, and ensure they are donated to local organisations that can benefit from them. Previously, this has included clothes for the local neonatal unit, trauma teddies, and others. This will involve networking in the Aberdeen area to establish relationships with organisations and agree how donations will work. You don’t have to be an avid knitter yourself, this role is more to organise knitting activity, and be the point of contact for knitters and partners in the local area. However, if you would like to be involved in the knitting activity, that would be most welcome. *Tasks involved: - Engaging with keen knitters in the local area to form groups, and on-going contact with knitters - Promoting knitting opportunities/encouraging wider involvement via local press, social media etc. - Working with organisations to create partnerships for the knitting to be donated to - Ensuring quality control of items - Applying for small grants/funding/some fundraising activity would be beneficial - Gathering items from knitters and arranging collection/delivery - Ensuring social opportunities for knitters to come together (if they wish to) - Inputting to the wider RSVP network as and when appropriate *You will be: - Honest, reliable, and friendly volunteer aged 50+ - Regular commitment - An interest in networking/building relationships - Good communication, organisational, and people skills - Ability to volunteer independently, taking initiative to grow the groups, with minimum support - Able to lift/move bags of knitting donations and transport them – being a driver would be useful *We will provide: - A fun, enjoyable and worthwhile voluntary experience - Sense of achievement - Relevant training and support - All travel expenses - Relevant insurance for activities - Opportunity to engage with the wider RSVP and Volunteering Matters Network A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. For further details please contact Louise Orr, Delivery Leader at email: louise.orr@volunteeringmatters.org.uk or tel.: 07534 108 842.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. It should be noted that although it is possible for another Puppy Raiser to look after a dog on your behalf for short periods of time that this may not always be possible. Consideration should be given to your future plans such as holidays abroad. “It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: • Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme • Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. • Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours • Attending regular puppy classes • Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development • Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress Ideally you will: • Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) • Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits • Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home • Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night • Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get; • A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. • The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further before applying please email volunteer coordinator Aaron Puckrin at aaron.puckrin@guidedogs.org.uk. Thank you.

We have just moved into new premises and following a refurbishment we are opening our doors very soon. Due to the increase in days we are open, we need more volunteers to support the centre. CLAN Cancer Support is a well-established, local charity providing emotional and practical support to people affected by cancer, their family, carers and friends. Services are freely offered to all from pre-diagnosis and diagnosis through to treatment and beyond at our support and wellbeing centres located across the north-east Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland. Our aim is to help people live with and beyond their or their loved ones cancer diagnosis and improve the quality of life for all those who turn to us for help and support. The role of Support Volunteer at CLAN is to offer clients affected by a cancer diagnosis an opportunity to talk with someone who can listen and provide emotional support and help to promote and raise awareness of our services. Our Support Volunteers don’t have to be experts as they will be trained in the skills that will enable them to provide the right level of emotional support to all our clients. Throughout their time volunteering with us at CLAN they will have access to ongoing support and further training. As you will appreciate the nature of our work means we deal with vulnerable members of the public and therefore we ask for a character reference in respect of those who wish to volunteer. We also require a Disclosure Scotland check to completed. Clan will meet the cost of this. If anyone is interested in the role, please get in touch with Helen Hasnip or Christine Roper at Banchory@clancancersupport.org or ringing 01330 538967 (leave a message)

Did you struggle with poor perinatal mental health, or have you had experience supporting parents with poor perinatal mental health ? Would you like to support new mums who are struggling ? We are looking for special volunteers who can provide intensive support for around 10 hours per week for up to 12 weeks.

Could you be a role model for a young person who would really benefit from your time? By giving just 2-3 hours a week, you could be that positive adult role model who can provide consistency and fun, new experiences that a young person aged 8-14 may not normally have access to. You will meet weekly with your mentee for a minimum of 12 months. By providing one to one focus over this time with your mentee, you will both experience quality time together and help them develop the skills to continue building positive relationships as they grow up. Through being a good listener, an empathic individual with a non-judgmental attitude a great mentoring relationship can develop by doing activities that you both enjoy and sharing new ones together. Popular activities involve taking a trip to the cinema, arts & crafts, sports and cycling, exploring the local community and the beach, or just enjoying a milkshake at a local café. You have the potential to make a real difference to a young person’s life by helping build confidence and self-esteem and most importantly being someone who they can talk to about anything. This role is subject to an application form being submitted, providing two character references and completing a PVG Disclosure (this is free for volunteers-details and PVG provided on application). For further details please contact: Aleisha Douglas, Intandem Volunteer co-ordinator at Email: info@befriendachild.org.uk or phone: 01224 210060.

We need volunteers to lead training in advanced first aid so that our ambulance teams have the knowledge and skills that they need. You will be training people who are new to first aid and support more experienced people to keep their skills up to date. We need you to bring your enthusiasm and love for learning so that we can give people the best training. What you will be doing Plan ahead to make sure training is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. Follow lesson plans. Give presentations and demonstrations. Lead group work and activities. Assess people’s learning. Give feedback on how people are doing. Support people who need a bit more help. The skills you need If you’ve got experience of training that’s great, if not we can help you to learn. Warm, encouraging and patient. Can communicate well with a group. Good teamwork skills. Give presentations and demonstrations. Lead group work and activities. Assess people’s learning. Give feedback on how people are doing. Support people who need a bit more help. The skills you need If you’ve got experience of training that’s great, if not we can help you to learn. Warm, encouraging and patient. Can communicate well with a group. Good teamwork skills. Give clear instructions and demonstrations. Can use a laptop and projector. Able to deliver training virtually e.g. via Zoom. Willing to attend training for the role. What's in it for you Meet new people and be part of a welcoming team. Develop your skills and gain new ones. Reasonable expenses including for attending training. Know that you have helped others to learn and improve their skills. Comprehensive free training for the role

Victim Support Scotland Volunteer Join us and support people affected by crime Volunteer to help victims and witnesses Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions in the aftermath of an offence. It is Victim Support Scotland’s role to provide victims and witnesses of crime emotional and practical support in person, online, and in court. Volunteers are supported by VSS staff who manage the service. How would you help? Our volunteers provide emotional support, practical help, information and guidance through the criminal justice system. We aim to empower people who have been impacted by crime, to move on with their lives. • Discuss service users’ needs by telephone, webchat, appointments and face-to-face contact, agreeing next steps at the end of each contact • Help service users feel more confident by arranging and conducting court familiarisation visits • Support service users in the court room and other appropriate locations on the day of the trial, liaising with court officials on behalf of the service users. • Feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff members • Provide administrative support in completing the service users journey What benefits would I get? Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and also extremely rewarding. As a volunteer you will: • Support people when they most need it • Learn new skills and knowledge of the criminal justice sector • Gain access to a range of specialist training courses that are relevant to your volunteering role • Positively contribute to your community as a member of a team actively working to reduce the impact of crime • A chance to give something back • Receive support in your volunteering role to deliver services effectively • All reasonable expenses (e.g. travel) will be reimbursed What is the time commitment? We know that our volunteers have busy lives, so we agree the time commitment with each individual volunteer. However, we ask for: • a minimum commitment of approximately one day per week, however this may vary depending upon the needs of the service. • a minimum commitment of at least 1 year so that they might get the most out of a volunteering role. How can I apply? The people we support come from all communities across Scotland, as do our volunteers. We welcome new volunteers from all backgrounds and languages. To ensure we provide the best possible service to people affected by crime, we ask all volunteers to follow our processes. This will involve: • Joining the Disclosure Scotland PVG scheme • Providing two satisfactory references • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s Confidentiality agreement • Commitment to Data Protection • Volunteer Agreement

The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living Network is looking for Volunteers for its increasingly popular shopping service for older people. Volunteers either take the older person to the shops or do the shopping for them. This may include visits to the bank, chemist, post office or other local amenities. This is a really important service and helps people live independently in their own homes for longer. People also say how important the social contact with the Volunteer is for them.

The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living Network is looking for Volunteers for its increasingly popular shopping service for older people. Volunteers either take the older person to the shops or do the shopping for them. This may include visits to the bank, chemist, post office or other local amenities. This is a really important service and helps people live independently in their own homes for longer. People also say how important the social contact with the Volunteer is for them.

The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living Network is looking for Volunteers for its increasingly popular shopping service for older people. Volunteers either take the older person to the shops or do the shopping for them. This may include visits to the bank, chemist, post office or other local amenities. This is a really important service and helps people live independently in their own homes for longer. People also say how important the social contact with the Volunteer is for them.

The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living Network is looking for Volunteers for its increasingly popular shopping service for older people. Volunteers either take the older person to the shops or do the shopping for them. This may include visits to the bank, chemist, post office or other local amenities. This is a really important service and helps people live independently in their own homes for longer. People also say how important the social contact with the Volunteer is for them.

The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living Network is looking for Volunteers for its increasingly popular shopping service for older people. Volunteers either take the older person to the shops or do the shopping for them. This may include visits to the bank, chemist, post office or other local amenities. This is a really important service and helps people live independently in their own homes for longer. People also say how important the social contact with the Volunteer is for them.

Pillar Kincardine are keen to recruit passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees to ensure the charity can continue to improve the lives of adults living in Kincardine and Mearns seeking help to cope with emotional, social and mental health challenges. We are continually developing our service to meet the mental health support needs of our local community. In order to achieve this we are looking for new Directors with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: • Fundraising and or marketing in the charity sector • Strategic and practical knowledge of financial reporting and grant applications • Business Development • Legal knowledge • Database development Pillar Kincardine offers a needs led service furnishing individuals with the range of skills and opportunities they need to self-manage their mental health and establish meaningful community connections through a variety of professionally designed and facilitated, community groups and projects. Interest in the challenges facing people living with long term mental health conditions. Good support/training provided to all volunteers. All help greatly appreciated. For more information or to request an application form please contact: Gillian Grochla (Service Manager) on 01569 767 222 or email gillian.grochla@pillarkincardine.org.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Volunteer Befrienders are ‘matched’ with an older person who is living independently in their own home but who is experiencing social isolation and loneliness. This may be due to bereavement, ill-health, increasing frailty or loosing contacts within their community. Volunteers will be matched with an older person close to where they live. By being a regular and reliable visitor to the older person the volunteer helps to increase confidence on staying at home and improves someone’s quality of life. A weekly or fortnightly visit of around an hour may be home visit to chat over a cuppa, do crosswords or other games, or an outing to a nearby café, shops or local beauty spot. The activities within the befriending visit are based on the needs and wishes of the older person.

Guiding offers many opportunities and challenges. As a leader in guiding you will help girls and young women develop their confidence and self-esteem. Being part of a team allows you to develop your leadership skills and take a responsible role in the community. You will gain skills that can help you at work and in other areas of your life, suich as planning, administration and communication. Most leaders make frieds and have fun with other members of guiding. Guiding challenges you with new adventures and experiences and helps you develop the skills to handle and enjoy them. Guiding is a chance for girls and young women to learn new skills, go to camp, make friends, give service and have fun. Guiding offers these opportunities in a caring, supportive atmosphere where girls and young women are encouraged to try activities in a safe environment.

Did you struggle with poor perinatal mental health, or have you had experience supporting parents with poor perinatal mental health ? Would you like to support new mums who are struggling ? We are looking for special volunteers who can provide intensive support for around 10 hours per week for up to 12 weeks.