Dundee
volunteering opportunities
Save the Children
You don't need to be a social media or marketing expert for this role - just able to use the internet, email and confident talking to people.
We’ll tell you about our latest national fundraising activities, emergency appeals and campaign messages so you can tell others and encourage them to take part, support and attend events. You’ll research local opportunities, and contact local businesses, schools and local groups. You’ll also find free ways to tell your community about what’s happening locally and nationally.
The Community Fundraising Manager is only a phone call away for support and you’ll meet up with them regularly to make promotional plans and for any mutual updates.
It’s a really flexible role which can fit around your other commitments. If you’re over 18 and can commit to at least two hours a week for a minimum of six months please get in touch.
Save the Children
Our Save the Children Shop in Broughty Ferry has been a much loved part of the local community for years and continues to be hugely popular with customers and supporters, thanks to the kindness and generosity of the wonderful volunteer team.
If you would like to volunteer with us all you will need is some enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference. The role is diverse, taking place on the shop floor and behind the scenes. Volunteer tasks include anything from sorting donations, steaming clothes, pricing products, managing the till, and helping with the window displays.
You can choose how much time you dedicate, and we’ll give you training and support along the way. No special skills are needed, and we welcome people from all nationalities and backgrounds. Your donation of time, creativity and kindness can help us change the future for children all over the world!
Dundee Therapy Garden
The secretary is one of 5 trustees who manage this small charity. They have a range of backgrounds such as military, finance, psychology, the City Council and gardening. They have 4 formal meetings a year which the Secretary organises and minutes. Trustees keep in contact with the 4 qualified staff who run the site day to day. The secretary helps to organise staff recruitment, when necessary. The treasurer and auditor produce annual accounts which the secretary emails to funders and others. Funds are raised from local and national trusts. The secretary helps with funding appeals, record keeping and ensuring funders are kept advised of progress. A small amount of public relations can be involved. As with other trustees, the secretary will chat with beneficiaries when visiting the garden site. The secretary will be provided with a laptop.
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Dundee)
Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us.
Uppertunity
We are a small charity dedicated to supporting our community to fulfil its potential. We run a weekly schedule of creative and therapeutic focused groups from our premises within Dudhope Castle and are in need of help with:
planning and ideas-generation (our materials are mainly donated or upcycled ‘junk’);
setup & clearing;
supporting group participants to try out ideas and manage the manual challenges of the activities; and
facilitate the flow of the group.
We’re looking for someone with some experience and interest in the activity type, but most of all you will bring patience and positivity. We hope that you will enjoy the social aspects of this role, as well as knowing that you are making a valuable contribution to your community.
You will volunteer alongside at least one of our staff team. Groups run Tuesdays to Fridays, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm, with time around that for set up and planning.
Young Lives vs Cancer
Being a Young Lives vs Cancer Speaker means being the face of the charity. You will become known for your effective, informative and interesting presentations on our work. This is a flexible role, and will largely involve presenting at evenings and weekends, or as and when a group requires a talk.
The role is a proactive one, with a focus on developing relationships with new supporters, and can include - Promoting the work of Young Lives vs Cancer by organising and giving talks and presentations; Proactively approaching local companies, groups and organisations in order to organise speaking opportunities; Collecting cheques from community groups, businesses and organisations – saying thank you and giving a talk on behalf of Young Lives vs Cancer.
Experience of public speaking is desirable but not essential
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for one or two Back Markers to walk 9.3 miles from Tentsmuir Forest to Slessor Gardens. This is a truly rewarding role which involves walking with the last walkers and encouraging them over the finish line. It also involves updating the control room on the progress of the walk and helping with the removal of event signage.
The shift time is 3pm - 9pm. Transport can be provided from Slessor Gardens to Tentsmuir Forest for the start of your shift. We will also provide uniform, lunch and refreshments.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for one or two Back Markers to walk 9.3 miles from Tentsmuir Forest to Slessor Gardens. This is a truly rewarding role which involves walking with the last walkers and encouraging them over the finish line. It also involves updating the control room on the progress of the walk and helping with the removal of event signage.
The shift time is 3pm - 9pm. Transport can be provided from Slessor Gardens to Tentsmuir Forest for the start of your shift. We will also provide uniform, lunch and refreshments.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Boomerang
The volunteer will maintain the grounds at the centre with weeding, planting and harvesting veg in the planters, watering plants and other general garden maintenance. Our lead Garden Volunteer will give tasks to be completed each week. Volunteer times are flexible throughout the week Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.
Boomerang
The volunteer role will involve helping to set up for the Cosy Café opening, serving those attending their tea and toast, chatting to them and signposting elsewhere if needed as well as helping to clear dishes and tidying up at the end of the session. The Cosy Café runs 10-1130 so we would be looking for volunteers to help the Cosy Café Support Worker from 930am-12pm.
Boomerang
We are looking for volunteers to help at our various youth provisions. We have a youth art group that runs every Friday evening and we also have children and families cooking classes.
The volunteer role will involve working with our youth worker and project worker to deliver art groups, cooking groups or other groups as part of our youth provision. The role will include, setting up and tidying up before and after sessions, working with the young people on various projects, engaging with the young people to help them develop and to find out what they would like to do.To adhere to our safeguarding policy and follow all relelvant procedures.
Save By The Bell
Save By The Bell is a project that encourages children and young people to develop a savings habit. We run weekly collections in participating primary schools across Dundee, where pupils can deposit money into their savings account. Our trained primary 6/7 pupils act as 'tellers' and are supervised by adult volunteers. We need more adult volunteers to support and monitor our pupils during these collections, helping them to develop their cash handling and numeracy skills. There are positions available in various schools and collections usually last no more than one hour. All volunteers will be required to commit to attending one collection per week and to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Support and training will be provided by Save By The Bell staff.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-users regularly receives donations of bicycles. Some require repair before they are ready for resale in our shop. We have a dedicated repair area and this has repair equipment and supplies of spare parts. This opportunity would suit someone who has a passion for bikes, experience of bike repairs and able to carry out basic repairs to bikes to give them a new lease of life.
HMS Unicorn
We are looking for friendly, sociable people who will be able to help us out with our events and activities on board HMS Unicorn, including our talks, holiday activities, pirate fun days and school groups. You will assist with the organisation and running of these events, as well as contributing ideas for future events and activities.
You will develop excellent communication, organisational and public engagement skills as well as a creative flair. Volunteers will be given relevant training and support by the Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer.
The key tasks will include:
• Working with people of all ages, especially children
• Being friendly and helpful to our visitors to give them a great experience at our events
• Assisting the Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer in the design and delivery of diverse activities and materials
To apply get in touch with our Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer, Caroline Taylor, at caroline@hmsunicorn.org.uk (preferred) or 01382 200900. You will be asked to fill out a short application form followed by a quick informal interview.
HMS Unicorn
We’re looking for friendly, sociable people to bring HMS Unicorn’s history to life for our visitors. We’re the oldest ship in Scotland so there’s lots of stories to tell about our past! You will be trained to give tours of HMS Unicorn to our visitors and answer their questions. You’ll develop an understanding of and enthusiasm for our historic ship combined with excellent customer service and communication skills.
Volunteers will be given relevant training and support by the Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer.
Giving tours will involve being able to move between decks using the ladderways (only ways of access) around the ship.
The key tasks will include:
• Learning about the history of HMS Unicorn.
• Working with members of the public – giving tours and answering questions in a helpful and friendly way.
• Supporting the Museum staff in acting as the main point of welcome for all visitors to HMS Unicorn.
To apply get in touch with our Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer, Caroline Taylor, at caroline@hmsunicorn.org.uk (preferred) or 01382 200900. You will be asked to fill out a short application form followed by a quick informal interview.
Home-Start Dundee
Make a difference to a local family.
Home-Start volunteers work alongside families to give compassionate and confidential support, tailored to each family’s needs.
Our volunteers need to have parenting experience and are often parents themselves. Home-visiting volunteers offer practical and emotional support and encourage parents’ strengths and emotional wellbeing. They support families in the home and in the community for one day a week for 2 hours.
BeFriends
Would you like to work with children and young people? BeFriends is recruiting adult volunteers who have a few hours a week to spare for our one-to-one befriending.
A registered charity established in 1981, BeFriends works with 5 to 25-year-olds who live in Dundee and are experiencing difficulties in their lives and are often socially isolated, vulnerable or disadvantaged. Our one-to-one BeFrienders support a young person with whom they have been matched. During regular meetings, the befriender offers the opportunity for their young person to chat and have fun, while building confidence and self-esteem as they take part in community activities together.
If you have time to offer to support a child or young person and you would like a new challenge, then why not become a Volunteer Befriender with BeFriends? You do not need to have experience of working with 5-to-25-year-olds, but it is important to have empathy, the ability to engage and a non-judgemental approach to understanding the issues that affect young lives. BeFriends provides volunteers with full training, induction, and on-going support. We also have group work opportunities
Due to the regulated work BeFriends carries out with children and young people, our volunteers are required to undergo a PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check with Disclosure Scotland.
Tayside Council on Alcohol (Dundee)
TCA Youth Mentoring Service provides a mentoring support to vulnerable young people living within the boundaries of Dundee City. The target group are those young people who are affected by someone else's (parents, siblings, grandparents etc) substance use. The service recruits, trains, supports and supervises volunteer mentors who are then matched with individual young people. Mentoring matches are closely monitored and reviewed to ensure they remain purposeful. You must be able to commit 2-4 hours per week for at least 1 year. Volunteers will be supported by the Mentoring Coordinator and full training will be provided. Having your own transport would be beneficial but is not necessary.
St Ninian's Stay and Play Family Support Group
Equipment for the play room is stored in many areas and some of it is of medium weight. We require someone who is prepared to move such equipment to the appropriate place and put it away at the end of the session. Cleaning and maintenance of equipment would suit someone interested in basic DIY.
St Ninian's Stay and Play Family Support Group
Playing with kids Reading stories – helping parent/child contact and development- Making snacks
Great opportunity to get experience working with parents and children under 5 to learn about child development and to advance your own personal development and learning by engaging in suitable training courses.
Volunteers have responsibility for helping the fulltime staff to run the term time programme of activities that is planned. There is a good mixture of activities on offer including some help from outside agencies such as Homestart, Adult learning, Art Attack, Music man etc. These can include reading stories, rhyme time, crafts. There is also the opportunity to learn about healthy eating and to prepare lunches and snacks for the group. There are opportunities for both outdoor and indoor play with occasionally visits to other places.
Volunteers are encouraged to do training which will help them with their CV, learn about child development and participate in doing so and to be part of the team.
We aim to run a non-judgemental group where parents and child play, learn and develop together and apart. There are activities for children and for parents and things that they do together.
We provide a free lunch at 12.00 where we all sit down and eat and share together. There are 2 members of staff a Family Support Worker who also does advocacy and an EYE.
Food Train Dundee
Van Helpers support our delivery service going out on one of our vans with a Driver. You will pick up shopping boxes from the supermarkets and make multiple deliveries to our customers. You and the Driver will take the groceries into the customer’s house, unpack the groceries, check the order over with the customer and receive the payments. Van Helpers carry a small money float and some cash handling will be required. Van Helpers are required either Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from around 9a.m. till 3p.m. approximately.
Transform Community Development
We redistribute food which would end up in waste, to non-profit organisations in Tayside and Fife. These groups then provide meals for people who are experiencing food poverty, social isolation or other hardships.
We need Mentors who can give a few hours to help other volunteers with support needs. This is a vital part of providing this valuable service to thousands of individuals in need. Working as part of a team, the van crew load and unload crated food to local community food members.
If you have patience, good people skills and the desire to support others with minor needs to achieve the above tasks then get involved and help others to get involved socially.
Victim Support Scotland (Angus)
This is a unique opportunity for you to make a positive difference to the lives of victims and witnesses affected by crime. Crime can affect anyone in Scotland and every one of us can help. Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions in the aftermath of an offence. What sets us apart from other support organisations is that we are available to all victims of crime no matter what it is or when it happened.
We are looking for more people to join our incredible team of volunteers who provide information, guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to help anyone affected by crime, including victims, witnesses their families and friends. This may take place in person, online, and in court.
Victim Support Scotland is the leading charity dedicated to helping people affected by crime across Scotland. We support victims of crime, witnesses and their family members, regardless of who they are and their circumstances. Our service is independent, free, non-judgemental and confidential. We offer bespoke support, personalised to the needs of each individual.
Victim Support Scotland provides information, practical help, emotional support and guidance through the criminal justice system. We offer specialist services to support people who face specific crimes including murder, terrorism, rape and sexual assault, domestic violence and hate crime. We empower people to cope with the aftermath of a crime and find the strength to move forward with their lives.
We have dedicated volunteers, supported by paid staff, in our national and local offices across Scotland, as well as our teams in the Sheriff and High Courts, helping us to provide high quality support to those affected by crime. Victim Support Scotland represents the voice of people affected by crime. We influence key national policy decision-making to champion victim and witness rights and improve support services.
How would you help?
Our Support 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. This includes:-
• 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 are the benefits to me ?
Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and also extremely rewarding. Each time you volunteer you make a positive difference to someone’s life.
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 agreed expenses (e.g. travel) will be reimbursed.
For a full role description, visit: victimsupport.scot/volunteer
The Speech Language & Communication Company
As a Volunteer Befriender you will support young people in your local community with Speech, Language and Communication difficulties. You will be part of a knowledgeable and experienced team that are committed to improving the quality of life for young people and their families. You will be enthusiastic and committed to making a positive change for young people.
In your role as a Volunteer Befriender you will:
• Develop and promote a positive relationship with the young person you are matched with
• Establish and maintain appropriate boundaries in the befriending relationship
• Agree the types of activities the young person would like to undertake, ensuring the activities comply with the service's safety requirements
• Assist the young person in working towards the overall project outcomes
• Acknowledge the young person's right to make decisions for themselves, which is non-judgmental and enables them to achieve their goals
• Be consistent and dependable in supporting a young person and their family
• Recognise that the relationship with the young person may be challenging, ensuring that you remain professional at all times
• Agree to abide by the confidentiality policy and any other policies and procedures of the service
• Work in conjunction with members of staff to provide a quality service, by participating in support and supervision sessions with the Project Co‐ordinator, referring concerns about the young person where appropriate and completing monitoring forms
• Offer an accepting and understanding presence and work within a non‐discriminatory framework.
• Attend all training that SLCo provides to assist you in your role.
• Provide updates/feedback around how the sessions went after you have met with the young person
• Ensure that the Project Co-ordinator is aware of all meetings and advised of any changes or cancelations to any planned session with a young person
Police Scotland
The role is diverse but demanding. You could be doing anything from policing a football match to assisting at a road accident. Special Constables also police major sporting and public events and provide an excellent bridge between the Police Service and the public, representing both the community within the police service and the police service within local communities.
Specials come from all walks of life and the role can suit those who are able to commit the time to volunteer alongside their own paid employment. It can also be a way for people to experience the role who are considering it as a future career.
You must meet our essential criteria to join and go through the application process. You’ll receive training that is closely aligned to the content of the initial training provided to Probationer Officers, ensuring you are ready to police your streets.
Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action
We need you! If you enjoy having a chat, trying new things and developing your skills then this is the opportunity for you. Older adults (55+) in Dundee can become lonely and isolated through no fault of their own and that’s where Community Companions come in. Two hours a week can make such a difference to an isolated older person. Whether it’s out and about or visiting someone in their home this can be at a time that suits you. Volunteers are matched with people based on similar interests and hobbies. Full and ongoing training and support will be given to help you develop your skills and knowledge. Becoming a Community Companion not only improves other’s wellbeing but also your own. You’re never too old to be a volunteer! If you have what it takes to make a difference get in touch we want to hear from you!
RockSolid Dundee
Rocksolid have secured funding to run a community lunch on a weekly basis for the next year but in order to do this we need community focused like-minded individuals to help us run our lunch. The more people we can involve the better but essentially, we are looking for help to prepare the basic lunch (training can be provided) to prepare the hall for the lunch (your own input would be valued here) and we need volunteers for running of the service (taking orders and serving.) Also with the clearing away at the end.
We are also looking for anyone who would like to come and showcase a talent or special skill at least twice a month. If you think this is something you’d like to get involved with please get in touch.
Community lunch Friday’s service is 12-1.30, Volunteer hours are 10.30-2.20.
Flexible Childcare Services
FCSS has been created to challenge the inflexibility of current childcare provision across the country and to ensure equity of early years’ and childcare experience for all children regardless of family circumstances, location or specific needs.
We are now seeking new Trustees to join our board and help us to drive flexible childcare across Scotland.
Board Trustees are responsible for the charity’s governance and strategy, and for making sure that the charity is administered effectively.
Help us to tackle child poverty by making flexible childcare the rule, not the exception!
Sistema Scotland
Our After School Club is currently open to children who go to school in Douglas (Dundee). We need positive and enthusiastic people to help us make it happen.
Volunteers’ main tasks are:
• Befriend the children - the strength of relationships we build with the children is key to our success. We need committed people who love being around children, cope well under pressure and who have a good sense of fun.
• Support the musicians in sessions – volunteers make a huge difference by encouraging children to concentrate and join in. You will be a strong role model to support them to learn..
• Help with set up and tidying away – getting the right instruments and the right chairs in the right place…
• Supervise children on the walk from their school to the club – chat with children and ensure they arrive safely. Be with them during snack time, hearing about their day.
Signpost International (Dundee)
This voluntary post is for a minimum of three months, and we ask that interns are able to commit to at least six hours per week, some of which can be done remotely.
In conjunction with the Communications Officer tasks may include some or all of the following:
o Writing social media posts and captions and updating the social media pages
o Responding to customer feedback and maintaining communications online
o Creating social media campaigns and calendars to increase engagement and target new audiences
o Creating graphic and visual content for dissemination on social media pages
o Carrying out research for team projects
o Sharing related content from partner organisations with their social media audience
o Analysing social media numbers regularly
o Preparing periodic reports for review.
To apply for this post, please submit a CV and cover letter to peter@signpost-international.org
St Salvadors Episcopal Church: Dundee
Helping out at the Food Cupboard Drop-in involves one or more of the following shared tasks:
On Saturday morning: shopping for basic items in (currently) Aldi Myrekirk (requires a car or van); collecting donated items from ASDA Myrekirk (or other locations); delivering items to the church (requires coordination with a keyholder); setting up tables and serving stations, sorting purchased and donated items into crates for distribution.
On Sunday afternoon: arriving early to assist at the drop-in (running between 1.00 and 2.00 p.m.), manning the door to let in clients one at a time; manning the distribution point to give out milk, loo paper, pet food; monitoring to ensure fair distribution and assisting where needed; manning the tea/coffee station; being a presence to show a friendly face and chat to clients where appropriate; clearing up at the end, vacuuming the floor, and washing-up, etc., in the kitchen.
Kiltwalk
Apply now to volunteer at a Kiltwalk event in 2024!
Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on Scotland’s ultimate walking challenge and fundraise for a charity close to their heart.
Sunday 11th August – Dundee Kiltwalk
Sunday 15th September – Edinburgh Kiltwalk
With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for three volunteer cyclists to provide event support between St Andrews and Tayport as part of the Dundee Kiltwalk. Are you a keen cyclist? Sign up now to volunteer at the Dundee Kiltwalk 2024! We are looking for six cyclists to join our Route team and help support thousands of walkers as they take on the Dundee Kiltwalk and fundraise for a charity close to their heart.
As a Route Kiltie, you will be patrol a designated area of the route on bike, reporting any issues via radio to the Event Control Room (ECR). Other tasks include communicating with the Route team via Whatsapp, encouraging and supporting walkers, checking in with Route Motivator Kilties within your zone and assisting with the removal of signage.
A bike and helmet can be provided if required.
Shift times are as follows, however we may be able to offer some flexibility.
Route Kiltie Zone 1: 7:30am – 4pm, St Andrews - Guardbridge
Route Kiltie Zone 2: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Guardbridge - Tentsmuir Forest
Route Kiltie Zone 3: 10am - 6:30pm, Tentsmuir Forest - Tayport
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for three volunteer cyclists to provide event support between St Andrews and Tayport as part of the Dundee Kiltwalk. Are you a keen cyclist? Sign up now to volunteer at the Dundee Kiltwalk 2024! We are looking for six cyclists to join our Route team and help support thousands of walkers as they take on the Dundee Kiltwalk and fundraise for a charity close to their heart.
As a Route Kiltie, you will be patrol a designated area of the route on bike, reporting any issues via radio to the Event Control Room (ECR). Other tasks include communicating with the Route team via Whatsapp, encouraging and supporting walkers, checking in with Route Motivator Kilties within your zone and assisting with the removal of signage.
A bike and helmet can be provided if required.
Shift times are as follows, however we may be able to offer some flexibility.
Route Kiltie Zone 1: 7:30am – 4pm, St Andrews - Guardbridge
Route Kiltie Zone 2: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Guardbridge - Tentsmuir Forest
Route Kiltie Zone 3: 10am - 6:30pm, Tentsmuir Forest - Tayport
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Sign up now to volunteer at the Dundee Kiltwalk!
Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on the Dundee Kiltwalk and fundraise for a charity close to their heart. The Dundee Kiltwalk will take place between West Sands, St Andrews and Slessor Gardens, Dundee on Sunday 11 August.
With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Sign up now to volunteer at the Dundee Kiltwalk!
Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on the Dundee Kiltwalk and fundraise for a charity close to their heart. The Dundee Kiltwalk will take place between West Sands, St Andrews and Slessor Gardens, Dundee on Sunday 11 August.
With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Ability Net
As an IT Support volunteer you will provide a timely, effective, free and impartial advice and assistance on a one-off or short-term basis, to disabled or older people to resolve their computer related issues in their home and/or remotely.
Dundee Age Concern
Our clients are pretty wonderful and incredibly special to us. Each has their own unique personality and reasons for attending our centre. Your role itself will be about supporting our clients achieve their outcomes. You will need to be a good communicator, (especially listening), and patient with it on some occasions. You will need a positive outlook, good at working in a team, innovate in your thinking, fun loving and care about the happiness of our clients.
Activities based in the Fiveways centre include, music and dancing, dominoes, bingo, cards, gardening, hangman, play your cards right, painting and craftwork, baking, needlework, knitting, boccia, reminiscing, digital storytelling. Out with the centre we visit V&A, the DCA, Verdant works, McManus Galleries, garden centres, local parks, days out to coastal towns or even to a local bistro/pub for a bite to eat. At Christmas there is the Christmas parties and the obligatory pantomime.
Boomerang
We are looking for volunteers who can help at our busy reception area with tasks such as answering the phone, welcoming people to the centre and signing them in. Other tasks may include photocopying, recording some monitoring information, taking in payments for groups and other small admin duties.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-Users believes that it is important to challenge the ideals of our ‘throw-away’ society by showing that second-hand goods are just as acceptable as new ones. We are looking for an experienced electrician to help us by testing and repairing appliances before they are re-sold to the community.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-Users try their best to avoid ditching furniture in landfill. Some of the household goods we receive require upholstering to make them suitable for resale in our shop. We have a dedicated area for upholstery but the ideal volunteer would be looking to develop their existing upholstery skills.
Tayside Re-Users
As an environmental charity, we aim to keep as much as we can out of landfill. One of our main areas of work is recycling electrical goods. This involves recording incoming goods, cleaning and repair and PAT Testing. This role would suit someone who is familiar with the workings of white goods and able to carry out repairs. If you are interested in a diverse role which can help the community, this one is for you!
HMS Unicorn
We are looking for practical people who will help us to maintain the general upkeep of HMS Unicorn for our visitors now and in the future. This will be done through cleaning and other practical tasks on board the ship and on the dockside and approach to the ship. There will also be the opportunity to assist the Maintenance Officer with longer ongoing projects on board the ship.
You will develop an enthusiasm for our historic ship and knowledge of its layout and structure as well as practical skills in keeping it clean and presentable. Volunteers will be given relevant training and supported in these activities.
The key tasks will include:
• Sweeping the decks
• Weeding and maintaining the garden areas in the dockside
• Maintaining the windows and gun ports
• Cleaning out different areas of the ship
• Carrying out other practical tasks as directed by staff
To apply get in touch with our Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer, Caroline Taylor, at caroline@hmsunicorn.org.uk (preferred) or 01382 200900. You will be asked to fill out a short application form followed by a quick informal interview.
Leisure and Culture Dundee
You don’t need to be a sports enthusiast to volunteer and support your local Community Sports Hub. The West End CSH are seeking a confident individual to support sports clubs in the West End with admin duties as Hub Secretary.
The Hub Secretary will work with community leaders from 5 local sports clubs to support the development of further sporting opportunities in the community. We are looking for an individual to take minutes at monthly hub meetings, deal promptly with any correspondence on the hub’s behalf and act as the main admin officer for the hub.
The role gives an individual the opportunity to put their skills to good use to assist other volunteers as part of a community group, feel useful, create new relationships, build new skills and make an impact in supporting local sport. You will be a valued member of the team.
Leisure and Culture Dundee
There are many and varied reasons that volunteers are an asset to the aquatics programme and we aim to make it as inclusive as possible.
Many children with additional support needs can cope with mainstream swimming lessons with additional support, either in-water or on poolside
Disability swim classes benefit from extra support and a volunteer can make a great difference to the progress these children can make.
Some children, particularly pre-school children, have never been in a swimming pool and volunteers can make a huge difference by helping alleviate their fears.
Transform Community Development
Making and taking calls you will help place food orders for charities throughout Tayside and Fife. You will also give customer service if they have any queries or questions regarding their order. The food is delivered to groups serving those experiencing food poverty. FareShare receives donated food from the supply chain that is surplus and would end up in the waste stream. Environmentally and socially this is a great cause and we welcome those interested in helping in whatever way possible.
Barnardo's Scotland
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, 146 Strathmartine Road, Dundee, Angus, DD3 7SE, 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
Barnardo's Scotland
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.
Over 60 donation centres receive and distribute 100’s of bags of stock every single week. All of these donations need to be lifted and shifted so they end up in the right shops - we don’t require a weightlifter, but you will be need to be physically fit to help move the many donations we receive.
As well as working up a sweat, our donation centres also sell a variety of stock which all need processing and putting on the shop floor. 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 once in a while, 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:
Sorting large amounts of donations and stock
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 3 & 4, Abroath Road, Dundee, Angus, DD4 7PU, 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
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
From stunning boutiques full of designer gems to discount stores where you can grab a bargain, our charity shops are much-loved across Scotland.
We are looking for friendly volunteers to help our shop management team assist customers and donors, and ensure the shop is tidy and well stocked. Whether you have a passion for fashion and love chatting to customers, or you would prefer to be behind the scenes in our stockroom, your help could make a difference in your local community.
If you are able to help out during the week, Monday to Friday, we would be particularly keen to hear from you!
Our Retail Volunteer Anne shares why she loves volunteering, “I wanted to learn new skills as well as get to know more people locally, so volunteering in the shop was ideal. I enjoy being part of the team! It’s good to feel useful and part of the successful running of the shop.”
We believe everyone has the right to live life to the full following the diagnosis of a chest or heart condition, stroke, or Long Covid. Our shops are vital in helping us raise the funds needed to provide services such as community support services, specialist nurses, advice and information, education, and peer support.
Join our fabulous team of Retail volunteers and learn new skills, make great friends, and make a real difference to people in Scotland who are isolated, scared, or anxious about their condition.
Dundee Sea Cadets
As independent charities, each Sea Cadet unit has trustees to oversee the management and legal undertakings of the unit. The facilities trustee is tasked with managing the planned maintenance and upkeep of the unit facilities. This role will undertake “regulated activity” and will therefore require an enhanced disclosure with barring check to be repeated at no less than three yearly intervals.
Supported by our unit management team, you will be tasked with:
- Ensuring that all sites, premises, fixtures and fittings and contents are safe and maintained for
use by cadets, volunteers, visitors and contractors.
- Ensuring site and premises security and integrity is maintained (appropriate locks, fencing, CCTV, emergency and security lighting etc).
- Contributing to the unit Risk Register by ensuring necessary facility risk assessments are carried out and recorded and that in date documents such as an asbestos register, fire and electrical certificates are easily accessible for spot checking.
- Assisting the unit chairperson in ensuring the facilities elements of the unit’s health and safety regime is properly managed and the facilities elements of the Corp’s health and safety procedures are followed.
- Advising the unit chairperson of the appropriate property and contents values for the units’ insurance policies.
- Keeping auditable records of and maintaining these and other documentation relating to the ownership and maintenance of the unit’s premises, fixtures & fittings and contents including plans, leases or licenses and warranties. - Any facilities payments to third parties such as ground rent and rates are met (liaising with the treasurer) and for securing the greatest relief possible.
- Devising annual facilities operating budgets and for liaising with the suppliers of utilities (water, gas, electric, telephone, internet access) to maintain supply, ensure regular meter readings are undertaken and cheapest tariffs achieved, liaising with the unit treasurer as appropriate.
- Devising and pursuing a planned maintenance and development programme (including budget) for the unit’s premises, assets, fixtures and fittings and contents, ideally projected at least five years ahead.
- Arranging and quality control of works by volunteers and third party contractors to maintain and replace the unit’s facilities, arranging estimates, quotations and establishing budgets and approving invoices as being ready and accurate for payment by the unit treasurer.
- Managing the hire arrangement and income generation from the unit’s facilities. This includes helping devise charging policies, arranging and managing lettings to third parties and supporting the treasurer in collecting payments. It is to be noted, however, this does not include a caretaker role.
- Advising the unit chairperson and working with the trustees responsible for fundraising on applications to the MSSC Premises Fund and assisting with the identification and applications of external capital funding.
- Reporting regularly on the above principal tasks at unit management team meetings.
- Work closely with the Unit Boats Officer to ensure boating assets are properly maintained and details recorded.
Hanover Housing
The Volunteer Befriender helps residents who feel isolated or unable to get out very easily on their own by giving time on a one to one basis to help a person maintain social contact, provide companionship and reduce loneliness and social isolation.
Volunteer befrienders build a positive relationship with an individual and visit them on a regular basis in their own flat. This could mean spending some time with a person for an hour or two every week/fortnight, we also encourage getting out and about for a coffee or short walk. Generally, befrienders are there to chat and get to know someone, have fun. Support the person to continue with existing interests, whilst encouraging them to embark on new activities.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-Users need volunteers who can fix furniture. Furniture repairers play an important role in ensuring that many items which would otherwise be thrown away are recycled and sold in their shop. If you have a background in furniture repair or joinery, this role is perfect for you! Or come and learn some new skills in sanding, painting and varnishing.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-users receives donations from many sources and often these need to be collected - from our Hub, recycling centres, businesses and members of the public. Sold items also need to be delivered to the customer. As a Van & Warehouse Assistant, you help the Van Driver by collecting items from donors and making deliveries to customers. This involves handling heavy items such as furniture or white goods either on or off a van, into storage or into the sales area while keeping areas safe and tidy. You will need a good level of fitness for this role.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-users uses databases to record and manage the sales of goods and stock movements from collection to sale as well as calculating the savings in weight and CO2 of items which would otherwise be thrown into landfill. This role will involve transferring information from accompanying documentation to the database and then filing the documentation. This role will give you the skills and experience you need to work in many organisations.
Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
On arrival at our centre, Social Care Assistants can assist with tidying the centre, help prepare daily activities and read volunteer notice board for any updates regarding daily rota assigned tasks. On arrival/departure of service users, carers are to meet the bus in the car park and assist with the safe exit/entry of service users. Patience is required as some of the Service Users have mobility problems.
Once our service users are seated, coats are to be collected and placed on corresponding hook in the cloak room. Introduce yourself to services users at allocated lunch table, reading the menu together and filling in appropriate paperwork. To assist if required with cutting food, pouring liquids, or visits to the toilet etc. Help with daily activities and afternoon tea while assisting escorts prepare for the homeward journey. A general tidy of hall in preparation for next day would assist others.
Some of our Service Users have dementia problems, others physical disabilities. For some each day is very similar, with little meaningful contact with other people. We seek to change that by introducing a programme of activities which will help to improve self confidence, mobility, social skills and general well being through learning new skills and engaging with others.
We are looking for people with enthusiasm, a sense of humour, good communication skills, experience of life, and an ability to teach or pass on skills (practical or creative) who would like to come in and share their skills with a group of approximately 30 people.
Activities can be tailored to individual interests and may involve smaller groups as one or more activity can take place daily. We are always open to suggestions.
Once in post, with volunteer consent, we will apply for an I.L.A. (Individual Learning Account) to pay the cost of these courses. Volunteer should read the notice board for updates regarding training or fundraising activities.
Peoples Trust for Endangered Species
Our planet is changing. The climate and biodiversity are in crisis. We can turn the tide, but to do so, we need to keep an eye on wildlife and the natural habitats that support it. We’re looking for volunteers to join a citizen science project recording wild mammals in the green spaces of our towns and cities. Whether a squirrel or fox, wood mouse or bat, every sighting is important and goes to building a bigger picture of how wildlife is faring. The online survey provides information on how to recognise the different species on our doorstep, and is part of an active conservation effort. For more information, visit https://ptes.org/get-involved/surveys/
University of Dundee (Clinical Skills)
Would you like to help train the next generation of healthcare professionals or thinking about a career in a healthcare or in acting/drama? Why not volunteer as a simulated patient in the Clinical Skills Centre at Ninewells Hospital?
The simulated patient programme involves members of the public who volunteer to allow healthcare students to learn and practice consultation and examination skills in a safe and controlled learning environment at the University of Dundee Clinical Skills Centre.
You do not need to have a healthcare or acting background. Training on the role of a simulated patient is given prior to being introduced to the sessions. If you would like more information about this important aspect of healthcare student teaching, please contact: Email: cscugadmin@dundee.ac.uk or visit our website Patient bank Programme where you can complete the Volunteer Recruitment Form.
Food Train Dundee
Van Drivers support our delivery service going out on one of our vans with a Helper. You will pick up shopping boxes from the supermarkets and make multiple deliveries to our customers. You and the Helper will take the groceries into the customer’s house, unpack the groceries, check the order over with the customer and receive the payments.
Minimum time commitment is 6 hours per week, either Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday morning.
Eighteen and Under
Our shadow management group are first and foremost a group of young people that represent other young people and that our workers and trustees can go to for information and guidance. Other responsibilities include helping to carry out job interviews, making decisions about our office, helping us decide what funding we apply for and what training we offer and generally helping to set the direction 18u should go in.
Members of the shadow management group will have the opportunity to improve their communication, writing and teamwork skills and gain valuable experience that can be used in UCAS applications, for CVs and to apply for other volunteer roles.
Home-Start Dundee
Make a difference to a local family.
Home-Start volunteers work alongside families to give compassionate and confidential support, tailored to each family’s needs.
Group volunteers offer practical and emotional support within a group setting, assist the co-ordinator in setting up the creche, assist children in various activities, assist with snacks in the group and are supported by a Co-ordinator.
Dundee Boys Brigade
44th Dundee Boys' Brigade are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead games and sporty activities for their children and young people aged between 5 and 18 years old. The group meets on Thursday evenings during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, cooking, life skills and community projects.
Boomerang
We are looking for volunteers to help at our "freecycle" area. This has clothes and shoes that people can select for free. The volunteer would help keep the area tidy and help people choose items suitable for their needs
The volunteer role will include stock control, sorting donations, tidying the rails and helping people to choose suitable items for their needs.The freecycle area is open at the same time as the larder so you may also have to direct people to the food larder or the cosy café.
Brae Riding for the Disabled
This is an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of stable work - tacking, grooming, leading horses in the school or side walking with riders. Some riders need more assistance than others depending on their ability. It would be helpful if you have an outgoing personality and are able to adapt quickly to different situations. This is a wonderful rewarding opportunity for someone to help us continue to provide a high level of service for our clients. Volunteers will be invited for a short tour of the centre followed by a half-day induction the next week. (Angus border)
Save the Children
Save the Children are looking to engage as many people as possible to get them donating, fundraising and raising awareness. You can help this process through your local networks. This is a terrific role for you to get stuck into and all you’ll need is a computer and a phone.
By researching local businesses, schools and organisations, you’ll also look for potential opportunities and different ways to promote local fundraising activities happening in your community. So, you’ll need to feel confident speaking to different people over the phone, using the internet to carry out research and creating a spreadsheet or report for your Community Fundraising Manager. And once you've done that, you could get involved in the organisation and delivery of different events and initiatives. Each local community is different and with your help we can make the most of the interests and opportunities your local one provides.
MS Therapy Centre (Tayside) Dundee
Would you like:
· The opportunity to enhance your existing skills and knowledge and apply these to the development of an innovative and dynamic charitable organisation?
· To play a key role in the running and development of MS Therapy Centre (Tayside); enabling the charity to continue its positive and valuable work?
We are currently seeking to appoint new board members with specific skills to enhance our existing board membership. Successful candidates will have excellent knowledge and experience of one or more of the following:
· Fundraising
· Marketing
· PR
Candidates do not need experience or knowledge of MS but must be committed and passionate about making a difference.
If this sounds like you and you possess the energy and drive to be part of a successful charitable organisation like MS Therapy (Tayside) then we are keen to hear from you.
Application packs are available on request by emailing Sheila Mitchell at sheila@taysidemstherapy.co,uk.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Sheila using the email address above, where she will be more than happy to arrange this with our Chairperson for you.
Tayside Re-Users
As an environmental charity we aim to keep as much as we can out of landfill. One of our main areas is texttiles. As a Textile Assistant you will be involved in sorting out textiles then preparing them for resale which includes ironing and pricing. This role does not involve dealing with the public but you should have the ability to work well as part of a team.
Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
We have opportunities for domestic assistants. Each person will be responsible for the general cleanliness of communal areas to include toilets, corridors, reception and one small and one large hall. A member of staff will demonstrate training regarding equipment and chemical dilution rates. Volunteers would be encouraged to obtain a Moving & Handling and a First Aid qualification. . An average of 3 hours per day is required. Volunteer should read notice board for updates regarding training or fundraising activities.
Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
Volunteers will be given the opportunity to assist the cook with general kitchen duties, some food preparation, the serving of meals and basic kitchen hygiene. All volunteers will receive training and are required to complete a course at Elementary Food Hygiene Level 1. On arrival at the kitchen, based at Mid-Lin Day Centre, the volunteer will be asked to help prepare the lunch time meal. This will involve basic food preparation e.g peeling potatoes, chopping onions etc. Depending on each volunteer's skills they may be asked to make soup or assist with a sweet course. The volunteer will assist the cook with kitchen hygiene duties. They may be asked to assist with the preparation of foods for the afternoon snack or next day’s menu. This may include home baking etc. No volunteer will be asked to make anything out of his/her comfort zone. Each volunteer will be encouraged to develop his/her skills within the kitchen environment. As confidence grows the volunteer may offer to assist the cook with more tasks but we would like to stress that there is no pressure to take on more responsibility than they feel comfortable with. Volunteers will be encouraged to obtain a Moving & Handling and a First Aid qualification. Volunteers should read notice boards for updates regarding training or fundraising activities.
Tayside Cancer Support (Dundee)
During the course of your term you will be able contribute to the development and delivery of a new strategy, support the organisation in a phase of growth and learn new skills as a governor. Ultimately, Trustees act as stewards, maintaining oversight over the legal and financial health of the organisation to ensure its continued work.
To do this you will attend the eight Executive Committee meetings a year to contribute to the strategy, oversight and promotion of the organisation, but we also ask our Trustees to give their time in supporting fundraising. attending functions and acting as ambassadors.
To apply for this opportunity please send a copy of your C.V. with a short supporting statement to office@taysidecancersupport.org and we'll get back to you within a week for an informal discussion regarding the role. If you have any further question then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Boomerang
We are looking for volunteers to help with stocking shelves and stock rotation, helping with the deliveries, collecting donations from supermarkets, helping those accessing the larder, collecting basic information for monitoring purposes and cash handling.
Hot Chocolate Trust
Hospitality is an important part of Hot Chocolate Trust (HCT). Our youth work team is made up of volunteers and staff, who eat together before each of our youth work sessions. The team meal is an important time to connect as a team and prepare for youth work.
We are looking for volunteers to cook team meals. Being a cook can be a great introduction to budgeting, preparing meals, catering to dietary requirements and food hygiene. If you already have these skills, or would like to develop them, and have some time to help we would love to hear from you.
Volunteer cooks are more than welcome to sit down for the meal with the team. We really value volunteer cooks, who allow a great start for the work we do.
Our youth work sessions take place on Wednesday & Thursday evenings, and Saturday afternoons. We are looking for a minimum commitment of once monthly, unless volunteers are keen to commit to more than this.
SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity
Caseworkers visit clients to work out what type of help they need. Next, they find the right sources of support and arrange for clients to access it. This might be funds for special equipment for someone with a disability, adaptions to a property so an older client can remain at home or funds for a rental deposit. Caseworkers also sign-post clients onto specialist local services for advice on benefits, housing, mental health, debt, finding work etc.
The essential part of the role is interacting with clients, so you may be visiting clients or doing this virtually. As part of your local branch you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home.
What does this role involve?
• Contacting clients and arranging to meet them at a mutually convenient time either face-to-face or remotely
• Liaising with clients and completing a form to assess their circumstances including financial information
• Sign-posting clients onto local services providing specialist advice
• Applying on the client’s behalf to military and non-military sources of charitable funding
• Arranging for the purchase of goods and services
• Keeping in touch with the client so they know how their case is progressing
• Keeping in touch with your branch so they know your availability
• Keeping up to date with training and SSAFA news so that you are best able to support clients
• Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA remembering that anyone you meet could be a potential client, volunteer or fundraiser
• Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the
Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
• Support people in your community with a military background
• Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others
• Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
Minimum Age: 18
Is a criminal record check required? Yes
Dundee City Council
We are looking for help with pick up from a school to out of school care club. This will involve meeting Staff at St Peter and Pauls PS and escorting children in taxi to Glebelands PS. Happy if volunteer would like to stay for a few hours after and help with activities.
Barnardo's Scotland
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
55 Reform Street, Dundee, Angus, DD1 1SP, 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
Sported
We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference throughout the UK so you’ll be paired with a group that are doing really inspiring work. These groups are doing incredible work but require some guidance around fundraising in order to make them more sustainable and increase their capacity.
If you’ve got over 5 years in a range of fundraising then we’d love to hear from you: This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on a community group in your area. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch.
Applications from different ethnicities are encouraged.
The Circle
We are looking for volunteers for our reception desk at Dudhope Castle. This will allow you to expand your communication skills and build confidence in a people-facing role. As a volunteer, you will greet visitors and tenants of the building, answer the reception phone and direct incoming calls, and be involved in a friendly community of like-minded organisations.
Shifts are available from Monday to Friday throughout the week, with additional volunteer events optional throughout the year. Experience is optional for this role as The Circle will provide training and supervision from our staff team. You will gain work experience from volunteering with us and be included in a vibrant and diverse community of volunteers and tenants of Dudhope Castle.
Signpost International (Dundee)
We are looking for a handyperson who can help us with general maintenance jobs around the Round House to keep it well maintained. This would include simple repairs, small painting work and general routine maintenance jobs.
20th Dundee Brownies
Brownies is aimed at girls aged 7-10 for nonstop fun, learning and adventure.
We are looking for a person/people to come and help with the 20th B Brownies Unit in Broughty Ferry. As a Unit Helper, you will be hands on with the running of a unit meeting such as setting up activities, supervising girls when undertaking activities, and helping them when they have questions or need assistance completing an activity. In the past term alone, we’ve completed a First Aid course, sowed seeds, completed a Broughty Ferry walk, visited the cinema, completed many crafts, and played countless games. You’ll discover the joy of being a unit helper – helping girls do things for the first time, encouraging teamwork, and building their confidence and self-esteem. The unit is very friendly and full of enthusiasm. You’re guaranteed to leave every unit meeting with a smile on your face!
Friends of Dundee Law
As a Friend of Dundee Law you will be part of a team of enthusiastic people, giving their time to make our most iconic green space better for everyone. You can develop your interests and learn from others in Nature and wildlife, Geology and Archaeology, Practical Conservation, Committee admin, People and community involvement, Promotion.
The group are involved in activities committee meetings, advice to the council, cutting back overgrown vegetation, wildlife surveys, historical researching etc. You can help put on events for the public or make use of funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund for training.
Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Dundee)
We are non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective & charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world: to express themselves through art.
We are looking for Online Volunteers who will respond to our members in either a live chat (booked in advance) or via email messaging style. Fledgling is currently run by Volunteers online , so this would be an online post.
Dundee Sea Cadets
As independent charities, each Sea Cadet unit has trustees to oversee the management and legal undertakings of the unit. This role will undertake “regulated activity” and will therefore require an enhanced disclosure with barring check to be repeated at no less than three yearly intervals.
The primary purpose of the chairperson is to maintain, develop and chair an effective unit management team (UMT) that supports the unit and meets the aims of the Sea Cadet experience.
The secondary purposes of the unit chairperson are:
· To ensure that all the unit’s activities and matters are conducted legally and comply with charity regulations and Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) policy and procedures.
· To ensure the general welfare, safety and protection of volunteers and cadets when they are involved in unit matters or activities.
· Encouraging cadet forum participation and where appropriate a cadet presence at UMT meetings and unit Annual General Meetings.
· In conjunction with the UMT, to provide a properly maintained, serviced, safe and secure unit premises and property, that is either loaned or owned by the unit.
· In conjunction with the UMT and advised by the CO/OiC to provide where possible the resources necessary for efficient and successful training in the unit.
· To ensure, in consultation with the DO and AO that the unit has a suitable and effective CO/OiC and trained volunteers to meet unit needs.
· To identify unit priorities and potential issues and in conjunction with the UMT develop and maintain plans to address those issues.
Food Train Dundee
The aim of ‘Friends’ is to help improve the quality of life for our customers and address loneliness and social isolation. We are looking for friendly, outgoing and organised volunteers who will provide a safe, consistent and reliable support service to help customers experience companionship/social interaction on a regular basis either on the telephone, in customers homes or on group outings. You will spend time with your befriendee and simply chat, listen and discuss various topics of interest making the service fun and interesting. You will also have to provide project staff with information on how the time spent with befriendee is going and attend volunteer meetings.
Timings - by arrangement. Please enquire.
Food Train Dundee
Working as part of a team of shoppers you will take one of our customer’s orders and go around the store gathering the required items. You will then pack the groceries into shop boxes and help put them through the checkout. Once all the orders are made up we pay the balance of the grocery bill and help the delivery people load the boxes onto the vans ready for delivery.
8.30 am til approx. 12 Noon Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.
Dundee Museum of Transport
We are one of Dundee’s premier visitor attractions (3 Star Visit Scotland award) with visitor numbers increasing year on year. We have a Trip Advisor rating of 2nd out of 120 things to do in Dundee that we are proud of and want to maintain.
The Museum is looking for motivated individuals to join our visitor services team for the coming season. The role offers the individual a chance to gain retail experience in visitor friendly environment. As part of the visitor services team you will assist with meeting and greeting our visitors, working on reception, helping out in the café or acting as a guide to ensure a first class experience. No experience is necessary and training will be given.
Boomerang
A kitchen worker is required to assist staff in preparing meals for our older people’s lunch club and snacks for the toddler groups. The centre cooks all food on a daily basis on site and this position entails all areas from preparation to serving. Other main duties relate to dish washer operation, kitchen surface cleaning and table setting and cleaning. All of these activities to be conducted to agreed standards. Regular contact will be made with centre users, staff and other volunteers, therefore good communication skills are required as well as the ability to be adaptable and work as part of a team.
One World Centre
Our vision is a world where power and resources are more equitably shared amongst the world’s people, where human rights are valued and respected, and where people are living sustainable lifestyles within the environmental limits of the planet. We promote and practise Global Citizenship Education by supporting teachers, schools and community groups in Angus, Dundee, Fife and Perth & Kinross with professional learning and the provision of mentoring, advice and resources.
Being a trustee offers the opportunity for professional development. It can let you gain experience of strategy and leadership, and boost your CV. It will give you experience of influencing direction and managing risk.
Ardler Environmental Group
Ardler Environmental Group are responsible for the maintainance and upkeep of the Ardler Community Garden area. Our volunteers meet once a week on Wednesday mornings to develop and maintain the gardens for the enjoyment of the community. You will help with weeding beds and planting new plants both for the gardens and for selling at community festivals. You can learn about different plants and their upkeep, hanging baskets and how to layout a garden. More experienced gardeners can share their knowledge with the rest of the group who are always keen to learn. When the weather is less clement the group organises trips to garden centres and other gardens to get ideas which you are welcome to take part in.
MS Therapy Centre (Tayside) Dundee
MS Therapy Centre in Dundee is accepting applications from people to join their team of oxygen chamber operators. Our oxygen sessions operate 6 days a week in a non-clinical environment. Volunteers would ideally provide back-up and support to our lead chamber operators. Full training would take place on the premises. As some of our members require assistance in and out of the oxygen chamber, would ask that you are physically fit. Ideally volunteer sessions would last 2-3 hours, once a week. The chamber seats 8 people at one time.
Dundee Blind & Partially Sighted Society
DBPSS regards its volunteers as a vital support in the delivery of its services and social activities for its visually impaired Members. Our rewarding roles are a great way to give back and get involved with your local community.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic, helpful, and willing to get involved volunteers to join our small friendly team. The roles will involve assisting the team to enable them to deliver the activities, and volunteers would be required to help prepare and serve refreshments, assist in the activities (bingo calling experience would be great!), sit and chat with the Members, help us in the kitchen and the dreaded tidying up after activities! A full driving licence would also be helpful.
St Ninian's Stay and Play Family Support Group
We are looking for a enthusiastic person to join our team here at St. Ninian's where we work with and support the families in the community. Your role is to assist in setting up an attractive lunch following our Healthy Eating Plan. This is a simple lunch and consists of homemade soup, sandwiches, drinks and fruit. We also take into account the various ages of the children attending, this includes the needs of babies at different stages. We also take into account any allergies and other dietary requirements.
During lunch we also offer taster sessions and encourage the families to enjoy this opportunity. After lunch you will be doing the washing up and cleaning the kitchen for the next day with the help of another volunteer.
Samaritans Dundee
Volunteers are required to do four duties per month, one of which will be an overnight duty. They listen to those who contact Samaritans, either on the telephone, by email or by visit. However, as volunteers run the branch, many take on extra work. Samaritans work is strictly voluntary.
Home-Start Dundee
Home-Start volunteers work alongside families to give compassionate and confidential support, tailored to each family’s needs.
Trustees are responsible for providing leadership and direction for the scheme within the ethos and values of Home-Start and ensuring that the scheme has a clear mission, vision and strategic direction and is focussed on achieving these.
Also responsible for the effective performance of the scheme, ensuring the scheme complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, including the Home- Start Standards and Methods of Practice and the agreement and quality standards- undertaking an ambassadorial role for Home-Start.
The board meets up every 6-8 weeks and trustee volunteers are asked to commit approximately 10 hours a month.
Tayside Re-Users
Tayside Re-users generates income to operate by recycling items and selling them from its warehouse shop in South Dudhope Mill. As a volunteer Retail Assistant, your main duties would include making sure the shop is clean, tidy, stocked up, merchandised-well and customers are dealt with in a friendly manner. You would be responsible for the stock displays, pricing, serving customers or helping with telephone or online enquiries and making sure that there is sufficient stock on display. You will enjoy helping the public and wish to develop good customer service skills.
Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
Our drivers are expected to complete the daily bus checklist form. Ensure bus has enough fuel for journey/phone is charged and has credit. Drivers to complete general inspection of vehicle, reporting any faults or damage to management as soon as possible. Take part in the morning team meeting. Drivers are responsible for securing walking aids and ensuring all seat belts are fastened, doors are closed and portable step is on board (where applicable) before moving off. To take charge of safety and movement of any other volunteers and service users while travelling on bus and ensure all staff are wearing fluorescent jackets. Bus hygiene and checking safety appliances are in place and complete, while securing gates on return to the centre are all part of the day. Volunteer should read notice board for updates regarding training or fundraising activities. Drivers to assist with other tasks when necessary.
Mid-Lin Day Care ltd
Morning volunteer escorts should attend at morning team meetings. Afternoon volunteers to liase with the volunteer team leader regarding any updated information. When collecting/returning service users, two escorts will go to the house door. Patience is required as some of the Service Users have mobility problems. In some cases, you may need to ensure their home is secure and they have keys to get back in. A visual scan is carried out checking electrical items are switched off. In some cases, contact should be made with other agencies to alert them of departure/return of the Service User from/ to their home. This is an excellent opportunity for volunteers interested in gaining new skills and qualifications in the care of older people. Some of our service users have dementia problems, others physical disabilities. Volunteers will be encouraged to obtain a Moving & Handling and a First Aid qualification. Once in post, with volunteer consent, we will apply for an I.L.A. (Individual Learning Account) to help pay the cost of these courses. Volunteers should read notice boards for updates regarding training or fundraising activities.
Friends of the Earth - Tayside
There are many and varied possibilities for projects which FoET doesn't have enough people to do, ranging from hands-on practical work to research or lobbying. Planting trees is one, dealing with litter is another. How can we encourage people to take home and bin their greasy, sooty instant barbecue trays? Or - it would be good to find out how 'green' local businesses are and encourage improvement where appropriate. Or - provision for cyclists in Dundee is poor; what can be done to improve it? A traffic count might be a good start. The volunteer would have to be prepared to work quite a lot on their own intitiative, but a group member would provide support and guidance in planning and carrying out the project. This is a chance for you to do something you haven't done before and be dead chuffed with the result.
Newfield Community Group
This opportunity will be in our community café at The Crescent in Whitfield. This will include welcoming people into the café, serving teas and coffees, basic cooking skills, adhering to strict health and hygiene rules, dealing with customers, maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the cafe space and kitchen.
Signpost International (Dundee)
We are looking for someone with administrative skills to enter data onto our database, and to help with the production of food labels for our food project.
Signpost International is based at the Roundhouse and is a charity that supports communities to help them help themselves. In Dundee we run the Roundhouse Kitchen where we take food waste and turn this into healthy nutritious meals that are then distributed through the food larders across the city.
Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group
This is an excellent opportunity to build new skills while making a difference to others.
Youth Workers will be required to help young people during activities and outings within the group, assess the needs of the young people during the session, support young people to facilitate personal and social growth to encourage greater social inclusion, and attend training and development opportunities as provided by the group alongside team meetings when necessary.
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for volunteers to provide event support at out start lines in St Andrews and Broughty Ferry and our finish line at Slessor Gardens in Dundee. Tasks will include helping with set up, welcoming and encouraging walkers, assisting at the info tent and luggage drop off / pick up point, directing walkers and handing out snacks, water, medals and merchandise.
Shift times are as follows, however we can offer some flexibility:
Venue Kiltie, Mighty Stride Start, St Andrews: 7am - 2:30pm
Venue Kiltie, Wee Wander Start, Broughty Ferry: 9am - 1pm
Venue Kiltie, Kiltwalk Village, Slessor Gardens: 12:30pm - 9pm
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for volunteers to provide event support at out start lines in St Andrews and Broughty Ferry and our finish line at Slessor Gardens in Dundee. Tasks will include helping with set up, welcoming and encouraging walkers, assisting at the info tent and luggage drop off / pick up point, directing walkers and handing out snacks, water, medals and merchandise.
Shift times are as follows, however we can offer some flexibility:
Venue Kiltie, Mighty Stride Start, St Andrews: 7am - 2:30pm
Venue Kiltie, Wee Wander Start, Broughty Ferry: 9am - 1pm
Venue Kiltie, Kiltwalk Village, Slessor Gardens: 12:30pm - 9pm
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for Course Marshals to help out at the Dundee Kiltwalk on Sunday 11 August in the following areas:
Leuchars, 8:30am - 12:30pm
Slessor Gardens - 10am - 2pm
As a Route Motivator Kiltie (course marshal), you will be positioned at key points along the route to direct walkers and provide them with support, encouragement and motivation when they need it most. This is a fun-filled role and one of the most important to our walkers. Noise makers will be provided!
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Kiltwalk
Kiltwalk are looking for Course Marshals to help out at the Dundee Kiltwalk on Sunday 11 August in the following areas:
Leuchars, 8:30am - 12:30pm
Slessor Gardens - 10am - 2pm
As a Route Motivator Kiltie (course marshal), you will be positioned at key points along the route to direct walkers and provide them with support, encouragement and motivation when they need it most. This is a fun-filled role and one of the most important to our walkers. Noise makers will be provided!
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Transform Community Development
We redistribute food, which would end in in waste, to non-profit organisations in Tayside and Fife. These groups then provide meals for people who are experiencing food poverty, social isolation or other hardship.
We need driver's assistants who can give a few hours to help deliver food to our members. This is a vital part of providing a valuable service to thousands of individuals in need. Working as part of a team, the van crew load and unload crated food to local community food members.
If you are reasonably fit and able bodied and can give a few hours you could make a real difference to a project that is so important to so many.
Transform Community Development
Assisting in our FareShare warehouse, you will pick food orders to be delivered to other charities throughout Tayside and Fife. The food is delivered to groups serving those experiencing food poverty. FareShare receives donated food from the supply chain that is surplus and would end up in the waste stream. Environmentally and socially this is a great cause and we welcome those interested in helping in whatever way possible.
Transform Community Development
Driving our Long Wheel Base delivery vans, you will deliver food to other charities throughout Tayside and Fife. The food is delivered to groups serving those experiencing food poverty. FareShare receives donated food from the supply chain that is surplus and would end up in the waste stream.
Environmentally and socially this is a great cause and we welcome those interested in helping in whatever way possible.
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Being a trustee brings lots of opportunities and there are many reasons why people take on the role. If you’re passionate about making a difference then this could be the role for you! As a Girlguiding Scotland trustee, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to support our work. You’ll make a difference to the lives of thousands of girls. The trustee board focuses on the strategy and performance of Girlguiding Scotland ensuring we continue to develop in response to member needs. Currently the main focus for our work is on providing a motivating and rewarding volunteer experience so that we can build capacity to enable more girls to join Girlguiding in Scotland, thereby ensuring we can sustain the organisation for the future.
As a trustee, you will contribute to shaping the future direction for Girlguiding Scotland and be responsible for ensuring the charity meets all legal obligations. You must be eligible to serve as a trustee of a charity, including being aged 18 or over at the time of appointment. Find out more here about who can be a trustee.
As a trustee you will be an active member of the trustee board, which is chaired by the chief commissioner (our most senior volunteer). The board is responsible for the governance and overall effective management of Girlguiding Scotland. The trustee board ensures that Girlguiding Scotland works within the legal, charitable, and financial requirements of a charity, meets regulatory requirements and promotes good practice.
We’re for all girls and we want Girlguiding Scotland to be a safe and welcoming space for every person that wants to join us. Our trustee board should be as diverse as the girls that we support and inspire which is why we encourage trustee applications from people of all backgrounds. In particular, we would welcome trustee applications from people with disabilities and individuals from ethnic minority groups.
You can find out more about the role by downloading the application pack from our website.
As a warehouse volunteer you will be responsible for picking and packing orders for our charities and community groups. Help us get products to the people who need it! As a Warehouse Assistant you will be at the core of our operations: picking orders for charities, sorting products and helping keep our warehouse in good order.
Why we want you
Parent to Parent is the National Autistic Society’s award-winning UK wide confidential emotional support helpline which is provided over the phone by trained volunteers, who are all parents of autistic children and adults. The volunteers all have personal experience of autism and the impact it has on their own families. They are there to give parents and carers the opportunity to talk through any issues, feelings or problems they’re experiencing. They can suggest helpful strategies, signpost them to other sources of information and support, or just provide a non-judgmental listening ear. Volunteers provide this from their own home.
All volunteers must be a parent or primary carer of an autistic child or adult.
What you will be doing
Calling parents and carers of autistic children and adults who have contacted the Parent to Parent Emotional Support Helpline
Providing emotional support and a non-judgemental listening ear to other parents and carers
Signposting parents, when appropriate, to information and advice services via email
Recording details of interactions with parents on the service’s secure system
Dealing appropriately with confidential information and documentation in line with the service’s policies
Some occasional travel to attend training and forums will be necessary
You will need access to your own computer/laptop with internet access
What will I get out of it?
You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported.
What will I do as a Sported volunteer?
You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport.
Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network.
What will I get out of it?
You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing fundraising skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported.
What will I do as a Sported volunteer?
You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport.
Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network.
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Home-based volunteering, Suitable for groups
At Nourish, our new project looks at researching the ‘British restaurants’ government initiative of the 1940s to develop a Public Dining concept that will support local communities today.
British Restaurants were created to provide a hot, healthy, and cheap meal (9p equivalent to £1.50 today) to those who needed it such as those who had homes destroyed by bombings, ran out of food rations, were desperate for support and a place to socialise and to feel a part of a community. By 1943 there was more than 2,000 restaurants serving 500,000 meals a day. Restaurants were set up by local councils in safe spaces from town halls to local churches, they also featured artwork to make the space engaging and joyful- not just a simple soup kitchen but a proud place for community.
We want individuals from all backgrounds, anywhere in Scotland, with a range of skills and abilities to join us on researching this forgotten history!
We are also interested in learning from international examples of state-subsidized dining experiences as further inspiration for our framework of Public Diners. Our current community researchers have found examples all over the world such as: Milk Bars (Poland), Hawker Centres (Singapore), Langar’s (Sikh Gurdwara), Peoples Commune Kitchens (China) and many more.
This is a mostly at home role, where volunteers can access online collections and archives for anything relating to British Restaurants in Scotland. Volunteers are encouraged, if able, to visit local museums, archives, and libraries for this research also. We will provide support and training for volunteers for accessing these materials.
The role also includes interviewing members of the public who may have visited/ used these restaurants during World War Two and after. We will also be interviewing individuals who also used international examples of state subsidised restaurants. This will involve the actual interviewing but recording and transcribing the session. We will also provide support and training (through a separate group) on this. This means that occasionally a volunteer may need to travel to interviewing locations. Volunteers will be reimbursed for travel and related costs, this will be further explained during onboarding. Volunteers can also be involved with outreach strategies to find interviewees.
All these resources and materials will be used to create a touring exhibition on British Restaurants as evidence and inspiration to how they would work today; Public Diners. Volunteers also have the opportunity to assist in the curation of this exhibition.
This is a great opportunity for those interested in advancing their academic journey or career in the heritage sector or even if you are interested in local history!
For more information about the project and the type of research we are looking for please visit our website: https://www.nourishscotland.org/projects/public-diners/
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Home-based volunteering, Board/trustee role
Creative XR Theatre Lab and SCIO Produced Moon is looking for new trustees who are excited by what we do, who share our values, and who are interested in bringing their experience in finance to join our team.
Our board is looking to grow later this year, adding another voice to our Trustees. Produced Moon is specifically looking for someone interested in our Treasurer role.
Produced Moon is a young arts organisation in an innovative and rapidly growing sector. As our treasurer you would both support us as we deliver the ongoing financial management of the organisation as well as help us think strategically about our future, building financial processes and structures as we grow. This role is great for someone who is interested in gaining board experience and working in a hands-on, collaborative role to support an arts charity delivering meaningful creative projects.
We’re looking for someone who is excited by what Produced Moon does, who shares our values, and who is interested in bringing their experience in finance to join our team. You don’t need to have worked in charity finance before, or have been a board member, and we can offer support and guidance for people who are new to working with charity finances in this way and are keen to learn.
Please read full role descriptions on our website to apply: https://www.producedmoon.co.uk/workwithus
Location: All Scotland ,England, Wales, Northern Ireland
For further information, please contact board@producedmoon.co.uk or visit https://www.producedmoon.co.uk/workwithus
The deadline is Thursday 08 August 2024 at 17:00.
This is an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of stable work - tacking, grooming, leading horses in the school or side walking with riders. Some riders need more assistance than others depending on their ability. It would be helpful if you have an outgoing personality and are able to adapt quickly to different situations. This is a wonderful rewarding opportunity for someone to help us continue to provide a high level of service for our clients. Volunteers will be invited for a short tour of the centre followed by a half-day induction the next week. (Angus border)
As a CHSS Community Connector you can support CHSS any time or anywhere, giving as much or as little time to the tasks as you wish. As long as you have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer you can get involved to ensure No Life is Half Lived.
Are you looking for a great way to meet people and learn new skills?
Become a qualified official with Boxing Scotland and gain the opportunity to help develop grassroots boxing across Scotland.
Full support and training will be provided to applicants.
Long term opportunities for skillful applicants include the ability to officiate at national Scottish and British championships, and if volunteers show high expertise in the field, to be put forward for global events such as European championships, Commonwealth, and Olympic Games.