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

Would you like to work with children and young people? BeFriends is recruiting adult volunteers for our one-to-one befriending and group activities. A registered charity established in 1981, BeFriends works with 5 to 25-year-olds who live in Dundee and are often socially isolated, vulnerable, and experiencing difficulties in their lives. 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 some spare time to give to others, and you would like a new challenge or you may be looking to change career, then why not become a Volunteer Befriender with BeFriends? You do not need to have experience of supporting children and young people, but it is important to have empathy, the ability to engage and a non-judgemental approach to understanding the issues affecting young lives. BeFriends provides volunteers with full training, induction, and on-going support.

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.

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.

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.

The role will involve making sure each client is wearing a properly fitted riding hat. At the first and last lesson of each 12 week block there is also paperwork to be completed for each rider. We also need you to ensure that carers, parents and siblings are not patting/touching the horses at the mounting block as this is a very delicate part of the lesson.

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.

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.

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.

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

The Chatty Café is a nationwide initiative that aims to kick start conversations, get people chatting and reduce loneliness along the way. Central Library is at the heart of the community and is a welcoming safe space for everyone. Our Chatty Cafe will be open one day a month, offering free tea, coffee, and a friendly chat. We are looking for volunteers to host ‘chatter & natter’ tables, where the volunteer helps create a welcoming space where members of the public can get together and chat, should they wish to. This role would suit someone reliable who enjoys meeting and talking to new people. Main Duties - Host a Chatter & Natter session each month. - Meet and greet customers. - Help kick-start conversations, be a friendly face at the table and promote the scheme within your local community. Other Duties - Serve tea and coffee. - Clear empty plates and tables ready for new customers. - Ensure the cafe area remains clean and tidy during service. - Promote library and community groups and events to customers where appropriate.

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.

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.

The Link-Up Project provides a mentoring service to vulnerable young people living within the boundaries of Dundee City. The target group are those young people who are involved in some way with substance misuse or offending. 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.

Dundee Carers Centre is committed to providing information, advice and support locally – and in order to make sure we are reaching the right people in the right places we need your help. The role is varied, interesting and rewarding – and is flexible to suit your life and time commitments. If you know your community well and you think you could help us make sure we reach all the carers in your area, then get in touch. The following are examples of the types of opportunities you could get involved in: Identifying local groups and venues in the area, distributing and maintaining publicity in local businesses and organisations, representing the organisation at community events, assisting with information sessions, drop ins and groups in your local area and much much more You can take on as much or as little as you would like. Preference is given to current or former carers – but more important is that you are enthusiastic and committed to be part of a dynamic team raising the profile of carers in your community,

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.

We are looking for people with lived experience of mental health issues who are passionate about improving awareness and understanding of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. The MWA is a group of experts by experience and experts by professions working together develop and share knowledge and learning about experiences of mental health, wellbeing and recovery. The MWA are designing our own training which we aim to start delivering to workplaces by early 2023, and we'd love you to be involved. Maybe you're interested in doing research or want to develop your research skills. Perhaps you would like to help deliver training sessions. You might have a talent for administrative tasks or enjoy using social media platforms to raise awareness. There is something for everyone, and we always welcome new thoughts and ideas. You will be fully supported by your peers and professional staff at all times.

Although our Active Women session is open to all women a high percentage of our customers are from the BME community. These sessions are intended to provide a comfortable environment for those who would feel uneasy being in the pool supervised by staff members of the opposite sex. We are therefore looking for female volunteers with translator interpreter skills to meet and greet our customers, show them to the changing rooms and poolside. You should be aware that the session is held in a Leisure Centre resulting in variable temperatures.

As part of the Aquatics team your role will be teaching swimming within a session for women with modesty issues, many of whom are members of the BME community. The customers will have a variety of needs from non-swimmers to improving stroke technique or learning a new stroke. The swim teacher will work with individuals within the session, working to the individual needs of the customer. A positive experience in a comfortable setting can improve the health and wellbeing of customers as well as building their confidence as they learn a new skill. Translator/interpreter skills would be advantageous.

Home-Start Dundee provides support to families who have at least one child of pre-school age. The support is provided by the home-visiting befriender who will receive training and then be matched with a suitable family. They will usually visit for 1-3 hours per week. The befriender may provide emotional support to a parent adapting to change or provide practical assistance to a family who may be struggling with day-to-day issues affecting them. The befriender may just need to be a good listener or be able to sign-post the family to other support that is available to them. The befriender will be able to help families cope with the pressures they face and can make a real difference to a family as they move forward in life.

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!

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.

The Volunteer Gardener can make a difference to the lives of our residents and help them live more independently. We are looking for a volunteer to help our residents with general garden maintenance , planting, shrub pruning and hedge cutting.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hearing Voices Network Dundee is dedicated to supporting people who hear voices. We offer self-help groups where people can talk openly about their voices with each other in a safe and understanding environment. This gives them an opportunity to share strategies for coping with their voices. We also offer a variety of therapeutic activities and a befriending project to support our members and volunteers. We are looking for a committed volunteer to be part of our befriending service. The volunteer should be kind, compassionate and have a genuine interest in spending time with Voice Hearers, to help them engage positively in their communities. Full duties and time commitment will be discussed and agreed at the initial meeting.

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 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.

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!

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.

Sense Scotland's One Giant Leap programme supports young people with communication support needs and/or learning disabilities who are in the process of leaving school and we want to hear from you! The group involves supporting members to take part in activities such as art, music, drama, gardening, dance and much more!

The Board is responsible for the success of the credit union, agreeing matters of policy & business strategy, ensuring compliance with legislation and holding the management to account. Board members attend monthly Board meetings and other sub-group meetings as necessary, and keep up to date with the business and policies of the credit union, as well as relevant legislation. Specific vacancies: (i) assisting the Board and management with legal matters, particularly legislation interpretation and review of service level contracts, a qualification and/or practical working knowledge of contract law would be an asset; (ii) an HR role involving liaison with management on staffing matters, reviewing staff contracts and advising on performance management and changes in legislation, understanding and experience of relevant Human Resources legislation and practice would be a considerable asset; (iii) individuals with experience of management in the 'high street' aspects of banking are sought.

The role of the secretary of the Boomerang Community Centre is to support the chair by ensuring the board functions efficiently and effectively. At times, in agreement with the chair, the secretary may carry out their duties directly or delegate them to another trustee or a member of staff and ensure that they have been carried out. At present the Board of Trustees meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am in the Boomerang Community Centre. In addition to the general responsibilities of a trustee, duties of the secretary are as follows. · Preparing agendas in consultation with the chair and circulating them and any supporting papers in good time · Making all the arrangements for meetings (booking the room, arranging for equipment and refreshments, organising facilities for those with additional needs · Receiving agenda items from other trustees/staff · Checking that a quorum is present in accordance with the constitution · Taking minutes and circulating draft minutes to all trustees · Ensuring that the minutes are signed by the chair once they have been approved · Checking that trustees and staff have carried out actions agreed at a previous meeting · Circulating agendas and minutes of the annual general meeting and any special or extraordinary general meetings (where required) · Sitting on appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary panels as required

We need a treasurer to keep our accounts up to date and prepare them for independent audit on a yearly basis, maintain petty cash and make any necessary payments. The treasurer will be expected to oversee all aspects of financial management working closely with other members of the management committee to safeguard the projects finances. In summary, the treasurer is responsible for: General financial oversight; Funding; Financial planning; Financial reporting; Banking and record keeping; Control of fixed assets and stock.

Dundee Community Transport would like the help of a volunteer Secretary to support their AGM and regular Board Meetings. Key duties include · Write minutes from board meetings and AGMS (attendance, discussions, and actions) · Circulate minutes from board meetings/AGM in a timely manner · To edit and resend minutes if any inaccuracies reported by board members · To attend and contribute to discussion and decisions made at board meetings The board usually meets every 6-8 weeks. This has been on zoom recently, but we are hoping to get back to some face to face meetings too. They are usually for about an hour to an hour and a half. We have our AGM usually at the end of November, beginning of December, depending on everyone’s availability.

As a Community Outreach and Events Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Provide a warm, friendly welcome and help visitors to navigate the site. Ensure visitors have a memorable, informative, and safe experience that is accessible to all. Assist with the delivery of a varied programme of community-based events and activities, e.g. guided tours/object handling sessions. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

As a Community Outreach and Events Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Provide a warm, friendly welcome and help visitors to navigate the site. Ensure visitors have a memorable, informative, and safe experience that is accessible to all. Assist with the delivery of a varied programme of community-based events and activities, e.g. guided tours/object handling sessions. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

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.

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!

Welcome guide volunteers are mobile on the main concourse of Ninewells Hospital. The volunteers provide a warm welcome to patients, visitors and staff coming into the hospital. The volunteers will approach people who may be looking lost or needing additional assistance around the hospital. They can provide directions to appointments, clinics or wards as requested and can if required escort people to their destination within the hospital. They are knowledgable of site information for example locations of public toilets, refreshments, public transport information

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

Our Community hub is in need of Volunteer Minibus Drivers. We have a couple of opportunities for drivers; do you have flexible spare time to enable service users to get to and from their Tuesday evening group once a fortnight? Or “as and when” required be able to help with planned trips and outings in and around Dundee or further afield? This is a great opportunity to do a little volunteering and or gain some work experience, meeting others and having an enjoyable experience whilst enabling our client group to participate in activities in the community using our organisation's minibus. The role involves picking up and dropping off service users in and around Dundee. A full driving licence is needed with no endorsements. The volunteer must be aged 25 or over in order to meet the criteria for our minibus insurance policy, If you feel you could help, we would love to hear from you!

The role of the Media Co-ordinator will involve weekly opportunity at Dens Park stadium. You will volunteer alongside the Community Trust Manager to share the roles and activity of the Community Trust via social media, website and match day programme. This role will include visits to projects to promote and raise further awareness. Projects include educational talks and workshops, walking football and sessions for young people. The media co-ordinator will be asked to create a live feed during event delivery and also use pictures and film to bring our projects to life. The co-ordinator will support the development of our website through updates.

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.

Could you spend time with a child, sharing a hobby or activity on a regular basis? Aberlour works with children and young people who have experienced disadvantage, trauma or have disabilities. We pride ourselves on our child centred focus and strong commitment to the individual development of each child emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually. We work with whole families as well as children on their own. We are recruiting volunteer Befrienders to build relationships with children, young people or families. If you have a genuine interest in in the wellbeing of children and young people and live in the Dundee area we would love to hear from you. What will I be doing? Volunteers can make a make a difference to a child, young person or family’s life by:  Spending regular time with a Befriendee (child, young person or parent)  Spending time sharing in an activity or hobby with Befriendee  Encouraging Befriendee to attend groups and try new activities  Giving Befriendee someone to trust and talk to  Helping to support families who are experiences difficulties and being there for families when difficulties arise By volunteering with Aberlour, you can gain:  A sense of satisfaction in helping young people build their confidence and self esteem to achieve their full potential  Experience of supporting young people to flourish.  Practical experience of working with young people  Have fun!

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.

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

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

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.

The Minute Secretary is the person who looks after the recording of all committee meeting minutes, ensuring that the organisation is complying with its obligations and responsibilities to Scottish Swimming and affiliated bodies. • To record accurately the content of committee meetings • To ensure that all minutes are signed off and filed appropriately and circulated to the members • They are of a quality and standard which will be typed up and are easily understood reflecting the accuracy of the meeting.

Volunteers can be involved with gardening tasks, designing new areas of garden development, planning and running events. We are always keen to build on volunteer’s interests, skills and experience and therefore encourage suggestions and ideas and volunteers from all walks of life. It is not expected new volunteers to be an expert, or even to have any previous gardening experience. We welcome an array of skills.

Become an inspection volunteer Our work is improved by involving people who use services and their carers. We have many innovative ways that people can get involved with us and can influence our work.  Our Involvement and equalities charter outlines how we involve people who use care services and informal carers in our work. If you have personal experience of using a service or you have cared for someone close who has used a service there are many ways you can get involved with us. You do not have to have any qualifications. Your personal experience gives you a unique insight. If you would like to find out more or if you would like us to post you an application form - please email us at get.involved@careinspectorate.gov.scot

At Campy Growers, we want to make locally grown food accessible for all. From sowing to harvesting, to building raised beds and revitalizing the soil, Campy Growers has endless opportunities in term of growing. We are a passionate team, ready to bring to project to life! Volunteers learn all the ropes of a Market Garden and production on a larger scale. It is a exciting and vital project for Dundee to face food insecurity and climate crisis. Be part of the change! You can also get in touch through social media: @CampyGrowers

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one setting either in service user's home, community venue or care home. The service will all depend on Scottish Government Covid guidelines. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one setting either in service user's home, community venue or care home. The service will all depend on Scottish Government Covid guidelines. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one setting either in service user's home, community venue or care home. The service will all depend on Scottish Government Covid guidelines. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one setting either in service user's home, community venue or care home. The service will all depend on Scottish Government Covid guidelines. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one setting either in service user's home, community venue or care home. The service will all depend on Scottish Government Covid guidelines. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).

We currently have around 40 shops/ community hubs across Scotland. Our shops and hubs help us raise funds so we can provide our services to the people who need us. Every one of our stores relies on a team of volunteers to help run it and support our staff. Quite simply, we cannot provide our services or raise funds without the amazing support of our volunteers. The time, support and the work they do is vital to us and the people we help. By helping out in one of our stores, you can make a difference to people and their families in Scotland who are isolated, scared or anxious about their condition.

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.

A Befriender’s role is varied, and is determined by the needs of the person you are befriending. Generally, you will be expected to: meet with the client on a regular basis either in person or via phone, offer emotional, social, listening and practical support to clients whose lives are affected by cancer; help them to access information about available services to complement the care and support of family, friends, and other care networks and recognise the potential need for further support. You should maintain confidentiality and trustworthiness at all times. You will be expected to participate in training events, and to support TCS by contributing to fundraising events for a minimum of 6 hours per year.

Dundee Carers Centre provides a range of group support activities for carers of all ages. Types of groups include: • Drop In Café for adult carers • Peer Support groups for young carers • Activity groups for young carers • Walking Groups • Arts & Crafts group for adult carers • Peer Support groups for adult carers All of our groups rely on volunteers working closely as part of a team with paid staff to organise and run these groups and activities. If you would like to be part of a supportive team, providing creative and empathetic support to carers then we’d love to hear from you. Although we are now beginning to work with carers again in real life, much of our support remains online – so we are particularly keen to hear from you if you are confident in using online platforms – and supporting others to use them as well.

Would you like to help train the next generation of healthcare professionals or are you thinking about a career in a healthcare setting? 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. 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: patientbank@dundee.ac.uk or visit our website Patient bank Programme where you can complete the Volunteer Recruitment Form.

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.

Visiting Leisure Centres can be a daunting experience for anyone on the Autistic Spectrum as it is, by nature, a noisy and exciting environment. We have an autism friendly session one Sunday every month, during Dundee School term times, as well as children attending our swimming lessons who are on the Autistic Spectrum. The main duties include meeting and greeting customers, be a familiar face providing a friendly welcome, show customers to the changing rooms and poolside, be on hand to give information/answer queries.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 them. 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 grey squirrel or fox, or red fox, bats or deer, every sighting is important and goes to build a bigger picture of how wildlife is faring. The online Living with Mammals survey has information to recognise the species on our doorsteps and is part of an active conservation effort. Other surveys too require your help, whether you live in the heart of the city or more rural areas. Living with Mammals takes place throughout the year and more details can be found at https://ptes.org/get-involved/surveys/

Supporting youth workers and getting alongside young people to help out in activities. This is an opportunity for people within the community to engage with their local young people and give them somewhere to go i.e. stop them gathering in the streets. Get involved in educational activities and trips that we provide. General help is welcome, as is bringing any special skills, e.g. arts, crafts, sport, music, etc. The Youth Café is open 5 evenings per week (M.T.T.F.S) where the young people can take advantage of a number of activities, and have access to information, including a gaming system, music, television, snacks, and a range of soft drinks.

Would you like to help children engage with play activities to build their skills and confidence? We are currently looking for volunteers to help improve the health and social wellbeing of children through fun activities. Aberlour works with children and young people who have experienced disadvantage, trauma or have disabilities. We pride ourselves on our child centred focus and strong commitment to the individual development of each child emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually. We work with whole families as well as children on their own. If you have a genuine interest in the wellbeing of children and young people and live in the Dundee area we would love to hear from you. What will I be doing? Volunteers can make a make a difference to a child, young person or family’s life by:  Assisting children with activities that can vary from music, storytelling and dance  Helping children with their emotional and physical wellbeing through activities such as arts and crafts  Supporting staff to undertake new activities  Helping children to have fun  Building young children’s confidence and self esteem  Supporting staff at outings  Welcoming families into the group and making them feel comfortable  Being a positive role model By volunteering with Aberlour, you can gain:  A sense of satisfaction in helping young people build their confidence and selfesteem to achieve their full potential  Experience of supporting young people to flourish.  Practical experience of working with young people  Have fun!

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.

Volunteers will talk to people about their needs then support them to access information on our website, complete forms, or access another service. The volunteer could also undertake some other admin or data input tasks during quiet spells, and support our efforts to raise awareness about our advice service. This is a great role for somebody who is empathetic and passionate about reducing homelessness or housing issues in Scotland. It would also suit somebody who would like experience in an advice or support role.

Our  shop volunteers  are  helping us beat cancer right now.   In 2019/20, 14,000 volunteers gave 3.1 million hours of their time and sold items totalling £15million. These funds are helping us start new clinical trials and research treatments as we speak.  If you  volunteer  at a Cancer Research UK shop,  you too could make a real difference to what we can achieve.  Nothing we do would be possible without  amazing volunteers  like you.  You’ll also  gain valuable skills to help develop your CV and experience.  And you’ll volunteer alongside a wonderful team of passionate, friendly people  who will support you  every step of the way.  Volunteering is open to everyone and no experience is required.  So,  if you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from  you.  What do shop volunteers do?  Volunteering in our shops is varied, exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same and you have the chance to flex different skills regularly. There are always new opportunities to keep you engaged and help you grow and develop in your role.  While this list is not exhaustive, it gives you a flavour of some of the typical tasks in our charity shops:  Serving customers, taking  payments  and providing good all-round customer service  Sorting through donated items and pricing stock  Working on window and shop displays  Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised  Interacting with the general public  Following new health, safety and social distancing measures  You don’t need any experience to volunteer  You just need to be motivated, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team. There’ll be a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you’re fully confident and able to excel in your role.  Why should I volunteer? Volunteering brings a wealth of benefits, both personal and professional.   Every volunteer hour  you  donate means we can sell 6 items and make £20 of income. So, if you volunteer for a 7-hour day, this can generate £140. That means that every day you volunteer, you’ll be raising more funds to beat cancer.   You’ll gain important skills that are hugely valued in the workplace such as teamwork, communication and using your initiative.  You can boost your CV by working towards an NVQ in Retail with Derby College,  and  we'll provide you with a reference.  It will allow you to get involved in your local community and to meet new friends.  Our friendly  CRUK  team will be there to support you all the way – offering guidance and helping you build your confidence.  It’s fun – you’ll gain real satisfaction from volunteering alongside our warm, friendly shop volunteers who will make you feel right at home. The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 18 . If  you’re aged  between 16 -18 you may still be able to volunteer in our  shops,  but you must be on a recognised scheme, for example, the Duke of Edinburgh. 

Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community. We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our Dundee group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here. In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills. To find out more about what services this group currently offer please go to https://volunteers.mssociety.org.uk/group-coordinator Time Commitment We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS. About you You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services. You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the Ayrshire area to carry out this role. Apply online or for further information contact simon.moran@mssociety.org.uk The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

At Campy Growers, we want to make locally grown food accessible for all. The good news is you don't need to have green fingers to support the project! For the Campy Growers to work, we also need a good communication to inspire people, like we have been inspired ourself. This opportunity will lead you to create newsletters, website referencement and website content. You can also get in touch through social media: @CampyGrowers

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.

Dundee Carers Centre supports disabled people and carers from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. We are looking to recruit volunteers who have multi-lingual skills to help out with various activities. In particular, we would be keen to recruit volunteers who can communicate in Cantonese, Urdu and Punjabi. BME volunteers will take part in a range of different activities that the Centre runs. These may include: awareness raising, helping at regular group events and outings, and providing information and other support, e.g., advocacy work, filling out forms, contact with other organisations, etc.

We are looking for volunteers who would be able to provide one to one support to a young or adult carer to be able to fully participate and engage in social or community life. Carers of all ages often experience social isolation due to their caring role and can find it hard to put themselves first and get involved in groups, learning or social activities for themselves. You will be matched with a carer by a member of the Carer Support Team and you will support that carer, through agreed activities, to work towards the goals they have set themselves and support them to engage in activities that are important to them. We are currently offering a blended model of support and during the current pandemic and some of the support given may also be via an online platform.

As the population of the 65+ community in Dundee increases so do the number of elderly people who are isolated and lonely. Help us to keep older people independent, safe and well in their own homes by being a volunteer driver, enabling older people to get to appointments, do their own shopping or enjoy meeting up with friends and family. You will hold a full drivers licence and if you have access to a suitable and reliable car you must hold comprehensive insurance. You will be happy to collect our customers from their own home and drive them to their desired location. Where appropriate you may have to wait for a period of time before taking the passenger home. Your responsibilities will include cash handling, light paperwork and you will be required to become a member of the PVG scheme. All costs associated with your role as a volunteer will be met by DCT. DCT are keen to recruit drivers from anywhere in 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.

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.

We are looking for volunteers to provide telephone, in person and email advice to clients in Dundee, covering topics such as benefits, housing, employment and immigration. You will be tasked with researching the clients issue using “Adviser Net”, local files and / or reference books, explaining the information to clients and giving them advice on their choices. You will be expected to work under citizens advice’s principles of providing free, confidential, impartial and independent advice. Training will be provided in full. We have extensive training opportunities provided as well as the mandatory Adviser Training Programme. The Adviser Training Programme is extensive, and as such we are looking for individuals that can commit to 2+ years of service, for roughly 6 hours per week. This can be completed Monday-Friday. Any students who wish to apply will only be considered if they have more than 2 years left of their studies before entering the work-force.

As an Education Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Assist with setting up and preparing resources for Learning visits. Support the delivery of fun and engaging curricular-based activities, including guided tours and interactive workshops. Learn more about our award-winning Learning programme, with the potential to lead on elements of our tours and workshops. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

As an Education Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Assist with setting up and preparing resources for Learning visits. Support the delivery of fun and engaging curricular-based activities, including guided tours and interactive workshops. Learn more about our award-winning Learning programme, with the potential to lead on elements of our tours and workshops. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

Under direction of the Ship’s Crew, you will: Assist with an array of preservation and maintenance tasks. Provide a warm, friendly welcome to all visitors. Signpost and help visitors to navigate the site. Answer questions and provide information to visitors on any preservation/maintenance underway.

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.

Our Creative Space is an exciting new project based in the Wellgate Centre and is all about sharing and learning new creative skills to help improve the wellbeing of our participants. While helping our partners to maintain attractive plant and flower displays, our waterfront gardening groups are designed to help our participants to connect with others, to try new things and learn new skills and to collaborate with others Our volunteers will work with staff and participants to generate themes and ideas for the group and ensure that everyone is included in the activity Main Tasks · Help to plan activities in advance Ensure that participants have the tools for the job Demonstrate how to use tools or carry out tasks and support participants to practice skills Ensure that everyone works safely Ensure that all tools and materials are collected, and returned to the office or stored safel

This role is adhoc and required when there are Scottish Dementia Working Group (SDWG) meetings. Meetings can be local (Dundee) or further afield (Glasgow) and the volunteer would support the attendees of the SDWG who have dementia to maintain independence in travelling to these meetings. Opportunity also to support the SDWG worker facilitate the meetings.

Volunteer Drivers will support individuals with dementia and possibly their carer/supporter to maintain independence and access Alzheimer Scotland Community Activities and Café. Drivers will be responsible for the safe transfer of individuals from their home to the activity and back again. Volunteer Drivers can engage in the activity or drop off the individual and return for them to transport them safely home at the end of the activity. Drivers should have a well maintained vehicle and Alzheimer Scotland will be required to have copies of vehicle/driver documentation. Drivers should have space to store a walking aid should the service user require such aids. Drivers may be asked to support more than 1 service user to/from the activity. Community Activities/Café take place in and around the City of Dundee. Monday-Friday.

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.

Hillcrest Future’s Community Hub in Dundee provides music activities for enthusiasts over the age of 16 who have various disabilities and support needs. Dependent on the individuals involved, activities may include helping and encouraging service users to take part in playing the drums, Ukulele and or singing. Volunteers will assist the group leader in activities, chat to service users and make them feel welcome, undertake admin tasks such as taking register, handing out paperwork as required.

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.

Some donations which Tayside Re-users receive are not suitable for restoring to their original condition and these are upcycled into something new instead. For this, Tayside Re-users need a Paint Sprayer. This will involve using our spray booth and spray equipment to upcycle household goods and furniture. This opportunity would suit someone who is considering a trade as a career. Paint spraying experience is preferred but basic training can be given.

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.

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.

• You will be a decision maker on the best strategy for the ongoing success of the organisation. • Be responsible for policies, objectives and functions of the organisation. • Be available to attend 8-10 Board meetings per year • Have knowledge of health and social care, commerce, governance or IT skills. • Be local to the Tayside area. • Share our vision to make a difference for the older people of 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.

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.

We need enthusiastic people to join our team who are willing to learn new skills, develop and be a part of a busy shop environment. We need shop floor and stockroom volunteers who are passionate about our cause, are a fashionista in the making or just fancy a chat and a cuppa!

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.

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 • 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

Just Bee Productions are excited to announce a brand new Community Café in the heart of Dundee. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in working with people and to develop new fundamental skills that you can use in everyday life! As a kitchen volunteer, your role will focus upon maintaining cleanliness, preparing and serving food and working as part of a team. There will be a chance to come to the premises and have a discussion with the workers of Just Bee about your role in person (this is not a taster session)

Just Bee Productions are excited to announce a brand new Community Café in the heart of Dundee. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in working with people and to develop new fundamental skills that you can use in everyday life! As a front of house volunteer, you will be welcoming and serving customers while maintaining the cleanliness of front of house. You will always be working as part of a team, it is important that you can communicate well with your team but also be proactive with the tasks above. There will be a chance to come to the premises and have a discussion with the workers of Just Bee about your role in person (this is not a taster session).

We are looking for volunteers to telephone patients who have recently been discharged from hospital, enquire how they are and provide reassurance and support to those who need it. These patients will not need full social care assessments and this role is not about providing counselling or therapy. Some patients who are ready to be discharged from hospital can end up spending extra time in hospital. Sometimes this may be because they live alone, and staff are worried about them accessing the support they need. The patients you call are those who will benefit from a bit of extra support to make the process of getting home from hospital a bit easier. With a bit of extra support in the days following discharge from hospital, it may be possible to spot problems early, and in some cases to prevent readmission to hospital. Role: To provide telephone support and signposting for patients who are recently discharge from hospital. You will play an integral role in providing reassurance and support to patients following their discharge from hospital.

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.

You will be helping youth work staff to deliver a range of activities with young people through groups, clubs and creative activities including: art, games, cooking, sport, gardening, music and social enterprise project. Help at one or more of RockSolid’s groups running on Monday nights, Tuesday & Wednesday afternoons or Friday nights. You will work alongside young people to help make RockSolid “theirs”. General helper or assisting/leading activities that reflect own interests/talents.

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

A chance to enhance/develop existing skills duties include: * prepare and distribute the monthly committee meeting agenda & minutes * maintain the Club's Constitution & Bye-Laws, Policies & Procedures and any working agreements *co-ordinate all correspondence to the club and respond as appropriate on behalf of the club * attend the club monthly committee meetings, giving a report on any correspondence received /sent * act as the main admin interface between the club and external agencies with whom we work * routing incoming enquiries to the appropriate committee member(s) for action * in conjunction with the IT convener, maintain the clubs policies, handbook and procedures up to date * be a member of the clubs executive committee and participate in the efficent running of the club * gather information to prepare a final report for the Clubs Annual General Meeting

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

We 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.

Every one of our stores relies on a team of volunteers to help run it and support our staff. Quite simply, we cannot provide our services or raise funds without the amazing support of our volunteers. The time, support and the work they do is vital to us and the people we help. By helping out in one of our stores, you can make a difference to people and their families in Scotland who are isolated, scared or anxious about their condition.

The Yusuf Youth Initiative (YYI) was set up in 2004 by a group of young enthusiasts who are driven by the desire to work for their community and improve their society. The group have undertaken a number of community projects on a local and national scale. Volunteers Delivery Drivers are needed for the Foodbank. This will involve picking up the food parcels around lunchtime from their office at West Pitkerro Industrial Estate and delivering them to those in need's home using your own vehicle. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed. The volunteers can pick up the parcel any time between 11:30 hours to 12:50 hours and then deliver it to the clients at their convenient time. Deliveries are made on Monday to Friday.

Plusone mentoring is looking for people that are willing to regularly meet up with a young person and do things together that are fun and engaging. You must be a good listener and be able to engage in conversations with the young person to encourage them to develop important life skills. You will always set a good example to the young person and encourage positive behaviour. You will play an important role in helping a young person achieve their full potential and build on the young person's strengths. This kind of relationship would make a difference within the community and make a difference in the life of a young person, supporting them to make better choices. The mentor has the opportunity to meet new people and make a difference in their community. This also gives the young person and the Mentor the chance to try new things together.

Our Visitor Engagement Volunteers are the highlight of a visit to Verdant Works or Discovery Point, making all the difference between a good and great day! As a Visitor Engagement Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Provide a warm, friendly welcome. Signpost and help visitors to navigate the site. Enhance the visitor experience with your enthusiasm and expertise, whether this is encouraging visitors to engage with our interactive exhibits, answering questions, or providing additional context. Provide information to visitors on the Trust, membership, fundraising, volunteering opportunities, and events & activities. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

Our Visitor Engagement Volunteers are the highlight of a visit to Verdant Works or Discovery Point, making all the difference between a good and great day! As a Visitor Engagement Volunteer, you will work alongside staff to: Provide a warm, friendly welcome. Signpost and help visitors to navigate the site. Enhance the visitor experience with your enthusiasm and expertise, whether this is encouraging visitors to engage with our interactive exhibits, answering questions, or providing additional context. Provide information to visitors on the Trust, membership, fundraising, volunteering opportunities, and events & activities. Have fun as part of an award-winning team!

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.

You will be there to watch, listen and work with staff members. You will be involved in a wide variety of activities such as: singing, dancing, playing games, dicussion groups, reminiscence, helping with crafts, baking, gardening, walking, trips, dining duties, toileting, talking, listening, laughing. You may also be asked to set the table, make cups of tea, wash dishes, tidy up or escort a client from their day care home. At times it may seem as though you are doing nothing, but simply holding someone's hand or sitting listening with one of the members will be one of your most valuable contributions. Training & expenses are given to all volunteers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

There are a wide variety of different volunteering opportunities within the Health and Well-being team. Fitness sessions, Health walks, Dance, Gentle movement, Outdoor play, Sports activities, Gardening, Early year play activities, Family fun activities, Administration and Events.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Volunteer in our shops Our shop volunteers are helping us beat cancer right now.   In 2019/20, 14,000 volunteers gave 3.1 million hours of their time and sold items totalling £15million. These funds are helping us start new clinical trials and research treatments as we speak.  If you volunteer at a Cancer Research UK shop, you too could make a real difference to what we can achieve. Nothing we do would be possible without amazing volunteers like you.  You’ll also gain valuable skills to help develop your CV and experience. And you’ll volunteer alongside a wonderful team of passionate, friendly people who will support you every step of the way.  Volunteering is open to everyone and no experience is required. So, if you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.  What do shop volunteers do?  Volunteering in our shops is varied, exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same and you have the chance to flex different skills regularly. There are always new opportunities to keep you engaged and help you grow and develop in your role.  While this list is not exhaustive, it gives you a flavour of some of the typical tasks in our charity shops:  Serving customers, taking cash and providing good all-round customer service  Sorting through donated items and pricing stock  Working on window and shop displays  Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised  Interacting with the general public  Following new health, safety and social distancing measures  You don’t need any experience to volunteer  You just need to be motivated, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team. There’ll be a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you’re fully confident and able to excel in your role.  Why should I volunteer? Volunteering brings a wealth of benefits, both personal and professional.   Every volunteer hour you donate means we can sell 6 items and make £20 of income. So, if you volunteer for a 7-hour day, this can generate £140. That means that every day you volunteer, you’ll be raising more funds to beat cancer.   You’ll gain important skills that are hugely valued in the workplace such as teamwork, communication and using your initiative.  You can boost your CV by working towards an NVQ in Retail with Derby College, and we'll provide you with a reference.  It will allow you to get involved in your local community and to meet new friends.  Our friendly CRUK team will be there to support you all the way – offering guidance and helping you build your confidence.  It’s fun – you’ll gain real satisfaction from volunteering alongside our warm, friendly shop volunteers who will make you feel right at home. The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 18 . If you’re aged between 16 -18 you may still be able to volunteer in our shops, but you must be on a recognised scheme, for example the Duke of Edinburgh

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.