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.

This role includes teaching bilingual children and adults. If you can speak fluent Russian you can develop your own subject as long as it sounds interesting and engaging.

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.

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!

Each night of the week, Bridge FM have a Request Show and a Studio Assistant is needed for each one. The Studio Assistant is responsible for looking out music which is requested by patients and additional music which will fit into the style of music on the programme. The Studio Assistant will also deal with telephone and email requests. The cleanliness and tidiness of the studio complex is operated on a rota system between the Studio Assistants for each evening and everyone is expected to do their fair share of work. The Studio Assistant is also responsible for maintaining the CD library and may be needed to take part in on air content.

Be a team member in the day to day running of the branch. Help in the organisation of social events and branch meetings. Take a constructive interest during committee and branch meetings.

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.

Volunteers support the Child Contact Centre Organisers to provide a neutral, welcoming, safe, child-focused environment and to facilitate contact between children and their parent or other family member they do not live with. Support and role specific training is provided. The role is subject to a PVG disclosure check. The role includes: Ensuring contact rooms are equipped with age appropriate toys and materials. Welcoming parents and children to help make them feel at ease. Supporting children to go from one parent to the other. Encouraging and helping families tidy up their room when finished. Answering the door buzzer and the telephone. Attending training and other events.

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.

The project offers volunteers the chance to work with children and families living in the Mid-Craigie and Linlathen areas of Dundee. Volunteers are encouraged to play an active role in the project and participate fully in the planning, organisation and implementation of the groups. Opportunities include working within the project's out of school care setting and gaining practical experience of childcare, developing play opportunities and participating in after school activities. Volunteers also have the opportunity to become involved in the community development side of the project ie. project organisation and management. Access to training is provided to all volunteers and travel expenses reimbursed.

As a member of the HMS Unicorn Maintenance Team, you will be crucial to the ongoing preservation of one of the world's oldest ships. Not only will you help with the upkeep of the vessel, but you will develop knowledge of the vessel and gain experience in a range of practical skills, all of which are transferrable to other areas of work. Reporting to the ship's maintenance officer, you will receive training to undertake a variety of tasks onboard while adhering to health & safety policies and correct use of PPE. You will get the chance to use different hand tools and build confidence with practical skills and DIY, as well as contribute to the overall appearance and cleanliness of the vessel. As a member of the HMS Unicorn volunteer team, you will also get the chance to meet other people and be invited to different group social events.

The role of the Usher involves assisting our audiences in and around the theatre and responsibilities can vary for each performance with support from the front of house manager and venue manager. Duties include directing customers to the theatre facilities, checking tickets and showing people to their seats, selling ice cream and programmes, dealing effectively with latecomers, audience related enquiries and problems, and taking responsibility for the safe evacuation of the visiting public during an incident.

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.

The business of Save by the Bell is managed by the Management Committee who set priorities in the use of staff and other resources. An opportunity exists for interested individuals to join the Management Committee and assist in the management of Save by the Bell. Management Committee members will be expected to attend Committee meetings to discuss issues affecting Save by the Bell staff, funding and business with other Management Committee members and to participate in any decisions required.

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.

The Ardler Village Trust operates a successful Charity Shop to help raise funds for local projects. The Trust is now looking for enthusiastic volunteers to work as Shop Assistants where they can meet new friends and learn valuable skills. You will join a team of cheerful workers undertaking a variety of roles including sorting donated goods, creating window displays, marketing the shop, serving customers and cash handling. The AVT will also seek to support our volunteers through training and guidance should that be required. The shop aims to not only provide quality, low cost household and clothing items for local people it will also act as site to train volunteers and create a source of income for the Ardler Village Trust from which it can continue its community development work.

Presently we are aware of limited contact with individuals and families from ethnic communities in seeking advice on energy related matters. Your role would involve working with energy advisors from the Dundee Energy Efficiency Advice Project (DEEAP) to make ethnic communities aware of the services DEEAP provides. You would benefit from being associated with a well respected and dedicated team working to increase/achieve warm, dry, affordable homes. We would encourage you to undertake the City & Guilds qualification in "Energy Awareness" of which we would meet the cost. This would allow you to pass on your knowledge and understanding of energy issues and allow resolution of such matters. Importantly, you would enable individuals and families to reduce fuel spend, enhance insulation levels, maximise household income, register families for fuel discounted tariffs and assist with grant applications.

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.

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.

Many Deaf and hard of hearing people feel lonely, isolated, cut off from friends, families and communities. They can develop health issues due to the problems they encounter because of their deafness and accompanying communication difficulties. They regularly face social exclusion, discrimination and poor understanding of their needs from service providers, employers and the community in general. Volunteer Befrienders will support the Deaf/Hard of Hearing person online or in person in building up their confidence and coping skills outside the home and widening their ability to travel. Befrienders work with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing people to support whichever goal that person may wish to achieve and support them with everyday activities that most of us take for granted such as shopping, art galleries, social clubs, exhibitions, accessing local community activities, libraries.

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.

Meeting once a week in Douglas Community Centre, the mosaic group work on projects for the community spaces along the Dighty. You do not need to be particularly artistic as peer mentoring and training will be given. All equipment, safety wear and refreshments are provided. This opportunity would suit someone looking to learn a new skill, feel valued and impove the local community.

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.

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 Library and Information service of Leisure and Culture Dundee, your role will be to work within an informal library environment to support customers to develop their basic I.T. skills. This role will have a focus on developing individuals skills to enable the customer to engage with Internet based welfare rights and employabililty systems. Main tasks include providing training to individuals covering a variety of basic I.T. skills such as sending emails and using search engines, helping customers to use databases and Internet based welfare rights and employability systems, and signposting customers to specialist agencies and services.

The club is looking for volunteers with swimming experience to be swimming club assistants and progress to train as teachers to enable them to help in the coaching of swimmers in the age group 5-18. Initially you would work alongside qualified personnel on the poolside for a period of a few months. Attendance at a locally held teachers' training course would then be organised. This involves both poolside instruction and lecture room activity. After gaining qualifications, you would be given more responsibility and become involved with scheduling, specialised training, team selection, etc.

Walk leaders can make a significant difference to people’s lives as when you’re living with or after cancer, physical activity can help you make a positive change to your life. Doctors used to advise people to rest as much as possible during and after cancer treatment, however we now know that too much rest results in loss of muscle strength and low energy levels. It is for this reason that we are delivering the Move More project. The aim of the project is to support anyone affected by cancer to become more active by walking. Health walkers can enjoy a whole range of benefits including increased strength, improved mood and increased social interactions with local people and the local area. Walking requires no special equipment or expense and is the ideal way for most people to become more active.

We are really excited to be putting a call out for people to help us. As our Transport Museum grows, we are creating and promoting new exhibitions, and events for everyone in the community, BY the community and we want you to get involved! Typical roles include, Front of House Assistant- meet and greet customer service advisers, Admin Assistants with several roles to choose from, Archivists, Social Media Leads, Writers for our magazine, Artists, Retail Assistants, Exhibition Researchers, Education Assistants and so much more! If you are looking to change career and learn new skills, or indeed teach us some, get in contact! You just might want to do something different or just enjoy lending your spare time helping our community. There's something here for everyone so please do get in touch.

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

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.

Volunteers help ensure the shop is tidy and attractive; you can use your creativity to make eye-catching window displays, sorting and replacing stock to keep the shop looking fresh and stylish. Incoming donations are organised and labelled, and clothes steamed and tagged. Our polite, approachable volunteers assist customers; welcoming them through the door, ringing purchases through the cash register and encouraging signing up to the Gift Aid scheme. A bonus of volunteering in this role is having access to great quality items at reasonable prices, as soon as they hit the shop floor! In the shop volunteer role you will develop your understanding of stock management, marketing and customer service. These skills are valuable for personal development as well as very relevant to careers in retail, advertising and business. You will have the opportunity to meet lots of people, play an active role in your community and make friends.

Helm works with around 200 young people every year who go into full-time employment, work experience placements or start a range of courses in Further Education Colleges. The training focuses predominantly on supporting young people who are not in education, employment or training and aims to be flexible and responsive to their needs. Your role as Group Assistant would be: To assist the Instructor in delivering SQA Communication, ICT, Numeracy, Problem Solving & ASDAN modules to groups of 8-10 people; To be involved in assisting with the delivery of training in life skills & social skills; To support with delivery of employability skills in preparation for the workplace i.e writing letters & CVs & applying for jobs; To accompany groups on any social outings or employability events, i.e. employer visits; To be a role model & share personal knowledge & experience of work with trainees; Help to mentor those trainees who require additional support. You would be expected to attend any in house training/meetings relevant to the volunteer role.

This is an opportunity to help and support women at a very important time following the birth of their baby. For many new mothers this can be an overwhelming time and women have said that having someone to listen and help, spend time and talk through how to breastfeed would have made a huge difference to them. An initial period of training on breastfeeding management, communication skills, listening skills and expectations of the role in a hospital ward environment will be provided. Following completion of training you will provide additional support to women in the postnatal wards at Ninewells Hospital on a rotational basis. This will ensure consolidation of training and build your confidence on how to provide support with breastfeeding. Regular meetings will be arranged to ensure all volunteers have the necessary ongoing support, updates and help to manage this volunteering opportunity.

As a befriender, you will spend time getting to know the resident and vice versa. Engaging in meaningful conversations or taking part in a social activity. Possibly going out for a walk or a coffee. This time and company will mean a great deal to the resident and enhance their quality of life.

Link Up Whitfield’s Cinema Club is on every second Friday afternoon at 1pm, but you would need to be available from 11 30am to 4pm. The volunteer will help set up the chairs for the cinema club, preparing the teas and coffees and also being available to help the projectionist move the equipment into place (projector and other equipment). Also to help to record the number of people attending, help new participants to complete their membership forms and other small admin tasks that may arise.

Co-ordinate and run a support group in local area for people experiencing fertility problems with trying to become parents. This is currently done online. As a Support Group volunteer you will take care of all aspects of the group including: acting as main contact for the group, organise and maintain an email circulation list of attendees, arrange speakers for group meetings, organise room bookings, organise social activities, support and advise other group volunteers, promote the group in the local area. Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. By volunteering you can help those who need support.

We are looking for all kinds of volunteers to join our team, full training in all areas is provided, and there are many different roles such as till operators, back shop assistants even online sales assistants. If you have certain areas of interest i.e.; books or music or even just want to get out the house and meet some new people and help us do some good please get in touch

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

Business Mentors provide support to young people once the 4 day programme is completed. The role is about guidance and helping the young people to develop their business whilst also building their confidence and skills. It involves helping young people to find information, understand problems, identify solutions and implement action plans.

If you have a keen eye for detail, well organised, thorough, and able to work on your own initiative then we would be keen to speak with you. As a Helm Research Volunteer you will be an important part of our fundraising activities in our area. You will help us identify potential supporters from communities such as Groups, Clubs & Associations, and Corporate organisations. What activities will you be involved in? Researching potential charity partners using a wide range of channels; Contacting/visiting potential partners with support of the fundraising managers; Preparing proposals and/or pitches; Involvement in the delivery of pitches and proposals; Supporting existing partners with fundraising products; Attending team meetings; Administration relating to the above activities; New innovative ways of working with the corporate sector such as setting up a Business hub.

Helm is a charity based in Dundee which provides a creative, supportive learning service for people, in particular young people, who may face difficult barriers to developing sustainable careers. We encourage young people to strive for positive results and over 70% reach positive destinations. Where do you fit in? Helm are currently looking for a dynamic individual who can engage with students to find that spark that ignites a potential future in either training or employment within Landscaping / gardening. You will be based at our Depot at Mid Wynd and expected to work alongside our Full Time staff member and our students in various locations across the city providing a Hard and Soft Landscaping service.

Working in partnership with The Co op it has been reported that over 70% of people living in the UK have expressed that at some point in their lives they have experienced loneliness and/or Social Isolation. This can have a detrimental effect on health and wellbeing and we are looking to support those most at risk. This can be anyone 16+ for example New Mums, Individuals with Mobility Restrictions, Elderly, Individuals experiencing Bereavement/Empty Nest to name a few. This will be a volunteer led project with support from Community Connectors based in Dundee/Fife/Aberdeen/Inverness and Shetland. We are looking for individuals who are willing to give up a little of their time to re build service users confidence to re-engage into their local communities. Each service user will be supported for a 12 week period and will be sign posted to the relevant organisation as required. All training is provided which is fantastic for self-development! This is a new project with new staff and volunteers who are all extremely excited to be involved.

Do you have a willingness to support an individual to learn in a flexible way that is tailored to their needs? Do you have basic knowledge of how to use a computer and/or tablet that you could share with someone in a comfortable and supportive environment? If this describes you, then Lead Scotland would like to hear from you! We are keen to hear from individuals who feel confident to share and pass on some basic computer skills. You are not required to be a computer genius – just someone who is fairly confident to use a computer or tablet for sociable and practical activities. Some practical skills you could offer may include: Demonstrating how to turn on/off a computer; How to use basic functions such as Microsoft Word; How to surf the net to perform simple tasks – such as using social networking sites (Facebook/Twitter/Skype), playing online games, doing online shopping or browsing websites. Lead Scotland are keen to support volunteers to volunteer in roles of their choice.

We are looking for a musician with skills to lead an informal singing group for older people. We know that there are many isolated older people in our community. We know that there are many isolated older people in our community. We know that music lifts the mood and that singing is positive for health, both physical and mental. We in Lochee Parish Church aim to contribute to the wellbeing of our community and would like to run regular (weekly) singing sessions for older people. It is planned to run the group from May to September in the first instance. A pilot of 4 sessions could be tried by the volunteer, before commiting regularly.

The admin worker will be required to use microsoft office and windows 10, with the willingness to learn how to use WARP it. Waste Action Reuse Portal is a national system where organisations particularly NHS, councils & universities can offer items they no longer need. Up until now we have obtained a lot from the portal and now have access to lots of items to list for others. You will be confident in taking pictures of items listing giving measurements and a small description. This is an hours/days to suit and will involve visiting our partner warehouses in Wester Gourdie. On these occasions 2 persons will go.

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.

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.

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.

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!

As a member of the HMS Unicorn Visitor Services Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every visitor enjoys a wonderful experience on board. From helping in the front of house to providing guided tours of the ship, our visitor service volunteers get to learn about all aspects of the visitor experience within a heritage attraction. This role provides an opportunity to develop real-life customer service and communication skills, as well as the chance to meet other people and become part of a positive and hard working team. Ongoing customer service training is provided to all our visitor services volunteers as well as basic retail and housekeeping training. As a member of the HMS Unicorn volunteer team, you will also be invited to different group social events throughout the year and can become involved in other areas of the ship's life including maintenance, learning, and engagement events.

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 volunteer would attend fundraising meetings help plan and organise events. The fundraising meetings are normally once per month for about 1 hour. The volunteer may be asked to take the minutes at the meeting and type them up. We are looking for a volunteer that has ideas for fundraising and is enthusiastic in helping the charity raise funds.

This opportunity is for our TEA GROUP where people with additional support needs meet weekly to participate in a sociable meal time. This helps the participants improve their confidence and social skills through engaging in group activities in a safe environment. Along with a team leader the facilitator will demonstrate their own willingness to be involved in activities, encouraging group members to participate, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, providing refreshments and preparing feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved.

This opportunity is for our ZONE GROUP where people with additional support needs aged 11 to 18 meet weekly to participate in pre-arranged social activities that help them improve their confidence and social skills through engaging in group and individual activities in a safe environment. Along with a team leader the facilitator will demonstrate their own willingness to be involved in activities, encouraging group members to participate, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, providing refreshments and preparing feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved

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.

We redistribute food, which would end up in waste, to non-profit organisation in Tayside and Fife. These groups than provide meals for people who are experiencing food poverty, social isolation or other hardship. We need people who can give a few hours to help sort and pick food. This is a vital part of providing this valuable service to thousands of individuals in need. Working as part of a team, you would carry out basic warehousing by checking and sorting food prior to picking orders for delivery. 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.

We have a position available, your level of involvement is arranged to suit your availability. You should have the use of your own car and hold a full driving licence for 3 years. Ability to use sign language (BSL) is desirable but not essential. Volunteers must be fit, be able to carry loads and climb stairs without difficulties. The role requires, collecting donated stock and delivering stock to the charity store

An advocate provides a voice for those who may feel they are being ignored, excluded or treated unfairly. They provide a confidential service, representing the views and choices of the people they work with, empowering them to represent their own interests, providing information not advice, and allowing the person to be in control of their own life. Volunteer advocates promote the person's independence and increase their confidence.

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 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.

Lunch Club assistants are needed to help with the delivery of Link Up Lunch Club on a Wednesday lunch time. Volunteers are needed who can help with baking cakes on a Tuesday afternoon in the Lunch Club kitchen. Volunteers are also needed to help at Lunch Club on a Wednesday, duties may include preparing food, setting up tables, providing service, clearing dishes, cash handling, serving food, cleaning after service.

Boatmen/women will be trained to handle boats safely to cover open water swims. Swimming coaches if not already trained will be put through different courses to become a qualified coach. Lifesavers will be given guidance on how to rescue someone that may be in difficulty. Lifeguards will be given training to become qualified lifeguards.

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.

Launch It Dundee was set up last year to provide affordable business premises and tailored support for local young entrepreneurs. We are part of the Launch It Trust, a group of charities all working towards the same goals. We work primarily with 18-30 year olds who are unemployed, under-employed or otherwise facing barriers to conventional employment, and provide them with access to subsidised office space and the business support they need to start and grow their own businesses. We are looking for a volunteer who has experience of enterprise and business start up. They will support our enterprise manager at our centre and will work directly with our young people. The role will include representing the charity with local organisations, recruiting and supporting our young entrepreneurs and offering enterprise training support. The role will be extremely varied due to the very small team and start up nature of the centre.

Do you love cooking and meeting new people? We’re recruiting volunteer Cooks to do a weekly meal share with an elderly Diner in their community. This simple and effective service looks to tackle malnutrition, loneliness and isolation amongst elderly people (55+). If you want to be involved in a ‘feel good’ service that delivers real benefit to elderly people in Dundee then please do get in touch. You don’t have to be Gordon Ramsay in order to be able to deliver this service but you are required to have good cooking skills and a good grasp of food hygiene and the desire to support someone in your community. If you want to signup it couldn’t be easier jut create a profile at www.mealmakers.org.uk or contact us on 0800 783 7770.

We need you! If you enjoy having a chat, trying new things and developing your skills then this is the opportunity for you. Older adults (55+) in Dundee can become lonely and isolated through no fault of their own and that’s where Community Companions come in. Two hours a week can make such a difference to an isolated older person. Whether it’s out and about or visiting someone in their home this can be at a time that suits you. Volunteers are matched with people based on similar interests and hobbies. Full and ongoing training and support will be given to help you develop your skills and knowledge. Becoming a Community Companion not only improves other’s wellbeing but also your own. You’re never too old to be a volunteer! If you have what it takes to make a difference get in touch we want to hear from you!

Rocksolid 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.

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!

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

Help support our Tuesday volunteers from 9am-12pm on Tuesday mornings. This would involve helping out with tools and tasks down at the burn. Tasks are wide ranging and involve everything from litter picking, tree planting, wildflower sowing, pond maintenance and large scale burn clear ups. Some knowledge of conservation tasks would be useful but we are most interested in someone who will enthuse the group and have fun whilst carrying out the tasks. Minibus driving ability (D1 on licence) would be brilliant but is definitely not essential. Please take a look at our Facebook and Instagram pages to understand a bit more about our project. We are volunteer-led and always working to improve the burn for the community and wildlife.

Dundee Community Transport SCIO (DCT) is committed to delivering affordable and accessible transport for Dundee. Currently, our main activity is the delivery of a volunteer driver service, Community Cars, which ensures Dundee’s older communities can remain active. This is an opportunity to play a part in helping Dundee’s older people enjoy independence and a good quality of life. The successful candidates will be required to clearly demonstrate: A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort; ability to think creatively; ability to work effectively as a member of a team; good communication and interpersonal skills; good, independent judgement; impartiality, fairness and confidentiality; leadership skills; strategic vision; understanding and acceptance of responsibilities; willingness to speak one’s mind. If you would like the chance to help shape and develop an award winning charity – please get in touch.

We have opportunities for peer mentors who have personal experience of substance misuse and recovery. The opportunity is to support others through the recovery journey. We are looking for people who are willing to share their own experience of recovery to help others to sustain their recovery journey and build a meaningful life in their own community. The role will involve working with staff to deliver group support sessions and also to support individuals in a befriending and advocacy support role. Training and support will be provided.

We meet between 10a.m and 12 noon [inc. time for a well deserved coffee every Tuesday morning during summer months. If the weather is fine we are outdoors looking after veg. plots, flower borders, cutting grass and weeding the paths etc. The garden itself is a beautiful hidden gem. We have also adopted planters in the area between library and centre so we also look after them. If the weather is wet or too cold to be outside we have a room booked indoors and take the chance to look after the indoor plants in the Centre. The veg patches are quite productive so come September we are enjoying our own produce! This season we also have 4 raised beds in the new community garden in the area next door. This means that if you have any physical problems there is still ample opportunity to garden so do join us. We are all amateurs so are learning as we go. It is lovely watching the garden develop over the months and being out in the fresh air is very therapeutic. We have all the tools .... just come along any Tuesday!

The role is for a Wheelchair Basketball Coach and duties will include developing athletes, programme development, improving the performance of the team in competitions, increasing the number of club athletes and coaches representing Scotland, liaise with governing bodies & associations, help develop coaches, grass roots development and working with other volunteers.

The role is for a Wheelchair Basketball Coach and duties will include developing athletes, programme development, improving the performance of the team in competitions, increasing the number of club athletes and coaches representing Scotland, liaise with governing bodies & associations, help develop coaches, grass roots development and working with other volunteers.

We are looking for someone who likes to listen to other people's stories and is interested in collecting stories about the Dighty Burn from people who have stories to tell. We will hope that the individual(s) will begin by collecting stories from their own contacts and then visit community centres, meet with walking groups etc to record otheres reflections and stories about the Burn. We hope that we will be able to collect stories from people of all ages and experiences of the Burn and even collect work inspired by the Burn. We will provide full training in the use of the simple to use high quality digital audio recording equipment and guidance in how to approach people and gather their stories. We are also keen that the individual(s) will help to develop ideas for the wider distribution of these stories.

Can you engage with local people in a warm friendly environment? Can you help to set up tables and serve customers? Do you have a friendly face and a listening ear? We need you to help in our cafe. You would work as part of our volunteer team to welcome our users to the cafe, help to set up the tables at the start of the day, serve pre-prepared hot soup and bread (and cold food when required), and clear and wash tables as they are used. We also need help to wash dishes and sweep and mop floors at the end of the day, to keep all work surfaces clean and tidy, to keep condiment supplies topped up and containers clean, and to comply with any food, hygiene, health and safety regulations.

The opportunity involves working to become well informed on current projects by liaising with project leaders. The volunteer will also carry out relevant research in order to then fill out our funding applications and also be required to meet with funders. There will also be scope for you to find and inform project leaders of other funding opportunities.

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.

This role will be act as a volunteering lead to help support staff to develop an allotment that will be able to grow a variety of vegetables, and to provide guidance to other volunteers who are interested in learning more about gardening.

As part of a larger team, our Sports Commentators provide unbiased commentary from Dens, Tannadice and The DIA. Sports Commentators should be able to forget about their own preferences and loyalties and must ensure that all broadcasts are completely impartial. The volunteers should have an active interest and good knowldge of sport in general. Sports Commentators will rotate between covering the games live and, once training has been completed, anchoring in the studio. Commentator and summarises roles are also rotated to ensure things are shared equally.

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 need volunteers who can fix furniture. Furniture repairers play an important role in ensuring that many items which would otherwise be thrown away are recycled and sold in their shop. If you have a background in furniture repair or joinery, this role is perfect for you! Or come and learn some new skills in sanding, painting and varnishing.

Tayside Re-users 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.

On arrival at our centre, carers 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. Volunteers will be encouraged to obtain a Moving & Handling and First Aid qualification. 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 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/

This opportunity is for our DRAMA GROUP where people with additional support needs meet weekly to participate in pre-arranged activities that help them increased their confidence, ability and social skills through music, words and movement. Along with a team leader the facilitator will demonstrate their own willingness to be involved in activities, encouraging group members to participate, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, providing refreshments during the session and preparing feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved.

This opportunity is for our KALEIDOSCOPE GROUP where people with additional support needs aged 18+ meet weekly to participate in pre-arranged social activities that help them improve their confidence and social skills through engaging in group and individual activities in a safe environment. Along with a team leader the facilitator will demonstrate their own willingness to be involved in activities, encouraging group members to participate, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, providing refreshments and preparing feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved.

Boomerang Community Centre are currently looking for volunteers to help set up and run a personal toenail cutting and basic foot care service for people in the community. This service is for people who have no serious underlying medical conditions but are unable or have difficulty in caring for their own feet. Personal footcare is part of a personal hygiene routine for feet and covers a set of tasks that an adult, whatever their age, would normally do for themselves if they are able to i.e. toenail care, skin care and checking footwear. Healthy feet can help people to remain physically active, allowing them to get out and about in their local community. Good foot health has been shown to be effective in improving, confidence, quality of life and independence Information session 16th January 2020. Training delivered by NHS Tayside Podiatry Service.

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.

What a Digital Champion is: Digital Champions help people who get devices through Connecting Scotland to do things online like: - connecting a device to the internet using the Wi-Fi settings, and putting in the password when they need to - sharing documents by attaching them to an email - understanding that not all online information and content that they see is reliable - The aim is that, with support from Digital Champions, learners will be able to use the internet safely, confidently and effectively. You do not need to be a technology expert to be a Digital Champion. But you do need to be confident in your own digital skills. You also need patience, enthusiasm and a desire to help others. FULL TRAINING AND SUPPORT IS PROVIDED! What Digital Champions do The kinds of things that Digital Champions might help learners to do include: - setting up their device - setting up an email address - showing them how to use video calling - showing them how to shop online

The Community Listening Service (CLS) helps people (re)discover hope and inner strength in times of illness, change and loss”. Can you be a good listener? Could you help someone explore what they are going through? Listening to people’s concerns can help them feel less isolated and anxious while helping them feel more hopeful and valued. Volunteers can play a vital role supporting the work of the Department of Spiritual Care/CLS.

People are reqired to visit police stations to check on welfare of detainees held in custody. The visitors will speak to the people in custody and check that they are being treated fairly and within the law - e.g. they have been offered food and drink, are warm, have they been offered access to a lawyer ect. Visitors are paired up and go together to do visits. Visits are arranged between the two volunteers and we ask that visits are conducted on different days and at different times.

Volunteers help ensure the shop is tidy and attractive; you can use your creativity to make eye-catching window displays, sorting and replacing stock to keep the shop looking fresh and stylish. Incoming donations are organised and labelled, and clothes steamed and tagged. Our polite, approachable volunteers assist customers; welcoming them through the door, ringing purchases through the cash register and encouraging signing up to the Gift Aid scheme. A bonus of volunteering in this role is having access to great quality items at reasonable prices, as soon as they hit the shop floor! In the shop volunteer role you will develop your understanding of stock management, marketing and customer service. These skills are valuable for personal development as well as very relevant to careers in retail, advertising and business. You will have the opportunity to meet lots of people, play an active role in your community and make friends.

We need someone to teach basic food hygiene. To facilitate and instruct the students to prepare and serve a limited lunchtime menu within our training enviroment.

Main Contact volunteers will help to support people who are facing fertility issues in their local area by developing friendships, recruit new volunteers, reduce isolation by organising social activities and helping those who need much needed support by providing advice and peer support. This is currently being done online, Provide advice, information and peer support to local volunteers who wish to join the volunteer network Help to recruit more volunteers in the local area Main point of contact for support and local issues and pass to Volunteer Co-ordinator or Head Office as necessary Promote Fertility Network Scotland services and campaigns to people in local community by distributing leaflets etc Attend events to promote and/or fundraise for Fertility Network Scotland Help organise and support our events in the local area

Do you have a willingness to support an individual to learn in a flexible way that is tailored to their needs? Do you have knowledge or an interest in a particular subject that you would like to share with someone? Or do you simply just want to support someone in an encouraging environment to learn something new? If this describes you, then Lead Scotland would like to hear from you! Lead Scotland empowers and removes barriers for individuals with disabilities to access education and lifelong learning opportunities. This is achieved by matching suitably skilled volunteers with a learner. We are keen to hear from individuals with a range of interests and/or skills. Some examples include: Basic Literacy and numeracy, ICT skills (both basic and advanced), Languages, History, Music, Arts and Crafts. Some practical skills you could offer may also include: Scribing and typing notes, Accompanying a learner to a learning environment, Use of appropriate technology, Supporting an individual in their home environment.

MS Society are looking for a Group Co-ordinator - previously Chairperson. This role will involve co-ordinating the activities of the local group to meet the needs of the local MS Community. You will develop an annual business plan and budget; coordinate the recruitment of new volunteers, oversee the group's compliance with MS Society regulations; represent the MS Society locally; ensure good communications with volunteers and staff; and oversee the finances of the group.

As part of YeAABA’s executive committee the treasurer plays a key role in the club through being responsible for the club’s finances. The treasurer will be responsible for maintaining financial records of income and expenditure; liaise with other committee members as required; providing monthly financial reports for executive and monthly management committee meetings; providing guidance to the wider committee on availability and timing for spending for the benefit of the club members; maintain cashflow through meeting payments in a timely manner; prepare annual financial statements for annual general meeting and independent examination; prepare annual statements for submissions to HMRC for Gift Aid.

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.

DVVA is working with Get Local Support partners to promote digital inclusion and ensure that the benefits of the digital world are available to as many people as possible. Digitally-excluded people can lack skills and/or confidence and we are looking for digitally literate people who are able to provide one-off and remote support to people who request help through the Get Local Support web-based platform. If you are familiar with technology and can explain instructions in a supportive and friendly way, this may be something that you can help with. You will need patience, resourcefulness and appreciate that for some learners this is very unfamiliar territory. These are examples of what is likely to be required: How to set up and/or use Zoom How to set up and/or use Skype How to make an appointment with a health professional through Attend Anywhere/ Near Me How to do an online shopping How to stay safe and surf the internet How to use WhatsApp How to participate in online activities and meetings How to read an eBook How to send and receive emails How to participate in community surveys and consultations, using sites like Survey Monkey You will register as a volunteer through Get Local Support (www.getlocalsupport.com) and, on completion of a brief verification process, receive notifications of requests for help submitted by community members. You will have the ability to accept them or decline them, depending on your availability. The request will be for one skill or task, so you would deal with one request per call. However, the recipient may request help again so they can build up their skills base, but any Get Local Support volunteer can respond.

Our clients at the ‘Fiveways’ centre experience an inclusive, outcome focused social setting which allows them to live life to the fullest. The centre exists to support the client’s needs and as a volunteer you have a great opportunity to contribute to the warmth, laughter and special moments. You will be involved in activities such as carpet bowls, arts & crafts, dominos, board games, jig saws, music and dancing, serving meals, tidying of the hall and assisting clients to and from transport. As a valued member of our team our client’s happiness will be a direct result of your contribution at the centre. We will support you through training and supervision where you will be able to reflect and develop your skills. Overall you have the opportunity within our team to experience a real sense of self-worth, knowing you have had a positive impact on the day to day lives of our clients.

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.

Jericho House which is an alcohol rehabilitation unit in Dundee, is looking for minibus drivers to take our residents to A.A. meetings in Dundee and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to build relationships with staff and residents and is a rewarding way to spend an otherwise dull evening. A sense of humour would be a great advantage as the guys you would be driving are always up for a laugh. We would be looking for someone who could cover 2-3 evenings per week and if possible, perhaps daytime outings at the weekend. If you think this would be an enjoyable experience for you we would love to meet you and look forward to getting to know you.

If you enjoy being in an office environment, are compassionate and like meeting people then this could be the role for you. Thanks to volunteers like you we can provide people in your local community with wheelchairs and other mobility equipment to help them through a crisis. This vital service enables people to maintain their independence and quality of life after an illness or injury. Whether it is to help take a relative out, or take a child to school, it makes a difficult and distressing time a little bit easier. Spread the power of kindness with us and help make sure that everyone who needs one can get a wheelchair.

Volunteers needed to help at the Photography Group. This is a group of all ages and abilities who meet every week to share and learn new skills such as taking photos, editing photos, using laptops, using software such as photoshop etc. We are looking for volunteers to help with the running of the club so duties would include: taking the register, taking feedback from participants, help to set up before the class and tidy up after the class, helping the tutor with the running of the class (eg: providing help to those that need it) and generally help to keep things in order. If you are also interested there may be an opportunity to lead a class. Link Up Whitfield’s Photography Group is on every Monday evening from 6pm-8pm during term time. You would need to be available from 5:30pm until approximately 8:30pm. It is held at Community Services Complex, 101 Whitfield Drive.

Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. To help achieve this objective we are looking for fostering volunteers in the Dundee area. Our respite fosterers provide temporary accommodation for a dog at home on behalf of Guide Dogs, and comply with the Boarders Agreement in relation to the welfare and handling of the dog or puppy.

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.

We currently have around 50 shops/ community hubs across Scotland. Our shops and hubs help us raise funds so we can provide our services to the people who need us. Every one of our stores relies on a team of volunteers to help run it and support our staff. Quite simply, we cannot provide our services or raise funds without the amazing support of our volunteers. The time, support and the work they do is vital to us and the people we help. By helping out in one of our stores, you can make a difference to people and their families in Scotland who are isolated, scared or anxious about their condition.

Prostate Cancer UK need volunteers to supervise their information stands, held in railway stations, supermarkets and at events across Dundee. They will represent Prostate Cancer UK and hand out our award-winning leaflets, promote our specialist nurse helpline, sell our Man of Men badges and collect donations. To do this role, you do not have to be personally affected by prostate cancer but be ‘people focused’. You will also have the opportunity to join a permanent volunteer hub!

Helm is a charity based in Dundee which provides a creative, supportive learning service for people, in particular young people, who may face difficult barriers to developing sustainable careers. We encourage young people to strive for positive results and over 70% reach positive destinations. Where do you fit in? Helm are currently looking for a dynamic individual who can engage with students to find that spark that ignites a potential future in either training or employment within car mechanics. You will be based at our Training garage in Dundee and will work alongside our Head Mechanic and students in commercial service and repairs and intensive teaching on Helm training cars and motorbikes. We also provide a valeting service.

Dighty Connect are seeking more conservation volunteers to work along the Dighty Burn with our conservation group. The conservation volunteers make a significant difference to the area, from building wildlife habitats to clearing the burn of litter. They help protect, improve and share important habitat and wildlife along the burn. Current conservation workers say it has helped them reconnect with nature, feel part of a group, make a difference to the local environment and feel better about themselves. They report a high feel-good factor because they are using their hands and their mind, doing things for themselves and following their passions. We welcome everyone, all we ask is that you have a genuine desire to be outdoors, a keenness in wildlife and an interest in the Dighty Burn.

With guidance you will be expected to help set up various play activities throughout the session and be prepared to join in the variety of activities presented. Encouraging parents to enjoy fun at activities with their children will be important. You will be expected to listen carefully to any concerns which parents may express and pass this to the Group Leader. As part of a team you will participate and contribute to the review and planning session where the presentation of activities are discussed for the following week. All volunteers assist in setting up and clearing away the equipment and when required assist with the arrangements around lunch times. You will find us a happy group, always ready to take on board new ideas.

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.

Advisers interview clients and let the client explain the problem. They help clients to clarify issues by exploring the problem and asking questions. Advisers give information using “Adviser Net”, local files and / or reference books, explain the information and give clients advice on the choices they have. Advisers also give practical help, for example, completing forms, benefits calculation, speaking or writing to another agency on their behalf.

Attend monthly team meetings, help at regular focus groups of adults with LD and/or ASD, provide content for newsletter and distribute, support Advocators to deliver presentations, attend meetings to ensure adulst with LD and/or ASD views are being taken into account, ensure future plans reflect groups' needs, raise awareness of issues that affect adults with LD and/or ASD and create and sustain a safe environment which will encourage adults with LD and/or ASD to discuss issues affecting their lives.

Self-advocacy Assistants will support a group of self-advocates with learning disabilities and/or Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The group work revolves around the needs of the self-advocates and the topics that are most important to them. Issues and topics may be tackled creatively in a variety of ways depending on the group and the unique skills each volunteer brings. Through discussion and activities self-advocates develop confidence, communication skills and awareness. Self-advocacy assistants and self-advocates contribute equally to discussions; learning to respect each other’s opinions. The groups also take part in social events out in the community, such as dinners or discos. Fun is at the centre of all the work we do at Advocating Together. Volunteers will have the opportunity to attend peer supervision and training sessions throughout the year to discuss progress or problems, and expand their knowledge and skills.

Physically fit, got a few hours to spare through the week? You can meet new people and make new friends. Shopmobility offers free loans of electric wheelchairs, scooters and manual wheelchairs to people with mobility problems for shopping and using the facilities of the city centre. You can help by pushing a wheelchair or accompanying someone on a scooter.

The role of Ward Visitor is essential to the running of Bridge FM. The Ward Visitors are the front line of the service and are responsible for helping to promote the station to both staff and patients. You will need to approach patients who have varying degrees of illness/disability, offer patients a request and have a degree of general music knowledge, note any faults with the radio equipment in each ward and report these. The Ward Visitor should consider themselves to be a visitor to each patient and, in some cases, the patient's only visitor. The volunteer should therefore be able and willing to spend time with each patient to help their time in hospital pass as easily and pleasantly as possible.

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 are looking for more people with the skills and experience to become members of the Board of Trustees and contribute to the overall strategic leadership of Under 12s project. We would also be interested in talking to people with leadership, management and financial management experience who might be interested in becoming a future Office bearer such as chairperson.

As a member of the HMS Unicorn Collections Team, you will provide an invaluable role in improving knowledge associated with the collections and fostering their accessibility. This role provides an opportunity to get experience within a museum environment and to learn about collections management, care, and storage. You will also get the chance to learn how to use Axiell Collections Management Systems. As part of this role, you will be provided with ongoing training opportunities and will develop an excellent attention to detail, good organisational and communication skills, and computer literacy. As a member of the HMS Unicorn volunteer team, you will also get the chance to meet other people and be invited to different group social events throughout the year. You can also become involved in other areas of the ship's life including maintenance, engagement events, and visitor services.

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.

We have 4 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.

This opportunity is for a social DROP- IN group where people with additional support needs come together weekly to participate in pre-arranged activities that may include Arts, Crafts, Health, Fitness, Cooking, Newsletter preparation etc. Along with a team leader the facilitator will encourage group members to participate in activities, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, provide refreshments during the session and provide feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved.

This opportunity is for our THEMED NIGHTS GROUP where people with additional support needs meet monthly to participate in pre-arranged themed social activities e.g. Superheroes Theme Night, that help them improve their confidence and social skills through engaging in group activities in a safe environment. Along with a team leader the facilitator will demonstrate their own willingness to be involved in activities, encouraging group members to participate, engage socially, demonstrate appropriate behavior and promote an inclusive culture. The facilitator will also have the opportunity to assist the team leader in planning and preparing activities, engaging with participants, providing refreshments and preparing feedback at the conclusion of the session. There may be some petty cash-handling involved.

Coldside Community Cupboard helps reduce food waste and tackle food insecurity by providing free surplus food for the community. The cupboard is situated outside the Maxwell Centre, our friendly community centre that sits in the heart of Coldside. We are looking for warm and passionate volunteers aged 18+ who can manage the stock, prepare bagged produce, make meal kits and keep statistics updated. Our new volunteers can hopefully give us 2 hours per day, once or twice a week Mon - Thurs, to keep our busy cupboard running smoothly. Be a part of the Maxwell team and help us improve the wellbeing of our community while also helping the environment. We have a great community growing space, producing organic fruit, vegetables and herbs for Coldside residents and we work as a team to keep the community doing and keeping well.

Your role as volunteer will be to improve community life within the DD1 – DD7 area, including our main counter at the Wellgate Centre. By going out into the communities in Dundee you can help people to access the credit union services in their own area giving them access to affordable credit. Tasks will include: Handling Member Enquiries, Cash Handling, General Administration, Processing New Member Applications, Filing and Photocopying.

The Supervisory Committee reports directly to the members, rather as an audit committee, and ensures that the credit union operates within the law, its own policies and rules, and in the best interests of members. Supervisory Committee members meet regularly, and each one attends Board meetings in rotation to observe the conduct of business. The overall role is to monitor the operation of the credit union, by internal audit, sampling of member accounts, verifying the credit union accounts and related activities. Supervisory Committee members need to become familiar with the business and policies of the credit union, as well as relevant legislation. The positions require a combination of relevant professional skills and experience, common sense, dedication, integrity and wisdom and a commitment to serving the local community and sympathy with the aims of the credit union.

This role will involve: Helping young people with literacy, language and numeracy activities that occur naturally within our programmes. E.g. helping a young person write a CV during an employability workshop. Cascading best practice strategies and resources to other volunteers and Prince's Trust staff members, via email, or in person at Prince's Trust events. A good understanding of local LLN provision and being a specialist point of contact for other volunteers and Prince's Trust staff members. Where appropriate, develop and deliver standalone specialist support workshops or 1-to-1 sessions for young people. For example, a 'brush up your business maths' workshop.

There are a variety activities to participate in as student volunteers within University of Dundee’s welcoming, buddying and mentoring scheme Peer Connections. Peer Connections is the University’s welcoming, buddying and mentoring The scheme is run by Student Services. Peer Connections volunteers (Peer Connectors) welcome all new students and act as buddy/mentors for students who need some help with settling into university. Run buddy groups for new international exchange students and also the “Conversation Café” for international students to improve their conversational English and help to meet people. The time commitment is very flexible and student friendly. Free training provided, enhance your employability and gain real experience. Applicants must be matriculated students at University of Dundee.

Do you want to support Muslim and BME woman across Scotland? This opportunity with Amina MWRC will train you to take and respond to calls received on our Scottish national Helpline. You will receive 3 days of training to understand the needs and experiences of the women who call, and to learn how to respond empathetically and effectively, followed by further practice “mock calls” to prepare you for the role. Calls can vary from questions about social connections to domestic abuse and homelessness issues. You will take at least 1 3-hour shift per week on the Helpline, responding to all calls received. All volunteers have support available 9.30am-5pm throughout the week, team building days and extra training available to develop their skills. Amina's volunteers are women from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Volunteers are currently all working from home. Amina MWRC staff are based out of Glasgow.

The Prince's Trust helps change young lives. The Explore Enterprise Programme offers unemployed 18 to 30-year-olds support to establish whether self employment is right for them. A young person may have decided to start a business but may be struggling in terms of practical help. The programme runs on set dates in Dundee throughout the year. The programme is delivered in workshop format, comprising of 4 sessions running for half a day each over a 3 day period. We require volunteers in Dundee with experience in one or more of these areas to deliver these sessions to our young people in a way which is clear and understandable. The expectation is for a volunteer to deliver 4 half day sessions per year. Training materials have already been created, therefore this is not a requirement of the role.

Purpose: The role of the Board is to safeguard and promote the values and mission of the Centre, to determine the strategy and structure of the Centre, to ensure the Centre operates in an effective, responsible and accountable manner and to ensure the effective functioning of the board. Duties will include to ensure all personnel issues are dealt with swiftly and appropriately, ensure that WRASAC is operating within employment practice and legal guidelines. Dealing with complaints, grievance and disciplinary matters when required, co-ordinate Board meetings. Attend appropriate sub-groups and other relevant meetings as and when necessary. Assist with the development of relevant policies, attend any relevant training, conferences and seminars as required. Conduct exit interviews with staff and management group members as required. Assist in the Recruitment and selection of paid staff when required. Oversee and assist with organisational funding applications where appropriate.

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.

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.

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!

Dundee City Council's Communities Section of Neighbourhood Services provide term-time after school and evening groups and holiday programmes for 5 - 11 year olds. Providing children with opportunities to participate within a range of learning and fun activities, they are encouraged to become full participants in the activity decision-making to enable them to have ownership over their group. You will provide support to the children's workers to deliver a quality programme. You will be highly supported and supervised, yet have lots of opportunities to take forward your own pieces of work with children if you wish. Children's clubs are held in eight Dundee City Council community centres and projects across the City: Ardler Complex, The Crescent, Charleston Community Centre, Douglas Community Centre and at one of the council partners organisations on the Hilltown - The MAXwell Centre.

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.

Volunteers help ensure the shop is tidy and attractive; you can use your creativity to make eye-catching window displays, sorting and replacing stock to keep the shop looking fresh and stylish. Incoming donations are organised and labelled, and clothes steamed and tagged. Our polite, approachable volunteers assist customers; welcoming them through the door, ringing purchases through the cash register and encouraging signing up to the Gift Aid scheme. A bonus of volunteering in this role is having access to great quality items at reasonable prices, as soon as they hit the shop floor! In the shop volunteer role you will develop your understanding of stock management, marketing and customer service. These skills are valuable for personal development as well as very relevant to careers in retail, advertising and business. You will have the opportunity to meet lots of people, play an active role in your community and make friends.

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

Community Toolbox and Workshop is an exciting new project based in the Wellgate Centre and is all about sharing tools, equipment and skills to help improve the wellbeing of people in the city Our groups are designed to help our participants: • to connect with others • to try new things and learn new skills Our volunteers will work with staff and participants using a commom- sense approach to: • generate themes and ideas • Ensure that everyone is included in the activity • Help to prepare the room prior to the group • Ensure that participants have the materials for their project • 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 stored safely • Clear up after activity The DIY instructor will work with participants to build confidence and empower people to improve the environments where they live.

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 hardship. We need drivers who can give a few hours to help deliver food to our members. This is a vital part of providing this valuable service to thousands of individuals in need. A full, UK driving Licence and a few hours is required in addition to a willingness to make a real difference to a project that is so important to so many.

Do you have an interest in retail and fashion? Want to learn or update your current skills? Do you enjoy meeting people and have some spare time which could help others? Deaf Links is a Deaf Led Charity based in the Tayside Deaf Hub and we are looking for people to volunteer in our charity shop in the Wellgate Shopping Centre. You can find out more about us at www.deaflinks.org.uk We are looking for motivated and friendly people to help out in all aspects within the store. The role will involve sorting stock, hanging clothes, pricing items and serving customers and any other work associated within the store. Training for this will be provided.

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

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.

Shinty Referees are required to officiate at matches in St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, Aberdour and Edinburgh. Additional opportunities exist for matches in West Highlands and Argyll and Bute. The role of the referee requires a good level of fitness to a standard of that expected in a 'fun-run' or a bike-a-thon'. Training and support are on hand to initiate you onto the rules.

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.

We are looking for a committed individual to help us with our fundraising efforts. Although this is a volunteer vacancy, a full time position will be available for the right candidate. You will be responsible for; Co-ordinating volunteers; Organizing fundraising events; Overseeing grant applications; and Actively seeking new funding opportunities.

Action for Children would like to offer suitable candidates a diversity of opportunities. We are looking for enthusiastic people who have a real interest in the wellbeing of vulnerable young people and families. There are opportunities for mentors, advocates, one to one work, groupwork and befriending.

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.

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.

You'll have an interest in Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both of us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by ADHD in your area. You'll be a good organiser with plenty of creative ideas, preferably with fundraising, sales or event management experience. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on the number and type of fundraising activities arranged, but there are no set requirements. You will need time to plan and attend a series of fundraising activities and events throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a local charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by ADHD.

For The Prince's Trust mentoring is "The provision of personal support, assistance, encouragement and inspiration to young people during and following our programmes, particularly at a time of transition and typically over a sustained period of time." Progression Mentors provide mentoring support to young people when they finish a Trust programme for a three to six-month period. It is to help them move into employment, training, education or volunteering and also make the most of the opportunities whilst in employment. It is about guidance and helping young people to find and translate information, understand problems, identify solutions and implement action plans

This is a perfect opportunity to be part of an innovative project aimed at people affected by cancer. As part of the programme you will be asked to lead a 12 week block of Gentle Movement classes which will be based in community libraries and centres around Dundee. You will have to set up, pack up and tidy before and after session. You may be required to deliver alone or alongside another instructor. Taking a register of those attending the class & returning this to the Move More team. You will have to attend core training and support sessions and participate in the evaluation of the Move More Dundee Gentle Movement groups. You will be a valued volunteer and a vital part of the team. Make a difference to the lives of people affected by cancer in your local community. Develop knowledge and experience of the benefits of exercise for people affected by cancer. There will be regular social activities with other volunteers on the Move More Programme. You will have access to training and experiences to enhance your CV.

We are seeking to establish at least one Student Ambassador in each British university who is able to represent CARA's activities by setting up a society and campaigning on our behalf. We would require the Student Ambassador to promote academic freedom through organising events to debate issues surrounding the topic, organising fundraising and awareness raising events to support CARA grantees and acting as a point of contact for our charity. The Student Ambassador would write an article or two on CARA in their student newspaper. These would also be published on CARA's website and publicised through our social media. The Student Ambassador would be provided with materials with which to set up a stall at a Freshers' Fair and to assemble a society committee which would be in contact with CARA committees at the other 95 CARA/Scholars at Risk UK University Network member universities.

The people most suited to this role will have an interest in spending time with the public. Have a sensitive, patient manner with a positive approach to voluntary involvement. Have a friendly and understanding nature, be reliable and be able to commit to a few hours each week. Be a good communicator and an interest in shop working. The shops sell new goods including gifts, toys, greeting cards, jewellery, scarves, bags, children’s goods. Funds generated make a big difference to patients and families across Tayside in many ways enhancing the healthcare environment.,

Sound financial controls and management play a critical role in good governance at the museum and we are looking for individuals to become an integral part in helping the museum achieve this You will work closely with the treasurer and finance committee to help ensure the smooth financial running of the museum. You will assist in the inputting of invoices, credit notes etc into the SAGE accounting software. You maybe asked to get involved in the everyday financial operation of the museum reviewing such things as banking, till receipts, gift aid and general duties associated with running a successful charity operation. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills or rebuild existing ones the Dundee Museum of Transport is a small charity that has big ambitions. During CoVid restrictions it should be possible for the candidate to work remotely from home where necessary.

Main Street café is a pop up community café which serves local Coldside and Hilltown residents soup, toasties, paninis and cake on a ‘Pay what you can’ basis. It has run now for over two years and is based in a church hall. We would like you to help us by working flexibly particularly on Mondays and or Tuesdays from approximately 9.30-2pm. Team members prepare and serve soup and cake, make sandwiches, toasties and paninis to order and offer an efficient friendly and caring service to our customers. We try to fit the duties to the volunteers, as not everyone can move tables and chairs, and some people have excellent catering skills and would prefer to decorate a cake. There are opportunities to learn new skills and gain confidence in catering ,waiting on and customer service and we aim to send regular volunteers on First Aid and Food Hygiene training where possible. You will be provided with a light lunch and full training and uniform is provided.

Do you understand and empathise with the impact that poor mental health has on people’s lives? Are you passionate about helping people out? Are you outgoing, respectful, supportive and non-judgmental? You can be a holding hand for someone who needs additional support accessing community-based activities and groups. Join The GO Project and empower individuals to achieve positive health outcomes! Many people don’t find it easy to walk into an unfamiliar environment and engage with people they don’t know, others struggle to use public transport or cope with social situations. As a volunteer you will enable individuals to progressively overcome the challenges they experience and take back control on their lives. You will encourage them to participate fully in local activities of their choice as a way of helping them overcome their condition and improve their wellbeing. Activities include arts & crafts, gardening, cooking classes, walking groups, learning opportunities, to mention just a few. This often involves accompanying the person to a community centre or local group and joining in through the session.

As a Local Contact volunteer you will coordinate and run a social group in the local area for people experiencing the challenges of childlessness. This is currently being done online. You will take care of all aspects of the group including: Act as main contact for the group/ Organise and maintain an email circulation list of people within the group Organise social activities or informal gatherings Offer peer to peer support and friendship Promote the group in the local area Liaise with the Volunteer Coordinator who will connect you to people looking for support Adhere to Fertility Network Scotland policies and procedures

Our volunteer business mentors are paired with the leaders of community sports clubs who need expertise in a particular area to become more sustainable and increase their capacity. Sported works closely to support our volunteers throughout the process, and the opportunities available are very flexible – from answering a 15-minute call from a club leader, to delivering a workshop or a 6-month mentor placement. As a Sported volunteer, you will have the opportunity to share your professional skills and expertise with community groups, having a huge effect on the sustainability and capacity of these clubs. Full induction is offered, as well as personal development opportunities, and you will join a network of skilled Sported business volunteers across the UK. You will have the chance to work with a diverse range of people and organisations, and will receive support throughout from the Sported Volunteer Services team. Most importantly, you will have fun!

Local Community Project Link Up Whitfield (DVVA) would like to take on a Dance Leader for their UneekLinx Dance Group, The Dance Group is a group of young people from the local area with a passion for dance, This will involve designing & delivering dance sessions, supporting group members of a variety of abilities, creating an inclusive and friendly environment, encouraging the group to dance and create routines together, allow the young people to take the lead where appropriate, help set up and clear away equipment and promote the dance group in the school/community. You will be aware of our child protection guidelines and report any concerns where relevant, and, explain and promote the dance group ground rules and report where these are not being followed..

Helm is a charity based in Dundee which provides a creative, supportive learning service for people, in particular young people, who may face difficult barriers to developing sustainable careers. We encourage young people to strive for positive results and over 70% reach positive destinations. We want to start a new sewing group and would like a volunteer from our community to come in to teach these skills to interested students Helm are currently looking for an individual who is comfortable with young people from the age of 15-16 who are interested in learning how to sew, knit or crochet, or who already enjoy these skills and would like to work alongside someone who can support and encourage their interest. Ideally you would be available regularly for an hour or two a week on a Thursday morning. All craft materials will be supplied. You will be based at our centre in Dundee (just off the Seagate near the bus station) and will work alongside our experienced staff team.

Whatever level of responsibility you are looking for, whether it's to fundraise locally, organise events, take on adrenalin-filled challenges or co-ordinate regional fundraising, you can get involved with Leukaemia CARE in activities to suit you. It could be baking cakes, organising big events or project managing. We call them Local Fundraisers, Event Fundraisers, Fundraising Co-ordinators and Challenge Fundraisers, but the jobs aren't set in stone; the opportunity is for you to take your role and turn it into something special.You might enjoy meeting people, organising events, thrills and spills, finding the best in people, listening or making things. Whatever your talent, Leukaemia CARE can find a place for you.

SDF trains people who have had substance use problems to interview people who currently have substance use problems about their experience or about the services they use. They know they are being understood and listened to by someone who has had similar experiences. Full training and support is provided by SDF staff to give you the skills and confidence to carry out the role. You learn at your own pace and work on areas that interest you. Volunteering as a peer researcher can involve: Running focus groups, designing questionnaires, Reviewing services, Interviewing service users. SDF volunteers tell us they volunteer to: Attend a variety of events and meet new people, Access other SDF training and volunteer opportunities, Gain knowledge and skills on how to support research projects, Help improve services for people who use them, Eventually move on to other volunteering, education or employment.

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.

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 Our art and craft groups are designed to help our participants: - to connect with others - to have some meaningful structure in their week - to try new things - to express themselves through artistic media - to collaborate with others. . Our volunteers will work with staff and participants to generate themes and ideas for the group; Ensure that everyone is included in the activity, Help to prepare the room prior to the group, Ensure that participants have the materials for their project, Assist participants to explore new ideas where appropriate, Clear up after activity Volunteers are encouraged to bring creative skills and experience, and share these with the group. Applications forms are availble by contacting office on 01382 227288 or hello@wellbeingworksdundee.org.uk

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.

Main Duties include Meeting and greeting people, providing a warm welcome to the service; Making appointments and direct referrals to the appropriate agencies; Providing a friendly, listening ear to people; Explaining the resources and services available in Dundee; Collecting and recording information about people who use the service; Recording messages; Referring complex enquiries to a supervisor; Keeping the information displays stocked; Attending volunteer development sessions to keep informed about developments in services; Raising awareness of the service.

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.

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.

The volunteer would be required to maintain the garden by weeding, cutting the grass planting flowers and make use of the green house and raised beds. You will be asked to do little handyman jobs to keep things in a good state of repair.

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.

The purpose of the role is to assist in the day to day running of the Boomerang charity shop to maximise sales and profitability. We are seeking volunteers to take a hands on approach to running our charity shop, taking decisions about visual displays and staff rotas, providing a high standard of service to customers, dressing the shop window with donated goods, reaching targets and making it a success. As a shop volunteer you’ll be the face of the charity and make a big difference to how the public sees us and the work we do. You’ll have the chance to meet new people and get retail experience

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.

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.

Tayside Deaf Hub has opened a Social Enterprise Café to help fund their organisation. Open from 9am to 4pm it has become increasingly busy. We now feel that we need to add to the existing staff and need people to wait tables and be involved in till work and any other activities associated with running a Cafe

Take part in Citizen Science with our other volunteers (or feel free to do so alone). We record wildlife along the Dighty Burn (and its tributaries) and include it in a national database (the NBN Atlas). We regularly carry out river invertebrate surveys to check for water quality; survey butterflies in the summer; take part in moth surveys; organise training days (including dragonfly and damselfly identification); help with dipper ringing and other bird surveys; carry out bat surveys and a multitude of other activities. We welcome anyone from complete beginners to seasoned professionals. All we ask is that you have a genuine desire to be outdoors, a keenness in wildlife and an interest in the Dighty Burn.

To assist in setting up attractive lunch tables and serving a simple lunch consisting of home made soup, rolls, meats, fruit, vegetables and drinks. Lunch takes into account the various ages of children attending and reflects the needs of babies and babies at the weaning stage. We offer families tasters of foods new to them and encouraging families to enjoy this opportunity would be part of your role. Helping to clear up the lunch area ready for play activities to resume, would complete this opportunity within a happy team.

Gardening in the Spring Grove is an opportunity to improve your physical and emotional well-being. It is an opportunity to feel useful in your local community. This work will give you a feeling of ownership over part of the park while learning a new skll, rebuild an old one and share in fellowship with like-minded people.

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 and/or a group setting. 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).

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 are needed for the Foodbank at Dunsinane Avenue. This will involve the Preparation of food parcels inside the foodbank and/or Delivery of food parcels to the door steps of the client.

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.

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.