Credit Unions are not-for-profit, and we could not function without the commitment and enthusiasm of volunteers. Opportunities Full training is provided for volunteers in all aspects of the credit union service. Experience in finance is not always necessary, but enthusiasm is essential. You can volunteer for whatever role you think would suit you best, such as: Administration – Maintaining records and handling financial data is an essential back-office function Board Member – elected by members to be responsible for the management and policies of the Credit Union Credit Committee Officer – makes decisions on loan applications Supervisory Committee Officer – responsible for internal audit of records and policies of the credit union Street team and promotion – assists with publicity, displays and leafleting What is involved? The amount of time a credit union volunteer gives depends entirely on the individual. It can vary from a couple of hours a fortnight to 3-4 hours a week. Anyone who is willing to help out is greatly appreciated. Benefits of Volunteering Volunteering with a credit union can lead to many transferable skills and experiences including: • Marketing • Committee skills • Business planning • Credit control • Customer service Through involvement with credit union, volunteers also have the opportunity to: • Gain skills and experience with a professional financial service provider • Personal development • Build your confidence and self-esteem • Try new experience • Improve and share their skills • learn about money management • meet new people • make a significant contribution to serving their local community • Many credit union volunteers go on to enjoy full time employment in the financial services industry. For an informal chat about the benefits of being a Credit Union volunteer please contact us. Tel: 01290 420044 Email: info@sovereigncu.co.uk

Volunteer drivers are directly involved with transporting cancer patients to and from various hospitals locally and in Greater Glasgow for treatment, using their own vehicles. Responsible to: Head of Service Support Key Tasks: • To contact patients the day/early evening before they travel; this alleviates any stress they may have about getting to hospital for treatment. • Familiarise yourself with the Volunteer Driver Induction pack. • Adhere to the policies and procedures of ACS. • Undertake training relevant to the role. • Contact ACS as soon as possible if you are unable to attend as agreed. Personal Qualities: • The ability to be supportive, non-judgemental and accepting of others. • Warmth, sensitivity and a willingness to listen. • Patience and understanding. • Enjoy interacting with people. • Willingness to get involved. • An understanding of the importance of a regular commitment.

We are Scotland’s health charity supporting people and their families across Scotland with chest, heart and stroke conditions. We want to make sure life living with a chest or heart condition or after a stroke is a life lived to the full. We will fight for better health for everyone and work to make sure there is help and support in every community. After a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or a stroke, many people experience fear and isolation and struggle with the impact on their lives. Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland won’t stand for that. The care and support we deliver every day ensures everyone can live the life they want to. Across Scotland, over 1 million people – that’s one in five of the population – are living with the effects of serious chest and heart conditions and stroke. By 2021 we will double the number of people we support so that more people can live life to the full. We will do this by providing vital advice, information, and support through our No Life Half Lived Support services across Scotland. These services include our Advice Line, Stroke Nurse Service, Rehabilitation Support Service, Health Information, Health Defence, Education and E-learning, Financial Advice & Support and our Peer Support Groups

How would you like to be part of the Guide Dogs family and help people with sight loss live the life they choose? We would love to have you onboard to help with our ambition of a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. Did you know that we don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for children, adults and their families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well? To do all this we need the support of amazing volunteers like you! If you would like more information, are unsure or need flexibility around the role then chat to us first by emailing VolunteerScotNI@Guidedogs.org.uk and someone will be in touch. What does the role involve? Assisting your local fundraising group in organising, promoting and taking part in a variety of activities to raise money for Guide Dogs. It costs £58,000 to support one single guide dog throughout it's life, so without our amazing Fundraisers raising money for us, we wouldn't be able to provide our life changing services! Main responsibilities: * Organise and facilitate fundraising events such as street collections, stalls at local fairs, tea parties, garden sales, sponsored events and anything else you can think of! * Attend group meetings * Take collection boxes to local businesses * Keeping track of what we sell on our stalls at events (including the cuddly toys!) * Count donations Please contact VolunteerScotNI@guidedogs.org.uk for more information.

Our MIDAS (Minibus Driving Awareness Scheme) trained drivers operate our special buses, they also have received training in customer care. All drivers will be trained to national MIDAS standard. The drivers gain experience not only in transport matters but also interpersonal skills and how to assist people with physical disabilities. This service helps people continue membership of groups and it helps the groups to have a varied schedule of events.

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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 12-22 St Andrews Street, Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, KA1 3EY, 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

: Support Volunteers are directly involved with visitors to the Kyle Ward Oncology Day Unit, Ayr Hospital offering support in a safe and positive environment where there is continuous support from paid NHS staff and other volunteers complementing, not replacing, their work. Responsible to: Head of Cancer Support Services (HoCSS) Hours: Thursday and Friday, 9am – 1pm or 1pm – 5pm. Key Tasks: • Offer a warm welcome in clinical waiting areas. • Put visitors and patients at ease, offering a listening ear and an understanding manner. • Preparing and offering light refreshments (tea, coffee and juice). • Be familiar with the services offered by ACS. • To ensure patients know where facilities are located. • Referring any patient concerns about their clinical care to a nurse. • Participate as part of a team. • Attend regular support sessions with HoCSS. • Adhere to the policies and procedures of ACS. • Undertake training sessions relevant to your role. • Other duties as required Personal specification: • Volunteers must be 18 or over. • This is not a clinical role, and you will not be shadowing or assisting staff. • Willingness to undertake any necessary training as outlined by staff. • Ability to work as a team player. • Ability to communicate well with patients. • Enjoy interacting with people. • Warmth, sensitivity, and a willingness to listen. • Patience and composure. • A caring, empathetic, sensitive manner and a non-judgemental approach. • Reliable/ dependable and flexible. • Understanding of confidentiality. • Have a positive outlook and enthusiastic approach. Personal specification: • Volunteers must be 18 or over. • This is not a clinical role, and you will not be shadowing or assisting staff. • Willingness to undertake any necessary training as outlined by staff. • Ability to work as a team player. • Ability to communicate well with patients. • Enjoy interacting with people. • Warmth, sensitivity, and a willingness to listen. • Patience and composure. • A caring, empathetic, sensitive manner and a non-judgemental approach. • Reliable/ dependable and flexible. • Understanding of confidentiality. • Have a positive outlook and enthusiastic approach. Additional requirements and general information: • Successful placement will be dependent on Disclosure Scotland PVG, Covid Age Risk assessment and two-character references. • Maintain patient confidentiality, at all times. • Volunteers should not: undertake duties outside this role description without checking first with the Nurse in Charge / HoCSS; undertake any manual handling tasks without the appropriate training; undertake patients’ personal or clinical care. • A volunteer can offer emotional support and empathy but must under no circumstances offer advice or medical opinion on a patient’s treatment. • Volunteers are in place to complement the work of the paid staff and are not used to replace roles that are normally undertaken by paid hospital employees. • Volunteers are bound by the ‘Volunteer Agreement’ which should be signed and returned to the HoCSS prior to undertaking this role. • You will be required to undertake training relevant to the role including ACS induction; role training prior to ward placement and other training as identified for the role whilst on placement. • Ability to commit to the same times each week would be preferred. • Expenses: All actual travel expenses will be reimbursed. • All volunteers will be provide with 4-6weekly supervision by HoCSS.

Participation Support Volunteer: Purpose and Aims of the role Would you like to help Care Experienced children and young people engage in activities to build their skills and confidence and engage in their local community? Who Cares Scotland is running a new group in Kilmarnock called Bright Stars and has a fantastic opportunity for the right person. The Participation Support Volunteer role will assist in providing and supporting activities for young people. This role will involve interacting with young people school age through supporting and leading on a variety of activities e.g. Arts, crafts, performing arts, sports and general youth work at our fortnightly sessions as well as at our National events that happen throughout the year. You do not need to be Care Experienced for this role, but we are as always interested to hear from applicants with Care Experience. This role includes working with children with assisted needs and will require a full PVG background check. What will I be doing? • Supporting staff to undertake activities • Supporting youth group sessions • Leading on activities • Contribute ideas and attend planning meetings • Supporting young people’s sense of belonging and connection • Helping children and young people to have fun • Building children and young people’s confidence and self esteem • Being a positive role model • Working with young people who have additional support needs What skills can I bring to this role? • Experience of working with children (Not essential but preferred) • Understanding of supporting young people with additional support needs • A knowledge of issues affecting Care Experienced children and young people • Ability to work well with children and young people • Good communication and listening skills • Ability to encourage and motivate children and young people to participate in activities • A knowledge of arts and experience with performance (not essential) • A knowledge and interest in sports based activates (not essential) ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY What qualities do I need? • To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy • Be enthusiastic, flexible, and committed • Reliable and approachable • Friendly, helpful, and understanding • Reliability and a commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner • To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed • Adaptable to change When will I be needed? • Fortnightly group meeting Wednesday's early evenings • Additional planning meetings Location East Ayrshire What will I gain from the role? • A sense of satisfaction in helping children and young people build their confidence and self-esteem to achieve their full potential • Practical experience of working with children and young people • Building relationships withing the local community • Self-development • Have fun! What support will I be given? • Induction and child protection training • Role specific training • Expenses – all out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed • Supervision and support from your manager / officer Additional Information For all roles involving regulated work with children and young people, applicants will be required to submit a PVG Scheme Record or a PVG Scheme Record Update application. This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG Scheme. The Bright Stars have been running since October 2022 and with this role you will help us to develop the group further There is no closing date. To discuss this role please contact us at: volunteering@whocaresscotland.org

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Do you have what we need and could we offer you the opportunity that you’re looking for? We’re looking for new Trustees with the enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to join our Board of Trustees. If you would like to make a difference then we would like to hear from you. Did you know – from Research by Getting on Board that supports individuals to join charity Boards: • 96% of Trustees said they had learned new skills • 84% said being a Trustee made them happier • 73% said it made them more confident • 22% received a promotion at work because of becoming a Trustee The Board of Partners for Inclusion Group is looking for additional Trustees to bring their skills and experience and work collaboratively with the Group that provides bespoke support for people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, or both. Working closely with families, each person has a person-centred support with a team recruited especially for and with them. Each person receives their own budget for support and, as no two individuals are the same; no two support services are the same. Do you have passion for our Mission? • Support people to live how they choose • Influence and enhance opportunities available to all • Share knowledge, experience and learning with others Do you share our Values, that everyone….? • is equal, different and has their own gifts • has the ability to develop • has needs and the right to support in keeping with their basic human rights • has relationships that are valuable What’s in it for You • Becoming a Trustee is a wonderful way of gaining new skills and experiences – and a great way to feel you’re giving something back • You will be helping a Charity make a big difference to the lives of people treated as individuals • Develop valuable skills, knowledge, experience and networks within the Voluntary sector. • Work alongside a committed and varied team of Trustees, as both Trustee & Director, all striving to promote the Group’s way of providing bespoke individual support We are particularly looking for Trustees with backgrounds and experience in the areas of: Finance | Marketing and Communications | Process improvement | Technology | Business Development Diversity and Inclusion We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, experience, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Partners for Inclusion Group is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to: - Paying for your travel costs to the office and back for interviews. - Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d like them. - Providing the Trustee Information Pack in a Word document format upon request. - Offering a guaranteed first stage interview with Partners for Inclusion Group for disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require a hard copy of the Trustee application pack please call our reception desk on 01563 825 555 or email reception@partnersforinclusion.org

Opened in 2019, the Health and Wellbeing Centre at Dumfries House provides a range of holistic services to the local community. Services are GP and patient-led, with referrals from primary and secondary care providers. Run by The Prince’s Foundation, it provides an Integrated Health and Wellbeing Programme, with the centre also open to health charities and other organisations. Currently, the organisation is running a range of health care programmes for the community free of charge, such as Chronic Pain, Obesity and Weight Management, and Mental health courses. These are open to anyone in Ayrshire. Although based at the wonderful Dumfries House Estate at the health and wellbeing centre, this might also be problematic to people who would like to join but do not have the means and ways to get to the estate since there is no public transport links. Volunteer drivers would support both us as a foundation but more importantly the participants. Volunteer drivers transport people from their homes to Dumfries House and back to their residences, using their own vehicles. The volunteer drivers are reassured that the participants will be assessed that they are fit to get in and out of the vehicles on their own. The different wellbeing programmes run in between 6 to 12 weeks with morning and/or afternoon sessions. Each session lasts for 3 hours and volunteer drivers can either opt to leave and return the estate or else enjoy a walk in the grounds and a complimentary tea or coffee. Personal Qualities: • The ability to be supportive, non-judgemental and accepting of others. • Warmth, sensitivity and a willingness to listen. • Patience and understanding. • Enjoy interacting with people. • Willingness to get involved. • An understanding of the importance of a regular commitment.

Ayrshire Cancer Support exists to ensure that help is readily available for those who need it. In line with this mission Ayrshire Cancer Support seeks to involve volunteers to: ensure our services meet the needs of our clients; provide new skills and perspectives and increase our contact with the local community we serve. We currently need event volunteers. As part of our fundraising and promotion of Ayrshire Cancer Support we frequently organise events and we wouldn't be able to ensure the smooth running of these events without the help and support of volunteers. What will you be doing? - Meet and greet - Help in the setting up and clearing down of the event - Cheering and supporting participants - Help with the administration and managing of the event - Supporting the organisers - Volunteering at information stands to raise awareness of our services - Selling of raffle tickets/ bucket collecting Responsibilities may vary between projects but we will match a task to your area of interest or expertise. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to meet new people, use your free time in a useful way, add to your CV and help others. You don’t need any special skills for most opportunities, just to be keen and have a willingness to get involved.

We are looking for volunteers to support 2-4 hours per week: Groups and events for families Undertake weekly activities with a child or young person Offer support and encouragement to help a parent or carer Supporting a family in their local community to access resources Further Information For more information, please telephone Rachel Sweeney on 07384 806228 or e-mail rachel.sweeney@children1st.org.uk Job title: Family Wellbeing and Befriending Volunteer - East Ayrshire Closing date: 06/05/2023 12:00 Interview date: It is anticipated that interviews will be held on an ongoing basis If you would like to apply for this role please download and complete the application form, criminal convictions self-declaration and equal opportunities monitoring form and email them to volunteer@children1st.org.uk. We welcome and encourage applications from potential volunteers of all backgrounds, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, belief, disability, who reflect our values.

Flexible and willing to volunteer indoor and outdoors enthusiastic about Ayrshire Cancer support and helping at events willing to be part of a team Any specific skills that you think might be helpful in the running of an event(leading teams, using tech, previous experience in management or organising events. Responsibilities may vary between projects . What will you be doing? Meet and Greet, Help in the setting up and clearing down of event, Cheering and supporting participants, Helping with administration and managing event, Supporting the organisers Volunteering at information stands to raise awareness of our services and selling raffle tickets/bucket collecting

Ayrshire Cancer Support Group needs people to work in our shops to raise funds. Assistants will display and price goods, serve customers.

Do you have what we need and could we offer you the opportunity that you’re looking for? We’re looking for new Trustees with the enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to join our Board of Trustees. If you would like to make a difference then we would like to hear from you. Did you know – from Research by Getting on Board that supports individuals to join charity Boards: • 96% of Trustees said they had learned new skills • 84% said being a Trustee made them happier • 73% said it made them more confident • 22% received a promotion at work because of becoming a Trustee The Board of Partners for Inclusion Group is looking for additional Trustees to bring their skills and experience and work collaboratively with the Group that provides bespoke support for people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, or both. Working closely with families, each person has a person-centred support with a team recruited especially for and with them. Each person receives their own budget for support and, as no two individuals are the same; no two support services are the same. Do you have passion for our Mission? • Support people to live how they choose • Influence and enhance opportunities available to all • Share knowledge, experience and learning with others Do you share our Values, that everyone….? • is equal, different and has their own gifts • has the ability to develop • has needs and the right to support in keeping with their basic human rights • has relationships that are valuable What’s in it for You • Becoming a Trustee is a wonderful way of gaining new skills and experiences – and a great way to feel you’re giving something back • You will be helping a Charity make a big difference to the lives of people treated as individuals • Develop valuable skills, knowledge, experience and networks within the Voluntary sector. • Work alongside a committed and varied team of Trustees, as both Trustee & Director, all striving to promote the Group’s way of providing bespoke individual support We are particularly looking for Trustees with backgrounds and experience in the areas of: Finance | Marketing and Communications | Process improvement | Technology | Business Development Diversity and Inclusion We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, experience, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Partners for Inclusion Group is committed to inclusive working practices, so during the application process we commit to: - Paying for your travel costs to the office and back for interviews. - Making any reasonable adjustments – for example ensuring we have BSL interpreters organised in advance if you’d like them. - Providing the Trustee Information Pack in a Word document format upon request. - Offering a guaranteed first stage interview with Partners for Inclusion Group for disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require a hard copy of the Trustee application pack please call our reception desk on 01563 825 555 or email reception@partnersforinclusion.org

How would you like to be part of the Guide Dogs family and help people with sight loss live the life they choose? We would love to have you onboard to help with our ambition of a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. Did you know that we don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for children, adults and their families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well? To do all this we need the support of amazing volunteers like you! If you would like more information, are unsure or need flexibility around the role then chat to us first by emailing VolunteerScotNI@Guidedogs.org.uk and someone will be in touch. What does the role involve? Identifying suitable places and placing our iconic dog-shaped collection boxes locally in shops and businesses and counting up the funds every few months before paying them in to Guide Dogs. Key responsibilities: * Identifying and placing collecting boxes in suitable locations * Talking to the shop owner, receptionist etc at the location about how the boxes will help Guide Dogs and what we do * Emptying boxes every 3-6 months (as they get full) and banking the income through the paying in book provided. Give a receipt and letter of thanks to the hosts * Keeping a written record of the location of all boxes for your supervisor, the dates they are emptied and the dates/ amounts banked * If boxes aren’t collecting much, you’ll decide to move them to a better location. Your supervisor may also ask you to remove boxes * Reporting any stolen boxes to the local mobility team Please contact VolunteerScotNI@guidedogs.org.uk for more information.

How would you like to be part of the Guide Dogs family and help people with sight loss live the life they choose? We would love to have you onboard to help with our ambition of a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. Did you know that we don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for children, adults and their families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well? To do all this we need the support of amazing volunteers like you! If you would like more information, are unsure or need flexibility around the role then chat to us first by emailing VolunteerScotNI@Guidedogs.org.uk and someone will be in touch. What does the role involve? Identifying suitable places and placing our iconic dog-shaped collection boxes locally in shops and businesses and counting up the funds every few months before paying them in to Guide Dogs. Key responsibilities: * Identifying and placing collecting boxes in suitable locations * Talking to the shop owner, receptionist etc at the location about how the boxes will help Guide Dogs and what we do * Emptying boxes every 3-6 months (as they get full) and banking the income through the paying in book provided. Give a receipt and letter of thanks to the hosts * Keeping a written record of the location of all boxes for your supervisor, the dates they are emptied and the dates/ amounts banked * If boxes aren’t collecting much, you’ll decide to move them to a better location. Your supervisor may also ask you to remove boxes * Reporting any stolen boxes to the local mobility team Please contact VolunteerScotNI@guidedogs.org.uk for more information.

How would you like to be part of the Guide Dogs family and help people with sight loss live the life they choose? We would love to have you onboard to help with our ambition of a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. Did you know that we don’t just provide life-changing guide dogs, we also provide advice, skills, emotional and practical support for children, adults and their families living with sight loss to help them live actively, independently and well? To do all this we need the support of amazing volunteers like you! If you would like more information, are unsure or need flexibility around the role then chat to us first by emailing VolunteerScotNI@Guidedogs.org.uk and someone will be in touch. What does the role involve? Identifying suitable places and placing our iconic dog-shaped collection boxes locally in shops and businesses and counting up the funds every few months before paying them in to Guide Dogs. Key responsibilities: * Identifying and placing collecting boxes in suitable locations * Talking to the shop owner, receptionist etc at the location about how the boxes will help Guide Dogs and what we do * Emptying boxes every 3-6 months (as they get full) and banking the income through the paying in book provided. Give a receipt and letter of thanks to the hosts * Keeping a written record of the location of all boxes for your supervisor, the dates they are emptied and the dates/ amounts banked * If boxes aren’t collecting much, you’ll decide to move them to a better location. Your supervisor may also ask you to remove boxes * Reporting any stolen boxes to the local mobility team Please contact VolunteerScotNI@guidedogs.org.uk for more information.

People can have problems and not want to share them with people known to them. Samaritans can provide an anonymous listening ear to share problems in a non-judgemental way.Through the telephone, email and texting systems, Samaritans offer a listening ear to those with problems. Callers can vary in age and nature of issue. Samaritans can have a vital effect on the lives of others and receive training in communication and interpersonal skills. Due to the nature of the Samaritans work all volunteers are required to do one twilight shift from 11.00pm till 3.00am, once every 4 weeks. The days these times are required are Tuesdays & Fridays.

Volunteer Drivers are directly involved with transporting cancer patients to and from various hospitals locally and in Greater Glasgow for treatment, using their own vehicles. Responsible to - Head of Service Support Key Tasks- To contact patients the day/early evening before they travel: this alleviates any stress they may have about getting hospital treatment. Familiarise yourself with the volunteer Driver Induction Pack. Adhere to policies and procedures of ACS. Undertake training relevant to the role. Contact ACS as soon as possible if you are unable to attend. A minimum of 1 day per week for a maximum of 6 hours, the time depends on the distance the patient lives from the hospital, and how soon the patient can travel after treatment. No formal patient transport experience required, however a valid current driving licence held for a minimum of 5 years is required. Induction Training- ACS will provide comprehensive induction training Ongoing Training- Access to other training may be required which would assist you in your role. Personal qualities: the ability to be supportive, non-judgemental and accepting of others. Warmth, sensitivity and willingness to listen. enjoy interacting with people. Willingness to get involved. An understanding of the importance of regular commitment. All actual travel mileage expenses will be reimbursed in line with current HMRC allowances.

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland supports groups across Scotland to meet the needs of people living with chest and heart conditions and following a stroke. Peer support groups give people the chance to share experiences with others who understand what they are going through. Peer support groups have various reasons for coming together. It may be to meet socially, take part in physical activity or learn how to live well with their condition. Each group is unique and tailored to the needs of its local community. Everyone involved with the group will have a say in how the group is run. Tasks may include setting up and clearing the room; organising refreshments; taking the register, and collecting subs; meeting, and greeting new members; organising, and taking part in the programme of activities; supporting, and taking part in fundraising (e.g., raffles); promoting the group; and working to the group’s health & safety and other procedures.

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Our MIDAS (Minibus Driving Awareness Scheme) trained drivers operate our special buses, they also have received training in customer care. All drivers will be trained to national MIDAS standard. The drivers gain experience not only in transport matters but also interpersonal skills and how to assist people with physical disabilities. This service helps people continue membership of groups and it helps the groups to have a varied schedule of events.

There is nothing more satisfying than being a volunteer, whether actively with them or behind the scenes, making a huge difference changing people’s lives in reducing isolation and improve their mental health and well-being. We are promoting our awareness campaign this year for those people who are unable to see the written word on a magazine, leaflet, and newspaper, for the visually impaired in Ayrshire. Due to our campaign, we are expanding and are looking for volunteers who are outgoing, sociable, and friendly, in supporting the visually impaired in events, activities and daytrips. We would like volunteers who are confident in pronouncedly speaking and able to complete tasks to complete our expansion.