Our Home Visitors play a vital role in delivery of our service by visiting potential volunteer pet foster carers to assess their house, home situation and the fosterer. Main tasks: - Contact potential fosterer and arrange a time for the home visit to take place. - Carry out the home visit following the guidelines provided by PFSS. - Complete the home visit report and return a copy to the Home Visit Coordinator.

The Erskine Motorbike Meet is an afternoon of family fun featuring live music, family entertainment, stall village, motorbike stands, street food, and much more! Over 1,000 motorbikes, trikes and scooters turn out with their riders to show their support and respect for the veterans Erskine cares for! You will meet lots of other volunteers, join in the various different fundraising activities with free access and opportunity to explore the Motorbike Meet. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with various duties to be allocated on arrival. Duties may include setting up event space (marquees/stalls/entry and merchandise desks etc), managing entry gates and collecting entry donations, selling raffle tickets and merchandise, covering breaks, bucket collections and breaking down event space. If you have a specific task preference please let us know and we will try our best to accommodate. Volunteers will be supported by an Erskine staff member and given a pre-event briefing. Erskine background and information will be given to all volunteers on arrival. The Motorbike Meet is on Sunday 26th May 2019 from 1pm till 5pm. We are asking volunteers to take 2 hour shifts from 10.30am but are welcome to do more if they wish, even volunteer for the whole day. All volunteers will be given free entry to the Motorbike Meet outwith their shifts.

Would you like to help children and young people engage in activities to build their skills and confidence and engage in their local community? The participation support volunteer role will assist in providing and supporting activities for young people. This role will involve interacting with young people aged 10 - 18 years via a variety of activities e.g. arts, crafts, DJ workshops and general youth work at our weekly sessions as well as at our National events that happen throughout the year.

Volunteers will visit and befriend patients in acute hospital wards, and maintain contact with them during their inpatient stay (or in the case of mental health services the volunteer support could continue into the community). Volunteers will respect the patients personal belief’s and provide a basic level of emotional support.

Do words like 'hashtag' and 'likes' sound, interesting to you? Join us and become part of the Market Place team, helping to promote and encourage more people to get involved in the community in East Ren. Help us by maintaining and developing our Twitter and Facebook page, promoting this message to more people. Become a Social Media Volunteer today!

Meals delivery can be a vital service for those who want to maintain independence in their homes. In East Renfrewshire we deliver around twelve thousand meals a year to people who have difficulty with shopping, carrying food home or cooking for themselves. Hot meals are delivered twice a week on twelve different runs. All our menus are designed to provide a good, balanced diet and the meals are collected from local school kitchens. We also deliver books to those confined to the house.

The monthly female peer group is for unpaid carers who look after a relative or friend who has an illness, disability, addiction or are frail or elderly. The group allows carers to meet others in a similar situation, time out from their caring role and access support and information. The facilitator would welcome carers, encourage discussion and liaise with a member of staff to organise relevant speakers if and when requested by carers

We’re looking for a female volunteer to assist our Support Worker accompany an older woman, who has multiple support needs, with her much loved weekly swimming session. The role will suit someone who has a calm/friendly/reassuring manner and is comfortable in the pool. The woman supported wears a swimming aid at all times and uses a swimming noodle. The role does not include responsibility for the woman’s safety/personal care nor does it require any life-saving skills

Are you passionate about volunteering? Share your experiences to encourage others to give volunteering a go! We are looking for enthusiastic individuals interested in meeting new people and finding out about what’s on in their local community. The main aim of this role is to promote the benefits of volunteering and to encourage and support people within your local community to get involved. Main Tasks: • Raising awareness of volunteering in your local community • Running information pop up stalls across East Ren • Displaying posters and leaflets in your local libraries, advice centres, community centres, churches etc. • Visiting local groups Volunteers are always welcome to provide new and alternative suggestions on how and where to promote volunteering. Volunteers will be provided with all necessary leaflets, posters, pop up banners etc., along with contact details for any known supportive organisations, though it is expected that the volunteer will carry out some online/offline research. Volunteer Specification: • Previous volunteering experience (desirable) • Good people skills • Good knowledge of your local community and willingness to explore your local community • Responsible and reliable

Through this site we hope to ‘bridge the gap’ that exists between organisations and young people so that young people can find opportunities that will help them gain the experience they need for a bright and fulfilling future. Help promote the website activities and encourage volunteering locally through our social media!

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

You can I help with Scouting whatever your gender, age, abilities and skills. Simply let us know your availability and how you would like to help and we will match this to roles within your local area. You do not need to have a background in Scouting If your child is in Scouting, You could help Many of our helpers and Leaders are parents of our youth Members. This is for a number of reasons including being able to see first hand how Scouting benefits young people and wanting to give something back, being able to spend more time with their child and realising that volunteering for Scouting is enjoyable and teaches them new skills. Speak to your child’s Section Leader to discuss how you might become involved. You can help out on a flexible basis. Whether you can help out once a fortnight, month or term or just at special events or camps, there is bound to be a role you can play. Learn more. Although Scouting is a uniformed organisation, adults in Scouting do not have to wear a uniform. What is the process for joining? There is an application form to fill out which someone in your Group will be able to help you with. For some roles you will be required to meet a small group of people outside of the Group to discuss the role you wish to take on. References are also required for some roles. An enhanced Criminal Records (or equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland) check is carried out on all volunteers. Assistant Leader section Assistant Occasional Helper/Parent Young Leader (14-18) Chairman Treasurer Secretary Group Scout Leader District Le

Our volunteer fundraising mentors are paired with community sports clubs who need expertise in fundraising to become more sustainable and increase their capacity. We support groups who are utilising sport to bring about real social difference 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…this is where you come in. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to make a difference then please does get in touch.

Volunteering as a member of our Charity Retail Drivers team, you will use the Hospice vehicles to assist with the collection and distribution of stock between our 18 shops and warehouse around Glasgow. Each shop is unique within the community, therefore it is crucial that the stock is delivered to the selected shop to ensure we generate and maximise our income in support of the Hospice. Promote and raise the profile of the Hospice throughout the local community and the importance of raising funds through the shops; Deliver and collect stock in a Hospice vehicle to the required location within specific timescales and in a safe manner; Carry out the transfer of donated goods between shop locations working in cooperation with the Shop Managers; Deliver and collect small furniture items to and from customers homes; Assist in maintaining vehicles to a good standard by promptly reporting any suspected defects; Undertake any other duties as and when necessary; Understand the importance of confidentiality at all times and maintain high standards with regard to communicating information in a confidential manner.

Join our exciting Hearing Forces project, which is providing support to veterans aged 65+, who have hearing loss or tinnitus and their families and carers. It's a great opportunity to meet veterans in a variety of settings and assist with hearing screening, information and hearing aid maintenance. You’ll also advise about helpful equipment and signpost veterans to many other services that may support them.

Getting an insight into Police Scotland and how it operates. As a volunteer, have the chance to gain experience working in communities and developing leadership skills. The PSYV groups have previously been invited to take part in large and national events. The role will be assisting developing Young volunteer’s life skills for the future. The Youth Volunteer group allows Police Scotland to strengthen engagement with young people, breaking down traditional barriers and promoting positive role models.

Help select the best furniture from stores to help improve sales. Also to interact with customers to help sell furniture on a daily basis and source possible stock form potential new donators.

You will coordinate and run a social group in the area for people experiencing the challenges of childlessness. Tasks include: Act as main contact for the group Organise and maintain an email circulation list of people within the group Organise social activities Offer peer to peer support and friendship Promote the group Liaise with the Volunteer Coordinator Adhere to policies and procedures The charity provides information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues.

We are looking for someone who can support us in the development of the community garden. From helping to organise open days and events to supporting our trainer in organising equipment needed for training days. Having experience of Social Media would be good.

To help the organisation reach its full potential and generate a suitable level of support for its members. The role requires the volunteer to: * Identify the organisation's 12 month financial priorities. * Agree annual and funding target/ambition. * Make suitable funding applications, manage these through the process and complete end of funding reviews. * Embrace the organisation's goals and objectives, e.g. recruitment priority and residential activities.

Mearns Kirk Helping Hands aims to offer an excellent volunteering experience to anyone who is willing to offer their time, skills and commitment to helping us run our activities. We are currently looking for friendly, caring drivers to help people get to and from our activities. Mearns Kirk Helping Hands runs several different activities each week, allowing those who may otherwise be at home alone the opportunity to socialise and have fun with others. We are looking for volunteers who are willing to use their own car or drive our minibus to help people to access these activities. There is no minimum time commitment, though our activities currently take place during the day on weekdays. A full training package is provided, and you will be sent a full role profile when you enquire about the opportunity.

The MKHH Friendship club provides entertainment and company to those in the local community supported by a friendly team of volunteers. A volunteer group leader, with support from MKHH staff would coordinate the fortnightly running of the Friendship Club. This would involve a range of duties, including planning a programme of entertainment, coordinating transport and coordinating memberships of the Friendship Club. Full induction, training and support will be provided.

General day to day duties include - sorting stock hanging and taging of stock serving customers cash handling housekeeping.

We need your help to make someones day. Transporting patients from across East Renfrewshire to & from hospitals/health centres (drivers own transport required). HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? Contact us ideally by email and after completing a volunteer registration form and returning to us. It generally takes around 6 weeks for you to start volunteering. If you do not receive a response from the organisation within 6 weeks, please contact the Volunteer Centre.

You will work with and assist the teacher giving out musical instruments and helping the children with their activities. You will gain experience working with children from the age of 1 year to 11 years. During the summer programme, you will also help with art and craft activities.

Help assist the leaders deliver a quality and fun learning opportunity for pre & school age children. We run sessions outdoors in urban woodlands and encourage children to play and get mucky. You would be helping observe & keep children safe whilst encouraging them to learn new skills. We encourage all staff to bring new activities for the children to try & we would encourage you to be as involved as you feel able to.

RESULTS is an international citizens’ advocacy organisation working to end global poverty. At the heart of RESULTS is our network of volunteer activists who work together in local groups to lobby decision-makers, raise awareness and campaign to make ending poverty a political priority. We would like to expand our network further and have an even bigger impact. We are therefore looking for people to act as ‘hosts’ for group launch events in your area. Hosts play a vital role by helping to identify a venue for an introductory event and by inviting people with an interest in development to attend and consider becoming part of a RESULTS group. The event will be an interactive and inspiring workshop, led by RESULTS staff, which introduces the issues that we work on and gives people a taster of how they can become powerful advocates for the end of poverty through RESULTS.

Volunteering in our charity shopis a change to learn all about all aspects of retail trade. For example, till work, sorting, cleaning, stock rotation and customer service. Volunteers are essential for the running of our shops and there is a very friendly and sociable atmosphere. It is a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain work experience as you work in all aspects of retail. HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? Contact us ideally by email and after completing a Volunteer registration form and returning to us (Barnardo's will call volunteer asking them to collect application form from shop). It generally takes around 6 weeks for you to start volunteering. If you do not receive a response from the organisation within 6 weeks, please contact the Volunteer Centre.

Cosgrove is seeking volunteers, minimum age 16 years, for their Child Services school holidays play schemes over the school holidays in April, July and August 2019. Volunteers will receive an induction and will be under supervision at all times. They will be involved in a variety of creative, fun and practical activities. helping to support children with a range of additional support needs such as Autism spectrum, to get the most of out of their time at our play schemes. This could be an arts and crafts group, music, drama, dance or baking class. You may like to share your own hobbies or interests with the children, such as music or football or help with an outing to the local swimming pool, soft play area or trip to the coast. The dates are April 1st – 4th and 8th – 11th July 8th – Aug 9th

Volunteers are required to assist ward staff in improving the quality of the patient experience of mealtimes in Wishaw General Hospital. In particular volunteers would be asked to: * Chat to patients during mealtimes * Making sure that patients have something to drink * Clearing patient tables so there is space for the tray * Fetching salt / pepper/ vinegar or napkins for patients * Alerting staff to issues that make it difficult for someone to eat * Assist patients in carrying out catering audits * Alerting staff to who hasn’t eaten their meal

Our pet foster carers provide a full time caring home for pets who have been temporarily separated from their owners while they are unable to care for them. You will be fully responsible for the animal in your care and their daily needs including feeding, cleaning, grooming, exercising and socialising. - Foster cats must be kept indoors at all times. - Foster dogs should not be left alone for longer than 5 hours.

Erskine are delighted to say that we are once again the charity partner for the Ideal Home Show Scotland, which helps us raise vital funds allowing us to continue providing unrivalled care to veterans across our four homes in Scotland. We are looking for volunteers to assist us with Bucket Collections and running the Erskine stand during the four days of the Show (24th-27th May 2019). If you can commit to 2 hours or more we would be delighted to hear from you! In return for your support you will receive free access to the Ideal Home Show Scotland

You'll be part of a team of volunteers delivering information and support to people affected by cancer in East Renfrewshire, in a friendly, non-clinical environment. You'll provide a listening ear and signpost to relevant services including financial advice, physical activities or practical support. No personal experience of cancer is necessary and you'll receive full training and support. You need to be 18 years old or over to apply.

Coaching a team of players on a Wednesday night to help motivate and prepare players to attend games on a Sunday. Volunteers will have an opportunity to develop themselves as a coach through learning management skills as well as being given the opportunity to participate in Scottish Rugby Union delivered training courses.

To be able to talk to the attendees making them feel welcome and included. Also: • To encourage, motivate and improve confidence of the attendees • Help set up hall and clear up at the end • Help with the washing of dishes

The Market Place is a community space used by individuals, groups and organisations. This opportunity involves helping to organise, run and advertise any of our community groups depending on the skills you wish to share or develop. This role involves helping to plan the groups, together with staff and other volunteers, talking with members of the group about what they would like. Most groups are weekly. Facilitating a group involves welcoming everyone, making teas/coffees, ensuring everyone is joining in and sharing your skills and knowledge. This role may also involve helping to distribute leaflets in order to promote the groups and keeping records of who attends

Are you creative, experienced and interested in crafts and making things? Then join our team as part of The Market Place Makers, an exciting new opportunity! Use your crafting knowledge and skills and learn new ones by helping us make our products for our Market Place shops. This helps us to generate income that goes back in to supporting communities of East Renfrewshire.

Hanover is one of Scotland's largest registered social landlords specialising in services for older people. We work closely with our residents to help people live independent, secure and fulfilling lives. Where do you fit in: The Social Activity Assistant will help residents make full use of the communal lounge by assisting with a range of social activities. The volunteers would support the older people to plan and organise the programme of activities, help set up and clear away and provide companionship and socialisation.

Volunteers will meet at Young Enterprise Scotland, Rouken Glen Park, collect one of the bikes (one has electric assist), and cycle to 3-4 restaurants in Giffnock. In line with an agreed collection plan, the volunteer will load bagged waste onto the bike and cycle back. It is then put into the composter. The route takes approximately 40 minutes with 2-3 stops per route. Hi viz, helmet, gloves and cycle training provided. Part off road, part on Fenwick Road.

Volunteers based at Young Enterprise Scotland, Rouken Glen Park. Administrator will prepare timetable for volunteer cyclists, check restaurants are happy with process and answer enquiries from new volunteers.

Volunteer Interpreters will enable our service to expand and support more families who are more fluent and confident in communication in their own language. An interpreter will be required to interpret telephone and face to face conversations with families to ensure the family are able to get the support they need. Interpreters from a wide range of languages are welcome. We are looking for volunteers in the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire.

A Volunteer Administrator at Mearns Kirk Helping Hands would provide valuable assistance to the staff team by undertaking a variety of administrative tasks, dependent on the needs of the charity. This will include tasks such as basic filing of both paper and electronic documents, sending out information to members or volunteers by post or email, assistance with driver rotas and creating and maintaining documents as required. Full training and induction is provided for the role.

A Friendship Club volunteer will be part of a busy volunteering team who provide companionship to members of the Friendship Club. A volunteer would be involved in the set up of afternoon tea, provide company to members, help to serve the tea, coffee and cakes and work as part of the team to ensure all activities run smoothly. They would also attend a short volunteer meeting prior to the start of each session. A full induction on the role is provided.

Assist the local fundraising team in promoting and taking part in a variety of activities to raise money for Guide Dogs. * Street collections on ‘flag’ days * Help on stalls at local events * Take Collection Boxes to local businesses * Attending local events organised by Branches or Community Fundraiser and keeping track of what we sell on our stalls (including the cuddly toys!) * Count donations * Fundraisers are usually members of the local fundraising group

If you have an afternoon or two spare (or even more!), the shift pattern is 9-1pm or 1-5pm or even a couple of hours to suit, you could join the dedicated team of professionals and supporters at your local Oxfam shop. There is arguably more skill and scope in working in an Oxfam shop than any other retail outlet in the high street. This outlet is mainly for clothing and accessories.

* To grant access to the building to all visitors, staff and clients * Informing staff when clients arrive in the building * Informing staff when appointments arrive * Answering the telephone * Completing the sign in book for all visitors * Keeping the reception orderly * Run the cloakroom service * Assist day centre client's with coats and jackets offering support if required

Enthusiastic conservation volunteers wanted to help in the park: Wild flower meadow planting Amphibian pond maintenance Bulb planting Flower and shrub planting Light path maintenance Wildlife gardening Cutting back invasive species General conservation tasks throughout the park Tools and wet weather gear supplied

To help provide additional support in store alongside Manager / Sales Assistant to ensure stock density and targets are achieved.

To help maintain fabulous windows and shop displays to encourage customers to come in store and look around.

Provide advice, information and peer support to locals 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 our services and campaigns to people in the community by distributing leaflets etc Attend events to promote and/or fundraise Help organise and support our events The charity provides information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues.

To help the organisation celebrate its achievements, generate suitable, regular and effective publicity from traditional press, social media, and the local business community. The role will require the volunteer to: * Have the ability to write and have published written and social media articles with a range of community stakeholders * Identify community events and opportunities where we can extend our reach as an organisation * Help support the organisation's recruitment desires * Prepare simple publications to engage our active member’s and their families

Provide support to leaders with activities in order to deliver the Boys' Brigade programme each week (approx. 2 hours per week). The role will require the volunteer to: * Have an understanding of the issues affecting Boys and young men * Be sympathetic to the aims and objectives of the Boys' Brigade. * Be able to work in a non-judgemental and non-discriminatory manner. * Have the ability to plan and organise. * Any other specialist skills or knowledge, which may be beneficial

A key volunteer leadership role within Scotland's unique Children's Hearings system. The Depute Area Convenor will support and manage the team of specialist volunteers making decisions to continually improve the outcomes and experiences for vulnerable children & young people in East Renfrewshire. The Deputy Area Convener role is critical in providing leadership & direction to the local Area Support team supporting panel members: - assisting the Area Convener in managing & representing the East Renfrewshire Area Support Team - engaging & building relationships within the local panel community - communicating and sharing information - overseeing & managing complaints - co-ordinating panel members recruitment, induction, attendance at Hearings, training and support - monitoring performance and targets of East Renfewshire AST - continually seeking to develop & refresh opportunities to ensure the best decisions are being made for the vulnerable children & young people of East Renfewshire

What do we do? • We provide essential support for parents and carers • We provide training for parents, professionals and agencies • We promote the participation of children and young people • We provide publications for parents and professionals Afasic Scotland is currently developing our services across the Greater Glasgow, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire & Inverclyde areas. We are looking for a volunteer to provide support to the Development Officer in building our presence and capacity across the South West. The purpose of the volunteer role is to; Undertake a range of general administrative tasks Support the creation of parent led networks Provide a point of contact for the organisation for enquiries Develop and maintain a database of local contacts and information networks Attend relevant meetings & networks with the Development Officer

The service that we offer might take the form of a fortnightly visit for tea and company, or a weekly session to help with a more specific issue, such as supporting the client to fill in forms and access services. Perhaps the client could benefit from more intensive, more frequent support at times, and then be content with just a phone call at other times

To support a blind or partially sighted person, supporting safe negotiation of the environment, building confidence and social interaction, whilst maintaining dignity and promoting independence. What does the role involve? • Undertaking training to become a My Guide volunteer • A commitment to support a person who is blind or partially sighted, based on the aims of My Guide • Provide sighted guide assistance to meet the mutually agreed goals of the blind or partially sighted person. This could be anything from helping people get to the gym, to popping down to the local shops, or accessing public transport • Developing a good working partnership with a blind or partially sighted person, their friends and family and other groups that may be able to support independence in the longer term • Establishing and adhering to appropriate social contact and personal boundaries • As appropriate, support referral or access to local services and facilities for blind and partially sighted people • Demonstrating the sighted guiding technique to friends, colleagues and people who are blind or partially sighted • Providing regular feedback on progress and any issues that arise to your line manager (the My Guide Ambassador) The My Guide role will take place at agreed times / location What will I get out of it? • Make a massive difference to someone in need in your community • Meet new people and make friends • Learn a valuable skill while supporting a service that increases the independence and dignity of blind and partially-sighted people. • An opportunity to build experience for your CV

This role involves talks educating a wide range of people on deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus. Tasks include becoming familiar with the range of RNID information and local services, answering questions from the audiences and distributing relevant information leaflets.

We are looking for volunteers who are warm, friendly and approachable. As the shop is very busy, it is most suitable for active and enthusiastic people. There will be lifting and carrying involved with this opportunity.

Cosgrove is a well-established, local charity providing high quality services to children and adults with a range of learning disabilities. We are looking for a Befriender for an older woman we support who’s an avid DVD collector and enjoys shopping for them in local charity shops in the south side of Glasgow and East Ren. We’re looking for a Befriender who would enjoy accompanying her on these outings, either weekly or fortnightly, for a couple of hours, on a week day afternoon. Befrienders are matched with the aim of sharing common interests and activities. We offer an induction, ongoing support and training to develop valuable skills and experience. Volunteer’s expenses reimbursed.

Our volunteer business mentors are paired with community sports clubs who need expertise in a particular area to become more sustainable and increase their capacity. As a Sported volunteer, you will have the opportunity to share your professional skills and expertise with community groups, having a huge effect on making sure these clubs survive and thrive.

* Greeting people who come in and signposting different organisations/groups depending on their interests or needs (giving community information) * Serving those who attend the Market Place in our café * Conversing with people who come into the building and register an interest in volunteering * Ensuring the area is clean and tidy

This would be an ideal opportunity for anybody with an interest in sewing or upcycling. Volunteer training will involve developing sewing skills, exploring ways of upcycling and learning about teaching these skills to others. Volunteers will then help to teach weekly sessions to a small group of individuals and have the opportunity to take part in our Community Repair Café. This role involves working with vulnerable adults and/or people with additional support needs.

Day Unit - Bringing patients to and from our day unit is a very rewarding role. You get to know people and are providing an extremely valuable service at the same time. Monday - Friday : 10am - 3pm

We need your help to make someones day. Transporting older people from across East Renfrewshire to & from hospitals/health centres and on shopping trips. HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? Contact us ideally by email and after completing a volunteer registration form and returning to us. It generally takes around 6 weeks for you to start volunteering. If you do not receive a response from the organisation within 6 weeks, please contact the Volunteer Centre.

Move More is a programme of physical activity specifically designed for people affected by cancer. We’re currently looking for volunteers to lead our Gentle Movement classes for people affected by cancer. Gentle Movement classes are based on elements of yoga, tai chi and chi gung. You’ll receive full training and support to give you the skills needed to carry out this role. You need to be 18 years old or over to apply for this opportunity

• Confident working with older people • Knowledge of East Renfrewshire area would be an advantage • Reasonable physical fitness to get on and off the bus regularly • Adherence to health and safety regulations • Good communication skills • Patience, empathy and understanding • Ability to work in a confidential manner

You will be matched with a family to help them deal with challenges they face. You will support parents as they learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children. Families we support have at least one child under the age of 8, live in the Southside and require home-visiting support due to challenges such as illness, loneliness, single parenting, abuse or seeking asylum/refuge. When matched, a volunteer will visit once a week for 2-3 hours and provide support in line with these needs, aiming to reduce feelings of isolation, build parents' confidence and skills and access local facilities, amongst many other possible outcomes.

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

You will meet “Jean” at her home in Barrhead and walk over to the local church. “Jean” enjoys meeting people. Jean needs help to make her church donation and possibly going for a coffee after the service. “Jean” benefits from a lot of patience and being able to finish what she is doing. You will be supported to learn how best to communicate with “Jean”. Volunteers will get to meet new people and gain experience in care work. On-going training and support will be provided.

We are a group of adults who get together a few days a week to learn to make costume jewellery. The group have been making bracelets, earrings, recycling jewellery and selling at coffee mornings and local fares. They are supported by a staff member who organises the daily tasks. We are looking for an individual who is creative, patient and has some experience of making jewellery, who can help individuals with the different stages of a piece of jewellery.

Volunteers will visit twice a month for two hours to chat, listen or laugh, go for coffee or a walk in the park. That is all it takes to make a difference. Volunteers are given the privilege of hearing extraordinary stories. Volunteers will receive free training, disclosure check, ongoing support, supervision and travel expenses, where applicable

A social media volunteer would join the MKHH volunteering team at an exciting time. We have just started to develop a presence online through our website and Facebook page. A social media volunteer would assist the staff team to keep the MKHH Facebook page up to date on a regular basis, develop and post relevant and engaging content and encourage others to share and comment. Also with the assistance of the MKHH staff team, track the effectiveness of our social media.

Young people living with Cystic Fibrosis can face a variety of challenges that disadvantage them socially, financially and in the workplace. A befriender will meet with a young person regularly to build a trusting one to one relationship. This will allow the young person space and a suitable environment to explore their feelings, discuss fears and grow self-esteem. In some cases the client will be increasing their confidence and coping skills for independent living.

Provide support to leaders through the delivery of 6/8 short talks taking place weekly on a relevant subject. Helping with delivery of the Boys Brigade programme would require 1 hour per week. The role requires the volunteer to: * Have an understanding of the issues affecting Boys and young men * Be sympathetic to the aims and objectives of the Boys' Brigade. * Be able to work in a non-judgemental and non-discriminatory manner. * Have the ability to plan and organise. * Any other specialist skills or knowledge, which may be beneficial

As a Volunteer Sales Assistant you will be working in all areas of the shop from cleaning and sorting donations to serving customers on the till and moving furniture around the store.

Sunday Key Holder Volunteers would be in charge of opening and running the store unsupervised on Sundays. They would also cash up and lock up the store at the end of the day. Duties would be cleaning, sorting donations, topping up shelves, serving customers and answering telephone.

General volunteers will promote the Fertility Network Scotland charity in local area and services we provide. Distribute charity leaflets/posters in the area including GP clinics, libraries, hospitals, etc Participate at fundraising events Adhere to policies and procedures Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland

Support Group volunteers will: Act as group main contact Organise and maintain an email circulation list of attendees Arrange speakers for group meetings Organise room bookings Organise social activities Promote group Adhere to policies and procedures Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. By volunteering you can help those in need

Volunteers based at Young Enterprise Scotland, Rouken Glen Park, where the composter is located in a waterproof cabin. Manager would empty overflow tanks once a month, ensure compost is bagged, keep place tidy, add woodchip and take pride in the compost produced.

To visit families who care for a disabled child across the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire who need family support: * To provide families with information they need to make informed decisions * To provide emotional support within the family home * To provide practical support within the family home * To record support and maintain records as required

Offer support to families across our funded regions (West/East Dunbartonshire, Glasgow, North/South Lanarkshire, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire) and throughout Scotland, who care for a child with a disability. This support is offered through a range of ways: * To provide families with information they need to make informed decisions * To provide emotional support within the family home * To provide practical support within the family home * To record support, and maintain records as requirede are looking for volunteers in the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire

Volunteers are needed to help reduce the fear and anxiety parents feel when their child is discharged from hospital after a diagnosis. Volunteers will accompany the family home and provide support to families within the home environment once the family have been discharged. Volunteers will also be required to provide information about local support networks and support families in making practical preparations for returning home. We are looking for volunteers in the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire.

Lead volunteers will have the responsibility of organising family’s support plan and delegating the support required out to other volunteers within the regions. Full support will be there from training onwards and you will have the opportunity to attend families Initial Assessments with the Family Services Coordinator. We are looking for volunteers in the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire.

Enthusiastic conservation volunteers wanted to help in the park: Bulb planting Flower and shrub planting Light path maintenance Wildlife gardening General horticulture tasks in wildlife garden Tools and wet weather gear supplied

Woodfarm Day Centre provides meetings on Thursdays for the elderly to give social contact, activities, a meal, and entertainment. Mini-buses bring members to Woodfarm Pavilion. Hours, normally from 10 am to 3 pm, are flexible for volunteers. You will help members to move about, take part in games, chat and encourage participation in activities, as well as serving food to members. If you can help, we would be delighted to hear from you.

You will be matched then visit a family weekly, to work on the parents' language skills. These families are usually asylum seekers/refugees and can find themselves socially isolated, often due to language barriers. You will visit a family weekly in their home for upto 2 hours to help build their confidence and skills with English using a practical approach. There is no formal curriculum to follow but we provide some resources to support you. You may also benefit from activities such as going to shops with the family, helping them to practice letter formation or talk with them about where they want/need to use English most.

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

If you have a morning/afternoon or two spare (or even more!), the shift pattern is 9-1pm or 1-5pm or even a couple of hours to suit, you could join the dedicated team of professionals and supporters at your local Oxfam shop. There is arguably more skill and scope in working in an Oxfam shop than any other retail outlet in the high street. While Oxfam shops do sell a range of new products – cards, gifts, food etc – the majority of the stock is donated to the shops by Oxfam’s supporters. So you never know what is going out on the shop floor, how much it will be or whether you are going to discover a valuable antique or a rare first edition.

Sorting through donated 2nd hand goods Serving Customers/Cash Handling Housekeeping Hanging, Tagging and Pricing of Goods Other duties to support the smooth running of the shop

Help support people, by having general conversations and encourage people to become involved, depending on the group. Such as singing group, handing out song sheets. gardening group helping to plant bulbs. Help set up a room and tidy group. Have good communication, and organisational skills and a willingness to help vulnerable adults with dementia.

Supporting staff Engaging with young adults with Additional Support Needs Taking part in activities to take part and have fun Encouraging young adults and build relationships

VAER Tomorrow’s Older People Project are looking for local people with an interest in gardening to be part of a new group helping bring five of East Ren’s train stations to life. Opportunities are available for all abilities. There are loads of new skills to learn and be part of a movement to enable change in the heart of East Renfrewshire. Gardening and outdoor activities are known to provide therapeutic benefits and increase positive mental health and mindfulness. It’s a great place to meet new people, catch up with old friends or make new ones

This is an ideal opportunity for anybody looking to pursue a career within the care sector or anybody with an interest in sewing. Volunteer training will involve developing sewing skills, exploring ways of upcycling and learning about teaching these skills to people with disabilities. Volunteers will then help to teach weekly sessions to a small group of individuals with additional support needs. They will also have the opportunity to volunteer at our Community Repair Café.

RESULTS is an international citizens’ advocacy organisation working to end global poverty. At the heart of RESULTS is our network of volunteer activists who work together in local groups to lobby decision-makers, raise awareness and campaign to make ending poverty a political priority. As part of a group you would: Meet with other like-minded people at local briefing and action meetings Work on a range of development issues such as global health, microfinance and education Hear first-hand from development experts Take action by writing to, and meeting your MP, the media and decision-makers Be empowered and supported to become a powerful advocate for change Be provided with regular campaign updates and information on development issues RESULTS groups meet a few times a month including the first Tuesday evening of each month for a national conference call with a guest speaker. HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? Contact us ideally by email and after completing a Volunteer registration formand returning to us. It generally takes around 6 weeks for you to start volunteering. If you do not receive a response from the organisation within 6 weeks, please contact the Volunteer Centre.

To give talks and presentations about the work of Guide Dogs within a designated area, in line with the guidelines received at speaker training courses. What does the role involve? • Giving talks when requested to local organisations and groups within a 15 mile radius of your home • Keeping up to date with Guide Dogs news and key messages • Talks should be natural and enthusiastic, tailored to the audience and following guidelines on current key messages • Passing any donations given for talks to the Mobility Team as per guidelines • Attending cheque presentations when requested by the local Mobility Team • Informing your Mobility Team Support Worker of any requests to do talks using the speaker cards supplied • Encouraging local organisations and groups to volunteer or fundraise on behalf of Guide Dogs What will I get out of it? • Meet a variety of local groups and people • Enjoy giving information about Guide Dogs’ aims which enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else

In this role, the volunteers would be providing emotional support to those affected by cancer, including friends, families & those worried about cancer. They would also be sign-posting to other relevant organisations and providing information leaflets to those who visit the service. Each service is 3 hours long and there is one on each day from Monday to Friday. Full training would be provided and no prior experience is necessary.

To help with processing stock in store to ensure customers have a great selection of goods to buy

Duties include: Meeting and greeting customers, cleaning, steaming clothes, merchandising shop floor & identifying rags, pricing and general retail work.

Represent and raise awareness of Fertility Network Scotland charity in places of education and in local area to highlight the services and support we provide. Promote the charity Highlight our campaigns to fellow students and lecturers including social media Assist staff at events This benefits include: Meeting new people, learning new skills while having fun, gain experience of events, fundraising and charity sector. The charity provides information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues.

Supporting a young person can be anything from going for a walk, grabbing a burger or a coffee or going to the movies. Having someone just be there can mean so much. We are looking for volunteers who can spare a few hours either in an evening or afternoon each week. We need honesty and reliability with willingness to take part in training. We will support you in supporting a young person. We will provide travel reimbursement and expenses for your activities.

Young people attend the Rouken Glen Centre Monday to Friday during school term to boost their skills, increase their confidence and to allow them to successfully engage in education. Providing young people with healthy, hot meals is an essential part of this highly supportive learning environment

Have you considered supporting Newark Care by gifting some of your spare time? Our philosophy is to cater for the individual needs of each Resident. So we are always looking for volunteers to help us with the little extras that can enhance the quality of our Residents’ lives, in some cases even helping them to feel less isolated from their previous way of life. Our Activities Co-ordinator in each home is always grateful for any time that a volunteer wishes to give. Currently we have people that help us with a range of diverse activities such as driving the mini-buses, assisting on outings, running afternoon teas, leading discussion groups on various topics, singing, music events - to name but a few. Even something as simple as one-on-one companionship with a Resident for an hour or so, just chatting or playing a board game or cards, can be an invaluable input to their life. Volunteers can also get involved in the practical aspects of running the Homes. Any help and expertise offered with maintaining and improving our gardens is always very welcome. If you are a good driver then taking charge of the steering wheel of one of our minibuses for a trip out now and again is a much appreciated input. Our volunteers often comment on the how their work in and around our Home and with our Residents can be such a rewarding experience.

A volunteer with the lunch club for people living with dementia will be part of a team of volunteers who provide a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment for group members. A volunteer will provide company and conversation, help members take part in activities such as arts, crafts and playing dominoes and work with other volunteers in a way that supports the needs of the members. Volunteers are also expected to attend a pre-club briefing prior to the start of each afternoon.

Volunteers will visit twice a month for an hour or two to help keep up-to-date with computers, iPads and simple tasks like emails, Skype, trouble shooting and help with basic skills. That is all it takes to make a big difference. Volunteers are given the privilege of hearing extraordinary stories. Volunteers will receive free training, disclosure check, ongoing support, supervision and travel expenses, where applicable.

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. Specificaly looking for mature leaders. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

There are thousands of possibilities available to you through Girlguiding Scotland. Leadership, skills, challenges and adventures are all found and made whilst with Girlguiding Scotland. There are waiting lists for girls to join Units in the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows because they need more adult volunteers throughout Scotland. Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like. Most Units meet once a week during term-time. There are loads of other opportunities for you to get involved in during the holidays of weekends, if you wish. Girls and Young women today participate in a wide-range of activities such as DJ-ing, water sports, singing, dancing, arts & crafts and much more. Unit Leaders are given training both 'on the job and through training sessions. For more information visit www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk

Female Befriender wanted for a young woman we support, to meet up fortnightly. Monday, Thursday or Saturday early evening for a coffee and a chat, bit of shopping or walking. A car driver would be great, but not essential, as we are conveniently located for public transport. Befrienders are matched with the aim of sharing common interests and activities. We offer an induction, ongoing support and training to develop valuable skills and experience. Time commitment: You must be prepared to commit to regular meeting times that are convenient to you and the person you are befriending preferably on a fortnightly basis for a minimum period of 6 months. There will be a 3 month trial period to ensure both parties are happy with the match. Volunteer out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed. Please get in touch if you are friendly, patient and caring. Two references and a Disclosure PVG check will be carried out by us and at no cost to yourself. If you would like to find out more, please contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator, Lauren Jarvis. Tel: 0141 620 2500, email: ljarvis@cosgrovecare.org.uk.

Would you give up a small amount of your time to make a huge difference to someone’s life? Cosgrove Care is an established, local charity providing high quality services to children and adults with learning disabilities. We are seeking a female volunteer befriender, preferably a car driver, for a mature woman that we support. If you enjoy television soaps and drama series, going for a coffee and a chat, getting out and about, possibly visiting the odd museum then we would like to hear from you. The woman we support is easy going, fun to be with and enjoys a good chat and a laugh. She is seeking a befriender with a kind, gentle manner. Please get in touch with us if you are sensitive to the needs of others, are patient and understanding and have good listening skills. Two references and a Disclosure PVG check will be carried out. If you would like to find out more then please contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator, Lauren Jarvis Tel 0141 620 2500 ljarvis@cosgrovecare.org.uk

We are looking for volunteers to assist with our Adult services Thursday morning ‘fun with fabrics’ class where the emphasis is on encouraging creativity and developing artistic skills in a fun, supportive environment. This volunteering role will suit someone who is calm, friendly and helpful. It is also a good opportunity for someone interested in gaining experience of supporting adults with a range of learning disabilities, to get the most out of their time in a creative setting.

Thornliebank Resource Centre, work with people with a Learning Disability. There is a knitting group who are working towards making "rainbow blankets". We are looking for volunteers who can knit to assist service users and the staff member that runs the group. The service users are in the process of learning to knit and sometimes need guidance and support along the way. The volunteer would help fix any mistakes that are made and sew the squares together.

The opportunity would involve driving our minibus from the estate to The Avenue Shopping Centre in Newton Mearns and back, helping the elderly residents on and off with their shopping. There may also be occasional trips to other destinations on an ad-hoc basis.

General day to day duties include - sorting stock hanging and taging of stock serving customers cash handling housekeeping.

Raise awareness/support work of Caudwell Children in area: * Co-ordinate/assist at fundraising/campaign events in area, ensuring events run smoothly/maximise return from events * Plan/deliver events for Caudwell Children in area * Support participants to have the best possible experience of supporting Caudwell Children * Provide information and materials to participants * Helping on day eg, registering participants We are looking for volunteers in the Glasgow area including East Renfrewshire.