We are looking for people to join our team of trained regional Befrienders supporting those who are currently struggling with an eating disorder. Our Befriending Service provides personal support by linking people who are struggling with those who are recovered and trained. Our volunteer Befrienders will provide a weekly telephone call for approximately 6 months in order to support and guide someone towards recovery. The Befriending Service aims to reduce feelings of isolation, offer hope and to encourage people as they work on their recovery. Practical help towards eating again is part of this service, led by ABC's registered dietitian and nutritional therapist. It is really helpful to be able to speak to someone who knows what the road to recovery can be like. Our Befriender's have a big 'heart' for others and a wish to help them through. For more details or to apply please refer to our website www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk/befriending where you will find the guide to Befriending along with an application form. Over 30 years of experience enables ABC to offer personal, on-going, emotional support and practical guidance for recovery for people struggling with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating, in addition to behaviours such as compulsive exercise, self-harming, laxative abuse and suicidal ideation. Our purpose is to safeguard the lives of people struggling with eating disorders, to prevent an eating disorder from developing and claiming someone's life, to care for the emotional and physical needs of people with eating disorders and their families, friends and colleagues, to encourage recovery by equipping people with practical tools and strategies for living life, to train and resource individuals and organisations working with people affected by eating disorders and to support and engage in research into eating disorders. If you are interested please click the ‘apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on 0141 226 3431.

We are looking for people to join our team of trained regional Befrienders supporting those who are currently struggling with an eating disorder. Our Befriending Service provides personal support by linking people who are struggling with those who are recovered and trained. Our volunteer Befrienders will provide a weekly telephone call for approximately 6 months in order to support and guide someone towards recovery. The Befriending Service aims to reduce feelings of isolation, offer hope and to encourage people as they work on their recovery. Practical help towards eating again is part of this service, led by ABC's registered dietitian and nutritional therapist. It is really helpful to be able to speak to someone who knows what the road to recovery can be like. Our Befriender's have a big 'heart' for others and a wish to help them through. For more details or to apply please refer to our website www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk/befriending where you will find the guide to Befriending along with an application form. Over 30 years of experience enables ABC to offer personal, on-going, emotional support and practical guidance for recovery for people struggling with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating, in addition to behaviours such as compulsive exercise, self-harming, laxative abuse and suicidal ideation. Our purpose is to safeguard the lives of people struggling with eating disorders, to prevent an eating disorder from developing and claiming someone's life, to care for the emotional and physical needs of people with eating disorders and their families, friends and colleagues, to encourage recovery by equipping people with practical tools and strategies for living life, to train and resource individuals and organisations working with people affected by eating disorders and to support and engage in research into eating disorders.

Why we need you Our Mentoring service supports young people aged 16-24 as they prepare for and enter the world of employment by providing one to one mentoring on specific skills. Mentoring is a great way to improve confidence and develop new skills in people who have autism spectrum disorder. The people we support need help with things like building confidence, applying for jobs and social skills. Over 1 in 100 people are autistic. A recent survey showed that only 15% of them are in full time paid employment yet 79% would like to be. In addition to having a diagnosis of ASD, the people we support will also live in a deprived community and not currently be in employment, education, or training. What you will be doing Take part in training to prepare you for the role Setting and review goals and objectives with mentee and Befriending and Mentoring Coordinator Supporting your mentee to learn new skills Attending review meetings where you will receive support from the service coordinator Arrange own weekly meetings with mentee Working within the boundaries of mentoring. Working within the organisational boundaries (i.e. confidentiality, child and vulnerable adult protection). Completing all necessary paperwork (i.e. meeting records and expense forms). applications preferred from Glasgow and surrounding areas, so that meetings can eventually return to taking place in local community settings Skills experience and qualities needed You do not need to have prior knowledge of autism or support work as training will be provided Empathy and understanding Open-minded and willing to learn Good communication and Interpersonal skills Good level of self-awareness and own needs. An ability to volunteer alone using initiative & common sense. Reliable, consistent, dependable and trustworthy We would like you to volunteer for at least 6 months in this role after training to provide stability and continuity to the person you are supporting When and where This role will be flexible and volunteering hours will depend on your availability and that of the individual you are supporting. On average we would like you to commit 1 hour per week. Volunteering is currently taking place on Microsoft Teams, hopefully moving back to face to face meetings out in the community when safe to do so For the virtual support currently taking place on Microsoft Teams you will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from others in the household Support You will receive online autism training You will receive project specific information about what you will be doing. Regular review meetings with the service coordinator. All agreed travel expenses will be reimbursed should you need to travel anywhere. We have an online platform for you to connect with other volunteers and share ideas What you could get out of it Improve support to autistic adults in your local area Access free training and learn mentoring techniques and specific skills for your personal development Meet new people A great opportunity to add to your CV You will find the experience very rewarding as you support the development of young people into employment or towards their goals. References can also be provided after 6 months of volunteering We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autism spectrum. Applications preferred from Glasgow and surrounding areas, so that meetings can eventually return to taking place in local community settings

We are looking for people to join our team of trained regional Befrienders supporting those who are currently struggling with an eating disorder. Our Befriending Service provides personal support by linking people who are struggling with those who are recovered and trained. Our Befrienders will provide a weekly telephone call for approximately 6 months in order to support and guide someone towards recovery. The Befriending Service aims to reduce feelings of isolation, offer hope and to encourage people as they work on their recovery. Practical help towards eating again is part of this service, led by ABC's registered dietitian and nutritional therapist. It is really helpful to be able to speak to someone who knows what the road to recovery can be like. Our Befriender's have a big 'heart' for others and a wish to help them through. For more details or to apply please refer to our website www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk/befriending where you will find the guide to Befriending along with an application form. Over 30 years of experience enables ABC to offer personal, on-going, emotional support and practical guidance for recovery for people struggling with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating, in addition to behaviours such as compulsive exercise, self-harming, laxative abuse and suicidal ideation. Our purpose is to safeguard the lives of people struggling with eating disorders, to prevent an eating disorder from developing and claiming someone's life, to care for the emotional and physical needs of people with eating disorders and their families, friends and colleagues, to encourage recovery by equipping people with practical tools and strategies for living life, to train and resource individuals and organisations working with people affected by eating disorders and to support and engage in research into eating disorders.

The co-ordinator’s role will be to help find out what information the person needs and to help guide them towards this. This role would also involve supporting and managing other volunteers within their roles. This will involve taking the volunteers through their initial induction when starting their new role.

The role will involve speaking to people who don’t have an arranged appointment but have dropped in to speak to someone about Talking Points. The signposter’s role may be to help find out what information the person needs and to help guide them towards this. If however, the person informs you that they need to speak to someone from the Talking Points team or you feel they would benefit from having a more in-depth conversation, you would ask them to take a seat whilst you notify a member of the team.

The role will involve you welcoming people into the building who have come along to talk to someone about Talking Points. Your role will be to direct people to a seating area and notify a member of the Talking Points team that they are there. The person may have an arranged appointment with someone from the Talking Points team or they may just be dropping in to find out some information. You would ask them to take a seat and notify the signposter (volunteer or Kirkton) that they are there.

Why we need you The charity has around 100 branches, all run by volunteers, who provide local support to people affected by autism. Every branch is different and so are the activities they provide – they may run parent support groups, adult social groups, children’s activities, conferences or focus on providing information or campaigning. However, no matter how big or small, all branches are hugely valued by the people in their local area. The Funding officer role is important to the running of the branch as they help procure funding opportunities for the branch. Without these roles, we would not have as many branches as we do. What you will be doing Sourcing funding opportunities for the branch Completing application forms for funding sources on behalf of the branch Talking to committee members about different funding sources and deciding which to apply for as a Branch. Working with the Treasurer to ensure that the money is collected safely and banked accurately Skills Qualities and Experience needed Confident in working with and communicating with other committee members, and individuals and organisations outside of the branch. This communication will need to be by telephone and/or email. Able to explain ideas and collate information Aware of importance of managing money safely and accurately. When and where Flexibility on days and the amount of time committed to the role. The majority of branch volunteers give around 2 hours a week but it depends how active the branch is. Home based Support Branch committee members to support the Funding officer where needed. Designated NAS Senior Branch Engament Officer to answer any queries and support you applications Written guidance on a range of branch activities Various training courses relevant to running a branch What you could get out of it Improve support to families affected by autism in your local area Access free training and learn new skills Meet new people We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autism spectrum. You will be asked to attend some branch meetings and also have knowledge of the local area so we ask that you live locally to be able to do this role.

Why we need you The charity has around 100 branches, all run by volunteers, who provide local support to people affected by autism. Every branch is different and so are the activities they provide – they may run parent support groups, adult social groups, children’s activities, conferences or focus on providing information or campaigning. However, no matter how big or small, all branches are hugely valued by the people in their local area. The Fundraising officer role is important to the running of the branch as they help organise fundraising events for the branch. Without these roles, we would not have as many branches as we do. What you will be doing Putting collection tins in local shops or community areas. Holding a ‘tin shake’ in a local town – this is where Branch members stand outside shops with collection tins and get donations Holding a sponsored event such as a swim or walk. People will sponsor Branch Members' money to complete certain tasks. Holding an event for local people to attend – quiz night, auction, raffle, talk, coffee and cake morning – people will give donations when they come. Having a section on the Branch website that people can click on if they want to give money. Talking to committee members about different ways to fundraise and deciding what to do as a Branch. Talking to NAS Regional Fundraising Team and ensuring the Branch complies with the NAS rules on fundraising. Talking to committee members about different ways to fundraise and deciding what to do as a Branch. Publicising events, distributing information or fundraising forms, Support people who are fundraising on behalf of the branch Liaising with the Treasurer to ensure that the money is collected safely and banked accurately Skills Experience and Qualities needed Confident in liaising with and communicating with other committee members, and individuals and organisations outside of the branch. This communication will need to be face to face, by telephone and/or email. Confident and comfortable speaking publicly Able to explain ideas work together Able to motivate people and help people Able to tackle difficult issues and problems and situations and involve other people where necessary Very organised and able to plan activities and events Aware of importance of managing and handling money safely and accurately. When and where Branch officer and committee members to support the Fundraising officer where needed. Designated NAS Branch Support Officer to answer any queries and support you with the day to day running of the branch. Written guidance on a range of branch activities Various training courses relevant to running a branch Insurance cover for all branch activities Expenses covered for attendance at any event organised by the branch support team. Support Improve support to families affected by autism in your local area Access free training and learn new skills Meet new people We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autism spectrum. You will be asked to attend some branch meetings and also have knowledge of the local area so we ask that you live locally to be able to do this role.

Working alongside colleagues & health professionals supporting individuals attending the flu vaccine clinic. The main focus is to act as a friendly information point for patients offering support, information and guidance on how to navigate health venues during COVID-19 recovery. Main activities: * Acting as a welcome volunteer, explaining changes within health venues and directing to appropriate clinic * Helping instill confidence that health venues are safe to visit, providing a friendly face to talk to * Keeping an eye out and supporting vulnerable members of the community including the elderly, those with visual impairments or disability due to change in layout of health venue * Working with staff ensuring patients have point of contact to raise concerns, highlight good practice and share ideas This is a short term role for 8 weeks to help with the winter flu vaccine programme.