Falkirk
volunteering opportunities
Blue Triangle Falkirk
We are looking for friendly, non judgemental and sociable individuals to help organise and run activities for the people that we support in our services. Ideally you are enthusiastic, patient, have a sense of humour, good communication skills and experience of life. We are looking for people who can teach or pass on skills and tailor activities to small groups or individual interests. We are always looking for suggestions and activities that are fun and will add enjoyment to a supported person’s life.
Specific tasks:-
• Help organise and run fun and engaging activities for the people that we support in our services
• Supporting group sessions
• Participate in group activities and help the people we work with to identify personal interests, strengths, skills, and their own potential.
• Leading on activities
• Contribute ideas and attend planning meetings
• Demonstrating life skills to people receiving ongoing support or whose support could be heading towards a close e.g., encouraging them to cook a meal or bake, leading by example.
• Accompany small group outings where appropriate.
• Encouraging our supported people’s sense of belonging and connection
• Building our supported people’s confidence and self esteem
4th Falkirk Boys' Brigade
4th Falkirk Boys' Brigade are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead games and sporting activities for their children and young people aged between 5 and 18 years old.
The group meets on Wednesday evenings during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, cooking, life skills and community projects.
Helix
The Helix Green Team is open to all on Tuesday morning.
If you are interested in some outdoor practical conservation volunteering within the Helix Park then this is the group for you. The park's staff enjoy planning, preparing and supervising these sessions with the volunteers. With all hands on dirt, we get so much more done and always see a real benefit to our mornings efforts. Plus we enjoy sharing out the delicious cakes prepared by Jason, the Visitor Centre Chef. Bring your enthusiasm, weather appropriate clothing and wear sturdy shoes.
"It has brought me out of my shell as it is something I would not have considered being a part of initially as I felt it was way outside my comfort zone. In conclusion, though to be honest I have loved every minute" John, Helix Green Team Volunteer
Hallglen Hub
We are a small local charitable organisation looking to have a keen an enthusiastic individual to join our committee in capacity of Treasurer . We are a motivated committee in the process of a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) which we are really excited about. We hope in the future this will lead to exciting opportunities & projects for the local community.
Our committee usually meets on the first Monday of every month. We are looking for a Treasurer who can deal with our accounts and bookkeeping. We currently don't have a huge turnover but as we are a charity a lot of our income will be mainly through funding and donations from several different sources.
If you're interested in this role please contact Margaret via phone 01324 637958 or email hallglen.hub2021@gmail.com.
Falkirk Settlers Support Group: Friends of Scottish Settlers (FOSS)
Friends of Scottish Settlers (FOSS) is a Falkirk-based befriending organisation linking long-time local volunteers with newcomers to the area, principally refugee families and people in the asylum system. We envision a Falkirk District that is multicultural, multilingual, and welcoming, where local people, organisations, and services are equipped, supported, and willing to cultivate wellbeing, solidarity, community, curiosity and friendship among newcomers and longtime residents.
FOSS is actively seeking committed people for our Board of Trustees As a Trustee, you'll play a crucial role in guiding FOSS to ensure that our activities align with our mission of enabling newcomers to thrive in Falkirk communities. Trustees are responsible for overseeing governance, policy adherence, and strategic planning to uphold FOSS's mission and aims, and fostering our values of integrity, respect, solidarity, empowerment, and welcome.
We are working to set up an Advisory Group of people with lived experience to regularly advise the Trustees on matters of diversity and the support needed by refugees and people navigating the asylum system. This group will be coordinated by a named Trustee and is for the purposes of guiding the priorities of the organisation, as well as, hopefully, being a pathway to Trusteeship for some.
The KLSB Community Group (Keeping Larbert and Stenhousemuir Beautiful)
garden volunteer leader to assist our new outdoor team. No prior gardening experience is required, but it would be helpful if you can distinguish between a daisy and a daffodil. Your responsibilities will include working with our volunteers, organizing outdoor events, and overseeing the maintenance of our community gardens and town centre planters. Bi-weekly meetings will be held in our community cafe, with complimentary hot drinks and snacks provided.
Pet Fostering Service Scotland (PFSS) - Falkirk
We offer care for all types of pets, from cats & dogs to snakes & hamsters.
A fosterer:
- Gives a temporary home to a pet, for sometimes for a week, often a month or more.
- Takes full responsibility for the pet during that time.
- Provides the pet care, feeding & exercise (where appropriate).
- Gives a pet a ‘home from home’ taking away the worry of pet care from the owner at a difficult time.
- Is a serious and sometimes difficult role but with positive rewards for helping both pets and owners.
- Enjoys caring for a pet that is often distressed having been parted from their owner… but pets do settle.
- Has the satisfaction of helping, especially when seeing a pet being reunited with its owner.
- Has all expenses refunded and any veterinary costs paid.
- Is supported by the PFSS Area Organiser and the PFSS experienced team.
Pet Fostering:
- Is NOT a shortcut or temporary way to satisfy children in the family wanting a pet.
- Is NOT something to keep children amused or occupied or can take a dog for a walk.
- Is NOT a short term volunteering role or just for lockdown, we ask volunteers to take a least two foster pets each year.
- Is NOT suitable for dog care if the home is unoccupied for hours every day, pets need company.
We ask potential fosterers, who must be over 18, to complete a comprehensive application form, which asks for the name and address of a referee that has known the applicant for over 3 years and who is not a family member. We may ask for a reference.
We also carry out a ‘virtual’ home visit combined with an interview.
PFSS requires that the applicant signs a declaration relating to any record of ‘criminal behaviour against animals’ & confirmation that the PFSS regulations including confidentiality (that no social media regarding fostering is allowed) and pet care will be met.
The KLSB Community Group (Keeping Larbert and Stenhousemuir Beautiful)
The Point Community Cafe is seeking volunteers to help out with the elderly lunch club on a Wednesday. This role is for 2.5 hours only per week. You will be asked to help in the kitchen preparing meals, meeting and greeting our clients, serving hot food and general housekeeping duties. Full training will be given as well as a chance to earn a level 2 food hygiene certificate. You will be joining a much larger team of volunteers within the KLSB Community Group, however, you will be working within a small group.
In all of our volunteering roles you will be supplied a uniform, meet new friends and become part of a larger team of volunteers who assist our community. We have regular team meetings where we encourage our volunteers to share their thought and ideas. All training will be given and support will always be available.
The KLSB Community Group (Keeping Larbert and Stenhousemuir Beautiful)
Volunteers are needed for a new gardening team in Stenhousemuir. If you enjoy working independently or as part of a team, we want to hear from you. As part of KLSB (Keeping Larbert & Stenhousemuir Beautiful), you will be asked to help maintain our community gardens and town centre planters. We hold fortnightly meetings at our community café, where you can make new friends, exchange seeds, share tips, and enjoy a warm drink and a snack. No experience is necessary, but a passion for working outdoors and an outgoing personality is preferred. This is an ideal opportunity to learn new skills and help support your community. Tools and hi-viz provided. Everyone is welcome.
DEBRA
Be part of a dedicated team carrying out a wide and varied range of tasks to help make our shops a success whilst helping to raise vital funds to help support people living with the painful genetic skin condition EB.
The role will involve:
Operating the till
Giving excellent customer service
Sorting donated stock
Keeping the shop clean and tidy
Visual merchandising
Go Forth & Clyde
A fantastic opportunity to join our exciting lock keeping project and experience the 'canal magic' for yourself. As a member of our enthusiastic team of volunteers you will be working in the unique setting of the Forth and Clyde Canal and around famous landmarks such as the Falkirk Wheel and The Kelpies.
Working with our volunteer lock keeping team based at Lock 16 in Camelon, the role will involve assisting with boat movements on the Forth and Clyde Canal between Lock 3 at the Kelpies and Lock 20 near Banknock. Go Forth and Clyde assists with every boat movement between these locks 7 days per week during the lock keeping season, so there is ample opportunity to get involved. V
Volunteers can use their own bicycles to travel between the locks, but Go Forth and Clyde also provides bicycles for volunteers to use whilst on lock keeping duty. The required tools, life jackets and hi-vis clothing are also provided.
DEBRA (Falkirk)
Debra are currently looking for volunteers to assist within either of the following roles:
*Cash Desk - You will learn to operate the computerised till, process cash and credit card transactions, as well as helping customers sign up to Gift-aid.
*Sales Floor - Duties include filling our rails and shelves with pre-loved items ensuring plenty of stock is on sale. Dressing windows, creating eye catching displays to entice and invite customers to browse and buy.
*Stock Room - If you like a more behind-the-scenes role, then this may be for you. We need volunteers to help sort through our donations. We never know what to expect and it all needs sorting, tagged, hanged, bagged or boxed ready for sale. This role can include use of steamer, training provided.
*Book Enthusiast - Are you a lover of all things books? Do you know your fiction from non-fiction? We are looking for volunteers who are organised, methodical with a great eye for spotting the right read for the right time.
*Jewellery and Accessories - Like a bit of bling, a bit of glitz and glamour? Then you might like to volunteer to help merchandise our jewellery and accessories. It's the make or break of any outfit. You need a sparkly eye for detail, the patience of a saint to be able to detangle, organise and display all our pretty things.
*Bric-a-brac - No home is complete without that little ornament sitting on the sideboard, or the gorgeous candle holder, the vintage tea set, or the must-have kitchen gadget. We need volunteers who enjoy sorting, cleaning and displaying a varied range of nik-naks. Additionally, soft furnishings, household linen, curtains and bedding complement our Bric-a-brac department.
Under The Trees
An exciting opportunity to join the Under the Trees team, working in the great and beautiful outdoors whilst gaining valuable experience working with young children and young adults. You will potentially be working in all weathers and in all seasons - we can provide waterproofs! Under the Trees runs fun and educational sessions for school children in the Falkirk and Stirling areas, as well as a programme of public events for all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Events run all year round.
As a Volunteer Education Assistant, there will be opportunities for you to do a range of the following:
- Assist with Educational Sessions for school groups, including term-time forest schools.
- Assist with sessions for the general public, including a monthly nature club for ages 0-13.
- Assist with holiday play sessions and family events.
- Plan and lead in activities.
- Maintain resources effectively.
- Keep session areas safe and tidy.
- Desk-based activities in planning, creating materials and administration.
Baby Steps 20+
Baby Steps 20+ are a small charity shop based in Falkirk. We employ adults with disabilities and provide upcycled baby and children's equipment at affordable prices, with a small carbon footprint.
We are currently recruiting Trustees to join our Board of Trustees. We are seeking team players who have a strategic vision, independent judgement, a willingness to give time and commitment to help support and develop the organisation. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with knowledge and experience in: Fundraising; Grant Writing; Digital Marketing, Communications and E-Commerce; Business/Accounting; Retail/Merchandising; Third Sector Organisations.
Applicants will have the experience and skills to ensure that the charity continues to develop and provide high-quality long-term services. As a Trustee, you will be required to ensure the good governance of the organisation, which will involve attending monthly (online) board meetings and our AGM, and participation in relevant projects. You will have the opportunity to shape the strategic direction and governance of the organisation. Your insight, expertise and decision-making will directly influence the overall impact and effectiveness of our work.
In return, you will have the chance to develop your skills in leadership and governance, strategic thinking, financial management and decision making. You will also be joining a passionate and friendly team!
Volunteering Matters
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) works with NHS Forth Valley to develop volunteering in local hospitals. Volunteers support staff, patients and the general public in a variety of ways across Forth Valley, based in many different departments and services.
Volunteers contribute to the well-being of patients and visitors by being a listening ear, a helpful and friendly face with the aim of making a visit to the hospital a better experience for patients and visitors. Our volunteers feel valued, make new friends and keep active in retirement.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
From stunning boutiques full of designer gems to discount stores where you can grab a bargain, our charity shops are much-loved across Scotland.
We are looking for friendly volunteers to help our shop management team assist customers and donors, and ensure the shop is tidy and well stocked. Whether you have a passion for fashion and love chatting to customers, or you would prefer to be behind the scenes in our stockroom, your help could make a difference in your local community.
Our Retail Volunteer Anne shares why she loves volunteering, “I wanted to learn new skills as well as get to know more people locally, so volunteering in the shop was ideal. I enjoy being part of the team! It’s good to feel useful and part of the successful running of the shop.”
We believe everyone has the right to live life to the full following the diagnosis of a chest or heart condition, long Covid, or a stroke. Our shops are vital in helping us raise the funds needed to provide services such as community support services, specialist nurses, advice and information, education, and peer support.
Join our fabulous team of Retail volunteers and learn new skills, make great friends, and make a real difference to people in Scotland who are isolated, scared, or anxious about their condition.
Cycling Without Age Scotland - Falkirk
Cycling Without Age Scotland are recruiting Volunteer Pilots to take the elderly and disabled for trips across Forth Valley. You will get full training, and will require PVG disclosure.
If you are interested in helping your community, please get in touch!
More information can be found on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/CWAFalkirk
A Volunteer Trishaw Pilot is the cyclist who is responsible for all aspects of preparing for and conducting a ride, post-ride duties (e.g. required
records) and promoting awareness of, encouraging support for and maintaining the reputation of Cycling Without Age Scotland. The decision as to whether a Co-Pilot is required on the ride should be based on the route assessment.
The Pilot must complete the 5-stage training as detailed in the Trishaw and Pilot Handbook, which may be amended/updated from time to time and covers:
1. Getting to know the Trishaw
2. The Passenger’s Experience
3. Trial Runs
4. First Rides
5. Conducting route and risk assessments followed by a final assessment.
Joint Dementia Initiative
We are an award winning service who really work hard towards ensuring our service users with dementia have the best day possible. This starts at pick up. We are looking for 3 voluntary drivers who would be comfortable working with this client group. Any person interested would be a valuable member of our team and we would always ensure they were given the support required. We would also ensure the driver was introduced to a service user and possibly family before they started with pick ups. There may be occasions when we would need to use an escort. This would mean picking one of our carers up before travelling for a service user/s. A driver for us would get to know our carers very well and would always be welcome to stay on for a cuppa or a chat if they so wished.
We are looking for drivers who would be available around 9.30am to pick up and transport to one of our venues. There would then be return journeys around 3pm although we do have a couple of mens groups (Tuesday and Thursday) when they are returning home at 3.30pm. If possible it would be great if a driver was available during the day however this would be preplanned (out for lunch). There may be multiple pick ups and drop offs on each day.
Any driver would have to be PVG checked.
Later in the year we will be looking to open a couple of evenings and weekends (wont be all day). This will be a new service which is much needed for the people with Dementia in the Falkirk area. There will be occasions when families will be in a position to transport however a voluntary driver would also be required. We do not have a start date for this as yet.
We cover the Falkirk Area from Boness to Slamannan.
Grangemouth Old People's Welfare
We are a small charity based in Talbot House, Grangemouth who run lunch clubs every Tuesday and Thursday for our local community elderly. Our premises are also used by various other local community groups.
We currently have a volunteer position for someone to carry out DIY type small repairs and maintenance to our premises both inside and out, such as painting, weeding, basic plumbing, garden tidying, litter picking etc
Hours and days are flexible to suit the individual, would perhaps suit someone retired but looking for something to do.
Talbot House closes for 2 weeks during the summer, and also over the festive period.
We are located very close to the town centre main bus stops, so suitable for using public transport near Grangemouth.
More information on this group can be found on their social media; https://www.facebook.com/people/Talbot-House/100064440109301/
If interested, please contact Charlie on 07858656608.
Forth Environment Link/FEL Scotland - Falkirk
Windsor Park School for deaf students are looking for a Garden Buddy to help in the process of redesigning their garden and help teach their community tips for growing food sustainably.
Bloomin Bo'ness
Bloomin' Bo'ness are a team of volunteers who are committed to making Bo'ness look loved and cared for all year round! We have planters, baskets and allotments around Bo'ness and Bridgeness which we work together to plant and maintain for the benefit of the town.
If you are interested in gardening, plants or just want to contribute to our efforts to make Bo'ness a better place to live for our community and to improve the environment then we would love to hear from you!
Forth Environment Link/FEL Scotland - Falkirk
Are you a skilled handyperson with a drive to give back to your community? If so, then we want to hear from you!
We are looking for people to assist us on an ad hoc basis to make community gardens safer, more accessible, and visually welcoming. If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, then we'd love to hear from you!
Responsibilities include:
- Performing general maintenance or development tasks for community gardens such as; raised bed construction/repairs, shed repairs, fencing, path laying, or other hard/soft landscaping.
- Carrying out routine check-ups following a pre-arranged plan with a community garden.
We are looking for volunteers with the following skills:
- Skilled in basic practical tasks and maintenance work.
- Willing to travel around local area or beyond (FEL can help provide transport/cover expenses).
- Availability to commit on an ad hoc basis.
- A positive outlook and willing to meet communities at their level of understanding.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff.
CVS Falkirk & District
CVS Falkirk & District are curating an exhibition 'Capturing Volunteer Stories, 1984-2024' which will be hosted at Arnotdale House between the 10th and 20th of September 2024! The exhibition showcases the amazing contributions made by volunteers over the last forty years, and the impact that they continue to make across Falkirk and District.
To help with the running of the exhibition, we are looking for volunteers who share our passion for heritage and the third sector! Exhibition volunteers will support us by: meeting and greeting visitors to our temporary exhibition; offering further information and guidance; directing visitors to activities and information; helping supervise our tuck shop (pay what you can, to be donated to Cyrenians).
As a volunteer you will add that extra spark to our exhibition and be part of a team that will contribute to enhancing our visitors’ experience!
This is also a great opportunity to: develop your skills in teamwork, customer service and communication; gain experience in a heritage/visitor attraction; to meet like-minded people and be in a great team.
If you would like further information then please do get in touch!
The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk
Jupiter Growing Together project operates within Jupiter Urban Wildlife, providing a green sanctuary within the industrial setting of Grangemouth. Our project invites volunteers to participate in managing our TCV site, focusing on sustainable gardening practices, biodiversity enhancement, and the repurposing of items through our woodshed.
Our primary goal is to enhance the mental and physical well-being of individuals facing enduring health issues or socio-economic challenges. We seek a dedicated individual centred on people to assist the Senior Project Officer in planning, organising and overseeing sessions. This role aims to expand our capacity and activities while maintaining a secure, safe and encouraging environment for our groups.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and supervise volunteer engagement, ranging from nature-based activities to site maintenance tasks
• Support volunteer training and development
• Manage volunteer information and record activity tasks
• Ensure volunteer safety and well-being through effective risk assessing
• Assume the responsibility of being a key holder for the site.
The KLSB Community Group (Keeping Larbert and Stenhousemuir Beautiful)
We offer a welcoming approach and treat all members with the dignity that they deserve. KLSB have worked alongside community partners including Stenhousemuir FC, local councillors, local small businesses & various homeless charities and supported accommodation.
Members pay a small fee whenever they visit the pantry where they can pick up to 10 items of food, household essentials, personal products and / or pet food. Depending on availability we may also be able to offer free items which will be over the members allocation.
We do not operate like a food bank where pantry users are only entitled to a small amount of goods for a small period of time. We offer our members a place on the pantry at a cost of only£2.50 per visit. This cost entitles the member to call into the pantry once per week and pick items of shopping. As we are a non-profit group all funds received are reinvested back into the pantry meaning that there is always stock available for all. We offer our members fresh fruit, bread & eggs.
We are looking for volunteers to help at our Community Food Pantry in Stenhousemuir. Duties will include:-
• Moving and sorting stock which requires a level of physical fitness
• Sorting stock into dates and rotating stock within those dates
• Restocking shelves with cupboard items
• Making up recipe bags with ingredients
• Recording fridge and freezer temperatures
• Assisting service users visiting the pantry
• Cash handling of fees and donations
The pantry is open 3 days per week, although volunteers are in the pantry out with these times sorting stock and restocking shelves. We are looking for volunteer commitment of at least 2 hours per week for a minimum term of 6 weeks, this is to enable volunteers to build relationships with our service users.
Bo'ness Car 4U
Bo'ness Car 4U is a free volunteer patient transport service for anyone registered with a Bo'ness Medical Practice who has been diagnosed with cancer. Volunteer drivers convey these patients from their home to their place of treatment and back again, and co-ordinators are behind the scenes making it all possible. Our efforts have been highly commended by patients who benefit hugely from this free service.
Our Volunteer Coordinators make all of this possible. They act as the first point of contact for the Medical Practice who refer the patient to us, and then allocate drivers for our free cancer patient transfer service. The time commitment is across 10 days a month on a rota basis, working from home in your own time, and we provide a laptop and mobile phone for the role.
More details include:
- Patients phone their own GP’s receptionists with their name and phone number when they have an appointment date. The receptionist will then contact the BC4U co-ordinator to pass on the patient’s contact details.
- Co-ordinators then contact the patient to gather relevant information such as place of treatment, appointment schedule, whether they require any assistance or accompanied at the hospital and organise documentation. This information is recorded confidentially on our systems.
- The co-ordinator then contacts a driver to ascertain if they are available for the given date(s), and gives the patient’s details.
- Training will be given in the use of our basic IT system.
This is an incredibly rewarding role that is very flexible but makes a huge difference to individuals and is vital for the continuance of Bo'ness Car4U. If you are interested or would like more details then please let me know!
Roots ASN Group
ROOTs are a grassroots charity that run a foodbank which serves Bonnybridge, Banknock and Denny. We also run free community events to help connect communities, tackle social isolation, promote wellbeing and advance inclusivity. We are a passionate team of volunteers, and we are looking for more help to enable us to keep serving our community!
If you have some spare time to support the residents of Bonnybridge and the surrounding areas then we have various opportunities! These include:
- Weekly foodbank support, organisation and distribution of our collection-only foodbank.
- Driver for our (new!) minibus and for collecting goods for our foodbank.
- Community events support, such as helping with the running of our weekly Happy Mondays lunch club
If you think you could help in any way then please get in touch!
Go Forth & Clyde
Do you love bikes? Would you like to learn new bike repair and maintenance skills to help other people cycle?
We are looking for volunteers to help in our Bike Repair and Maintenance Group. This group:
-Services bikes belonging to in the community
-Renovates donated bikes to give to people who could not have one otherwise
-Maintains the fleet of bikes used by our team of volunteer lock keepers
Training will be given but we are particularly looking for people who already have some interest in bikes. Committed volunteers will be given the opportunity to work towards certified Bike Mechanic Training.
Haven Products
Haven Products, a Scottish company, social enterprise organisation and registered charity, is seeking an independent Non-Executive Director preferably with knowledge of Scottish Enterprise, Government and Commercial businesses. Haven Products is a subsidiary company of the Rehab Group, an Irish organisation which is a social enterprise business and registered charity. As Haven Products is registered as a charity the appointed Non-Executive Director will also operate as a Charity Trustee.
Experience and skills sought:
If you have Directorship experience and want to play a key role in championing the value of diversity and inclusion for those with disabilities, we’re keen to hear from you.
Desirable skills and experience:
One or more of the following:
• UK and Scottish Corporate Governance
• Commercial management and direction
• Financial management and direction
• Corporate financial reporting
• Audit and risk
• Oversight of business development and change management
• Understanding of the Scottish Government supported business framework
Responsibilities will include the following:
• Inputting to the strategic direction, contributing with insight, oversight and experience of strategy implementation in other sectors
• Policy and governance formation and implementation as required
• Governance and oversight of the business
• Attend occasional events, training, and seminars.
The Organisation:
The Rehab Group is an Irish company, independent voluntary organisation and registered charity providing services and support for people with disabilities for over 70 years. We are an internationally recognised and pioneering social enterprise organisation enabling more than 10,000 people with disabilities to live lives of their choosing. We are a campaigning organisation that advocates on behalf of the people who use our services and their families.
In Scotland Rehab operates as Haven Products, which provides meaningful employment to people with disabilities. A key supplier on the Scottish Government Supported Business Framework, Haven Product also operates as a commercial partner to both Public Sector and Private Sector organisations. This is delivered through the provision and supply of cost-effective quality products and services to key client partners while also supporting their Corporate Social Responsibility policy goals.
Board Meetings:
There will be a minimum of four half-day board meetings a year for the Haven Group. There will also be a requirement to support a potential 4 / 5 additional meetings a year. Meetings are held in the premises of Haven Products, Larbert FK5 4RU, some meetings are held remotely.
Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter should be sent to niamh.doyle@rehab.ie by 16/08/2024
Down's Syndrome Scotland
Social isolation and loneliness have a major impact on the health, well-being and life expectancy of adults with Down's Syndrome. Down's Syndrome Scotland's exciting new Friendz Meetups Programme aims to tackle the loneliness and social isolation experienced by adults with Down's syndrome in Scotland.
By becoming a Friendz volunteer you can help young people and adults with Down's syndrome get out and about more, meet up with each other and grow their friendships as well as their confidence, self-esteem and independence skills. On top of that, it's also fun, rewarding and will make a serious impact on the people experiencing social isolation in Scotland!
Friendz volunteers will form part of a team of trained, skilled, volunteers who will support small groups of adults with Down's syndrome to come together for monthly social, community Meetups designed to promote the development of friendships, social skills, community confidence and independent decision making. Volunteers will also support the group members in identifying activities, groups and places of interest in their local community that they can access independently.
This role is a great opportunity to do something fun and inspirational while having a serious impact!
Further details about this role:
- Person centred support to young people and adults with Down's syndrome in a social group situation.
- Enable adults with Down's syndrome to develop their friendships with each other by helping to make meeting arrangements, supporting independent travel and planning the social activities they choose to do.
- To provide discrete individual/group support and promote a positive group dynamic, encouraging participation, responsibility taking and positively acknowledging skills and qualities of group members.
- To ensure group safety and wellbeing through dynamic risk assessment and adaptive decision making.
- Communicate positively with participants, parents and carers.
- To establish and maintain appropriate boundaries within the volunteering relationship.
- To support members to think about what's on in their local areas and encourage positive lifestyle choices.
- To participate in support, individual and peer supervision meetings and training events.
1st Polmont Boys Brigade
Volunteering in the Boys Brigade is hugely rewarding and allows us to play a role in the development of boys in the Christian values.
The group meets during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, lifeskills and competitions.
Achors (Primary 1-3) Tuesdays 6.15pm - 7.30pm
Juniors (Primary 4-6) Fridays 6.15pm - 7.45pm
Company and Seniors (P7-S6) Fridays 7.30pm - 9.45pm
We are looking for volunteers to help children with activities, games, sports, arts and crafts, hobbies, music etc. Whatever you can help with is greatly valued.
If you can't help every week, that's ok. Even if you can only help once a month, we would still welcome and value your contribution.
Salvation Army Falkirk Donation Centre
Our Falkirk Donation Centre is due to open at the end of July 2024! The opening of this new space is an exciting opportunity for us to continue to support and fundraise for the work that the Salvation Army does across Scotland and the UK.
For the running of this new, large shop we are seeking support from retail and customer service volunteers, including:
- Sales Assistants, involving customer service on our shop floor
- eBay Listers, involving the cataloguing and listing of specific items
- Jewellery Specialists, involving valuing and assessing relevant donations
Together, our volunteers are vital for the day-to-day operations of our centres, allowing us to take donations, sort stock and prepare the shop floor so that we can provide our customers with an excellent shopping experience.
This could be the role for you if you enjoy meeting new people, have an interest in retail or display or just want to support a great cause! If you would like to know more then we'd love to hear from you!
Marie Curie - Falkirk General
Marie Curie is here for anyone with an illness they're likely to die from, and those close to them. Everyone deserves the right support at the end of life.
To help us offer this support, we are looking for volunteers to raise vital funds for Marie Curie and to spread the word about our work. Alongside other group members, our fundraising team organises collections, fundraising events and encourages support for Marie Curie in the local community. Our fundraising groups also act as ambassadors, sharing the message about the work of Marie Curie and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise too.
The role includes, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:
-Helping organise collections, events and other fundraising activities.
-Helping promote the work of the charity and encourage support from the local community.
-Regularly attending group meetings in Larbert.
If you are interested and would like to find out more then please get in touch!
Thornhill Community Hall
An exciting opportunity to make a difference in your local community. Thornhill Community Centre is a well established hub within Falkirk Town Centre. It provides a vital service to local community groups, families and other services looking for a space to meet, celebrate, enjoy, collaborate and build a better future for the people of Falkirk.
This is an ideal time to join our Management Committee and be part of a group of passionate individuals who help to manage the current activities at the Community Centre and are also seeking to develop and improve the facilities for wider community access. The Management Committee is made up of volunteers who meet bi-monthly and are responsible for the management of regular bookings for community groups, charities and short term lets or family events, children's parties and other community events. As a member of the Management Committee you will have an opportunity to provide input to decisions about the ongoing management and future development of the Community Centre. The Management Committee is run in accordance with a formal constitution and seeks to be inclusive of the opinions and views of members.
The role will also involve some practical support from time to time, including helping to promote the use of the Community Centre on social media or helping to and manage specific bookings or reviewing accounts, as required.
We are seeking a wide range of additional skills to compliment the existing members including individuals who have experience of Community Centres, Treasury or Facilities or Building Management or other charity experience, or someone who lives locally and is keen to make a difference.
British Hen Welfare Trust (BHWT) - Denny
Would you like to help save lives? Do you enjoy driving and own a 4-wheel drive vehicle with tow bar, a horse or livestock trailer or a medium/large van with good ventilation? If so, we’d like to hear from you.
We are the British Hen Welfare Trust and since 2005 we have been saving and rehoming ex-caged laying hens throughout the United Kingdom. Working closely with leaders in the egg industry, we designed and developed the original rehoming model for ex-caged hens, and so far have found homes for over 960,000 hens to date.
We’re looking for volunteer drivers to load and transport hens from commercial farms (assisted by other BHWT volunteers), and deliver them to our rehoming sites. Each rehoming site conducts approximately 10 events a year which are generally held on weekends.
Forth Environment Link/FEL Scotland - Falkirk
Are you green fingered? Good at growing vegetables? Passionate about getting more people growing food in Falkirk?
Project Food at FEL are looking for Volunteers to be Garden Buddies!
You'll be part of a project which aims to plant the seed for healthier, more sustainable futures by helping people grow their own food and make tasty, nutritious meals with it.
Through buddying, mentoring, networking and peer learning, we help community leaders and volunteers share food knowledge and get more produce growing locally.
As a Garden Buddy, you'll be matched to a community project with a garden and will be there to guide them as they develop their growing project.
So, whether you consider yourself an expert when it comes to growing food or you've managed to get some herb pots going and grown some garden veggies – we want to hear from you!
How you support and how much time you commit is completely up to you and who you’re matched with. It could be 1 hr a month where you have a monthly planning session over coffee, it could be ad-hoc remote advice, or it could be a couple of hours a week/month of hands-on involvement in the growing process.
If you don't quite consider yourself an expert, this could even be an opportunity to learn alongside your community project if you are looking to build on your own skills and knowledge
The Braveheart Association - Falkirk
Braveheart are seeking volunteers to help lead their Living Well groups. These groups supports participants to reach personalised lifestyle goals relating to: healthy eating, increasing physical activity, alcohol reduction, smoking cessation, managing stress and achieving a healthy weight through flexible support options including talks, workshops and, group programme sessions.
Leaders will be fully integrated within the Braveheart team, in our office bases, team activities and out in the community, with the opportunity to work alongside other volunteers and to join in all team activities. The role is varied, but you get to choose what activities interest you most and how much time you can commit.
Main responsibilities:
· To engage with people through your role in the community and by help facilitating the living well groups and events
· To make sure groups are welcoming, friendly, enjoyable, and safe for all
· To support individuals, identify and work towards personal outcomes to improve their physical and mental health and wellbeing
· To provide support for cooking, weight management, exercise sessions, crafts, mental wellbeing and reducing social isolation plus working with groups for living well with long term conditions
· To liaise with the Living Well Co-ordinator regarding any problems arising within a group
· To carry out appropriate administration procedures maintaining client confidentiality i.e. ensuring participants complete initial and final evaluation forms
· To attend relevant local events, to promote healthy lifestyle information and Braveheart services
· To encourage all service users to take part in other health related activities organised by Braveheart
· To attend the six-weekly Living Well leaders’ meetings as far as possible
If you are interested in this role or would like to know more then please do get in touch!
Forth Valley Top Toes (FVTT)
Forth Valley Top Toes provides a personal foot care service for clients who are unable to provide their own personal foot care. This is an essential service for the community. Good foot care can reduce the risk of falls among vulnerable older people, improves mobility and improves quality of life. This project also supports the work of NHS podiatry services, allowing them to focus on quality care for those who really need it.
Footcare Volunteer tasks include:
· Set up and maintain sterile treatment room with appropriate equipment
· Check and clean plinth
· Complete health and well-being checklist with each client
· Remove client’s footwear (where requested by client)
· Clean toenails with sterile antiseptic wipes
· Clean and check the client’s set of clippers for cleanliness and suitability for use (clients will be given their own set of clippers at their first appointment and will bring with them to each subsequent appointment)
· Cut toenails
· Give foot care and emollient advice
If you think that you can contribute to this important service, or would like to know more, then please do get in touch: eleanor.paterson2@nhs.scot. Thank you!
Scottish Seniors Computer Clubs (SSCC) - Falkirk
SSCC Falkirk is seeking an additional Volunteer IT Tutor to help support our over-50 learners with computing devices and to extend their knowledge of what can be achieved with the available technology.
Skills and Attitudes
Volunteer tutors should have practical experience in one or more of: Using laptops, iPad / Android tablets and smartphones; Windows operating systems and applications; Mobile device applications; Using email and browsers; Social media; Security / keeping safe online; Digital photography.
Volunteers should have good communication skills and be able to demonstrate patience and empathy with learner members, and commitment to their role as a volunteer tutor. Due to the nature of our service and the importance of consistency for our older learners volunteers must be able to commit to regular attendance at the Club, and to notify others at the Club in advance if they will be unable to attend, for example for illness, holidays or other commitments.
Duties
The duties of club volunteer tutors are:
• Help to set up and take down furniture / equipment at the meeting venue
• Provide advice and support to learner members with technical problems and questions.
• Suggest to learner members other uses of their computers that may help them; give guidance to help members to use this correctly if required.
*Infectious Disease Policy*
• Hand hygiene measures should be observed using sanitizing gels provided or members’ own;
• Tables and other touch point and surface areas shall be cleaned prior to and after use;
• Social distancing measures are not mandated but members may choose to do so if they wish, with the Club Leader ensuring the room is not overcrowded;
• The room should be well ventilated.
SSCC will endeavour to assure the safety of members, however attendance is at member’s own risk.
Rainbow Muslim Women's Group
Rainbow Muslim Women's group works tirelessly to help vulnerable women and their families out of social isolation. Our youths have been impacted by social isolation due to the barriers their mothers face on a daily basis and barely get a chance to be children and enjoy life.
The groups run with the help of volunteers and without the volunteers we would not be here. We take great pride in looking after our volunteers as they help us to keep our organisation running.
We are currently looking for a Volunteer Youth Worker to support our youth group and interact with the young people, aged between 12-21years. We would require a volunteer who would work closely with the youth to build their confidence and bring some much-needed fun back into their lives, giving them an escapism from the pressures facing them on a day to day basis.
The role will involve helping the young people with activities, fun arts and crafts and providing them with a listening ear. Other activities that may be planned for the group can include crafting activities, cooking/baking sessions, outdoor experiences, sports activities and any other recreational activities. Most of these sessions will be conducted by a professional and the volunteer will be responsible for overseeing these activities, assessing its impact, provide new ideas etc.
Macmillan Cancer Support
At Macmillan we give people with cancer everything we’ve got. Are you a good listener and clear communicator? Then we would love you to join our team as a Macmillan Telephone Buddy and help Macmillan support people living with cancer.
We are looking for Telephone Buddy Volunteers across all areas of Scotland to provide telephone support. The time commitment varies and days/times are flexible but those undertaking the role usually commit to approximately 1-2 hours a week.
Selection will be after an informal interview and on successful completion of online training and induction. The training consists of both self-directed online learning and 'live' online group training and will take a combined total of approximately 10 hours to complete. You will need to complete this training within 6 weeks of submitting your application.
This role is also subject to a PVG check.
By sharing your skills and time, you’ll have the opportunity to utilise and develop your skills and will make a difference to people’s lives. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer. If you would like to join our team, apply to volunteer today!
Why we want you:
Bring your listening and communication skills to support people living with cancer to feel less isolated and lonely. By joining us you’ll be doing something amazing for people, so they can continue to feel connected to the world outside and helping them find their best way through. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer.
What will you be doing?
- Providing telephone support to alleviate loneliness and social isolation for people living with cancer
- Adopting a non-judgemental and supportive approach to understand the needs and concerns of people living with cancer
- Speaking to 1-3 people living with cancer every week for up to 12 calls
- Completing post call ‘records of activity’ reports and using all required systems
- Joining group catch up calls every 4-6 weeks to get key updates and/or share good practice
- Signposting to additional support if required and raising any further concerns with the Macmillan team
What's in it for you?
- Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference
- Use and develop your communication and people skills
- Have a rewarding experience making a difference to people living with cancer
- Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out your role, and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines)
Disclaimer:
Our vision is to develop a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers and enables everyone to be their best when giving time, energy and experience. We will strive to meet the different needs of people who choose to give their time, and work hard to improve accessibility – both face to face and online – to give everyone the best possible experience.
ROOTS Women With a Van
ROOTS WWV (Woman with a Van) is a scheme run by ROOTS HHFS Food Bank, a grassroots community group based in Bonnybridge, in conjunction with Falkirk Council. We help those moving forward from homelessness move into accommodation by offering the van to transport household items, and sourcing and collecting start up items for those who are moving with little to nothing. The scheme is Falkirk wide and referrals are made through Falkirk Council homelessness services.
As the project continues to grow and we reach more people, we need help with managing the load! We are seeking a volunteer who can drive our van and help with the moves and collections. If you can help with the lifting and carrying then that's an added bonus too! This is a flexible role but many of the drives can be during the working week. If you have a full drivers license and are keen to get involved with this friendly and proactive group, then we'd love to hear from you!
The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk
Do you want to transform local green spaces for the environment, wildlife and your local community? The gardening and environmental conservation activities of TCV’s Green Gym at Kinneil Estate in Bo’ness provides the added extra of improving your own health, fitness and wellbeing.
Following the appointment of a new project officer, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) for Scotland are resuming their Green Gym sessions at Kinneil Estate on Thursday mornings between 10am and 1pm. The sessions are open to all volunteers from the community.
These sessions are weekly and up to three hours in length. Volunteers can join in any session, or multiple sessions, with a variety of tasks, including: planting trees, growing food, creating wildflower meadows, digging ponds, managing woodland, making pathways and so much more – all with the guidance of your local TCV team.
Get fresh air and exercise, and meet new people – come along, and get involved. Attend as few or as many sessions as you feel able to manage.
To join in as a volunteer, get in touch with project officer Krissy Stevenson, at krissy.stevenson@tcv.org.uk or on 07825 056572.
Strathcarron Hospice - Falkirk
We have opportunities across the Falkirk area for volunteers to visit someone in their home, have a chat & a cup of tea and make someone's day a little bit brighter.
Due to life-limiting conditions, many people cannot get out of their house and are confined to live a socially isolated and often quite lonely existence. Compassionate Neighbours can provide a lifeline by meeting a person in their home, passing the time of day, offering some social interaction and cheering someone up. It is very simple, but hugely significant.
We have people across Falkirk in various communities, so usually we are able to match volunteers locally to limit and travelling. If you could spare the time and commit to a weekly or fortnightly visit, we'd love to hear from you!
Forth Environment Link/FEL Scotland - Falkirk
Forth Valley Sensory Centre are looking for folk to help with both the maintenance of their kitchen and sensory gardens. This is a great opportunity to upskill your gardening knowledge, whilst being a member of a close knit community at the centre.
Salvation Army Falkirk Donation Centre
Our Falkirk Donation Centre is due to open at the end of July 2024! The opening of this new space is an exciting opportunity for us to continue to support and fundraise for the work that the Salvation Army does across Scotland and the UK.
We are seeking volunteers to accompany our drivers as they are out and about around Falkirk collecting stock. This will include going to people's addresses to record, collect and then load stock into our van and unload into storage. This will all take place with the support of a staff member.
If you think that you could help us, we would love to hear from you!
Falkirk Foodbank
Falkirk Foodbank believes that no one in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide up to five days nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
To support the work that we do, we are looking for a volunteer to help us create and manage our social media presence, share engaging content, and grow our online community. This is a great opportunity to make a difference to your community while gaining valuable experience!
Responsibilities will include:
- Setting Up Social Media Pages: Create and manage our presence on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
- Creating Engaging Content: Share posts and updates about our mission, events, and success stories.
- Growing Our Community: Interact with followers and help us reach more people.
If you are interested and would like to know more then please let us know!
Bonnybridge Gala Committee
Bonnybridge Gala Day is a day for community! We are excited to bring everyone together to celebrate the summer and foster community spirit. The event is all about inclusivity and we have made the event low cost for all, to help us achieve this though we are looking for Event Volunteers to help us on the day!
If you could give just a few hours of your day then you would be offering huge support! There are opportunities to help us set up, steward, litter pick, pack up, carry collection buckets, and much more! This is a great opportunity to get involved and give back - we need you to make this day possible for all the families and people of Bonnybridge!
Please do reach out for more information!
Newtown Park Association
The Newtown Park Association are the non-profit owners and custodians of Newtown Park Stadium, on behalf of the people of Bo'ness. The NPA took over Newton Park in 2012, with the view of creating a community facility for the people of Bo'ness and the surrounding area. Since then, the NPA has ensured that Newtown Park is complete with a modern all weather playing surface that is open to the community seven days a week, with a footfall of 2000 children and adults and an average usage of 50 hours weekly.
To keep this space open to the community, the maintenance, repairs and running of Newton Park is run by volunteers.
Do you think you could help us maintain this popular space?
We are looking for people to contribute a little of their time to help us undertake the tasks that are essential to keeping Newton Park open and functional, including:
- Using our small tractor to maintain the synthetic pitch
- Litter picking after matches
- Painting
- Weed killing
- Open/closing of the grounds
- General maintenance
Anyone, young or old, can help out and the time commitment is flexible to suit you. If you are interested, please get in touch via the link, or email: bobsnedden@btinternet.com
Marie Curie Charity Shop - Bo'ness
We're looking for friendly people who can spare 2-3 hours a week to help us in our Bo'ness charity shop. If you want to gain new skills, meet new people or be part of a fantastic team who go the extra mile to help us make a difference then we would love to hear from you!
Our shops are an important part of how we raise the funds we need to support our patients and their loved ones, and we need volunteers to help us continue to run our shops successfully. You will be helping us with all aspects of running the shop; sorting through bags of donations, processing items for sale and serving our customers on the till.
If you have an eye for fashion and design then we would love you to help us create attractive window displays with seasonal and other items, so that our customers want to come in and browse. You will receive full training when you join us, so no previous retail experience is necessary. If you love working with others and would enjoy volunteering in a place where no two days are the same then this could be the opportunity for you.
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Falkirk Foodbank believes that no one in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide up to five days nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
To support the work that we do, we are looking for a volunteer to help us create and manage our social media presence, share engaging content, and grow our online community. This is a great opportunity to make a difference to your community while gaining valuable experience!
Responsibilities will include:
- Setting Up Social Media Pages: Create and manage our presence on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
- Creating Engaging Content: Share posts and updates about our mission, events, and success stories.
- Growing Our Community: Interact with followers and help us reach more people.
If you are interested and would like to know more then please let us know!
ROOTs are a grassroots charity that run a foodbank which serves Bonnybridge, Banknock and Denny. We also run free community events to help connect communities, tackle social isolation, promote wellbeing and advance inclusivity. We are a passionate team of volunteers, and we are looking for more help to enable us to keep serving our community!
If you have some spare time to support the residents of Bonnybridge and the surrounding areas then we have various opportunities! These include:
- Weekly foodbank support, organisation and distribution of our collection-only foodbank.
- Driver for our (new!) minibus and for collecting goods for our foodbank.
- Community events support, such as helping with the running of our weekly Happy Mondays lunch club
If you think you could help in any way then please get in touch!
Marie Curie is here for anyone with an illness they're likely to die from, and those close to them. Everyone deserves the right support at the end of life.
To help us offer this support, we are looking for volunteers to raise vital funds for Marie Curie and to spread the word about our work. Alongside other group members, our fundraising team organises collections, fundraising events and encourages support for Marie Curie in the local community. Our fundraising groups also act as ambassadors, sharing the message about the work of Marie Curie and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise too.
The role includes, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:
-Helping organise collections, events and other fundraising activities.
-Helping promote the work of the charity and encourage support from the local community.
-Regularly attending group meetings in Larbert.
If you are interested and would like to find out more then please get in touch!
Family friends work directly with families, coming alongside and giving support to parents and children when they need it most, making sure they feel less isolated.
Safe Families is a charity that works with 35+ local authorities around the UK. Safe Families offer hope, belonging and support to children, families and care leavers; they do this primarily, but not exclusively, with and through local churches. No one should feel alone. Safe Families exist to create relationship and connection because everyone deserves to belong.
Volunteers will undergo training before matching with a family, to help them feel best equipped and prepared. They will receive support throughout the entire process. Family friend support can range from a couple hours every few weeks, to once a week support - meeting for coffee, being a listening ear, going out to the park etc.
Contact Caitlin at caitlinfrew@safefamilies.uk or 07393462300 for more information about volunteering.
Being a trustee brings lots of opportunities and there are many reasons why people take on the role. If you’re passionate about making a difference then this could be the role for you! As a Girlguiding Scotland trustee, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to support our work. You’ll make a difference to the lives of thousands of girls. The trustee board focuses on the strategy and performance of Girlguiding Scotland ensuring we continue to develop in response to member needs. Currently the main focus for our work is on providing a motivating and rewarding volunteer experience so that we can build capacity to enable more girls to join Girlguiding in Scotland, thereby ensuring we can sustain the organisation for the future.
As a trustee, you will contribute to shaping the future direction for Girlguiding Scotland and be responsible for ensuring the charity meets all legal obligations. You must be eligible to serve as a trustee of a charity, including being aged 18 or over at the time of appointment. Find out more here about who can be a trustee.
As a trustee you will be an active member of the trustee board, which is chaired by the chief commissioner (our most senior volunteer). The board is responsible for the governance and overall effective management of Girlguiding Scotland. The trustee board ensures that Girlguiding Scotland works within the legal, charitable, and financial requirements of a charity, meets regulatory requirements and promotes good practice.
We’re for all girls and we want Girlguiding Scotland to be a safe and welcoming space for every person that wants to join us. Our trustee board should be as diverse as the girls that we support and inspire which is why we encourage trustee applications from people of all backgrounds. In particular, we would welcome trustee applications from people with disabilities and individuals from ethnic minority groups.
You can find out more about the role by downloading the application pack from our website.
CVS Falkirk & District are curating an exhibition 'Capturing Volunteer Stories, 1984-2024' which will be hosted at Arnotdale House between the 10th and 20th of September 2024! The exhibition showcases the amazing contributions made by volunteers over the last forty years, and the impact that they continue to make across Falkirk and District.
To help with the running of the exhibition, we are looking for volunteers who share our passion for heritage and the third sector! Exhibition volunteers will support us by: meeting and greeting visitors to our temporary exhibition; offering further information and guidance; directing visitors to activities and information; helping supervise our tuck shop (pay what you can, to be donated to Cyrenians).
As a volunteer you will add that extra spark to our exhibition and be part of a team that will contribute to enhancing our visitors’ experience!
This is also a great opportunity to: develop your skills in teamwork, customer service and communication; gain experience in a heritage/visitor attraction; to meet like-minded people and be in a great team.
If you would like further information then please do get in touch!
Why we want you
Parent to Parent is the National Autistic Society’s award-winning UK wide confidential emotional support helpline which is provided over the phone by trained volunteers, who are all parents of autistic children and adults. The volunteers all have personal experience of autism and the impact it has on their own families. They are there to give parents and carers the opportunity to talk through any issues, feelings or problems they’re experiencing. They can suggest helpful strategies, signpost them to other sources of information and support, or just provide a non-judgmental listening ear. Volunteers provide this from their own home.
All volunteers must be a parent or primary carer of an autistic child or adult.
What you will be doing
Calling parents and carers of autistic children and adults who have contacted the Parent to Parent Emotional Support Helpline
Providing emotional support and a non-judgemental listening ear to other parents and carers
Signposting parents, when appropriate, to information and advice services via email
Recording details of interactions with parents on the service’s secure system
Dealing appropriately with confidential information and documentation in line with the service’s policies
Some occasional travel to attend training and forums will be necessary
You will need access to your own computer/laptop with internet access
What will I get out of it?
You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported.
What will I do as a Sported volunteer?
You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport.
Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network.
What will I get out of it?
You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing fundraising skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported.
What will I do as a Sported volunteer?
You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport.
Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network.
Bloomin' Bo'ness are a team of volunteers who are committed to making Bo'ness look loved and cared for all year round! We have planters, baskets and allotments around Bo'ness and Bridgeness which we work together to plant and maintain for the benefit of the town.
If you are interested in gardening, plants or just want to contribute to our efforts to make Bo'ness a better place to live for our community and to improve the environment then we would love to hear from you!