A good opportunity to help in your community to raise money for Strathcarron Hospice who provide specialist care for those with life threatening illnesses. Volunteers are trained to help in the sorting and selling of donations in the charity shop and also asked to help out in the "friends" cafe. Your contribution will help support care in the community and enable you to learn catering skills, cash handling and dealing with the public. Working in the shop and tea-room, serving public drink, preparing food and stock control. Operating the till and sorting donations are other tasks that may be required.

Every Thursday 15-20 patients come into the Daycare Lounge at the Hospice for the day. While in it is important what they get spoilt and pampered to make them feel better about themselves before they return home. As part of this service the Hospice is looking for someone to come in on a Thursday for a few hours to do the patients hair -very simple hairdressing duties but it is an important service to pamper and talk to the patients.

The Credit Union are looking for volunteers to support and raise The Credit Union's presence on the web by developing social media streams and updating the website etc. Volunteers will develop a social media presence and develop an online newsletter to share with customers and the database of contacts.

* Create a safe and friendly environment * Encourage young people to take part * Help with specific tasks e.g. baking, painting etc * To be enthusiastic * Be able to work as part of a team * Join in "programme planning" * Have fun!

To assist the community flat in their credit union collections, we have various collection points over the Denny, Bonnybridge and Banknock areas. The collections are done by computer which is linked to the main office in Grangemouth. Collection points are always manned by 2 collectors so no-one will be working alone. Training will be given and ongoing training available.

Anyone who joins us gets a great sense of satisfaction when they work with the old people of Grangemouth and Bo'ness. We work in conjunction with Community Care who bus the clients in while we feed and entertain them. We need people who can help in the kitchen and also to serve them with tea and coffee and lunches. We normally feed between 50-60 people each Tuesday, so every volunteer is very special to us.

As a volunteer you will meet new people, who you will train with. You will become a valued member of the team, developing the skills you already have and learn new ones, eg your confidence, so you feel ready to talk to other young people in schools or in other Youth Groups. You will help them learn new skills like budgeting their money, getting on with neighbours and filling in forms. You might be doing workshops with 14/15 year olds in schools, talking to people who are homeless or who have just got a tenancy. You may want to help make up useful information leaflets, or videos or even developing an information website.

RVS are currently looking for trolley volunteers. This would involve working in pairs and transporting the trolley from cafe to the ward, selling refreshments, newspapers and other good to patients. This is a much loved service by both patients and staff. This service is critical.

Forth Valley Community Focus is looking for volunteers for the Reception and Food Larder area. Duties Include;- Greeting visitors and service users, ensuring service users enter all the correct information into the forms, answering the telephone/ logging calls, talking messages, keeping Food Larder clean and tidy and maintaining a clear desk policy and follow general duties as required.

As above, working with a group of around 20 boys and girls who are dedicated to their football and to whom participation means everything. The Club currently offers fortnightly training sessions on a Sunday from 12-3 and gives kids with Cerebral Palsy the chance to play football in an equal ability environment and gives them the very important feeling of belonging to a club. As well as coaching this role also includes the opportunity to continue the Club's support of a local or national league format being set up to allow these kids to participate against other teams.

Quarriers intandem Mentoring Service for young people aged between 8 -14 is a new and exciting initiative funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by Inspiring Scotland. intandem will provide mentors for young people aged between 8-14 years who are looked after by their local authority but living at home across the Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire areas. We are looking for mentors to help bring positive changes to young people’s lives. We know how crucial it is for all young people to have at least one long term relationship with a positive adult role-model. The disruption children face leading up to, on coming into or leaving the care system can make this difficult to achieve within a family setting. intandem has been set up to help young people face these challenges. The service will match mentees with trained volunteer mentors to build a positive, trusting, supportive and secure relationship. Are you friendly, outgoing, reliable and enjoy working with children and young people? Do you have 3-4 hours each week to spare? Would you like to be part of this exciting new initiative that will make a lasting positive change in young people’s lives? Then this exciting new Volunteer Mentor opportunity is for you! Volunteer Mentors main tasks will be to build a positive, trusting, supportive and secure relationship with children & young people aged 8 – 14 who are looked after at home. Purpose of the role The Volunteer Mentor will work with young people who are looked after at home, building a trusting relationship, improving their chances in life and promoting the wellbeing of every child. The Volunteer Mentor will work with young people who are looked after at home, building a trusting relationship, improving their chances in life and promoting the wellbeing of every child. Main tasks: • working in a person centred way with young people • providing opportunities for young people to participate in meaningful activities • promote the wellbeing of every child through creative and fun approaches • communicating and linking with the intandem mentor coordinator on a regular basis. • working as part of a team as well as on your own. • Weekly (where possible). Opportunities are across Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire areas • Commitment required We request that mentors commit to a minimum period of one year. This will enable them to get the best out of the role. Ideally, mentors would be available for meet for a few hours every week. • • Volunteer Mentors will be provided with training on Mentoring, Child Protection, Core Values, Equality & Diversity, Data protection, Health & Safety, plus any other relevant training that is required for specific areas. You will also have the opportunity to access other training as part of personal development. • You can gain new skills and experience through helping a child or young person turn their life around. To carry out this role you will need: • knowledge and experience of working with children and young people • ability to engage & build a positive relationship with children & young people • reliable, Trusting and Supportive • have fun and enjoy Volunteers will receive appropriate training and support to carry out their role with regular supervision. Training will be on-going and tailored according to the needs of the mentor/mentee relationship.

Forth Valley Disability Sport is a local charity based in Stirling who provide sporting opportunities to children, young people and adults with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. We operate throughout the Forth Valley area. Helping groups of participants to achieve the aims of the session, either practicing skills or playing games. Responsibilities would include: • Organising and supervising to ensuring the area and participants are safe. • Completing a register of those attending along with details of any particular needs and emergency information. • Being aware of any particular needs of the participants (i.e. level of fitness, medical conditions, physical, learning or sensory disabilities). • Following policy and procedures of Forth Valley Disability Sport including accident reporting, health and safety.

The tea room duties require someone to meet and greet users, make teas and snack lunches, and be involved in the ordering of goods for the tea room.

To drive community groups from Slamannan to venues as required. Can be local or Glasgow/Edinburgh usually 10-4pm and 6-10pm but can be less hours than this. Various groups would use this - mum and toddles, OAPS and WRI and watercolour groups.

We are seeking a keen gardener to support our growing activities and community composting initiative.

We are looking for someone who can assist the club with general maintenance/DIY around the clubhouse, club grounds and tennis courts. Duties may include: *painting *weeding *fence fixing *general odd jobs

The double decker bus has been designed and specifically adapted to serve as a visitor centre (family hub/bus) at HMYOI Polmont. The bus has toilets, tea/coffee making facilities, children's play area and display facilities for leaflets and information which may be relevant to the families of young people in HMYOI Polmont.

We need help with setting up displays, pricing and labelling, assisting customers with queries and providing general help in the sales area. Training can be given to volunteers who would like to try this type of work with a view to pursuing a career in retail. We are also interested in help from volunteers who have experience in using cash registers.

We are seeking volunteers that have the following skills and knowledge: * Friendly and approachable personality * Motivated to help and support others * Willing to learn new skills * Be willing to devote time and effort to the organisation Volunteers will help the coach with these sessions and be asked to undertake some tasks which may include taking a register and helping with the set-up and clearing of equipment.

The support worker role is an important role which can involve providing a listening ear, help with official forms and support at meeting in relation to housing, benefits and independent living. The Butterfly Trust provides services that are designed to improve the quality of life for young people living with Cystic Fibrosis. This includes insuring they can live in a suitable home environment; benefit from the best home care; have access to other help and enjoy equal opportunities in education, employment and independent living. These outreach services are delevered by trained volunteers who provide face to face support around the country. It is a very rewarding role, as the tasks carried out make a real difference to the quality of daily life for the young people we support. The Support Worker is our first point of contact with clients in their area responding to requests. Support Workers can also be trained to provide advocacy if they wish to be more challenged, learn new skills or perhaps make good use of those they already have.

Scottish Seniors Computer Club is a federation of around 10 local groups across Edinburgh, West Lothian and Falkirk. Our aims are to advance the education of the public and in particular older people by extending their knowledge of computing, encouraging them to have fun using computers and to promote the welfare and relieve the needs of older people by providing and facilitating access to computer technology and equipment. The Falkirk group has around 10 members learning on laptops or tablet devices. Enthusiasm, confidence and flexibility are more important to us than a vast range of IT skills.

Home Start Denny is recruiting parents to join our group of volunteers. Volunteers support vulnerable families in their own homes maintaining the dignity and confidentiality of the parents. Volunteers help families cope with the pressures they face and make a real difference to the lives of parents and children. You will make new friends and have lots of fun. You will develop new skills and have some wonderful experiences to add to your CV.

This opportunity involves working with Open Secret's Development Worker to co-facilitate groups with children in school or nursery settings. This role will involve providing individual therapeutic play support sessions for children and individual counselling / support for parents.

The PEN Group deal with adults with disabilities whether it be mental, physical or special needs who advocate social justice and equal opportunities. Tutor Volunteers will work 1-to-1 with the service users attending the group to support them with the following: - Writing - Reading - Computer skills - Confidence - Public transport

Venture Disco require Group Volunteers to attend the discos when they are booked. The service users will be in control of the disco, including set up but volunteers are required to be there for extra support. Volunteers are needed to help with transporting the equipment to and from the discos. Volunteers are welcome to attend the weekly training session as this will allow them to get to know the service users and also the set up of equipment, however this is not necessary. Volunteers are only required to attend the discos as and when they are booked.

To help the children to the best possible start in life,Home-Start supports parents as they grow in confidence, strengthen their relationships with their children and widen their links within the local community. We currently have 24 volunteers who support 13 families, who have in total 35 children within the areas of Denny, Bonnybridge and Banknock

Would particularly appeal to the following groups: - For those wishing to fill in spare time eg retired people, carers etc - For those seeking new challenges or skills for example to retrain for alternative employment It is also an excellent opportunity to meet others. Full training and support provided. All costs met by CAB, including out of pocket travel expenses. Hours of work are flexible with a minimum of five hours per week. Suitable for anyone over 18 and from any background. No formal qualifications required. Able to work hours around school days and school holidays.

Supporting children in their play, this position would be ideal for someone who has a couple of hours in the afternoon and wants to feel useful. It is a caring position but volunteers work within many policies and guidelines. Children require an environment where they feel safe and secure where they have time to try new activities and make new friends, where they can have fun and express their individuality. Player helpers would play with the children enabling their participation in the various activities.

Becoming a volunteer with the Samaritans is to open up a new way of life. You will understand more but judge less, sympathise more but advise less. You will learn to listen beyond the words and see beyond the obvious. In learning more about the lives of others you may learn more about your own. Volunteers are our lifeblood, donating valuable time to run our helpline service providing emotional support to anyone feeling distressed or unable to cope, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As well as phone calls we use email, letter, face to face meeting and seen SMS text messages to reach out to those that need us. We are currently seeking volunteers during the night which is when we are often needed most.

Providing access to the Museum of Scottish Railways is a satisfying experience. The Museum adjacent to Bo'ness Station provides public access to some of the gems of our collection of locomotives, carriages and wagons. The museum is open from April till the end of October. Each year over 15,000 visitors enjoy the Museum displays. Museum Assistants do not need railway knowledge. Their job is to welcome visitors and ensure that neither the collection nor its visitors comes to harm. We supply detailed guidance and training on every aspect of this straightforward and rewarding job. Why not help us to keep our railway heritage alive?

This is a lovely group to work with and as a volunteer you will have to be fit. Mums pushing Buggy's are fast. New mums often feel isolated and overwhelmed by the responsibility and challenges of looking after their new arrival and perhaps feels unable to cope - we are looking for someone who will understand this. The mums meet once a week for a 40 minute walk, there is a Health Visitor there to answer any questions or worries that the mums may have. After the walk the group usually go back to a Health Centre or Playgroup for tea and a chat. The groups have been a lifeline to some of the mums - they have peer support from other mothers as well as being able to talk to their Health Visitor in a less sterile environment. In 2010, Step Forth Buggy Groups were recognised by the British Heart Foundation and put in their good practice guide.

With this opportunity people will be able to work with Primary Aged Children in sport related, lunchtime and after school clubs. The volunteer's duties would involve; simple administrative tasks for example taking a register, assisting the coaches with delivering the activities or leading the activity sessions (optional). There are many benefits to be gained from this volunteering opportunity, such as gaining relevant qualifications and work experience, meeting future contacts, learning new organisational and coaching skills. Being part of this initiative would mean that you would be giving young children the chance to participate in various sport/recreation activities whilst encouraging a healthier lifestyle and social interaction with their peers.

An outdoor, hands-on opportunity to volunteer alongside the Gardeners and Park Attendants. Get involved with various conservation tasks in the lesser known areas of Helix Park. A programme of activities will take place over the year such as plant and animal habitat maintenance and development. All tools and training will be provided on the day. Bring along your wellies, waterproofs and enthusiasm.

Helix Event Volunteers are a team of volunteers that support a wide variety of events, big and small, free and ticketed at Helix Park. The Meet & Greet role is about more than welcoming people to The Helix. Depending on the event it can involve activities such as: - Directing pedestrians in the park - Registering people into an activity - Helping check and/or scan tickets - Giving out information either by chatting or with leaflets - Give out equipment people need to take part in the event Plus, if you are there to help out at the event, there is a good chance you will be able to enjoy part or all of the event depending on the duties you are required to perform on the day.

Roadies are kept fit and active by being hands on before and after events at The Helix. If you enjoy being active, outdoors and part of soemthing bigger then this is the opportunity for you. This oportunity involves setting up equipment before an event and then taking it down and putting it away after the event. Sometimes there could be duties throughout the event but mainly you will be left in peace to enjoy the event that you have helped create. You will not be expected to carry out any duties you feel are too heavy or technical these will be passed onto to the relevant member of staff or contractor.

Work activities vary between fundraising but will typically include: * developing new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which will be events-based * encouraging our membership to financially support the organisation * inspiring new supporters to raise money while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters * developing and coordinating web-based fundraising * managing and updating databases to record donor contact and preference information * preparing mail-shots and correspondence * writing applications and mail shots, using direct mailing to reach a wide range of potential and current donors

Café Volunteers are needed to serve refreshments to patients, staff and visitors. Being in hospital visiting friends or family can be a difficult time so volunteers offer a friendly and compassionate point of contact for our customers. Volunteers will be required to do 3 hours per shift. This is an ideal opportunity to develop skill and experience in a hospital environment. Trolley Volunteers are needed to help provide a trolley shop within the hospital. The trolley offers refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with the patients. Additional tasks include cash handling and reconciliation and ensuring stock is replenished and rotated

A monthly habitat creation event open to people of all ages at a local wildlife site that is a former brownfield site known locally as Bridgeness Ship Breakers. Today, this site is well used by locals for dog walking and members of the public using the route of the John Muir Way as it passes through Bo'ness. Join Buglife and get involved with habitat management tasks including scrub removal and litter picks whilst learning about the importance of this site for wildlife. Training is also provided in how to use the tools as well as how to identify the animals and plants that call this site home. This opportunity allows you to see how the site is pregressing monthly, meet new people, learn new skills and get outdoors having fun. Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided although you may also want to bring along lunch. This event runs 10am-1pm the first Wednesday of each month. Please wear sturdy footwear, warm clothes and remember waterproofs.

Strathcarron Hospice now has 11 charity shops in the local area. The most recent one is a furniture shop in Stenhousemuir. An opportunity exists for someone strong to volunteer as part of a team to help collect donated furniture form a house, load it in a van and bring back to shop for selling. You would only ever work as part of a small taem, never alone and the hour can be very flexible, from weekly to one afteroon a fortnight.

Training and support are provided by a dedicated project lead at Strathcarron Hospice. Volunteers also have opportunities to participate in training new volunteers. It is hoped volunteers will become “hospice ambassadors” within their own communities This is a really rewarding opportunity. There are many different requests for support so there is something to suit almost everyone. Please be aware that following training it can take some time for the right “match” to come up.

All donated bags of clothes and bric a brac will be required to be opened and the stock sorted. The stock will be divided into different categories of clothing and all hung on rails ready to be delivered back to a shop when they run short of that particular category of clothing. There will be no selling of the goods at the warehouse. The volunteer will be required to open black bags of donated goods and hang them on hangers on rails.

A schedule of tasks has been prepared which will enable volunteers to learn and develop skills in a variety of disciplines including: . Landscaping and gardening skills · Conservation skills · Woodworking, safe use of tools · Forest skills, tree ID, forest art · Painting and maintenance skills · Health & Safety, water safety · Teamworking · Real work experience. Volunteers will spend most of their time working on various maintenance tasks, mainly at The Falkirk Wheel. Volunteers will be able to work towards two accredited units in Health & Safety and Use of Hand Tools. They can also earn the Bronze level Youth Achievement Award, John Muir Award and the Saltire Volunteering Award. Looking for 12 - 15 volunteers for the group. The programme runs for 12 weeks on Thursdays from 10am - 4pm.

Headway Falkirk meet on the last Wednesday of the month . We are looking for a motivated volunteer to support us with administration at our meetings. Tasks to be undertaken are: recording of minutes at the meetings typing up minutes (using own pc or laptop at home or library etc.) distribute minutes to members via email

The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity for the elderly, terminally ill and their pets. We provide help with day to day care of pets, fostering when owners are hospitalised and long term care of bereaved pets where owners have requested this. Taking an animal to the vets etc or possibly transporting the animal for fostering.

Responsibilities include: • Stock handling, stock replacement, booking in items • Providing good customer service, dealing with customer enquiries • Working as part of a team • Taking stock to customer’s cars • Building up furniture e.g. chairs, tables, beds, wardrobes etc.

Learn boating skills, access our tow paths, become a walk leader, learn information on our canals, share your healthy eating tips, try new ways of approaching your health and wellbeing, access ongoing volunteering opportunities and benefit from our own community green and blue spaces.

Represent our fantastic social enterprise, your local area, waterway, community and yourself. Welcome boaters and towpath visitors from all walks of life locally and from around the world. Become part of an enthusiastic team working in the unique setting of our own Forth & Clyde Canal and around our local landmarks. Develop new skills and learn more about Falkirk’s historical landmark.

When the president is absent from general/committee meetings the Vice President shall preside. The volunteer vice president will also welcome new members and visitors to the club, introduce them to the facilities and tennis activities run by the club. Other duties will include managing and organising various tennis sessions, to attend and participate in monthly management committee meetings aswell as the AGM. Committee meetings take place on the last Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm. The AGM takes place in February.

Volunteer advisers interview clients and let them explain their problem and they then help the client clarify any issues by exploring the problem and asking questions. Advisers then consult AdviserNet, a comprehensive information system available in electronic format, before explaining the options to the client. The client is then encouraged to decide what to do. Advisers are trained to check that clients are receiving all the benefits to which they are entitled and can often help fill in complex forms. They can also speak or write to other agencies on the client’s behalf, if appropriate. Advisers must make a detailed record of each client’s enquiry for quality assurance purposes and so that further help can be given if the client returns to the bureau.

To work alongside and support the community hall committee and credit union. To help prepare and set up for the activities for the once weekly session, including handling money, computer use, filling out forms and being involved with the credit union. The session will be a 2 hour session,

To work alongside and support the community hall committe and parents of the toddler group. To help prepare and set up for the activities for the once weekly session, including preparing snacks, handling money and being involved with childrens play activities indoors and out. The session will be a 2 hour session and parents will stay with there child.

Volunteers will be required to help out in our charity shop. Duties will include general housekeeping of the shop floor and back shop, ensuring all stock is priced and labelled, greeting and speaking to customers, operating the till and making sue customers have a pleasurer experience.

Tasks include welcoming children and families, set up and clear away, assisting in the promotion of healthy eating and living and to encourage children to try a range of healthy foods i.e. fruit and vegetables. Church of Scotland and Third Sector organisations are working in collaboration with the Scottish prison service to support families of young people incarcerated in HMYOI Polmont.

Forth Valley Disability Sport is a local charity based in Stirling who provide sporting opportunities to children, young people and adults with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. We operate throughout the Forth Valley area. Helping groups of participants to achieve the aims of the session, either practicing skills or playing games. Responsibilities would include: • Organising and supervising to ensuring the area and participants are safe. • Completing a register of those attending along with details of any particular needs and emergency information. • Being aware of any particular needs of the participants (i.e. level of fitness, medical conditions, physical, learning or sensory disabilities). • Following policy and procedures of Forth Valley Disability Sport including accident reporting, health and safety.

Forth Valley Disability Sport is a local charity based in Stirling who provide sporting opportunities to children, young people and adults with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. We operate throughout the Forth Valley area. Helping groups of participants to achieve the aims of the session, either practicing skills or playing games. Responsibilities would include: • Organising and supervising to ensuring the area and participants are safe. • Completing a register of those attending along with details of any particular needs and emergency information. • Being aware of any particular needs of the participants (i.e. level of fitness, medical conditions, physical, learning or sensory disabilities). • Following policy and procedures of Forth Valley Disability Sport including accident reporting, health and safety.

As a Support Group volunteer you will take care of all aspects of the group including: Act as main contact for the group Organise and maintain an email circulation list of attendees Arrange speakers for group meetings Organise room bookings Organise social activities Support and advise other group volunteers Promote group in local area Adhere to Fertility Network Scotland policies and procedures Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. By volunteering you can help those who need support.

To support youth workers to provide a comfortable and welcoming safe environment for young people to experience new ideas and concepts, to learn new skills and have FUN. We value any talents and skills that you can bring with you.

This is an ideal opportunity to give back to the community and have fun working with young people while improving key skills including communication, leadership and mediation. By volunteering for Falkirk Council you will be offered extensive training opportunities and the chance to volunteer at a time that suits you. The volunteer opportunities vary from large Youth Clubs to more intensive group work.

Volunteers in this role will work alongside staff. Duties include organising games and activities; supervising particular children; setting up and clearing up play spaces etc. Volunteers can take on any of the roles that they have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil. Volunteers should not undertake any unsupervised responsibilities, such as escorting on transport without the agreement of the project manager. Where a volunteer has particular skills, these can be used - for example, a volunteer with an appropriate First Aid qualification could administer first aid at an event with prior agreement.

Volunteers will be trained in all areas of retail and gain customer service skills. We need help with the sorting and pricing of donations, sock rotation and cashier duties. If you have an eye for fashion you can have a go at window dressing.

The individual will have the support of the club dependant on experience will have the autonomy to develop our Cerebral Palsy group and should have an interest in working with the disabled. Support will be available with training and coaching costs covered by the organisation.

Support the operation of the Section. In particular, the planning and delivery of the Balanced Programme, with the help of other Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and members of Scout Active Support as appropriate.

This is an opportunity for someone with an interest in horses or has basic experience. Duties will include the husbandry of the horses, mucking out the stables and tidying of the yard. Volunteers will interact with a variety of people and animals gaining transferable skills that can add to employment prospects. This is a Social Enterprise Company that allows disadvantaged people from Falkirk and surrounding areas to interact with horses and people, improving their communication skills and confidence. This helps them to integrate further into society and also improve employment opportunities.

At first you would be shadowing an experienced coach (mentor) and learning from them. Sessions would be planned by your mentor with you helping to deliver to our athletes. You can try this role for a few months to see if you enjoy it first. If you do, then you can commence formal coaching qualifications, where you would attend courses/workshops while still learning from your mentor. Any training costs would be met by the club (subject to criteria) and a personal plan would be agreed before commencing any qualification. This plan would then be reviewed at agreed periods. Club night is Friday which is when all our athletes train with another session on a Tuesday for those showing a talent.

We are one of the largest and most established youth organisations in the UK. Once you take the first step we will guide you to help young people to experience the kinds of challenges and adventures that can transform their lives. Every step has been carefully worked out to ensure that we attract the right kind of people to undertake this very responsible role. So, whatever your background - military or civilian - we’re sure you’ll appreciate the need for new learning to complement the skills you already have. The most important thing we look for in an adult volunteer is an interest in working with young people and helping them towards responsible adulthood. You will need energy, enthusiasm and a sense of humour. Being mature, responsible and patient is also important, as is the ability to work in a team. So take the first step to becoming an adult volunteer today and we’ll get you working with our cadets as soon as we possibly can.

This summer, Callendar House is hosting an exciting exhibition – Gladiators: a cemetery of secrets, on loan from the renowned Jorvick Centre in York. The exhibition will run from the 18th of May to the 16th of October, showcasing skeletal remains of six men, all of whom were decapitated and suffered injuries prior to death, and were buried in a cemetery alongside other Roman-age material in York. Recent research has uncovered more about who these men were, where they came from, how they died and evidence suggests that they were Gladiators active in Northern Britain. What’s in it for you? Gain specialist insight into the operations of a historic building and exhibitions programming at a world heritage site Work experience in a museum/visitor attraction/customer service environment Skills development opportunities in teamwork, confidence building, communication, etc. Opportunity to share your passion for history and meet like-minded people Gain knowledge about Roman history and archaeology and their impact on the UK Contributing to the support of your local community cultural/museum services The possibility of continued development opportunities for those interested in continuing their volunteering within the Trust’s cultural services What's involved? Interaction with visitors to the temporary exhibitions spaces Provide and share information about the exhibition, Callendar House, and upcoming events/exhibitions Encourage visitors of all ages to use the handling objects and interactives on offer in the exhibition space Supervise the collections on display Supervise visitor entry to restricted exhibition spaces

Learn guiding and presentation skills and information about local history and natural heritage to share during outdoor activities. We will work with existing walking and cycling programmes across the Falkirk area to include fun, informative heritage guiding in their programmes, as well as developing a number of set routes/ scripts for Great Place activities. The Great Place guiding programme offers the scope to explore and share areas of interest (for example – Romans in Scotland, or local wildlife) as well as learn and deliver a specific route, according to preference. The Great Place project is a district-wide 2-year programme of activities celebrating the places, people, traditions and industry of the Falkirk area with thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Events volunteers will participate in a range of indoor and outdoor activities. From community festivals to exhibitions and craft activities, volunteers will help with practical tasks to make events run smoothly, share information with the public and help run activities, games, and more. The Great Place project is a district-wide 2-year programme of activities celebrating the places, people, traditions and industry of the Falkirk area with thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

An approximate 12 week programme with supervision from the Falkirk Delivers team and a qualified landscape architect, consisting of: Ground maintenance, Weeding and planting, Joinery work, painting. As soon as the work is completed, a opening party will be arranged, where local counsellors, the funding agent and members of the press will be invited to enjoy the newly created space.

Volunteers will be able to take part in a range of practical conservation activities within Callendar Park alongside the Gardeners. Volunteers will be able to take part in a range of activities which will include minor tree works, path work, habitat and shrub bed maintenance. This is an outdoor, hands-on activity with an opporutnity to learn a vareity of new skills and techniques from a highly expereinced and qualified Park Team.

Falkirk Equal People deal with adults with disabilities whether it be mental, physical or special needs who advocate social justice and equal opportunities. Tutor Volunteers will be required to help support the group with their various projects. The service users will decide what they would like to learn and develop and this will determine what happens in the group. Activities could include: - Writing - Reading - Computing - Discussions - Projects

We are seeking a keen cyclist to lead bike rides in and around the Forth & Clyde Canal as part of our active travel initiatives. You will mentor others to ride safely in a fun and engaging manner.

We are seeking a keen historian to share their knowledge of the Forth & Clyde Canal as part of our development of our volunteers as canal ambassadors. You will deliver short workshops either in a classroom or outdoor environment to small groups of volunteers from the local area/

We currently have someone who takes care of petty cash and day to day transactions but we need someone to take over the accounting, keeping control of charity fund spending and to complete year end books. Volunteers must have previous experience within this field. We estimate one day maybe two days per month.

Over 20? Seeking a new challenge? Would you like to develop skills, leadership qualities and gain qualifications too? Within in the Air Training Corps, we constantly assess our past achievements, implement changes to meet the challenges of today and make plans for the future. And a huge part of that planning is you. As the backbone of our organisation we're always on the look out for high-calibre individuals to become volunteers, helping to run the activities that play such an important role in the lives of our young members. All kinds of people make up our volunteer staff, coming from a range of backgrounds and interests. Obviously if you have direct experience of working with young people, or any relevant skills such as flying or gliding, you would be particularly welcome. These aren't essential though, as we will train and support you at every stage. That said, you'll have some personal qualities that are essential, such as patience, maturity and responsibility along with an understanding of young people and their needs. You needn't be an athlete, but a good level of physical fitness also helps to ensure you can keep up with the cadets! Are you Officer or SNCO material? We rely on our volunteers to help us operate as effectively as possible. Being well organised is an obvious must, ideally with good managerial and administrative skills, and an ability to listen to problems and deal with them tactfully and appropriately. Really show your skills in these areas and you could end up taking on more responsibility and moving up through the ranks as an officer or senior non-commissioned officer (SNCO). Of course, first you have to join as a Civilian Instructor and then have selection interviews at Wing HQs and Regional HQs but we guide you through that…if you have the potential then we’ll spot it!

You will be stationed out and about in the Helix mainly around the Kelpies to be there to help visitors get all the information they need to have the best possible visit. To ensure you have all the right information and are delivering a world class service as part of the Helix Team, we provide excellent training. The Helix Ambassadors receive a variety of training in customer service and site familiarisation. You will be expected to carry out 3 ½ hour shifts from 11am to 2.30pm. You are able to pick which days best suit you and how many you would like to do each week/month. At the beginning of your shift you will be welcomed to site and provided with a branded coat. You will be given an opportunity to have a refreshment provided by us at your convenience during your shift. This is an interesting volunteer opportunity that will give you an opportunity to engage and deliver a service to our wide range of customers from local regular visitors to one-off global visitors all of whom are equally important to us.

The swimming session is dedicated to people with special needs, physical disabilities or anyone recovering from a stroke, injury or arthritis. There is no age limit, from youngsters to senior citizens. It is not necessary to be an expert swimmer but patience and empathy with the "clientele" is paramount. This is a very happy club and comments from present helpers would confirm that whatever input they make is doubly returned in enjoyment and satisfaction. Volunteers are expected to pay £1 each session upon arrival - this covers tea, coffee, biscuits and use of the pool.

Some of the roles a fundraising volunteer can become involved in include attending our fundraising events, attend charity collection days, carrying a collection bucket, selling raffle tickets or merchandise, looking after a stall, handing out flyers, selling refreshments etc. We're looking for open, friendly, reliable individuals with good communication skills and who have the confidence to interact with the public.

Forth Valley Advocacy (FVA) is looking for Volunteer Advocates for its independant service. FVA provides advocacy support for people with learning diabilities, mental health problems, dementia and acquired brain injury.Volunteer advocates aim to improve the life quality of clients by supporting them to attend meetings. Volunteers will also run a vital Advocacy Information Resource that can be accessed by colleages and clients.

You will help with the general office admin. Volunteers can also get involved with developing further strategies in response to Brexit casework. This is a good opportunity to volunteer in an informal environment while taking forward some major issues that affect not only the migrant community but also the local community as well.

The activities volunteers would deliver include Drumming, cooking sessions, costume showcasing, hair braiding, thought provoking games, and culture games. In addition to the above, other benefits that come with this project include: Improve teamwork and communication skills, building confidence, increase Cultural awareness and cohesion, create appreciation for diversity, therapeutic (Stress buster) Volunteers would also benefit and gain skills from delivering these sessions which would include Working with children, discovering their strengths and talents, meet new people, improve self confidence, learn through service, more into employment or a new career and lots more.

Garden work is carried out from spring to autumn - Usually March-October/November. The raised beds have spring bulbs flowering then during May/June they start planting the summer bedding plants. During the summer months the gardens requires weeding in some areas. Then at certain times plants and shrubs need to be cut back to keep the gardens tidy. Then general sweeping and tidying the paved areas. In the autumn the raised beds and gardens are tidied for the winter.Garden tools are supplied.

Come and join our amazing team at one of Scotland's top 5 star visitor attractions where you will have an opportunity to engage with visitors from all over the world and make their experience even better during our peak months of July and August. "Destination Helix", our in-house customer service training will be delivered as part of your induction. Volunteers welcome visitors and offer information about the Helix, as well as the surrounding area. This opportunity is great for individuals interested in developing a career in heritage and tourism or those who would just like to share their knowledge of the Falkirk, or wider Scotland areas.

This role will mainly involve welcoming visitors and directing them to the appropriate member of staff and answering a busy switchboard to a specific standard, redirecting calls to the appropriate member of staff and taking messages. As well as the above, the main duties of the receptionist will be to log the incoming mail and distribute to members of staff, collate and process the outgoing mail for disposing at the nearby post box and keep stock control of the stationery. Occasionally our meeting room is booked by external organisations/clients for which you will be required to set up the room and clear at the end of use. Other, general admin duties may also be required such as filing, copy-typing, data input and photocopying.

You will be working face to face with the public. The task will involve receiving payments, recording transactions on the computer system, handling member enquiries and processing new member applications. Relevant training is given but basic IT skills would be an advantage. Our service is saving and affordable lending. Credit unions are owned by their members and run by volunteers to provide an affordable and ethical financial service. We arrange for all volunteers who might come into contact with vulnerable service users to be PVG checked. Volunteers’ legitimate travel expenses are reimbursed.

The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity for the elderly, terminally ill owners and their pets. We need volunteers to help with short term fostering of pets when owners face a short spell in hospital - volunteers take pets into their own homes. All food, bowls etc will be supplied.

Braveheart helps and supports local people with heart problems and/or Type 2 diabetes move towards better lifestyles to improve their health and wellbeing. Fundraising is an essential part of providing this care and we are looking for people to help with our varied programme of events and activities.

The Sensory Centre aims to help people who have a sensory impairment live as independently as possible. It is a place where people with a visual or hearing loss, their friends, families, carers and the wider community can access quality services and advice from our partner organisations. A wide range of social activities are also available at the centre. We have specific opportunities for volunteers throughout the centre including: - drivers - sighted guides - cafe helpers - sensory garden assistants There is no need to have previous experience working with people who have a sensory impairment as appropriate training will be given where needed, including an introductino to sign language. All we ask is that you have great people skills and that you are willing to learn! You can commit from 3 hours a month with us, to several hours a week depending upon your availability. If you choose to volunteer for us, we will ensure that you are fully trained, which includes an induction and sight guide training. You will also have fantastic social opportunities, gain experience and skills, and a written reference if you require one for future employability.

Church of Scotland and Third Sector organisations are working in collaboration with Scottish Prison Service to support families of young people incarcerated in HMYOI Polmont.

If you hold a Diploma in Counselling then you could join our very busy, generic counselling service. As well as qualified counsellors we also currently have spaces for trainee counsellors in their final year of training. This service is available to people presenting with a broad range of problem issues therefore you will gain invaluable counselling skills experience. We currently offer sessions on weekdays and evenings. We provide counselling to people aged 14 and over and therefore there are also opportunities for those able to work with young people.

To take young people for games, activities, visits, teach about nature/woodlands/animals.

We are looking for someone who would like to help raise money for Kidney Kids by collecting on our behalf at supermarkets and stores. We would provide cans, clothing, a table to display merchandise and information about the charity. Collecting involves setting up in a store (usually by the front door) and standing or sitting with a can or bucket as members of the public come past. Often people will approach you looking to have a chat. We also hold a number of events throughout the year and would be grateful for assistance at these if the volunteer would be interested. Days vary, it could be one day a week, a fortnight or a month. We hold about 6 events throughout the year and we attend 2 agricultural shows in the summer months. We take a stand at Forth Valley Hospital 2 or 3 times a year and we also have fashion shows.

Fixers is a movement of young people tackling issues they feel strongly about to make a difference to others. Fixers’ are young people (16-25) who want to change things for the better. Many have been through difficult times, and have used that experience to campaign on issues that matter to them, like being homeless, domestic abuse, or drink and drug misuse. As part of their campaigns, and working with professional producers, they are creating some fantastic films, songs, music videos and other resources. Several have won awards. Fixers is now launching in Scotland and looking for inspirational young people with a story to tell or an issue they want to fix to make a difference to their community or to other young people.

Volunteers will support our group at the craft table or help choose music to play on the decks. We also play party game which is themed, e.g. beach party. Volunteers will also accompany members on occasional bowling night or movie night. Ideas for activities welcomed.

This is an exciting opportunity that can make a big difference to a wide range of people. The opportunity has a wide range of duties and are perfect for those looking to donate some of their time, brush up on some skills or gain experience for a future career. There is a wide range of duties which are shared amongst all volunteers, these can include the setup and tidying of the halls and the kitchen. However, the main duties based are around activity assistance. These activities can range from arts and crafts, games, puzzles, baking, finances to disco nights, buffets and much, much more. During these activities, not only will you be helping manage the activities, but some of the friends we have using the services can require monitoring, refereeing and management to ensure that the service runs smoothly and that all attendees are able to enjoy themselves. In addition, the organisation regularly hold outings and trips away. Whilst these are not essential for volunteers to attend, it is hoped that anyone thinking about helping us will love the service, our friends and our goals that they’d want to come with us. These trips can include a residential element and as such are perfect for those looking for one off events.

At Kids fun run we are looking for people to encourage kids in a positive manner on the route and as they finish their own run.There are a number of marshal points on both courses that require people to ensure participants are following the course correctly as well as encouraging them as they go. Marshals are asked to be friendly and supportive at all times.

Are you interested in capturing our local stories? Finding out more about history in the Falkirk area and meeting new people? Vounteer with the Great Place project to collect oral history interviews from residents across the district. Oral histories captured during the project will be used in a number of programmes, including contributing to a public database called "Our Stories" which will allow everyone to explore our local history and heritage. Our first oral history project in summer 2019 will explore "Industry Histories" - local stories of traditional work. Volunteers will research interviewees, prepare questions, conduct pre-interview meetings and recording sessions. They will then assist with preparing the materials for use in projects and for archiving. Volunteers will work in pairs and we request that all volunteers who complete the training commit to working on the full process for at least two interviews. The Great Place project is a district-wide, 2 year programme of activities celebrating the places, people, traditionas and industry of the Falkirk area with thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Manage and lead the operation of the Section. In particular, the planning and delivery of the Balanced Programme, with the help of Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and members of Scout Active Support as appropriate.

Executive Committee members contribute to the running of the Group, District or County/Area/Region, by providing administrative support, strategic direction, compliance with relevant legislation and completion of the duties set out in The Scout Association’s Policy, Organisation and Rules.

The kitchen assistant duties require someone to tidy up the kitchen and adhere to health and safety of Cook Safe

- Check/compile press reports for matches and highlight any more news worthy stories. - Advise how the club can be more proactive in dealings with local media. - Develop working relationships with local media - Liaise with club web and social media admin

At first you would be shadowing an experienced coach (mentor) and learning from them. Sessions would be planned by your mentor with you helping to deliver to our athletes, who are mostly aged 9 to 20 (though we do also have adult members) You can try this role for a few months to see if you enjoy it first. If you do, then you can commence formal coaching qualifications, where you would attend courses/workshops while still learning from your mentor. Any training costs would be met by the club (subject to criteria) and a personal plan would be agreed before commencing any qualification. This plan would then be reviewed at agreed periods. Main club nights are Tuesday/Thursday but other nights are available. Even if you can only give one night per week we will fit this opportunity your existing commitments. For further club deatils please vist www.falkirkvics.org.uk

Home Start Denny is recruiting parents to join our group of volunteers. Volunteers support vulnerable families in their own homes maintaining the dignity and confidentiality of the parents. Volunteers help families cope with the pressures they face and make a real difference to the lives of parents and children. You will make new friends and have lots of fun. You will develop new skills and have some wonderful experiences to add to your CV.

We need help with assisting to load and unload vehicles, sorting, cleaning and carrying out some refurbishing work; assisting in setting up displays and providing general help in the sorting area. Training can be given to volunteers who would like to try this. Some of the furniture items are heavy and require a degree of physical fitness but there are other tasks for those who are less able. Assistance may be needed with the collection from and delivery of items to customers’ homes.

Re-Union in Falkirk is a charity looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Bike Mentoring and Maintenance Volunteers. We would like volunteers to have a keen interest in bike mechanics, and preferably some experience of working on bikes. This does not have to be in paid capacity, a bike hobby is perfectly acceptable. We are looking for people who have the capacity to support and mentor others to learn how to maintain bikes. Our volunteers also get involved in leading other volunteers on cycle trips. Listed below are the attributes that we are looking for in a Bike Maintenance and Training Volunteer. Personal Qualities: • Friendly and approachable • Open-minded attitude • Willing to work within the organisation’s policies & procedures • Enthusiasm and support for the aims of Re-Union Canal Boats • Reliability and punctuality • Good attention to detail • Empathy – able to put yourself in other people’s shoes • Able to work with people from many backgrounds

Additional tasks include set up and clear away after each visit session, to promote healthy eating and to prepare and offer healthy snacks. Volunteers must also maintain confidentiality at all times. Church of Scotland and Third Sector organisations are working in collaboration with Scottish Prison Service to support families of young people incarcerated in HMYOI Polmont.

To work face to face with band members, support them in their personal learning and encourage involvement within the group setting. To support the participants in personal matters should they arise in agreement with the senior worker. To support the administration of the project, maintaining attendance registers and any other matters as directed by the senior worker. To assist in the setting up and clearing up of resources To maintain acceptable levels of discipline within the group, to challenge unacceptable behaviour and uphold the agreed group code of conduct.

Volunteers will be helping the elderly with different activities such as bingo, quizzies, board games and dominoes etc. Participants at the club receive lunch and tea/coffee etc so some help may be required within the kitchen area or to serve lunches. Socialising with the participants is essential so volunteers must be interested in the activity and caring.

- Learn how to shampoo - Take out rollers - Neutralise perms - Help to keep the salon clean & tidy - Sit and chat to the old people

Could you be a Walk Leader? Braveheart are currently recruiting volunteer walk leaders in the Falkirk area. They are looking for people over the age of 18 who are reasonably fit, like walking and enjoy meeting people. If you have a few spare hours per week and would like to encourage and support other people in walking their way to good health on our Braveheart walks, please get in touch. Full training and support will be given and this position requires volunteers to undergo a PVG check.

Braveheart is looking for an individual who shares the vision of Braveheart and who has the motivation to contribute their skills and experience in helping the organisation continue to meet the growing health needs of the people we work with. This is a particular opportunity for an individual with one of the following key skills and experience: * Individuals with a good understanding of current legal, governance and strategic finance matters, particularly in the voluntary or charity sector *Individuals who have worked or are working in a senior role in the voluntary, public or private sector As a Board member you will be expected to act in the interests of the Association and you will have oversight and responsibility for all aspects of Braveheart governance and strategy. Braveheart is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work and members will be appointed on merit. We welcome applications from people who will bring diversity to our Board of Trustees. Further information can be viewed on the Braveheart website at www.braveheart.uk.net

Young Carers Project can offer volunteers the opportunity to: Offer carers/young carers someone to spend time with Meet new people Enhance their CV Access training Learn new and develop existing skills Encourage personal development Participate in social activities

This is an opportunity for someone who would like to be involved in a supportive role for counsellors who help people experiencing difficulties in their intimate relationships. You would welcome each person as they arrive and put them at ease, liaise with counsellors and ensure time keeping is kept. You would play a vital role in this process.

To oversee cashflow, forcasting, outgoing expenses, financial risk management. work with the management team at headoffice to set annual budgets, monitor accutals against budgets. Ensure accounts are auditied appropriately and submitted to OSCR on time Attend Executive Committee meetings monthly and communicate financial position to the members. Meet with Strategic Manager monthly to prepare finance papers for the Executive meeting.

Marshalling events is a great way to get involved in The Helix and the events in your community. It is an important role because it allows everyone to enjoy The Helix whatever the reason for their visit be it to join in with an event or just take a walk in the park. Marshalls helps keep people safe by ensuring people know where they are going and sometimes not to go. Marshalls receive an induction before each event and then are expected to pass this information onto the public such as pointing our hazards, highlighting a route of a sporting event. Because of the variety of events we put on at the Helix some will be very large and busy others maybe quieter smaller events. You choose which events interest, suit your interests and availability. An added benefit to volunteering at events is that you will get to enjoy part or all of the event depending on what is happening on the day.

The Bumblebee Conservation Trust are accepting applications from people to carry out bumblebee surveys. Volunteers are required to establish a 1-2km fixed walking route in an area of their own choosing. This route must be walked once monthly between March and October and volunteers are asked to record the number of bumblebee individuals they observe on the recording sheets provided. Volunteers will be collecting important information on bumblebee populations which will contribute to the conservation of this much loved group of insects. What better way to spend a summer afternoon than beewalking for conservation?

Headway uses arts and craft as therapy as for people affected by a brain injury or stoke. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to help set up a programme of activities for our service users. We enjoy painting and card making and would like a volunteer to help support the group

Everyone who volunteers has every opportunity to experience all aspects of retail work. As a volunteer you can try different tasks including sorting, pricing, merchandising, cash handling and customer service. You will also make friends and feel really useful at the same time.

St Andrew's First Aiders have an opportunity to learn and develop new skills. Develop the ability to provide essential professional first aid services. Have the satisfaction of knowing that you're making a vital contribution to your own community.

The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity for the elderly, terminally ill and their pets. We provide help with day to day care of pets. We need volunteers to help with dog walking for elderly owners who cannot get out to walk them. You will pick up the dog from the owner, take them for a walk and return them after. Volunteers can download an application form from http://www.cinnamon.org.uk/pdf/full_vol_reg_form_2010.pdf or through your local volunteer centre.

- Helping customers were needed - Talking to customers - Filling shelves when something has been sold - Filling rails when required - Tidying rails and shelves - Keeping store neat and tidy at all times - Assisting at till in packing

Sorting clothes Maintaining rails Helping customers & keeping customers happy Making tea! Come in, help, be happy.....must be able to make tea!!!

We support young lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people aged 13-25. We are looking for youth workers to help at our groups which provide structured workshops for young people and an opportunity for them to bond with peers with similar experiences. The role would involve getting to know our young people and being a positive role model for them.

The opportunity entails speaking to members of the public, who are attending fun-days, gala days and other events, to let them know about Save a Staffie Scotland and what the charity does. Volunteers will also be required to sell tombola tickets and dog items to customers at these events. Volunteers will not be helping alone, they will be helping along with our current volunteers.

As part of the team within the Community Cafe, duties will include: *food preparation *cooking *serving members of the public *stock control *general cafe duties including housekeeping and cleaning Training opportunities may be made available to volunteers who have completed trial period.

Falkirk Adult Literacies Team are keen to hear from people interested in joining a team of Literacy Tutors who enable adults, free of charge, to improve their reading and writing. Tutors can make a significant difference to peoples' reading/writing skills levels and past tutors say it has helped them meet new people, make new friends, feel part of a group. They also report a high feel good factor when adults make good progress.

To support youth workers to provide a comfortable and welcoming safe environment for young people to experience new ideas and concepts, to learn new skills and have FUN. We value any talents and skills that you can bring with you.

The group look at various services within housing and make recommendation for improve, for example the panel thought we could improve the condition of our vacant properties prior to letting them, by stripping existing wall paper and décor (if it was in a poor condition) painting and plastering the walls, ready to be decorated. The group have also looked at our repairs services and made a number of recommendations.

This group of volunteers look at how Falkirk Council manages it's housing assets. This includes identifying land for new build properties, disposing of land and demolitions.

Forth Valley Disability Sport is a local charity based in Stirling who provide sporting opportunities to children, young people and adults with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. We operate throughout the Forth Valley area. Helping groups of participants to achieve the aims of the session, either practicing skills or playing games. Responsibilities would include: • Organising and supervising to ensuring the area and participants are safe. • Completing a register of those attending along with details of any particular needs and emergency information. • Being aware of any particular needs of the participants (i.e. level of fitness, medical conditions, physical, learning or sensory disabilities). • Following policy and procedures of Forth Valley Disability Sport including accident reporting, health and safety.

Volunteer drivers will come and volunteer in the warehouse for a few months so you can get to know the processes of the Foodbank. Drivers are required to have a full UK driving licence with no points. We have a van that volunteers will drive. You will be required to pack the van with food packages in preparation for delivering in the local community.

Relationships Scotland’s network provide relationship counselling, family mediation, child contact centres and other family support services across all of mainland and island Scotland. Our work supports individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship difficulties. Around 20,000 people have contact with our services each year. Relationship Scotland Forth Valley are looking for intake workers (IW's) to conduct an initial interview to find out information from clients about their counselling needs and what they hope to gain from counselling. The Intake Session is an integral part of the service we offer our clients - after the initial referral, the Intake Worker is the first face to face contact the client has with our organisation. It is crucial therefore, that the interview is conducted within the guidelines. Intake interviews are not counselling sessions and at no time (despite levels of experience) should you engage in this way with the clients. The IW should conduct the interview as information gathering. Part of your role will be to ensure the room is prepared to welcome clients and put them at ease. The interview will consist of a conversation to gather vital information such as: - checking that the paperwork sent out the the original appointment has been read, understood and signed where necessary (such as suggested donations, Gift Aid, Evaluation and Confidentiality Statement) - taking and recording donations, and agreeing future donations. It is not necessary to take donations from clients who are unemployed, on benefits etc. All other clients should be encouraged to contribute. - discussing the confidentiality policy fully - explaining waiting times for appointments - understanding why the each partner is seeking counselling For this role, you will need to liaise with the receptionist to ensure all appointments are recorded, including future appointments made. You will also work with the counsellors, to ensure you provide them with the information from your intake sessions. You will also undertake training, and familiarise yourself with relevant organisational policies and procedures to ensure you adhere by these. To carry out this role you will need to: - conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times - Treat both partners from each couple equally - ability to support clients in a non-judgemental, genuine and accepting way - a basic level counselling qualification and relevant experience

At Blossom we collect and recycle school uniforms. We strongly believe that all children should have access to affordable, good quality school uniforms. Children being children there is a fair amount of slightly damaged clothes. As a green company we do not like to see anything go to waste. We are looking for creative keen individuals to up cycle these clothes and create products to sell on our website. This is an opportunity to really get those creative juices flowing, we do provide patterns etc. Funds are used to support lone parents and low income families.

Friends of Tremanna is a newly established charity set up to raise funds for young people who live in and how have previously lived in Tremanna children’s home in Falkirk. The aim of the charity is to raise funds to allow young people who have moved on from Tremanna and young people who live in Tremanna have the best possible outcomes in live and have funds available to allow them to achieve this. We are looking to recruit an individual who has experience of writing and submitting funding application and experience of the application process. You will join the board of Friends of Tremanna and will be committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for young people who have care experience. You will be confident in the funding application process and be able to work within deadlines to complete and submit applications as agreed by the board. The board consists of a range of practitioners across the sector who have a wealth of knowledge in the issues affecting young people who have been looked after.

This is an opportunity for people who like being with other people and learning from them. If you are interested in learning about other cultures and countries while helping people to integrate into life here and learn to speak, read and write English, if you are easy going with a good sence of humour then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Working alongside a group tutor to help adult learners develop their English language skills. Help them to take full control of their lives and help them to help their children too. After initial training you will be matched into a group at a time, day and place to suit you. There will be a group tutor who will have overall responsibility for the group and possibly one or more other volunteer tutor assistants. The aim of the groups is to help learners develop their English language skills depending on their needs and goals. Each learner has a goal that they are working towards, maybe to find a job, help their children with school, pass an exam, go to the doctor without a translator, become naturalised as a British citizen. The training consisits of one session a week for six weeks. You will learn about some basic language teaching techniques, cultural differencies, language differencies to name but a few. During the training you will have the opportunity to visit a group and meet some of our learners. At the endof the course you will be asked to secide if you are going to continue to volunteer in a group or not. Once matched into a group you will be expected to attend one group once a week for a minimum of 2 terms. Of course, some of our volunteers come to 2 or more groups and from our point of view that is great but we do appreciate that not everybody can give that amout of time. We cannot run our groups and give the learners the support they need without volunteer tutor assistants.

Bounce Higher is a children and family support programme, working as part of the wider social outreach from St Andrews Church, Bo'ness. An opportunity has arisen to join our team of volunteers to assist in the running of the toddlers group. The groups run twice a week on a Wednesday and Friday morning, providing a place for parents and caregivers to meet with their children in a supportive and friendly environment. Volunteer responsibilities include: • Setting up the hall for the group • Snack preparation for toddlers (tea and coffee is available for parents who will volunteer to prepare this themselves) • Overseeing the running of the group, chatting with parents and interacting with the children • Clean up after group • Cash handling • Reporting to Bounce Higher Children and Families Worker This volunteering opportunity would suit someone with a background in childcare or knowledge of child development, child protection and the safeguarding of children.

To be part of the overall group dynamic. The minibus journey is an important part of the group time. All the children enjoy the minibus journey and usually value the time to talk to volunteers supporting the journey. To be part of the Bounce Higher team to support children's work, namely children who are socially disadvantaged with multiple adversities such as poverty, poor parenting and living in isolation.

We are looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working with children and young people. They will work alongside our highly experienced and qualified football coaches to provide quality football coaching sessions in a fun and friendly environment. Volunteers will get the opportunity to attend the Falkirk Football Community Foundation in service training days that will provide them with the practical experience of delivering football coaching sessions that will increase their confidence, experience and give them the skills to deliver coaching sessions the falkirk way.

This opportunity offers experience in working with children and young adults. We require fun loving individuals who are prepared to be tolerant and understanding of the childrens needs, to allow them to learn in a safe environment. We have a range of activities from crafts to baking, imaginative play to computer and physical activities to quiet time in the sensory room. Outings to various settings and the opportunity to partake in various outdoor activities like horse riding and ski-ing. We look for people who preferrably have experience with children with ASD, ideally suit students studying childcare social care or psychology related subjects. This is a great opportunity to develop skills and access training courses and develop a career in a childcare setting.

The volunteer will be helping us with our paperwork and also the day to day updating on the computer, this will include printing photos and forms etc. The volunteer will also be around children and forming relationships with families.

The job needs people interested in becoming a leader/helper and learning Scouting skills/camping/sports, teaching Scout work and organising trips/visits.

Leading our U9s Girls Team and taking coaching twice a week and either Saturday/Sunday morning for matches. The opportunity is to develop a group of 12 P2/3 girls through the player pathway from 4-a-sides to 7-a-sides and support the building of a successful girls programmes at the younger age groups and grow our presence, as a club, within the girls game.

Volunteers will be required to accompany local firefighters and community safety officers. The volunteer will shadow the community safety, they will visit residents and carry out home safety checks.

RVS are currently looking for volunteers for their onward service. This involves going into the ward and interacting with patients, playing games, chatting, café visits – on a whole to make the patient stay that bit more enjoyable.

Do you want to make a difference to the safety and wellbeing of children in Scotland? Do you have the time and commitment to work directly with children in schools? If so, this could be for you. The role involves presenting child protection awareness assemblies and interactive workshops to primary school aged children. You do not need any previous formal training or experience with children as we will provide you with extensive training and support. You must have good communication skills and be committed to the equality and empowerment of children, be proactive and willing to learn. We are looking for people who can commit to delivering the service into at least 10 local primary schools over the course of one year. You will need to be available within usual school times (9am -3pm) and be willing to take part in an application, interview, training and assessment programme. All applications are made online. Please visit www.nspcc.org.uk/schoolsservice for more details.

We would like to tell you about an exciting opportunity to work with an events and fundraising team throughout Forth Valley. This unique opportunity gives you a chance to utilise and develop your sales, marketing, customer service, planning and organisational skills.

We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who enjoys being around children and who will involve themselves in play in all areas of our playroom. The volunteer will be an important part of the children's day and look at you as an important role model.

Driver to drive minibus when required.

Volunteer Drivers are needed to support our more isolated service users to attend our various social groups within the centre as well as some external appointments. We are looking for a reliable, friendly and approachable volunteer who is willing to support service users using their own vehicle. Experience of sign language and/or sighted guide would be useful, although training will be given.

Aberlour Family Support Centre – Langlees helps families by building confidence in parents and offering lots of fun for little ones. What will I be doing? • Creating a fun, usable, safe gardening space • Help to create a usable garden space for activities • Grass cutting, tree/ bush pruning, clearing leaves, weeding, planting and creating outdoor features • Creating a safe and innovative garden space to enable children and families to have fun.

The Active Schools Team works with primary and secondary aged children. Throughout the year we run a number of events from a 2 hour Netball festival, morning Cross Countries, Dance events, P6 Athletics to the P7 Big School Games and many more. To help ensure the smooth running of these events we require volunteers to carry out a number of roles, from supervising children to marshalling events and even admin tasks. We would provide the necessary training and will utilise skills that volunteers already have.

Various Volunteering opportunities available for people who are mature in their thinking.

Our mentor volunteers provide invaluable support in assisting the project managers in delivering the projects on-site, each week. We work with young people outside doing practical conservation activities. The young people involved may well have learning difficulties in addition to no or limited practical work experience. Young volunteers will be required to maintain a record of their work and progress and may need help with reading or writing. Although the programme is focused on practical conservation/landscaping-type work, our mentors do not need any prior experience. More importantly we looking are looking for patience, an interest in the outdoors and a willingness to help and support our young people.

Working within a small group helping to raise money for the benefit of the patients in Strathcarron Hospice. Meeting a wide spectrum of different people, job satisfaction without pressure as it is your spare time helping others.

Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else. It can also be an incredible opportunity to enhance your own life and build new skills to help your personal and career development. Young people living with Cystic Fibrosis can face a variety of challenges that disadvantage them socially, financially and in the workplace. Their restrictions on their lifestyle can leave them isolated and sometimes struggling to cope. 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 their fears and grow their self- esteem. In some cases the client will be increasing their confidence and coping skills for independent living.

Laurieston Tennis Club are looking for a Senior Representative that will represent the views of all senior members at the committee meetings. The representative will attend various groups within the Tennis Club to speak with the members to get their views to then be able to relay these back to the board at the monthly committee meetings. There is a ladies group on Tuesday evenings, a mixed group on Wednesday evening and a group on Fridays. Volunteers are able to attend these groups every week if they wish but this is not necessary.

Volunteers will assist the tennis coach with the organisation, development and implementation of delivering the junior coaching night. The volunteer will develop effective interaction with the juniors and their parents, assist in teaching tennis skills, aiding the personal and social development of the children at the tennis club. Tennis season is from April - October. There are two groups: * Under 10s (Monday 6.30 - 7.30pm) *10-18s (Monday 7.30 - 9pm).

The treasurer's tasks include preparing the annual budget, planning the clubs financial future in conjunction with the committee, regularly monitoring of revenue and expenditure and all banking required. Further to this, membership forms are kept by the treasurer and statistical information is presented to the committee by the treasurer.

Al Masaar provide opportunities for mothers who are new to Falkirk and within the ethnic minority community to learn and develop new skills. We have a room set up for crèche use complete with toys and activities - we just need you! Our project, Wee Steps, is a mothers and babies/toddlers group, where we support and nurture mothers. Whilst they are developing their skills, we need a reliable and friendly person to look after and engage the children with activities. This is a great opportunity to get experience with children whose first language may not be English. Within our group, there are currently no children with additional support needs, but they vary in age from 0 to 3 years old. Our group runs every Wednesday from 12.30 to 2pm, but we wouldn't need someone every week- the volunteering opportunity would be subject to what activities we have on. We mostly aim to do activities with the children, but sometime a little helping hand is needed.

Addiewell Visitor's Centre is designed to offer visitors to Addiewell somewhere where they can relax and take some time to themselves. The main aim of the centre is to provide this calm, safe environment and over time build positive relationships with visitors to Addiewell. We respond to any issues or problems they may have and endeavour to empower them to find a solution through our own service/helpline and family support workers, or signposting them to other organisations who can assist them. We are constantly striving to adapt the service to their needs. We are keen to involve all organisations to assist us in this and encourage other agencies to come in to our centre and reach out to our service users. We work closely with HMP Addiewell to meet our aims and work in partnership to ensure a well-rounded and professional service.

Someone to join our team of volunteers, who is friendly and would become part of the team. Sorting, pricing and steaming donated stock and perhaps train on our till. Someone who would be friendly to customers, helpful and reliable.

Helping us in The Sanctuary you will become part of our team, you will have the opportunity to receive spiritual readings as our mediums are always looking for practice. You will also have the opportunity to receive spiritual healings and much much more.

This is an ideal opportunity to give back to the community and have fun working with young people while improving key skills including communication, leadership and mediation. By volunteering for Falkirk Council you will be offered extensive training opportunities and the chance to volunteer at a time that suits you. The volunteer opportunities vary from large Youth Clubs to more intensive group work.

This group is consulted when Falkirk Council are proposing a change to the housing services they provide. This could be an increase in the weekly rental charge for our properties, the local Housing Strategy and most recently the changing role of the neighbourhood officer. The agenda is formed by both staff and tenants.

To provide good customer service. Volunteers must be motivated to deal with a busy retail environment. The role involved will be merchandising of sock, sorting of donations received, steaming clothes and processing Gift Aid.

Volunteer would collect donations from Greggs High Street and Lint Riggs. Arriving at approx.5.20pm ( shop closes at 5.30pm). After collection the donations are then taken back to the office and refrigerated. Requires someone who can manage the responsibility of being a keyholder.

Volunteer required most mornings (Mon-Thurs) to collect from Camelon Tesco Express and Falkirk Retail Park Tesco at 8am to drop off at FVCF CIC office for 830am.

The opportunity includes the chance to: - Grow the follower numbers and post reach of the club's social media channels - Collate and communicate all upcoming events/fixtures/results & activities for the club via social media and local press - Update website newsfeed with club news - Ensure national coverage of the club through other organisations are communicated through our own social media channels i.e. Youth Football Scotland - Help explore and take opportunities to engage with other local organisations by actively marketing the club - Profile existing club members, players, coaches, teams to fully engage the membership through coverage - Grow the club brand, with success being measured through increased membership numbers & advocacy of existing members

Volunteers will be able to take part in a range of practical activities which would include tree planting, path work, drystone walling, invasives work and removal of tree saplings.

The reception duties are key to the successful running of the centre. It includes answering the phone, making appointments and contacting people who use the centre.

Our new GOGA programme we are seeking motivated volunteers to join our team. Our three main activities for this programme are walking, cycling and swimming. Here are some ways you can get involved in this fantastic new project: • Walk Leading- train to be a walk leader and lead low level walks throughout the community for care groups, day centre or school children. Enjoy some fresh air and chit chat along the walk. All walks will be planned and risk assessed by GOGA Lead Officer. • Cycle Leader- complete a cycle leader training course and lead supported cycles throughout the community. Help build individuals confidence and independence to ride a bike for the first time. All cycle routes will be planned and risk assessed by GOGA Lead Officer. • Swimming Coach/ Support- perhaps you would like to complete a swimming qualification to help support or coach young girls or women to build their confidence in the water and learn to swim. • Event Volunteer- FVDS run regional events for various different sports, you may wish to come along and support on the day or even referee. Full training, equipment and clothing are supplied free of charge through Forth Valley Disability Sport. Volunteers are subject to full disclosure check.