Woodcraft Folk are currently running three groups in Camelon. These are all Elfin groups for children age 6 to 9 ; Carmuirs Elfins runs at Carmuirs Primary School from 3 to 4:30pm on Mondays. Easter Carmuirs Elfins runs at Easter Carmuirs Primary between 5:30 and 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Tamfourhill Elfins runs at Tamfourhill Community Hall between 6 and 7pm on Thursday evenings. Groups meet term time but may organise daytrips and camps in school holidays. Our groups aim to develop children and young people's confidence and awareness of the world. We promote big ideas like equality, co-operation and environmental sustainability through fun activities. We do a wide range of activities including games, craft, exploring nature, bushcraft, drama, discussions and songs. As well as weekly group nights we take part in day events and camps with groups from across Scotland. If you are interested in joining our friendly team of volunteers please get in touch with Clare Ritchie, New Groups Project Co-ordinator by emailing clare.ritchie@woodcraft.org.uk or phoning 07421 745780. We will provide induction information, taster sessions and training opportunities.

Woodcraft Folk are currently running three groups in Camelon. These are all Elfin groups for children age 6 to 9 ; Carmuirs Elfins runs at Carmuirs Primary School from 3 to 4:30pm on Mondays. Easter Carmuirs Elfins runs at Easter Carmuirs Primary between 5:30 and 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Tamfourhill Elfins runs at Tamfourhill Community Hall between 6 and 7pm on Thursday evenings. Groups meet term time but may organise daytrips and camps in school holidays. Our groups aim to develop children and young people's confidence and awareness of the world. We promote big ideas like equality, co-operation and environmental sustainability through fun activities. We do a wide range of activities including games, craft, exploring nature, bushcraft, drama, discussions and songs. As well as weekly group nights we take part in day events and camps with groups from across Scotland. If you are interested in joining our friendly team of volunteers please get in touch with Clare Ritchie, New Groups Project Co-ordinator by emailing clare.ritchie@woodcraft.org.uk or phoning 07421 745780. We will provide induction information, taster sessions and training opportunities.

Woodcraft Folk are currently running three groups in Camelon. These are all Elfin groups for children age 6 to 9 ; Carmuirs Elfins runs at Carmuirs Primary School from 3 to 4:30pm on Mondays. Easter Carmuirs Elfins runs at Easter Carmuirs Primary between 5:30 and 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Tamfourhill Elfins runs at Tamfourhill Community Hall between 6 and 7pm on Thursday evenings. Groups meet term time but may organise daytrips and camps in school holidays. Our groups aim to develop children and young people's confidence and awareness of the world. We promote big ideas like equality, co-operation and environmental sustainability through fun activities. We do a wide range of activities including games, craft, exploring nature, bushcraft, drama, discussions and songs. As well as weekly group nights we take part in day events and camps with groups from across Scotland. If you are interested in joining our friendly team of volunteers please get in touch with Clare Ritchie, New Groups Project Co-ordinator by emailing clare.ritchie@woodcraft.org.uk or phoning 07421 745780. We will provide induction information, taster sessions and training opportunities.

Stenhousemuir FC's is a professional football club with the community at its heart. The Club is looking to recruit new people to help with the upkeep of Ochilview Park and Stadium. We require hands on individuals who can turn their hand to whatever needs done around the facility. Volunteers receive a free season ticket to attend Warriors home games for free.

Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it. Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails/shelves are visually appealling and tidy. Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills. If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering.

As an Online Peer Support Volunteer, you will provide email support on a one-to-one basis to young people with an eating disorder, aged between 12-25 years old. All of our Online Peer Support Volunteers have recovered from their own eating disorder and are aged between 18 – 35 years old. You will be trained in how to offer support and guidance, as well as how to manage boundaries. All contact will be moderated by Beat staff as everyone’s safety is our priority. The service will require you to commit to 1-2 hours per week, comprising of sending 1-3 emails within this time frame. The maximum length of time someone can receive this support is one year, however we would welcome your commitment in supporting others over the duration of this contract.

Are you a friendly person who enjoys meeting lots of new people? Why not become the welcoming face of the Forth Environment Link Community Hub? Forth Environment Link are looking for volunteers who would like to staff the welcome desk and be the first point of call for people coming into the building. You would deal with face to face queries, answer the phone and help the team with some administration tasks. Ideally, a small team of volunteers would work together to cover the reception hours of 1030-330 Wed/Thurs/Fri, we would be happy to have a chat about how your availability could fit with the role.

Forth Environment Link are looking for enthusiastic, experienced gardeners who would be interested in helping to develop our community garden and becoming Gardening Team Leaders. Are you an experienced gardener who enjoys working with others and sharing your knowledge. Join FEL and help to create a community kitchen garden.

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading specialist dementia charity working to improve the lives & opportunities of everyone affected by dementia. Our aim is that nobody faces dementia alone. This role involves supporting individuals who attend our day care facility to participate in activities of their choosing, assisting with day to day running of the day care, for example, setting and clearing tables for lunch, assisting with dishes and other tasks as required to assist with the smooth running of the day. To carry out this role, you will need patience, empathy, good communication skills, and the understanding and application of confidentiality of service user’s details are all essential skills as is ability to work in a team using own initiative with the ability to take direction. We promote independence within an individual’s ability as this is important to retain skills.

We need volunteers to help with the general upkeep of the hall, light maintenance jobs and someone who could do odd DIY jobs. Also looking for someone who could open/close the hall for bookings.

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.

We are looking for someone who can devote 2/3 hours per week to promote our Cardiac Rehab Club. Maintain charity website with information, photographs and links to and from social media.

Our events volunteers gain experience in events management, environmental education and public engagement. Jupiter's events tend to be around 2 hours long and will focus on a theme such as 'brilliant butterflies', 'captivating creepy crawlies' or 'phenomenal pond-life'! Most events are targeted at children but we do run events for adults as well. Our events run most weeks through the year but there is no need to commit to every event. Please get in touch if you would like to get involved!

The Friends of Kinneil are a friendly, dedicated and award winning group who are passionate about the historic and natural heritage at Kinneil and the surrounding area. We need a wide range of volunteer skills to continue and support our work to develop and promote Kinneil House, museum, estate, foreshore and nature reserve in Bo'ness. If you are interested in the fascinating history of the local area, in meeting people and organising events or in natural history and conservation then this charity is for you!

The Friends of Kinneil are a friendly, dedicated and award winning group who are passionate about the historic and natural heritage at Kinneil and the surrounding area. We need a wide range of volunteer skills to continue and support our work to develop and promote Kinneil House, museum, estate, foreshore and nature reserve in Bo'ness. If you are interested in the fascinating history of the local area, in meeting people and organising events or in natural history and conservation then this charity is for you!

Supporting activities for primary school children in sport at lunchtime and after school clubs. Volunteers get involved by taking a register, assisting the coaches with delivering the activities or leading the activity sessions (optional). Being part of this initiative helps give young children the chance to participate in various sport/recreation activities whilst encouraging a healthier lifestyle and social interaction with their peers. 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.

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

Museum Assistants do not need railway knowledge:their role 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 role. Why not help us to keep our railway heritage alive? 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.

The Friends of Kinneil are a friendly, dedicated and award winning group who are passionate about the historic and natural heritage at Kinneil and the surrounding area. We need a wide range of volunteer skills to continue and support our work to develop and promote Kinneil House, museum, estate, foreshore and nature reserve in Bo'ness. If you are interested in the fascinating history of the local area, in meeting people and organising events or in natural history and conservation then this charity is for you!

Do you have an interest in Radio then why not join Radio Royal today? We always need volunteers to help in a wide variety of jobs. Presenting programmes, producing new programmes, IT, engineering, ward visiting, record library work, publicity and fund raising are all important to keeping us 'on air'.

The role will involve researching for content to include in a monthly newsletter. The content should be relevant and appeal to members of U3A. The volunteer will agree in advance with the committee regarding the type of content be used. Once approval has been given, he/she will have the responsibility to finalise editorial content for publishing within agreed timescales.

Volunteers have the opportunity to experience all aspect of running a charity shop. Work includes sorting donations, pricing stock, setting out shop displays, keeping the shop clean and tidy and dealing with customer enquiries. Training can be given for the till and the end of day cashing up.

We have a full job decsription avaiable on request but the key areas are as follows: • Lead and direct the Association’s work • Promote and uphold the Association’s values • Controlling the Association’s affairs and ensuring compliance • Set and monitor standards for service delivery and performance • Reviewing key performance areas such as finance, service provision • Reviewing and approving the Association’s policies & strategies • Making major financial decisions about the use of the Association’s resources • Overseeing the way the Association manages risk • Acting as the employer of the Association’s staff

Contribute to the growth of this small charity which has the potential to expand in providing support to vulnerable, disadvantaged families in the Forth Valley region. You will take our share our vision on inclusion and aims to provide opportunities to develop empowerment in young people and families and use your experience and expertise to help lead us into our next stage of growth to increase our impact. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can help with the planning and execution of further opportunities as well keeping our established services thriving. The secretary will work with our existing partners and establish new ones who will share our values and bring more opportunities to our members.

Kersiebank Community Project are looking for people who has a few hours to spare and are keen to make a difference in their local area to join their committee.

Kersiebank Community Project are looking for volunteers to make up food parcels prior to the food bank opening and help manage food donations.

Stenhousemuir FC's Warriors in the Community is nationally recognised as one of the best football programmes in Scotland. By joining the club you will receive support, mentoring and guidance from full-time coaching staff to help you develop your coaching skills and gain fantastic experience. The club will also pay for you to complete coaching qualifications in return for your voluntary commitment.

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.

Volunteers will share information about local history and natural heritage to groups and individuals through share during outdoor activities existing walking and cycling programmes across the Falkirk area. Volunteers will help to develop 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 (e.g. 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.

Forth Valley Disability Sport provides sporting opportunities to children, young people and adults with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. Volunteers will help participants to achieve their aims of the session, either practicing skills or playing games. Duties include helping to organise and supervise the area and participants, completing a register of those attending along with details of any particular needs and emergency information and being aware of the needs of the participants (i.e. level of fitness, medical conditions, physical, learning, sensory disabilities).

to support the activities within the Section. In particular, the planning and delivering 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.

Cowdenhill Community Centre is an important asset in Bo'ness, appreciated by the local community and is run by a vibrant group of volunteers. We are looking for people of all ages and abilities to join the committee and help in the smooth running of the Community Centre.

We need someone to help us with our website and other IT support.

No special license is required to drive the minibus. Locally around Bo'ness. there will be 2 volunteers on the bus who will assist the members on and off the vehicle.

The role involves helping our cook/manager with the food preparation for our Drop Inn service meal. We cater for 50 people Monday- Friday: Helping to prepare food for Drop In service (veg/salads etc) Washing up- pots, pans and dishes used in the kitchen as required. Assisting in the general cleaning in the kitchen as required. Participating in the updating of kitchen records/requirements Food hygiene and health and safety to be considered at all times

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

We are looking for a volunteer to support our outreach group that meets monthly in Stirling. Transport will be provided from the Sensory Centre in Falkirk to Stirling. The group is a social group for people with sight loss who meet to support each other and take part in a variety of activities, listen to speakers, go on outings etc. Activities include quizzes, talks, music, lunches e.g. Burns lunch etc. - support the group to organise monthly meetings - engage service users in conversation - escorting on the minibus - assisting people on and off the minibus - helping to provide light refreshments - act as a sighted guide for outings (training will be given) - assist with any transport arrangements or issues.

To assist in planning and facilitating issue-based group work activities which support LGBT young people to improve confidence and self-esteem, and increase skills and knowledge. To provide support and referral options to LGBT young people who need additional support or specialised services. To monitor and record all work with young people. To carry out such other duties as deemed appropriate and known to be within the competence of the volunteer, and agreed by the team leader.

Throughout clinics in Falkirk, our Footcare Volunteers perform a basic foot health check with each client before cutting and/or filing toenails. NHS Forth Valley provide the training, through formal sessions and shadowing while FV Tope Toes supports the volunteers. Forth Valley Top Toes provides a volunteer based personal foot care service for older and disabled people. Good foot care can reduce the risk of falls and improve health and well being among vulnerable older people.

Are you interested in capturing local stories, finding out more about history in the Falkirk area and meeting new people? Then volunteer with the Great Place project and help us to collect oral history interviews from residents across the district. Volunteers will meet with interviewees, prepare questions, conduct pre-interview meetings, host recording sessions and 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 oral histories captured during the project will contribute to "Our Stories" database 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. 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.

Come along and be part of the team at this year's Fireworks Display in Callendar Park and help us raise money to make sure this annual event continues on next year. You will be tasked with a collection can taking donations from event goers. The Fireworks Display in Callendar Park is a fantastic event with people of all ages attending, enjoying not just the fireworks but all of the other activities happening in the park. We are looking for fun, friendly and outgoing people to help us raise vital funds to ensure that the annual Fireworks display in Callendar Park can continue to happen keeping the Falkirk area the safest area to be on fireworks night. As volunteers you will have the opportunity to watch the fireworks as well.

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 are assisting in the activities and encouraging our friends to participate. Activities include 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 holds outings and trips away. Volunteers are invited to come along and support our friends on the trips.

Citizen's Advice understand that everyone can, at some point in their life, face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. At Denny CAB we believe no one should have to face these problems without good quality, independent advice. That’s why we’re here: to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem. Volunteer Advisors will interview clients in person, or sometimes by phone or e-mail and provide relevant information to clients, explaining their choices, offering practical help by writing letters, making phone calls and helping fill in forms. Volunteer Advisers will be professional, observing confidentiality and adhering to all the organisation’s protocols and procedures.

Contribute to the growth of this small charity which has the potential to expand in providing support to vulnerable, disadvantaged families in the Forth Valley region. You will share our vision on inclusion and aims to provide opportunities to develop empowerment in young people and families and use your experience and expertise to help lead us into our next stage of growth to increase our impact.

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.

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.

Could you spend regular time with a child, sharing a hobby or activity on a weekly basis? If you have a genuine interest in the well being of children and live in the Langlees / Falkirk area then we would love to hear from you. Aberlour Family Support Centre – Langlees helps families by building confidence in parents and offering lots of fun for children.

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

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.

Volunteer Escorts are needed to support our more isolated service users to attaend 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 on various methods of public transport. Experience of sign language and/or sighted guide would be useful, although training will be given.

Volunteers will be required to support group members to organise meetings, including the arrangements of guest speakers. To serve tea, coffee etc. To engage service users in conversation, offering a listening ear and assist the group to plan to meet a variety of needs and interests. To act as sighted guide / communication support whilst on group outings.

Assist the boys with the evening events of sport's, crafts, activities, supervise activities accompany with others the boys' to events and activities, taking as much or as little leadership as you wish. Fundraising/organising of events, promote your own interest, to allow the boys' all round knowledge with your help.

By volunteering your wheels, you can take a client to a health appointment, to the shops, to see family or friends or maybe even a social or lunch club or even getting a haircut.

Volunteers have the opportunity to experience all aspect of running a charity shop. Work includes sorting donations, pricing stock, setting out shop displays, keeping the shop clean and tidy and dealing with customer enquiries. Training can be given for the till and the end of day cashing up.

Meet and Greet Volunteers welcome our clients to the clinic and take them through the appointment checklist. They then show the client through to the Personal Footcare Volunteer who will cut and file their toenails.. When the appointment is finished the Meet and Greet Volunteer will receive and record cash donations while also arranging return appointments. Forth Valley Top Toes provides a volunteer based personal foot care service for older and disabled people. Good foot care can reduce the risk of falls and improve health and well being among vulnerable older people.

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

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.

To manage and lead the activities within the Section. In particular, planning and delivering the Balanced Programme, with the help of Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and members of Scout Active Support.

Our volunteers work both within our busy furniture store based in Stenhousemuir, and also assist within the daily operational running of our Luton vans, out and about Central Scotland, uplifting and delivering donated items of furniture.

The role of the Volunteer Gardener is to maintain the garden around the CAB offices making it an inviting place to come into. Citizen's Advice understand that everyone can, at some point in their life, face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. At Denny CAB we believe no one should have to face these problems without good quality, independent advice. That’s why we’re here: to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem. Duties carried out by the Volunteer Gardeners are: grass cutting, maintaining the planter tubs, creating bug hotels and other small wildlife attractions as well as general tidy up and maintenance.

The role involves updating content and maintenance of our existing website and developing it further to meet the future needs of the organisation. As the electronic communication point of contact, the volunteer will be responsible for emailing invites to members to attend monthly meetings. We are keen to explore the potential use of different social media platforms, the volunteer will have the responsbility to look into this further.

After initial training you will be matched to a group at a time, day and place to suit you. The group tutor will have overall responsibility for the group and your role will be 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 consists of one session a week for six weeks. You will learn about some basic language teaching techniques, cultural and language differences to name but a few. During the training you will have the opportunity to visit a group and meet some of our learners. We cannot run our groups and give the learners the support they need without volunteer tutor assistants.

The Craft & Design Studio is a place you can come to learn to sew, knit and make jewellery or just spend a couple of hours with people who enjoy to do crafts like you do. The craft Studio has an aim of tackling social inclusion, offering training in arts and crafts, and provides an opportunity to showcase work created by class attendees. They are looking for someone who has great competency and confidence in practical sewing to take a small kids class on a Saturday morning as well as be involved in activities on a Wednesday and/or Thursday (10am - 3pm).

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

To take accurate minutes of our monthly meetings and send to Secretary and Convenor for reading. This is an interesting opportunity where you will learn a lot about your local community, its needs and how we can help.

The Active Schools Team works with primary and secondary aged children. Throughout the year we run a number of events such as Netball Festivals,Cross Countries, Dance Events, P6 Athletics and P7 Big School Games . 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 will provide the necessary training and will utilise skills that volunteers already have.

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

Braveheart Association is looking for new volunteers to support their weekly and monthly walks across the Falkirk District. Walks, have been agreed in advance, are in and around the community and can last from 30mins to 1.5 hours. Some walks happen each week while there are also monthly walks. Braveheart Association aims to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals throughout the community and supports people with long term health conditions, sensory impairments, and mental health to become more physically and socially active in their communities.

Forth Environment Link are hosting monthly community meals which are open to all (donation appreciated but not essential). We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in joining the team to help with these. Depending on your interests and skills you could either get involved with cooking or helping with serving and chatting to people attending.

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.

A caring person with the ability to listen who has a few hours to spare would be ideal for this volunteering opportunity. Full training is provided including recognising boundaries, listening and communication skills, supporting people through loss, grief and bereavement, helping people to think ahead, hand massage and relaxation. Regular support sessions offer a chance to share stories with other volunteers. Individual support is also available. Out of pocket expenses are reimbursed. This is an opportunity to help a person or family at a time of great difficulty. Current volunteers find it a very rewarding thing to do.

To join our small team of volunteers every second Wednesday afternoon to provide an enjoyable and stimulating meeting for our club members who are aged from around 60 to over 90. We need help with: Setting up and clearing up the hall. Assist with preparing and serving a snack or occasional lunch. Contributing ideas/suggestions for new menus. Interact with the group members. Feedback any observations to the committee e.g. food or talk going well or not so well, new members needing help to settle in. Offer solutions to the committee and where appropriate help implement i.e. take ownership with support. Share knowledge and talents eg IT skills, musical talent or public speaking.

Contribute to the growth of this small charity which has the potential to expand in providing support to vulnerable, disadvantaged families in the Forth Valley region. You will take our share our vision on inclusion and aims to provide opportunities to develop empowerment in young people and families and use your experience and expertise to help lead us into our next stage of growth to increase our impact. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can help with the planning and execution of further opportunities as well keeping our established services thriving. The chair will work with our existing partners and establish new ones who will share our values and bring more opportunities to our members.

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 a crèche 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.

Volunteers required to help plant and maintain the community garden at Kersiebank Community Project.

Running a successful Barnardo's store requires a great team of enthusiastic volunteers and you could be a part of it. Our retail assistants are trained to undertake a wide range of activities such as serving customers, taking receipt of stock donations from the public and merchandising stock to make our rails visually appealling and tidy. Volunteering with us in retail will provide a great opportunity to build upon your communication, team working and customer service skills. If you also have a particular skill or interest, our teams would be delighted to discuss how we could help you utilise your interests in store. Whatever your talents, please do share with us and pop into your local store to enquire about volunteering. To see all opportunities to volunteer within Barnardo's, you can visit our website at www.barnardos.org.uk/volunteering.

Forth Valley Lions Club are a community service organisation, and a subsidiary of a local branch of an international organisation. Their aim is to change the world one community at a time. They have an opportunity to join their pride of Lions to make a difference to the local community. Forth Valley Lions undertake many activities to help the local community. If they see a need then they try to meet it. Some activities include: Grow your own - this involves growing fruit and vegetables to give back to the community via local foodbanks, working in partnership with local organisations. Bo'ness Hospital Visits - this involves visiting the hospital and spending time with patients who would otherwise have no visitors. Recycle for sight - in partnership with local opticians, they encourage the recycling of old glasses. The opportunity would involve a monthly meeting of committee members.

Collecting blind and partially sighted Centre users from their homes and assisting them to get into the Centre in the Centre minibus. This may involve guiding people with a visual impairment but full training will be given for this. Centre users are coming into access one of the groups that take place so you can stay for the group or come back after a couple of hours for the return journey. The groups are involved in many activities including knitting, art, history, reading, dining and personal safety. Occasionally groups go out for afternoon tea or to visit local visitor attractions.

We need some help with marketing the community hall and also fundraising.