We are looking for support from someone who has experience in accessing and applying for funding and grants, who can help our charity group. We are a mental health charity and are growing at a fast pace. We have a great committee team on board but most members are tied up with face to face work with community members We require someone with experience of accessing and applying for funding on our behalf, who can continue to access opportunities. This will include attending meetings where required, and networking with local services/organisations who may be a good funding provider for our charity. There will be an expectation that you link with the chair/vice chair regarding applications and attend any committee meetings relevant. We currently run on a Monday and Thursday evening, however this role will be flexible depending on individual availability.

We are looking for Volunteers to come along and help us make a meaningful difference in the villages, litter picking, path work, ecology, tree care and general conservation. We hold three events per week lasting around 90 minutes each. Volunteers can come along to all of these or as many as they think they could manage. The work is fairly physical on the event days but we also need help with other stuff less physical like publicity, education and the organisation of these events.

The Miracle Foundation are looking for volunteer counsellors to help deliver bereavement support to children and adolescents. Training will be provided and volunteers will have a chance to grow within the organisation. Volunteer counsellors will give bereavement support sessions to children via therapeutic play, a designed programme will be given to the counsellor to follow after training. Volunteer counsellors must be committed and must fill out all paperwork regards the sessions they undertake. Experience is required for this role.

The Miracle Foundation are looking for fundraisers to help raise funds for bereavement support in Lanarkshire. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who love to create great funding ideas and are good at working in a team and delivering their fundraising project. Creating fundraising oppurtunities. Printing and creating materials to help with their project. Making sure they can encourage other volunteers to join them in delivering projects for fundraising.

The Craigneuk & Petersburn Action For Kids” are looking for volunteers to help assist with their Kids club which run each Tuesday night from the Four Isles Community Centre from 6pm-8pm for children aged 3-12 years of age. (the group also run a summer play scheme with outing and trips) If you have volunteers who are interested in working with children, the group are also in a position to help assist volunteers with accessing First Aid / Coaching qualifications as part of their volunteering work.

We will train you to provide advice to local people regarding social security benefits, tax credits, fuel poverty and many other issues. You will need to be a good listener, open minded and non-judgemental. In return, you will receive training and experience in all aspects of welfare rights. All volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement.

Youth work can involve working with children on a one one basis from the Glenboig village, assisting with after school care, working with young people in activities such as games, arts, crafts, computing, etc.

1. General sales floor duties (customer service, stock replenishment, till operation, security awareness) 2. Merchandising and display (could include designing and completing promotional window displays) 3. General stockroom duties (sorting, preparation, pricing, health & safety) 4. Department supervision (e.g setting up an event or permanent department to attract customers(clothing/ books/ household etc) 5. Administrative duties (ordering and receipt of New Goods, related paperwork, checking statements, stocktakes etc. Weekly branch paperwork & filing) 6. Market Research (analysis of competition, local trading, research retail environment through the national press, customer surveys) 7. Recruiting additional volunteers (could be through contact with local colleges, schools, libraries etc) Roles are available for both stockroom assistants and sales assistants to help out within the shop. Stockroom assistants will be involved in sorting out raw stock, hanging, tagging and steaming clothes, sorting books and bric-a-brac and pricing them, and cleaning and tidying the stock room. Sales assistnces will be involved in customer service and sales, cash handling, till procedures, merchandising products / displays, and general housekeeping

Volunteers do not require to have experience of this client group as full training will be provided. The key duties of this volunteering role include providing friendship and social support, providing a listening ear and companionship and assisting with other aspects of daily living (excluding personal care). Hand / foot massage training and also arts & crafts training will be offered and this will allow volunteers to provide this as part of their volunteer match, if appropriate. All out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Volunteers will lead/assist in various club and activies including after school clubs, breakfast clubs, health events, area festivals and holiday sports camps. Responsibilities include child safety, risk assessment, registration and club organisation. Prospective volunteers are expected to be qualified in their chosen sport, well organised, a good communicator, willing to work with children and punctual. A high level of motivation, inititative and enthusiasim are a must

Bazooka Arts are looking for volunteers to assist in the delivery of drama workshops for adults with a range of additional support needs. All Stars are a vibrant and enthusiastic theatre group who meet once a week for two hours of games, training and rehearsals. They also put on an annual production, where all their hard work comes together in an entertaining show for an audience of friends and family. Under the leadership of Bazooka Art’s group facilitator, Volunteers will work with the ‘All Stars’ members encouraging and helping individuals with their performance skills and helping to prepare all aspects of production including rehearsals, costume, set, onstage and backstage support. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about the benefits of community theatre. Volunteers will be energetic and ready to have fun with group games and warm ups, but also patient and encouraging. Preferably you will be confident enough to lead exercises in small groups. Volunteers will also help to serve tea and coffee and be on hand to help during the ‘social hour’ that takes place before the workshop starts. Volunteers with a background in theatre/drama, or experience in working with vulnerable groups would be a bonus, although this is not essential.

Volunteers will visit an elderly person within their own home, work with a group or by telephone on a regular basis. This can take place at any time of the week, and volunteers will be asked to support the elderly person for an hour or two per week. Volunteers will help the elderly befriendee by taking them on outings, helping build their self-esteem and confidence, and share hobbies and experiences, as well as having fun. No previous experience is required and volunteers will be provided with full training.

Volunteer drivers provide a personal and friendly service to cancer patients in Lanarkshire to enable them to travel in comfort to and from their hospital and day care centre.

Clydesdale Community Initiative are running gardening groups in local hospital gardens where the focus is on growing vegetables for the hospital to use and to help support local food banks. As a volunteer you can be expected to be part of a friendly hard working team, discovering new skills and interests, and making a positive contribution to your community. This is an opportunity to meet new people and have fun, whilst giving you experience in ‘hands on work’ in a real working environment.

Clydesdale Community Initiative are running gardening groups in local hospital gardens where the focus is on growing vegetables for the hospital to use and to help support local food banks. As a volunteer you can be expected to be part of a friendly hard working team, discovering new skills and interests, and making a positive contribution to your community. This is an opportunity to meet new people and have fun, whilst giving you experience in ‘hands on work’ in a real working environment.

We are currently seeking a Minibus Driver for our CACE Groups. Can you spare a few hours of your very precious time to drive our service users to and from their groups. Driving the mini bus to and from group. Good communication and people skills. Able to banter and have a laugh with the client group. Patience and understanding of client group. Mini Bus Driver must be under 70 years of age and will need a D1 category on their Licence. Training will be provided on MIDAS, health & safety and wheelchair handling etc.

A Caseworker is someone who carries out welfare work for the Royal Air Forces Association. Welfare work is about listening to an individual and assessing their needs to find out how the Association can provide help and support to them. Caseworker volunteers are put in touch with members of the RAF family (beneficiaries) who need our support and are then responsible for arranging visits with those individual beneficiaries and assessing where support is needed, through asking pertinent questions and listening to beneficiaries’ responses. Caseworkers then submit verbal and written reports to their AWO who will work together with the volunteer to ensure a successful outcome for the beneficiary. . Support can include anything from helping put a beneficiary with a disability in touch with social services, so they can apply for funding for a wet room, to something as simple as filling in a form to get a new fridge, for a beneficiary who cannot afford to replace their broken one. It could also be informing beneficiaries of the holiday breaks the Association offers, in one of its three Wings Break hotels. Caseworkers may also need to gather complex information on beneficiaries to help with applications for care home fees or similar and this can involve providing clear and precise information on finances and correspondences. Caseworkers work with ‘beneficiaries’, who are members of the RAF family. What is the desired outcome of this volunteer role? The RAF Association is a member-led, welfare charity that exists to ensure that all members of the RAF family are supported, when they require it. The Caseworker’s role is at the heart of this charity objective and volunteers undertaking this role will be helping us to deliver this support to the RAF family. Who do Caseworkers report to? Caseworker volunteers will report to their local Area Welfare Officer (AWO). There are nine AWOs in the UK and volunteers will report to the one closest to them. How does it work? For more information on the process involved in being a Caseworker, please refer to our ‘Additional information for Caseworker volunteers’ information sheet. In summary, Caseworker volunteers are put in touch with members of the RAF family (beneficiaries) who need our support and are then responsible for arranging visits with those individual beneficiaries and assessing where support is needed, through asking pertinent questions and listening to beneficiaries’ responses. Caseworkers then submit verbal and written reports to their AWO who will work together with the volunteer to ensure a successful outcome for the beneficiary. In summary, a Caseworker will: • Visit potential beneficiaries, listen to their concerns and assess their needs • Identify areas of support and make referrals to partner agencies as required • Record visits and maintain good records of activities, recommendations and actions • Record requests for financial assistance via the Content Management System (CMS) • Undertake follow up visits as required • Provide regular updates to the AWO • Complete monthly returns cataloguing their activity How will I be given feedback? You will be given individual feedback on your completed forms and reports, to help you learn and develop your skills, as well as ensuring that our beneficiaries are provided with the professional and knowledgeable service they deserve. The AWO responsible for you will also discuss with you how you are managing your case load and assist you with any issues that may arise. All Caseworker volunteers will be informed as a group about the overall outcomes, in the area, of the welfare volunteers’ work and what the ongoing aims are, to ensure we continue to support every member of the RAF family in that region, that needs our help.

Board members to attend meetings on a regular basis and help make decisions for group.

Volunteers will learn about reserve management and become part of a small team and learn about the running of the reserve. Volunteers will have the chance to enjoy the reserve and to build up skills. This is an excellent chance to make a genuine contribution to wildlife conservation. You will gain a valuable insight into the workings of Europe’s largest conservation charity. This is a great opportunity to make a difference on a nature reserve near you. Our work helps maintain and improve valuable habitats for wildlife and an important resource for the local community. It will be a chance to get to know part of your local environment, learn some new skills and about nature conservation. All of that whilst being out in the lovely outdoors and meeting new people. The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for all of us. We belong to BirdLife International, the global partnership of bird conservation organisations. Your time and skills could make a real difference to the work of the RSPB and it would be great if you could join us.

Volunteers will learn about reserve management and become part of a small team and learn about the running of the reserve. Volunteers will have the chance to enjoy the reserve and to build up skills. This is an excellent chance to make a genuine contribution to wildlife conservation. You will gain a valuable insight into the workings of Europe’s largest conservation charity. This is a great opportunity to make a difference on a nature reserve near you. Our work helps maintain and improve valuable habitats for wildlife and an important resource for the local community. It will be a chance to get to know part of your local environment, learn some new skills and about nature conservation. All of that whilst being out in the lovely outdoors and meeting new people. The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for all of us. We belong to BirdLife International, the global partnership of bird conservation organisations. Your time and skills could make a real difference to the work of the RSPB and it would be great if you could join us.

Volunteer Children's Activity Leader required.

- Sorting donations of clothes, shoes and accessories into saleable stock and items for recycling. - Preparing stock for sale by hanging, sizing, steaming and labelling each item. - Pricing garments at their full value to generate maximum income by considering the brand, quality, fashionability and condition of each item. What support will we give you? - We will provide all the training you need to feel confident in the role. - The shop manager will be available to advise and assist you as you volunteer in the shop. - There may also be other experienced volunteers in the team who will be available when you need help or want to ask a question.

Volunteer will be matched with eldery befriendee in the area of north lanarkshire after initial training.Must be patient,caring,good listener and have a genuine interest in working with the eldery.Must be able to respect confidentiality

Volunteers help either in the sortroom with sizing, tagging, hanging and steaming garments, or on the sales floor helping customers, using the till, keeping the sales floor tidy, and changing models, displays

Volunteer Advisers are provided with full training to suitably advise local citizens on a range of issues. Some of the most common areas of advice provided include enquiries relating to welfare benefits, debt, housing, employment, law and consumer issues. Advice is given face to face, over the telephone, and via e-mail communications. Volunteer Advisers also have the opportunity to support a number of outreach surgeries delivered across the Bellshill area.

Mentors will meet with the young person for a couple of hours each week, supporting them to make informed lifestyle choices and encourage them to participate in diversionary activities. In addition, mentors will establish a positive relationship with the young person's parent(s) to ensure that the young person's best interests are at the forefront of the programme. Mentors should be caring, supportive, a good listener, non-judgemental and have a genuine interest in the wellbeing of young people.

Alzheimer Scotland are looking for volunteers to help support them by volunteering within their dementia cafe's across the whole of Lanarkshire. The cafes are set-up to provide support and information to people living with dementia and their carers, and gives service users and their carers the opportunity to interact with others. Volunteers are required to help make teas/coffees and have a blether.

Alzheimer Scotland have recently opened their new refurbished resource centre and are looking for a bit of help with some reception duties as well as preparation of leaflets and photocopying information for the public.

Cumbernauld Citizens Advice Bureau is currently looking for Volunteer Advisers to complement the existing team. As an adviser, you will receive comprehensive training and support, learn new skills, meet new and interesting people and get a real buzz from helping people with a wide variety of problems and issues. Volunteer Advisers interview clients and, with the help of internal systems and people, advise them as to the options available to them. Advisers need to be good listeners, keen to help people, open-minded and non-judgemental of people and their circumstances. Volunteers must be willing to learn new skills and enjoy helping all kinds of people.

OSKARS PLAYSCHEME - escorting children from School help set up equipment

Volunteers will be asked to help out with looking after Children with a Learning Disability. They are also looking for a Pianist for Tues/Thurs Mornings.

Working with volunteers various ages, helping in the process of Cancer Research. Work includes: - working in the back shop, processing stock. (rough sorting, size, tagging. steaming pricing onto shop floor) full training given. Till work - working on till and credit card. Paper work register new goods, placing items on shop floor. Generate as much money as possible without lowering shop standards.

Bazooka Arts are looking for volunteers with creative experience to participate in weekly arts workshops, focused on making artworks and accessories to sell at pop-up events in the North Lanarkshire and Glasgow areas. Volunteers will participate in weekly creative workshops, focused on making artworks and accessories to sell at pop-up events in the North Lanarkshire and Glasgow areas. Artwork will be sold to fundraise for our arts for health and wellbeing programme, which supports vulnerable adults and children in North Lanarkshire. We are looking for volunteers who possess creative skills and a willingness to develop these skills in a relaxing and friendly group environment. A typical ‘Makers’ workshop will last for two hours and be led by a professional artist. Volunteers will be invited to assist in the running of the pop up shop events as they occur, gaining transferable skills such as customer service, marketing and numeracy.

Care and Repair North Lanarkshire's volunteering role offers you the opportunity to put your time, enthusiasm and skills to good use by helping others in your community. Volunteering with Care and Repair North Lanarkshire could be one of the most important and rewarding decisions you ever make. Volunteers will carry out handyperson tasks within the homes of older and disabled people. Common tasks include changing light bulbs, changing curtains and changing batteries in smoke alarms. Volunteers will have the opportunity to attend training courses to help them build on their skills. Support is provided on a regular basis from the team based in Cumbernauld (with the opportunity available across North Lanarkshire). The volunteering experience with Care and Repair North Lanarkshire is extremely rewarding.

We are looking for volunteer counsellors to come on board in our mental health charity. We are a small charity with a huge heart and are growing fast. We offer free counselling sessions to individuals experiencing mental health issues, and require more counsellors to meet our growing demand. We are a very friendly and professional drop in hub and education service, and are keen to expand further. We have opportunities for counsellors to come on board and work with individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. We are open to all age groups and experience of youth counselling would be advantageous, but not a necessity. Our hub is open on a Monday evening 6.30-9pm and we also have a men’s only fitness and wellbeing group on a Thursday evening 7.30-10pm. We are hoping to expand further with our own premises and would appreciate any additional counselling help available on either days. We are happy to support and cover any supervision costs required for carrying out this role.

We are looking for volunteers to come on board in our mental health charity. We are a small charity with a huge heart and are growing fast. We offer free counselling sessions to individuals experiencing mental health issues and require more volunteers to meet our growing demand. We are a very friendly and professional drop in hub and education service, and are keen to expand further, requiring more volunteers to provide a supportive and advice service to the community members accessing our hub. Our volunteers can have any level of mental health awareness and can cover many aspects of hub. We require volunteers to answer door and show people into hub. Make people feel welcome and offer them a soft or hot drink upon arrival. Speak to people on a 1:1 basis to explore what their needs are and where best to support them. Facilitate support groups and education session where appropriate. Candidates with some mental health training would be beneficial, but not essential. Preferably looking for male volunteers to accommodate our men’s only group on Thursday evenings, although our general hub night on a Monday has volunteer opportunities to.

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

The Miracle Foundation are looking for individuals to help with admin work keeping all filing up to date, answering phonecalls, managing reception area. Printing and creating materials to help with their project. This is a great opportunity to try out something different if this feels right for you please get in touch. Printing and creating materials to help with their project.

This is a new role that will be based in the Coffee Corner of the CHSS Community Hub on a Wednesday morning to support the store team & the Citizens advice team. The role will involve chatting to people who come into the store to see the CAB team, showing them to the waiting area, showing them how to access the coffee machine and any other general signposting that might support the store & CAB teams.

Our staff and trustees are dedicated to ensuring Kinship Carers have a strong platform from which to carry out their important work. We aim to support them in maintaining suitable, secure placement opportunities for children and young people

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.

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.

The role involves maintaining department standards, checking that stock has been PAT tested and is displayed to BHF guidelines. Volunteering can help you gain valuable work experience, meet people, make new friends and develop your skills. Full training will be available for this role.

We are looking for Volunteers to provide support to our young children within our girls group. Each session is adapted to the needs of those attending in relation to their individual care needs. We deliver a range of Autism Friendly Activiites such as arts & crafts, music & dance & sports, providing a positive, fun and supportive environment for the children to enjoy and develop their self-confidence and skills. You must be a patient and calm person who is able to stay grounded in challenging situations. The role may be demanding but ultimately you have a chance to make a big impact on the young peoples lives. Experience is beneficial but not essential. THIS OPPORTUNITY IS TERM TIME ONLY

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.

Befrienders are required to: • Enable older adults to engage in social opportunities through 1:1 and group support. • Assist at group events and activities to support their befriendee to take part. • Listen to and report on the individual’s needs and concerns. • Provide a simple record of your support on a monthly basis. • Be a valuable social contact to an isolated/vulnerable person.

How can you use your skills and dedication to support people affected by crime? Victim Support Scotland (VSS) provides support and information services to victims and witnesses of crime in Scotland. VSS office support volunteers play a key role by providing clerical and administrative support so that staff and service volunteers can devote more time to supporting people to move forward after a crime. What will you be doing? Our office support volunteers help us with administration tasks related to providing support people affected by crime and running a busy service. The role requires you to: • Answer phone or reception queries and direct them to relevant staff. • Help various teams with case paperwork and data input. • Complete other administrative projects and clerical tasks, such as mailing duties. What are the benefits you will receive? Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and extremely rewarding. As an office support volunteer, you will: • Make a real difference to people affected by crime, by ensuring case paperwork and other admin duties are managed effectively. • Learn new skills and knowledge of the criminal justice system. • Have the opportunity to develop and enhance administrative skills. • Positively affect your community as a member of a team actively working to reduce the impact of crime. What skills and experience do you need? We are looking for committed, reliable and empathetic volunteers who can work with people of all ages, backgrounds and life situations. You could be a student with a background in law or criminal justice, or just someone with a general interest in working for a good cause. Although we provide training and support, we require you to have the following: • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills. • A friendly, non-judgemental approach to working with people from all sections of the community. • An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and willingness to learn about and uphold legal General Data Protection Regulations obligations. • A flexible approach to work. • A willingness to undertake training relevant to your role. What can you expect? As a volunteer with Victim Support Scotland, you can expect: • Support in your volunteering role to complete tasks effectively. • Training and development to give you any further skills you need. • All reasonable expenses (e.g. travel) to be reimbursed . What is the time commitment? We know that our volunteers have busy lives, so we agree the time commitment with each individual volunteer. However, we ask for: • A minimum commitment from volunteers of approximately four hours per week, however this may vary depending upon the needs of the service. • A minimum commitment of at least one year, so that they might get the most out of a volunteering role. How can you apply? The people we support come from all communities across Scotland, as do our volunteers. We welcome new volunteers from all backgrounds and languages. To ensure we provide the best possible service to people affected by crime, we ask all volunteers to follow our processes. This will involve: • Undertaking a Disclosure Scotland PVG check. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s. • Undertaking a Disclosure Scotland PVG check. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s: • Confidentiality agreement, • Commitment to data protection, • Volunteer agreement. We have a number of ways you can apply or register your interest: • Email volunteer@victimsupportsco.org.uk for an information pack. • Call our free helpline on 0800 160 1985.

How can you support victims and witnesses of crime? Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions such as anxiety, confusion and anger. It is Victim Support Scotland’s role to provide victims and witnesses of crime emotional and practical support in person, online, and in court. Volunteers are supported by VSS staff who manage the service. How would you help? Our volunteers provide emotional support, practical help, information and guidance through the criminal justice system. We aim to empower people who have been impacted by crime, to move on with their lives. • Discuss service users’ needs by telephone, webchat, appointments and face-to-face contact, agreeing next steps at the end of each contact. • Help service users feel more confident by arranging and conducting court familiarisation visits. • Support service users in the court room and other appropriate locations on the day of the trial, liaising with court officials on behalf of the service users. • Feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff members. • Provide administrative support in completing the service users journey. What skills and experience do I need? We are looking for committed, reliable and empathetic volunteers who can work with people of all ages, backgrounds and life situations. Although we provide full training and support, knowledge of the criminal justice system and experience of supporting people is beneficial. As a Victim Support Scotland Volunteer you will need: • Effective communication skills. • The ability to actively listen to service users and anyone affected by crime. • An interest in learning about the criminal justice system and understand the service user’s journey. • An awareness of confidentiality obligations and the responsibilities that come with upholding these obligations. • Effective time management skills (and working under pressure). • Access to a car or ability to use public transport. What benefits would I get? Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and also extremely rewarding. As a volunteer you will: • Support people when they most need it. • Learn new skills and knowledge of the criminal justice sector. • Gain access to a range of specialist training courses that are relevant to your volunteering role. • Positively affect your community as a member of a team actively working to reduce the impact of crime. • A chance to give something back. • Receive support in your volunteering role to deliver services effectively. • All reasonable expenses (e.g. travel) will be reimbursed. What is the time commitment? We know that our volunteers have busy lives, so we agree the time commitment with each individual volunteer. However, we ask for: • a minimum commitment of approximately one day per week, however this may vary depending upon the needs of the service. • a minimum commitment of at least 1 year so that they might get the most out of a volunteering role. How can I apply? The people we support come from all communities across Scotland, as do our volunteers. We welcome new volunteers from all backgrounds and languages. To ensure we provide the best possible service to people affected by crime, we ask all volunteers to follow our processes. This will involve: • Joining the Disclosure Scotland PVG scheme. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s Confidentiality agreement. • Commitment to Data Protection. • Volunteer Agreement.

Community Based Volunteer Role Description *How can you help victims of crime? Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions such as an anxiety, confusion and anger. It is Victim Support Scotland’s role to provide victims with both emotional and practical support. *What would I be doing? You will work with staff to receive information to confirm service users’ needs You will contact service users to arrange support via telephone, face to face appointments and webchat You will provide support based on the service users’ needs and agree next steps at the end of each contact You will feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff on arrangements for support *What do I need for this role? Communication skills An ability to actively listen to service users and anyone affected by crime A non-judgemental approach to working with people from all sections of the community The capacity to learn about the criminal justice system and understand the service user’s journey An understanding of confidentiality Good time management skills Access to a car or ability to use public transport

*How can you help victims of crime? Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions such as an anxiety, confusion and anger. It is Victim Support Scotland’s role to provide victims with both emotional and practical support. *What would I be doing? You will work with staff to receive information to confirm service users’ needs You will contact service users to arrange support via telephone, face to face appointments and webchat You will provide support based on the service users’ needs and agree next steps at the end of each contact You will feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff on arrangements for support *What do I need for this role? Communication skills An ability to actively listen to service users and anyone affected by crime A non-judgemental approach to working with people from all sections of the community The capacity to learn about the criminal justice system and understand the service user’s journey An understanding of confidentiality Good time management skills Access to a car or ability to use public transport

After School Care

Meet with the fundraising sub-committee at least once a month basis to discuss and plan future events. Correspond with proposed venus, staff, donators and volunteers working at events. Produce and distribute materials ie. tickets, posters/flyers to promote events to Members and the general public. This volunteer should be an outgoing, person who enjoys working in a friendly atmosphere.

Volunteer to be active in order to assist young people. As one of the largest voluntary organisations in North Lanarkshire, we give volunteers the opportunity to help and assist young people from the Bellshill & Mossend area. Volunteers achieve satisfaction from their ability in developing a young person's personality. Also opportunity for administration assistant.

Cumbernauld and Kilsyth Unemployed Workers Centre (CKUWC) is seeking a volunteer to help us research and complete funding applications. This is an ideal opportunity for someone to gain further experience within fundraising or for someone already experienced who has some time to spare. Volunteers will have the opportunity to research & prepare funding applications to trusts and grant holders to secure funding for CKUWC. Good IT and written skills are required for this position. You will have the opportunity to learn more about our work and the charity sector. We will offer you ongoing training & support to enable you to carry out this role. We are a small friendly charity supporting people in our local community.

Gardenner required to maintain and teach youngers attending school how to grow and maintain garden

• Reporting to Shop Manager on arrival to be assigned daily duties. • Take responsibility for personal valuables, ensuring that they are locked away at all times (consult with Manager). • Carrying out Lottery procedure by accepting monies, recording and dating Lottery Sheets. • To undertake a range of task which includes: 1. Ironing 2. Hoovering 3. Pricing Goods 4. Emptying donation bags 5. Operating Till 6. Answering Telephone 7. Keeping Shop and Toilet tidy

Role created for volunteers and paid staff with GBT. Role involves working with elderly and children.

To assist in the day to day running of cycling activities includes assisting coach/leader in delivery of cycling sessions, upkeep of bike fleet (cleaning, basic maintenance) The volunteer should be willing to participate in all aspects of the activity. • Setting up of cycling sessions • Observing participants for safety • Storing and upkeep of equipment • Including basic maintenance • Cleaning of bikes

Do you have a knack for presentation, an eye for detail and enjoy making things look their best? We’re looking for people like you to volunteer in our F&E stores to help make them look as appealing and inspiring as possible. You can expect to be helping out with visual merchandising, making sure everything is displayed to its full potential; you will also be involved in creating eye catching displays in our homeware department ensuring the items are clean and correctly labelled. So what are you waiting for? Join today and become a valued member of the team, chat with customers and other likeminded volunteers. Pop in store to find out more and meet our friendly and ambitious team.

Volunteers will support children from primary 6&7 who are learning table tennis skills. Empathy and understanding from volunteers aged 16-18 would be encouraged to apply for this post.

• Conduct a face to face interview with new volunteer applicants within your area. • Facilitating the beginning and end of MG partnerships through a face to face meeting with the sighted guide volunteer and customer. • Support the My Guide partnerships, which will include regular reviews with the customer and matched volunteer, via telephone or face to face. • Recording reviews onto Guide Dog systems, reporting/highlighting any issues, recording partnership success and achievements and changes to activity plans • Suggesting other organisations to refer service users to when appropriate (with support from the local team) • Regular meetings with local team (in person/conference call) to discuss partnerships within your case load. • Attend events where required to promote the My Guide service. • Act as an ambassador for Guide Dogs by promoting its services and demonstrating the Guide Dogs family values.

The Cinnamon Trust is the only specialist national charity for the terminally ill and people in their later years and their much loved, much needed companion animals. What happens if illness, injury or just the fact that we get older affects our ability to look after our four legged companions? Elderly or ill pet owners become very worried about their ability to care for their pets feeling that it is their only option is to rehome them, This is where our national network of dedicated volunteers step in to offer support enabling them to stay together. We'll walk the dog for a household owner, We'll foster pets when owners need hospital care, We'll fetch the cat food, even clean out the bird cage and litter trays. We always need new volunteers even if you can only spare an hour a week, We could love to hear from you. Volunteers have support from the trusts office 9-5 Monday to Friday, we also have an out of hours helpline should any problems occur. We carry out regular updates with both volunteers and petitioners to make sure everything is running smoothly. Once registered the volunteers receive a hand book and an ID card.

Fool On run a series of workshops throughout North Lanarkshire, which promote positive mental well-being through comedy, music and creative writing. The group have been successful in securing funding for a new 14-seat minibus and are now seeking to recruit a volunteer driver to assist people throughout North Lanarkshire to attend their workshops. Contact VANL at dutyofficer@vanl.co.uk or on 01236 748 011 to register your interest or for more information.

 Talking to customers and making them feel welcome in the shop.  Advising and helping people as they shop.  Operating the till and dealing with various types of payment.  Answering customer enquiries.  Keeping an eye on the security of the shop. What support will we give you? We will provide all the training you need to feel confident in the role. The shop manager will be available give advice and assist you, as well as other experienced volunteers in the team.

 Uphold the values, objectives and policies of the the community group  Contribute to and accept responsibility for the Management Committee’s decisions;  Have an interest in the communities of Forgewood and Motherwell;  Uphold and promote the principles of equality and diversity;  Treat all colleagues on the Management Committee with consideration, and foster mutual respect and trust;  Attend monthly meetings;  Attend relevant training sessions and events.  Help out at local events

Volunteers required to stock taking, serving customers, arranging stock etc.

Volunteer Storeroom Assistant will assist in sorting through donations of clothes, toys, books bric-a-brac etc. making sure they are suitable for sale in the front shop.

The Miracle Foundation are looking for individuals to help with reception this can also include admin work keeping all filing up to date, answering phonecalls, managing reception area. Printing and creating materials to help with their project. This is a great opportunity to try out something different if this feels right for you please get in touch.

St. Andrew's Netball Club was formed in 2006 after previously being known as Cardinal Newman Netball Club. After being mainly for adults, we worked with Active Schools and created a junior section with U17s, U15s, and U11s which continues to grow . We aim to provide netball opportunities for girls of all ages and abilities , encouraging them to lead an active lifestyle. Through playing sport, the girls develop social skills, learning to work as part of a team and supporting each other which can help them throughout life.

Would you like to help children and young people engage in activities to build their skills and confidence and engage in their local community? This role will involve interacting with young people aged 8-27 years via a variety of activities eg arts/crafts/workshops and general youth work at our weekly sessions as well as at our National events that happen throughout the year. What will I be doing? • Supporting staff to undertake new activities • Helping children and young people to have fun • Supporting young people to celebrate their care experience and influence positive change • Building young children’s confidence and self esteem • Being a positive role model What skills can I bring to this role? • Experience of working with children and young people (Not essential) • A knowledge of issues affecting children and young people • Ability to work well with children and young people • Good communication and listening skills • Ability to encourage and motivate children and young people to participate in activities. • Regular groups and events • TNT group meets every second Monday 6pm – 8pm (16-27 years) • Crafty Foxes meets every second Tuesday 5pm – 7pm (8-13 years)

Volunteers required to work in Oasis garden with church grounds. Garden has 12 window boxes and a huge garden.

Alzheimer Scotland have recently opened their new refurbished resource centre and are therefore looking to run a timetable of events for people living with dementia and their carers - this will include singing, arts & crafts, knitting, darts, yoga and walking groups. Alzheimer Scotland need people who are able to share their skills and support, whether it is showing someone how to knit or supporting someone to make a memory tree. Sometimes it will be making a cup of tea and having a blether (cake will be provided). If you like walking then you could help support our dementia friendly walks.

Ozanam Club is run and organised by volunteers to provide a play area for children and youths who may have physical/learning/special needs. Volunteers would be required to help set up equipment,serve refreshments, supervise/escort on bus, tidy up & play games.

Volunteers support school age children's needs, in a safe and secure environment. They also support staff and parents, as well as planning, organising and participating in the daily running of the out of school care service. Volunteers are also involved in taking care of equipment and materials.

Volunteers will assist with general administration duties, including answering the telephone, dealing with incoming and outgoing mail, establishing and maintaining appropriate administration systems for the project. Volunteers should have ICT skills, and any SAGE experience is beneficial.

Paid Development workers and Volunteer Support Workers will work direct with children and young people on a one to one basis. Elderly Care Development Workers will work directly with older/vulnerable people both in community setting and at the persons home.

1 To sort out raw stock 2 To hang, tag and steam clothes 3 To sort books and bric-a-brac, and price them 4 To clean and tidy stock room

The Youth Club provides a wide variety of activities which include such things as Beautician, Arts and Crafts and also Line Dancing. And also include their young volunteers in a variety of workshops and outings.

Witness Service Volunteers offeSupport help and information to witnesses and their families who attend Airdrie, Hamilton or Lanark Sherriff Courts. Volunteers of 18 years of age and over; attend a four-day initial training programme with further training and support provided during their time with the service. Volunteers work on a rotat basis during court time, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 4.30 pm. After training, all volunteers are asked to commit to working a minimum of one day per fortnight or two mornings. The work of the volunteers can vary from spending a whole day with one witness or family, to five minutes with each witness giving information, being with someone when they give evidence in Court, or waiting for them when they come out after giving evidence. A lot of the volunteers' time is pent by being supportive to people while they wait to give evidence. Travel expenses are paid to and from the court at public transport rates and if you are required in the afternoon lunch is provided. The Witness Service office is based in the Court and is managed by a Co-ordinator and Assistant Co-ordinators. Witness Service Staff and Volunteers DO NOT TALK ABOUT ANY EVIDENCE. Our aim is to provide the highest proffesional standars in our work and we operate whitn a Code of Conduct. We attach great importance to training and development and aim to ensure that all our volunteers are properly equiped for the work they undertake.Witness Service is run by Victim Support Scotland the national charity working for people affected by crime and is staffed mainly by volunteers

Well-informed handle a range of public queries over telephone, email, and in person when visitors come to our Motherwell resource centre. We provide a resource of relevant literature on mental health which we make available to the public in answer to queries. Within this office we work alongside Experience Counts, a service which comprises peer support and community link workers. Well-informed should identify if people might be suited to these services. Additionally we deliver an information service throughout North Lanarkshire and signpost to services in the area which may help to provide social engagement. Well-informed volunteers attend regular information stalls at libraries, health and arts centres to promote our service, engage with the public and provide literature addressing relevant mental health issues. Volunteers might also work within our office: answering queries and performing administrative tasks such as logging enquiries and organising resources. Volunteers might also support our community link and peer support workers in delivering mental health awareness presentations and providing recovery groups. Volunteers will have an opportunity to undertake further relevant training, specific to working in mental health. Within these parameters, the role can be tailored to a volunteer’s specific interest and we welcome applicants with lived mental health experience. All would be applicants are welcome to contact our information officer should they have any further queries regarding the role. The Well Informed Info Service office has wheelchair access.

New training in January 2019 - Volunteer Advisers are provided with full training to suitably advise local citizens on a range of issues. Some of the most common areas of advice provided include enquiries relating to welfare benefits, debt, housing, employment, law and consumer issues. Advice is given face to face, over the telephone, and via e-mail communications. Volunteer Advisers also have the opportunity to support a number of outreach surgeries delivered across the Coatbridge area.

Menshed Helper tasks will include admin/driving/fixing up bikes. flowerbeds etc in our Menshed may also involve doing the petty cash for group.

The role involves selecting and pricing Bric a Brac using the price guides; identifying valuable items and merchandising the items in an attractive way following our display guidelines. Volunteering can help you to gain valuable work experience, meet people, make new friends and develop your skills. Full training will be available for this role. Your time helps raise vital funds to beat heart disease.

Would you like to help children and young people engage in activities to build their skills and confidence and engage in their local community? The participation support volunteer role will assist in providing and supporting activities for young people. This role will involve interacting with young people aged 8-27 years via a variety of activities eg arts/crafts/workshops and general youth work at our weekly sessions as well as at our National events that happen throughout the year. What will I be doing? Supporting staff to undertake new activities Helping children and young people to have fun Supporting young people to celebrate their care experience and influence positive change Building young children’s confidence and self esteem Being a positive role model What skills can I bring to this role? Experience of working with children and young people (Not essential) A knowledge of issues affecting children and young people Ability to work well with children and young people Good communication and listening skills Ability to encourage and motivate children and young people to participate in activities. What qualities do I need? To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy Be enthusiastic, flexible and committed Reliable and approachable Friendly, helpful and understanding Reliability and a commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed

Ponies Help Children is an organisation set up to help children with behavioural issues and special needs to connect with the horses. Volunteers will be required to help out with the horse maintenance, and assisting with the visiting children

Volunteer should have skills that they can pass on to the children interested in Arts & Crafts. Desirable skills would be drawing, painting knitting etc. Love and Light were set up to improve the health and well being of families affected by alcoholism and addiction by providing information and assistance to relieve problematic difficulties within the household with a place of safety in a conversational café and residential retreat where opportunities and workshops can be provided to empower family members.

Volunteer Support Workers will assist in supporting families of those affected by alcohol or drug misuse giving them a safe environment to meet and chat and respite when required.

Befriender required to carry out visits and keep in touch with members of the RAF family on behalf of the RAF Association. Befriender volunteers exist to provide companionship and outcome focussed support to a beneficiary and to ensure that they remain part of the community and feel socially connected to the wider RAF family. Being a befriender volunteer could be about helping someone who is isolated through the use of social media or visiting an older person that has become increasingly lonely and isolated over time and to help find them new interests in the community. The role is varied, the service spans all ages and it is flexible to suit everyone. Looking for Befrienders in ML2, ML1 and ML5 postcode areas.

Children's after school club provide activities which improve physical, mental and emotional heath of the local community. promoting creative play, improve knowledge around healthy eating, non competitive exercise, relationship building and increasing knowledge through play. Long term aims to encourage children to disengage with long term use of technology based play.

Cumbernauld Living Landscape are setting up new weekly volunteer groups in Cumbernauld to improve green spaces. Work to be carried out in the future includes meadow sowing, woodland management, path building and much more! Volunteering is a great way to get fit and experience the outdoors from a different perspective. It also provides an opportunity to meet new people from a range of backgrounds. We also aim to help volunteers with their own personal development – we can give access to free training courses and Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) if a volunteer stays with us for 3 months. These groups will run every Tuesday and Wednesday from 10- 3, starting from the 3rd of September 2019. Volunteers can sign up for 1 or 2 days a week depending on their preference. Volunteers must be over 16.

Volunteer Van Porter will collect donations form individuals, groups etc and transport them to the van to be delivered to shop.

This is a very rewarding role providing much-needed support for people who are accessing our service. Based at one of our mobility aids spoke locations, the main element of the role is serving the public who require a wheelchair or other mobility aids equipment. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys meeting people, can show compassion and empathy and who likes administrative duties with a customer service perspective. Typical Task include Liaising with the hub to arrange stock/deliveries/collections. Issuing and receiving wheelchairs (or other mobility aids equipment) using a computer based stock control system. Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs (and other equipment) Dealing with enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair (or other equipment) by telephone and face to face Receiving payments / donations and issuing receipts Contacting service users about overdue and upcoming return of equipment Signposting to other Red Cross services/providers Actively promoting the Retail Mobility Aids offer/website These are just some examples. You will work within a great team and be fully supported by the Volunteer Coordinator. We are looking for someone who: Is willing to attend induction and foundation training Will uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and Red Cross policies including Equal Opportunities Will act in accordance with our values and behaviours framework Will treat people with respect and uphold their dignity. What we offer: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training) Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives.

The conservation tasks will focus on benefiting amphibians and reptiles and will include creating ponds, planting, seeding, making hibernation sites, and surveying. No experience is necessary as full training and supervision will be given. What is required is a willingness to get muddy, try hard, and have fun! Tasks such as pond digging will require wellingtons, whilst for others sturdy boots and old clothes will suffice. Also waterproof clothing is essential as we don’t always stop work if it rains

How can you use your skills and dedication to support people affected by crime? Victim Support Scotland (VSS) provides support and information services to victims and witnesses of crime in Scotland. VSS office support volunteers play a key role by providing clerical and administrative support so that staff and service volunteers can devote more time to supporting people to move forward after a crime. What will you be doing? Our office support volunteers help us with administration tasks related to providing support people affected by crime and running a busy service. The role requires you to: • Answer phone or reception queries and direct them to relevant staff. • Help various teams with case paperwork and data input. • Complete other administrative projects and clerical tasks, such as mailing duties. What are the benefits you will receive? Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and extremely rewarding. As an office support volunteer, you will: • Make a real difference to people affected by crime, by ensuring case paperwork and other admin duties are managed effectively. • Learn new skills and knowledge of the criminal justice system. • Have the opportunity to develop and enhance administrative skills. • Positively affect your community as a member of a team actively working to reduce the impact of crime. What skills and experience do you need? We are looking for committed, reliable and empathetic volunteers who can work with people of all ages, backgrounds and life situations. You could be a student with a background in law or criminal justice, or just someone with a general interest in working for a good cause. Although we provide training and support, we require you to have the following: • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills. • A friendly, non-judgemental approach to working with people from all sections of the community. • An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and willingness to learn about and uphold legal General Data Protection Regulations obligations. • A flexible approach to work. • A willingness to undertake training relevant to your role. What can you expect? As a volunteer with Victim Support Scotland, you can expect: • Support in your volunteering role to complete tasks effectively. • Training and development to give you any further skills you need. • All reasonable expenses (e.g. travel) to be reimbursed . What is the time commitment? We know that our volunteers have busy lives, so we agree the time commitment with each individual volunteer. However, we ask for: • A minimum commitment from volunteers of approximately four hours per week, however this may vary depending upon the needs of the service. • A minimum commitment of at least one year, so that they might get the most out of a volunteering role. How can you apply? The people we support come from all communities across Scotland, as do our volunteers. We welcome new volunteers from all backgrounds and languages. To ensure we provide the best possible service to people affected by crime, we ask all volunteers to follow our processes. This will involve: • Undertaking a Disclosure Scotland PVG check. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s. • Undertaking a Disclosure Scotland PVG check. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s: • Confidentiality agreement, • Commitment to data protection, • Volunteer agreement. We have a number of ways you can apply or register your interest: • Email volunteer@victimsupportsco.org.uk for an information pack. • Call our free helpline on 0800 160 1985.

How can you support victims and witnesses of crime? Victims of crime often feel a range of emotions such as anxiety, confusion and anger. It is Victim Support Scotland’s role to provide victims and witnesses of crime emotional and practical support in person, online, and in court. Volunteers are supported by VSS staff who manage the service. How would you help? Our volunteers provide emotional support, practical help, information and guidance through the criminal justice system. We aim to empower people who have been impacted by crime, to move on with their lives. • Discuss service users’ needs by telephone, webchat, appointments and face-to-face contact, agreeing next steps at the end of each contact. • Help service users feel more confident by arranging and conducting court familiarisation visits. • Support service users in the court room and other appropriate locations on the day of the trial, liaising with court officials on behalf of the service users. • Feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff members. • Provide administrative support in completing the service users journey. What skills and experience do I need? We are looking for committed, reliable and empathetic volunteers who can work with people of all ages, backgrounds and life situations. Although we provide full training and support, knowledge of the criminal justice system and experience of supporting people is beneficial. As a Victim Support Scotland Volunteer you will need: • Effective communication skills. • The ability to actively listen to service users and anyone affected by crime. • An interest in learning about the criminal justice system and understand the service user’s journey. • An awareness of confidentiality obligations and the responsibilities that come with upholding these obligations. • Effective time management skills (and working under pressure). • Access to a car or ability to use public transport. What benefits would I get? Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland can be challenging and also extremely rewarding. As a volunteer you will: • Support people when they most need it. • Learn new skills and knowledge of the criminal justice sector. • Gain access to a range of specialist training courses that are relevant to your volunteering role. • Positively affect your community as a member of a team actively working to reduce the impact of crime. • A chance to give something back. • Receive support in your volunteering role to deliver services effectively. • All reasonable expenses (e.g. travel) will be reimbursed. What is the time commitment? We know that our volunteers have busy lives, so we agree the time commitment with each individual volunteer. However, we ask for: • a minimum commitment of approximately one day per week, however this may vary depending upon the needs of the service. • a minimum commitment of at least 1 year so that they might get the most out of a volunteering role. How can I apply? The people we support come from all communities across Scotland, as do our volunteers. We welcome new volunteers from all backgrounds and languages. To ensure we provide the best possible service to people affected by crime, we ask all volunteers to follow our processes. This will involve: • Joining the Disclosure Scotland PVG scheme. • Providing two satisfactory references. • Completing our three day ‘Introduction to Victim Support Scotland’ training module. • Signing and abiding by Victim Support Scotland’s Confidentiality agreement. • Commitment to Data Protection. • Volunteer Agreement.

Volunteer committee Members Required to be involved in discussions and decision's of the future of Cumbernauld Poverty Action.

Volunteers will visit clients in their homes and escort to appointments etc. Befriending service priority is to ensure elderly vulnerable and/or disabled Befriendees are matched with a suitable Befriender if required.

Volunteers will be required to set up sound quality for readers and monitor recordings on the computer, then network them to the editing computer to produce master discs. Readers will be required to prepare pouches for posting, edit the papers and read clearly into a microphone.

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Glenmavis Development Group provides the only Youth Club in the village of Glenmavis. The group provides safe play opportunities for primary school aged children, and offers development of skills for older teenagers within the area. Volunteers will be involved in supporting the group, leading on activities for the young people, and assisting the personal development of those who attend. Volunteer helpers are involved in regulated work with children as part of their regular duties.

It has long been said that laughter is the best medicine, would you like to make housebound, older people feel better by offering some company and cheerful chat? This is an exciting volunteering opportunity to join a new core team of volunteer home visitors we are creating to compliment the service provided care at home team in Airdrie. Cosgrove is passionate about providing quality care in the local area. The people we support are treated with dignity, warmth and respect and our volunteering team will be consolidating these values by providing regular social chat and companionship to older isolated people with long term health conditions. What does the role of volunteer home visitor involve? • Support to get involved in social and recreational activities • Co-ordinating and being present at ‘Therapet’ visits • Providing a friendly face, listening ear and some chat • Sharing hobbies, interests and pastimes Initially we are establishing a small team of volunteers who will collaborate closely to provide regular drop in visits to older individuals in need of some company. The individual visits will be between 40 -60 minutes.

The role of volunteer Mentor will involve being matched on a 1:1 basis with a young person and participating in weekly outings where you will share activities and experiences together. Mentors will develop and maintain a positive relationship with their young person and work with them to achieve their goals and identified outcomes. Volunteers will complete an induction training course, which will involve becoming a PVG scheme member. Once successfully completed, volunteers will then be matched though a group work selection process to encourage relationships to develop naturally . If you are interested in this opportunity please get in touch with us ideally by phone or email using the contact details on this page. We need volunteers as part of our team. we can’t do it without you!

Coordinators place our iconic boxes locally as part of their daily life and every few months tally up the funds before paying them in to Guide Dogs. You'll develop relationships with your local shops, businesses and other groups, tell them about Guide Dogs and persuade them to host one of our boxes.

What does the role involve? • Identifying locations to distribute My Guide service literature within the local area e.g. libraries, local organisations and eye clinics • Helping find, plan and attend; information days, meetings or talks within the local area to promote the service to; people with sight loss, potential volunteers and potential referral sources • Working with relevant staff to research and identify media opportunities to target volunteer recruitment and user engagement within your local area • Utilise case studies from partnerships within the local area to promote the service • Act as an ambassador for Guide Dogs by promoting its services and demonstrating the Guide Dogs family values • Develop a My Guide community in your area by organising events for volunteers and customers to interact with each other • Checking ID documents of potential volunteers for use in disclosure checks Location: Home based and travel within specified regions What skills or experience are required? • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Able to effectively contribute to team working with other volunteers and staff • Able to work independently with minimal supervision • Act in a non-judgemental way, without discrimination • Experience of sight loss would be an advantage but not necessary as all training will be provided • Experience of marketing and/or recruitment would be an advantage What will I get out of it? • An opportunity to share your enthusiasm for volunteering and meet with a variety of local groups and people • Make a massive difference to people in your community • Opportunity to meet and interact with other Guide dogs volunteers • Become a valued and integral member of Guide Dogs • Have a direct impact on people with a visual impairment in local community What support / training will I get? • Regular and ongoing support from your supervisor • Support, information, training and resources to enable you to undertake your role safely and effectively • Payment of all out of pocket expenses • An opportunity to take part in general Guide Dogs volunteer training and development that is available • An introduction into safe sighted guiding skills and visual impairment awareness Will I need to do a Disclosure check? No, not for this volunteer role Minimum Age: 18

What does the role involve? • Provide sighted guide assistance on a regular basis to people living with sight loss to help them achieve their goals (commonly weekly) • The lengths of partnerships vary, from 6 weeks to 12months+, your availability will be matched with a suitable customer • Undertake all elements of My Guide training (approximately 2 days) • Support access to local services and facilities in their local community • Provide regular feedback on progress and any issues that arise to your line manager • Provide the My Guide role at agreed times/location based on the mutually agreed activity plan • Maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to safeguarding procedures

You will volunteer alongside the Community Hub Engagement coordinator and provide admin support. This will include data input into excel, helping to produce reports and sourcing & collating info from the other 5 CHSS Community Hubs by phone & email. Skills needed. - Confident in using Excel - Happy to send and receive email - Good telephone skills - Social Media experience would be helpful but not essential. The role will take a round 4 hours a week and will be based in the CHSS Community Hub in Wishaw. Full training will be given and support from both store team, Community Hub Team & ICT Team will be provided. We can be flexible with when these 4 hours are delivered, but would be keen to keep to a regular pattern.

Volunteer required to work in café helping with serving customers, preparing food and ensuring a tidy and safe environment for the public.

Asda supermarket in Motherwell has invited The Haven to hold a bag packing and bucket collection. The event will take place from 11am – 3.30pm within Asda supermarket. We have the opportunity to have up to 10 volunteers on location. If you could spare a 1hr or more we would love to have you on board. Volunteers will be located at the checkouts, offering to pack customer’s shopping, hand out Haven leaflets and share information with them about The Haven. If you are interested in helping make this fantastic opportunity for The Haven a tremendous success please speak to Scott or Lyndsey-Anne on 01698 727505 or email us at events@thehavencentre.com.

Volunteer Retail Assistants are required to help out in the Cancer Research UK Shop in Airdrie. Tasks will include serving customers, operating the till, assisting with shop display and stock management, and general shop duties. (full details to be added).

Help others to become healthier and happier by leading our health walks. The walks are free, short and gentle, making it easier for people to become more active. Apart from taking people on a walk, walk leaders will welcome new walkers, give route information (where, how long / how far, hazards), encourage some social activity and deal with a bit of paperwork. Optional activities are assisting with promoting the walks and planning and risk assessing new routes. It is up to individual volunteers to decide how much they want to commit, but to ensure some continuity we would ask that you consider your availability for leading walks before doing the health walk leader training day.

The North Lanarkshire Befriending Project are looking for volunteers to help support vulnerable young people aged 8-18 in the local area through one to one outings. With social isolation, inequality and child poverty on the rise, the need for befrienders to help offer support to a child is higher than ever. Volunteers give a young person a positive role model in their life by passing on their skills and experience, enabling them to try new things and simply providing them with a few hours of fun. Your young person may have experienced social isolation, bullying, domestic abuse or neglect, parental drug and alcohol abuse, may have learning difficulties, may be a young offender, or any combination of these. By giving up just a couple of hours every fortnight, you could make a real difference where it is needed most. Volunteers are recruited, trained and matched 1-1 with a young person, meeting them on a regular basis and participating in fun activities within the local community. Victims of circumstance, vulnerable young people often benefit from an adult befriender who they can talk to and trust. Our project has helped many young people in the past with their social skills, self-esteem, school attendance/performance, resilience, personal safety/health and relationships. As a volunteer, you would have the satisfaction of helping a young person in need, increasing your own confidence, enhancing your skills and experience – all the while having fun as you do so! Please email james.donnelly@volunteeringmatters.org.uk or telephone 01698-574-576 to apply.