We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Tasks will include; • Helping to organising events • Set up and clear away • Helping out with stands at events and party’s such as cake stands • General fundraising PVG is required for this role

Spring Back helps victims through bullying, following up cases to a satisfactory conclusion. This involves referring to appropriate services such as police, schools and social work.

Volunteer Board Members required for VASA, which is a diverse and growing South Ayrshire based charity which offer a range of services to the local community, Social Enterprises and charities. The services we deliver impact on our stakeholders in terms of engagement, connectivity, capacity building, sustainability, and also ensuring everyone in South Ayrshire can access meaningful volunteering opportunities. In addition we offer a range of services that are provided through our social enterprises that impact on our customers in terms of wellbeing, lifelong learning and prevention. Commitment is 2 – 4 hours per month with meeting taking place on the last Monday of the month between 17.30 and 19.30 at our office base in Ayr.

The participation support volunteer role will assist in providing and supporting a variety of fun activities for children and young people age 8 - 18 with care experience (eg a child or young person may be in foster care, residential care, looked after at home or kinship care) on a fortnightly basis at our group in Ayr. The group runs on a Tuesday after school at 4.30 – 6.30pm at The Domain. Participation Support Volunteer: Purpose and Aims of the role This role will involve interacting with children and young people aged 8 - 18 years via a variety of activities eg arts/crafts/DJ workshops/sport/games/general youth work at our fortnightly 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 to have fun • 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 (Not essential) • A knowledge of issues affecting children and young people • Ability to work well with children • Good communication and listening skills • Ability to encourage and motivate children and young people to participate in activities. • Any specific interests in arts/drama/sports/music/games etc 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 When will I be needed? • Regular groups and events Location Ayr – South Ayrshire What will I gain from the role? • A sense of satisfaction in helping children and young people build their confidence and self-esteem to achieve their full potential • Practical experience of working with young people • Experience to get back into the workplace or education • Have fun! What support will I be given? • Induction and child protection training • Role specific training • Expenses – all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed • Supervision and support from your manager / coordinator Additional Information For all roles involving regulated work with children and young people, applicants will be required to submit a PVG Scheme Record or a PVG Scheme Record Update application. This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG Scheme.

Kyle Stroke Group is an independent, self-funding group managed entirely by members and volunteers. It's about meeting new people, sharing knowledge, outings and activities as well as boosting self-esteem and general wellbeing. We need more wonderful volunteers to keep our groups going. Volunteers should be able to talk and chat to the members, get involved and help out where they can. The group like quiz's, dominos and other activities so it would be nice to have volunteers that can help out with the games and whatever else is going on to create a friendly, supportive and informal environment.

Help make today matter by supporting the Hospice as a Volunteer Driver within the Patient Transport Team. We are looking for friendly, flexible individuals who would be willing to travel throughout Ayrshire. Volunteer drivers transport patients and carers to and from the hospice. There are occasions when the team take patients outwith Ayrshire. If you are interested you should have a valid UK driving licence and have your own car (preferably 5 doors). How much time do I need to give? Monday to Friday (flexible) - able to commit to a weekly rota. How do I apply? For informal enquiries please contact Paula Burns, Charge Nurse on Paula.Burns@ayrshirehospice.org. Complete our application form which you can download here https://www.ayrshirehospice.org/join-team/staff-recruitment/current-vacancies-volunteers/volunteer-drivers/ and return it to the Ayrshire Hospice by post or by email to recruitment@ayrshirehospice.org. Closing date: Thursday 2nd May Download the full role description here https://www.ayrshirehospice.org/media/143909/driver.pdf Thank you for your interest.

You have a great chance to join our exciting new ‘Hearing Forces’ team to help offer advice and support to veterans aged 65 or over, their families and carers with hearing loss or tinnitus. You will be providing life changing support to veterans specifically by providing hearing aid maintenance and support, information and advice, hearing screening, promoting helpful equipment and signposting other services that can help them. It can take as little as 2hrs of your time per month to make a difference. You will receive ongoing support from both your project manager and team in addition to receiving training from local audiology services, learning new skills. In our recent volunteer satisfaction survey, 91% of volunteers said they would recommend us as a good place to volunteer, and 94% agreed that they found their volunteer role motivating and interesting. What skills would be useful to have? · Knowledge of or willingness to learn about issues affecting deaf and hard of hearing people. · Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the veteran communities. · Friendly, reliable and approachable manner. · Ability to listen to questions and to answer appropriately. · Happy to work with a wide range of people especially the elderly.

Either using your own car or a Red Cross vehicle, you will offer door-to-door assistance for those in need, providing freedom of travel for those with mobility problems. You will help people get to medical appointments, carry out everyday essentials like shopping, or even just to get out of the house and socialise. Besides transport, we can also provide an escort who, if necessary, will stay with a client throughout their journey. > Taking someone on a short trip or helping them run errands, providing door-to-door assistance for an appointment or visit > Offering a trained volunteer escort and conveying passengers safely from their starting point to their final destination either in BRC vehicles or in the driver’s own vehicle > Accompanying someone on a public transport journey, enabling clients to keep appointments safely and efficiently

We sell your generously donated good quality clothes, accessories, and homewares to raise money to fight poverty and suffering. Oxfam volunteers are encouraged to learn new skills and update the ones they already have. Everyone has the opportunity to work in all areas of the shop and commit to anything from 4 hours.

South Ayrshire Escape from Homelessness (SeAscape) is a charity which provides help to people who are homeless or in housing need across South Ayrshire. Seascape is run by a voluntary Board of Trustees who are also Directors of the Company. We believe that an exciting future is in prospect for SeAscape as we develop our ability to make a difference to the lives of our service users. This year marks our 20th Anniversary and as we look to the future, we are looking to recruit new enthusiastic and committed Board Members/Trustees to join our current Board of Directors to work with our Chair and Chief Executive to take forward the vision and mission of SeAscape. We expect that our new Board Members/Trustees will help provide strategic leadership and help to raise the profile of SeAscape throughout our area of operation and beyond. If you have a passion for helping people in need and a track record that shows you can fulfil the role successfully, we’d love to hear from you. For an informal discussion of the role and what it involves, please contact our CEO in the first instance – brian.corrigan@seascapeayr.co.uk

Sorting out food and weighing, rotating dates. Making up food box's Delivering to hubs Collect from supermarkets & other shops Drivers need to be over 30yrs old. Need to be physically fit training given

prepare soil for planting of flowers maintain the grass using a petrol lawnmower Plant and develop the green space around the centre Wedding

Evening Activities for Adults (age 16+) with Learning Disabilities Full Description of Opportunity: We are looking for volunteers help run our weekly evening activities Activities include: Tuesday: Pool, Welfare Benefit Help, Learning Group 7:00pm to 9:00pm Wednesday: Disco, Arts & Crafts, IT Skills 7:00pm to 9:30pm Thursday: Drama Group 7:30pm to 9:00pm Friday: Swimming 8:00pm to 9:00pm Our evening activities are all about having a good time, meeting up with friends, having fun, while taking part in social activities together. We are seeking volunteers to join in with our members, to encourage, support & interact with them and give them the help and attention they need to get the most out of these social activities. If you have any skillset that isn’t mentioned above and would like to discuss introducing it to our evening activities, please contact us!

Mentoring & Befriending – Adults with Learning Disabilities (age 16+) Full Description of Opportunity: This project is to help adults with Learning Disabilities integrate and springboard with confidence into their communities. We aim to reduce isolation and loneliness, support them to make the most of their lives, promote independence and build links in their local community. MENTORS: To provide 1:1 support to help mentee learn, develop and achieve their goals, aspirations, gain community links and access resources. BEFRIENDERS: To provide 1:1 supportive friendship, provide a listening ear, share activities and access social activities and events within their local community. We are looking for a commitment to these adults to help increase their confidence, self-esteem and resilience. Please note that the times are ‘as and when required’ however we also have a weekly 'Drop In Help Group' every Thursday from 10am to 12noon that we are seeking Mentors for also.

The aim when the project starts is to provide access to cycling for all sections of the community. Includes electric and manual bikes, adapted bikes and a piloted electric trike. Also looking to have route maps and guided rides, skills workshops incorporating cycle skills and maintenance skills. Another aim is to engage supported parts of the community in recognised cycle maintenance training giving a recognised qualification. Initially this will be assisting with the hiring of cycles. Checking bike worthiness forms prior to hiring out. Making sure the customer is fully aware of the mechanics of the bike, either electric or manual so that they are capable of riding the bike away safely. Volunteers would also assist with getting customers to sign declaration form in relation to the road worthiness of the bike prior to hire and also the return condition liability on their part including safety advice in relation to wearing suitable clothing, a helmet and hi vis vest. All bikes would be hired with helmet and hi vis vest. As the project grows there will be further opportunities down the line to participate in a cycle mechanic course giving a recognised cycle industry qualification.

We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Tasks will include; • Driving Mini bus • Taking residents to an outing • Helping out at the activity or day trip is you can • Returning residents to the care home • Driving residents to and from appointments PVG is required for this role

Working within the shop either out the back sorting goods, tagging and labelling or on the shop floor. Working on the till is not essential however training can be given as and when you feel confident enough to do this.

TARDIS 'Youth Club'– 6.30pm to 8.30pm Full Description of Opportunity: We are looking for volunteers to help provide a dedicated youth facility for young people (age 16-24) to enhance their social opportunities. Our Youth Club will provide various activities eg. pool, fuseball, music instrument tuition, singing, drama, arts & crafts, jewellery making, disco’s, movie & popcorn nights etc. We are looking for a commitment to befriend these young adults on a weekly basis to help increase their confidence, self-esteem and resilience. We are also trying to reduce their social isolation by seeking out opportunities to enable them to access positive social activities within their local community. This new Youth Club is an ideal time for volunteers to come onboard - we would welcome your input & ideas into the club and what you feel that you could bring to our group – the above activities are examples, we are open to ALL ideas!! We have a fantastic group of young adults who are ready to try lots of different activities and to learn new skills and have fun! They just need you to help give them encouragement, support and help find their hidden talents, working towards being more independent and socially included! TARDIS will begin on 03 September 2018.

Most tutors work with one student. You will be given a Learning Plan: what they need to learn and suggested materials to use. You plan the session, work through it and write up a brief account of it. Homework is set and the next stage discussed with the student. You usually work for one hour per week. Some tutors support a Community Learning Assistant. In this case, they give support to students, like a classroom assistant would do. You receive 30 hours training over a 10 week period, but may start tutoring before the training if there is a student available. Competent to at least standard grade in reading, writing and counting. (computing is optional) Patient, Friendly, Methodical, Committed. Likes People.

You would be seeing client along with another tutor, with two clients per tutor. You will be given a Learning Plan: what they need to learn and suggested materials to use. You plan the session, work through it and write up a brief account of it. Homework is set and the next stage discussed with the student. You usually work for one hour per week. Some tutors support a Community Learning Assistant. In this case, they give support to students, like a classroom assistant would do. You receive 30 hours training over a 10 week period, but may start tutoring before the training if there is a student available. Competent to at least standard grade in reading, writing and counting. (computing is optional) Patient, Friendly, Methodical, Committed. Likes People.

> Helping out with research or admin tasks when the office is busy > Providing marketing, IT or business experience on an ongoing basis > Supporting a variety of departments with whatever work needs doing This role is key to the organisation and will help you make a great contribution to the work of the British Red Cross. Whether it is helping out with a particular service when they’re busy, lending a hand in IT or marketing or undertaking tasks around one of our centres, you will get involved in a great cause. You will be bringing some of your own knowledge and experience to the role and you will also have the chance to develop workplace skills. u need to have good interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills although full training can be given for any technical requirements. We keep the beneficiary at the heart of what we do, working to understand their needs and the difference we make. Also someone who is: > Responsible, organised, reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team > Available to help out with a variety of tasks as agreed > Interested in learning more about the organisation and the humanitarian world > Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society’s Equal Opportunities Policy

Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme is a local charity, founded in 1985, which provides a relief service for carers. The voluntary Management Committee is responsible for the Scheme’s operation. A manager, two assistant managers (1 FTE), and an administration assistant are employed to run the service. The service is provided by about 40 Care Attendants (all part time, mostly employees, a few volunteers). Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme is a Scottish Company Limited by Guarantee (SC 156846) and a Scottish Charity (SC 002548). The Management Committee currently consists of 10 people. It meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm in a meeting room at Biggart Hospital, Prestwick (where the office is located). There are three sub-committees which also meet monthly. There is a vacancy for someone with medical, paramedical or nursing experience to join the Management Committee and to serve on the sub-committee which supports the scheme’s manager with advice on medical policies and procedures and supports staff with advice when incidents occur.

As a volunteer mentor you will attend our robust training package which is around 21 hours (this can be done at days and times to suit volunteer) you will cover child protection, health and safety within your training. you will be matched to a mentee aged 8 - 14 years that are living at home under a supervision order. They will have social work involvement. You will be expected to take your mentee out in the community to help improve confidence and opportunities. You will have access to any in house training Barbados provide. This is a great form of work experience and looks great on a CV

#BUYMSH Appeal - Help us build a new 21st century Malcolm Sargent House in Ayrshire for children, young people and their families living with cancer and other life altering illnesses in the UK. We have an excellent opportunity to spread the word on MSH with a bucket collection at Dobbies Garden Centre, Ayr, every weekend. We currently have 2 people on each shift am/pm. Volunteers can update the community on our progress & how this will impact them, help us with communication/engagement skills. #BuyMSH will be able to update and reach more people in the community face-to-face whilst at the same time collecting money to help us build the house.

Plant trees Cut back rhododendrons Repair or replace the tarmac sections of the path through the woods Pick up litter Engage local groups Maintenance Generate natural fencing Host events Planting parties Upgrade play area to include facilities for disabled children Adult exercise area Install a trim-trail around the paths Put up signs around the wood Get involved in wildlife walks

The aim of this role is to place the person at the centre of what we do and help them get through a crisis by offering positive encouragement, practical help and emotional support, for a few days or for longer, depending on their needs. The IL Service Volunteer will be the ‘point of contact’ for the service user and will enable them to access the services they require to alleviate the crisis and move on with their lives. The IL Service Volunteer will support the person to meet their goals and outcomes. > Visiting the service user in hospital with a view to supporting their discharge > Transporting the service user home from hospital > Visiting the service user on their arrival home from hospital and settling them in > Keeping someone company for a few hours at a time > Helping the person to regain independence by supporting them with practical tasks such as shopping, collecting prescriptions and light meal preparation > Sitting with the service user and relieving the relative or carer of continuous care > Keeping paper records of contact and activities undertaken with the service user > Referring the service user to mobility aids and to other external services as appropriate

A Mobility Aids Spoke Volunteer will be on hand to deal with wheelchair requests and enter details onto a database. This key role will enable people to return home after an illness or surgery and help them to remain independent or go on a holiday or trip with friends or family. The beneficiary is at the centre of everything we do. > Taking calls and enquiries from people wanting to borrow a wheelchair > Giving information about other Red Cross services, where appropriate > Updating service user records and other administrative tasks using computer based systems > Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs > Receiving and recording donations > Please read this role description in conjunction with the Mutual Expectations document, which will be given to you and discussed at interview > This role requires volunteers to have a Criminal Records check (DBS / PVG / Access NI)

SeAscape helps homeless and disadvantaged people find private accommodation. If they cannot afford the deposit, we stand as a guarantor and let them pay it up gradually over 12 months. Our interviewers help our clients complete our application form and chat to them about their circumstances and how we may be able to help them.

This role involves looking after our received goods. Activities would involve sprucing up sofas and beds and various items with a freshen up before distribution to our clients. Other activities would involve “staging” furniture in terms of laying out sofas, occasional furniture and soft furnishings like lamps, curtains, ornaments etc. Keeping an updated inventory, including photographs of the furniture. Volunteers would require to have a reasonable level of fitness for this role.

Charity Shop work. Volunteers required to work on shop floor in retail environment working the till, creating displays, merchandising, replenishing stock. Also store work through back sorting donated goods and preparing them for sales.

Youth Cafe Overview: The Youth Café at The Carrick Centre engages with young people within their community and supports them to realise their full potential. It helps young people to address life's challenges both critically and creatively. Main responsibilities: To facilitate and participate in games, activities and discussions with young people. To build a rapport with young people and listen to their concerns. To assist with necessary programme set-up and clean-up. To supervise young people and ensure general health & safety and rules of conduct. We need help every: Thursday from 7.30pm - 9.15pm (S1, S2 & S3) Sunday from 6.00pm - 8.15pm (P4-P7) There are also opportunities to complete accredited training free of charge.

Someone who will enable a socially isolated young person, the opportunity to access local group activities provided by SABP and provide transport to and from them. This will help a young person build friendships with peers and also help develop the young person’s confidence and social skills in a group setting. TASKS • To transport up to 3 young people at one time, as and when required by the Project to and from activities • To maintain effective communication with the Project • To be aware of the Project’s policies and procedures and adhere to them • To comply with the Project’s administrative procedures

As a Buddy you will enable the young person the opportunity to access amenities within the community and different activities. This will help the young person develop social skills, independence and also help develop the young person’s confidence and ability to form positive relationships with peers TASKS • To be matched on a 1:1 basis with a socially isolated young person with a medical diagnosis • To participate in fortnightly outings with the young person at a time to suit the volunteer • To participate where possible in monthly group outings (minimum of 4 per annum) & volunteer support sessions • To participate in regular review meetings and maintain effective communication with the Project • To develop and maintain positive relationship with young person & encourage them to attend regular group activities • To be aware of the Project’s policies and procedures and adhere to them • To comply with Project’s administrative procedures * A minimum commitment of 6 months

On the course duties would be the basics at the start- raking bunkers, divotting fairways and litter collection. Possibly moving on to some other duties later on depending on experience.

Kyle Stroke Group is an independent, self-funding group managed entirely by members and volunteers. Kyle Stroke Club is about meeting new people, sharing knowledge, outings and activities as well as boosting self-esteem and general wellbeing but we need drivers to help people to get to the group. Volunteer drivers use their own car to collect clients and transport them to and from group meetings. Clients may need support getting in and out of the car. The Driver will then stay at the group until it finishes and take the clients home.

Practical conservation is a varied role that will give you the opportunity to discover new skills. Tasks will planting shrubs and wildflowers to benefit wildlife, removing invasive plant species, building wildlife homes and creating new features in Belleisle Park Every second Wednesday 10.30am - 2pm

We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Tasks will include; • Creating new activities • Supporting our residents to participate in activities • Helping to organise outings and day trips • Ensuring all residents are safe when going on outings and day trips • Assist with indoor entertainment and activities PVG is required for this role

We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Gardening tasks will include; • Weeding • Planting • General tidy up of the gardens • Assist some residents to pot plants and develop ideas to get them involved PVG is required for this role

General Volunteer role will include: - Talking to Cafe customers - Ensuring it is a positive and safe environment for all users - Preparing the room for visitor to Cafe Hope - Ensuring your station is tidy and usable - The ability to think of new ideas to be used at Cafe Hope Kitchen Volunteer role will include: - Preparing hot and cold food - Keeping a tidy environment at all times - Ensuring that you adhere to food hygiene and health and safety guidelines - Leaving the kitchen clean and tidy, this will include washing up, mopping and sweeping

South Ayrshire Sports Council is a voluntary body whose purpose is to encourage interest and participation in sport within South Ayrshire. We can financially assist affiliated local sports clubs and individuals to improve personal performance and to qualify coaches, officials etc up to £200 We recognise sporting achievement and the work of the volunteer by hosting Annual Sports Awards We produce a Sports Directory listing all affiliated local clubs, highlighting access for people with disabilities We provide a forum to enable sports clubs to meet and discuss their activities and problems with a view to assisting one another in enhancing activities available in South Ayrshire We can sponsor competitions, championships, coaching initiatives and other events Role summary: Attend meetings every 6 weeks to assist in the running of Sport in South Ayrshire. Take part in discussions on grants to individuals and clubs. Take and prepare minutes of meetings. www.sayrsportsc.co.uk

For The Prince's Trust mentoring is "The provision of personal support, assistance, encouragement and inspiration to young people during and following our programmes, particularly at a time of transition and typically over a sustained period of time." Progression Mentors provide mentoring support to young people when they finish a Trust programme for a three to six-month period. It is to help them move into employment, training, education or volunteering and also make the most of the opportunities whilst in employment. It is about guidance and helping young people to find and translate information, understand problems, identify solutions and implement action plans.

Spring Back helps victims through bullying, following up cases to a satisfactory conclusion. This involves referring to appropriate services such as police, schools and social work.

Community Companions, part of VASA, are looking for you! We are looking for volunteers who would like help socially isolated old people access community activities that they may otherwise not be able to get to. The role of volunteer makes a difference to their lives, for some it is their only chance to get out and about during the week. You will offer a listening ear and encouragement to help the clients socially integrate. Your role will be to drive the VASA car to pick up older people from their homes and accompany them to community activities in South Ayrshire. You then return the clients home after the event. The cars are equipped with sat nav and a mobile phone, so you may be in contact with the office in case of any problems. At the start of the day you will pick up the car from our office and return it at the end of each day. You will complete a form for any problems arising during the day. The car will be fuelled overnight as required. At the start of the day you will be given a list of people, their addresses, and the time and place of their appointments during the day.

Café Volunteers required to help run our visitor centre cafe, covering mostly lunchtime and afternoons during the week. (volunteers normally cover 1-2 shifts a week, but we are very flexible) Opportunity to study level 2 or 3 customer service, retail, and basic food hygiene certificates. Whether you are looking for experience to add to your CV or have some time to spare and would like to support our charity, now is the time to get involved! We have some exciting times ahead and are seeking support in several areas. Our café support requires serving customers hot and cold drinks, preparing and serving sandwiches, toasties and cakes. You'll also greet all visitors to the castle and issue them with tickets and look after our small retail area. Once you get here you might find other roles are of interest, we will happily support you! Please drop in your CV or call for an informal chat Tel: 01563 851489

Excellent opportunity to have a role helping to run a parent/carer and preschool age children group. • The group runs weekly on a Tuesday morning. • Required to set up play areas. • Plan and run activities for the children. • Help to advertise and host events. • Help to fundraise for group

Preparing teas, coffees and soft drinks Serving customers Use of the till Setting up and clearing of tables in cafe area

Carrick Tots is a very busy Parent and toddler group that is housed within The Carrick Centre. It is run one morning per week on a Tuesday. We require a motivated individual to take on the management of the group. Responsible for promotion of the Group and its activities. Organise activities such as Arts and Crafts, messy play etc. Set up hall with soft play, toys etc. Prepare teas and coffees and snacks for the children. Co-ordinate other volunteers. Organise parties and events. Clear down at the end of session. Manage budgets and monies. PVG required for this role

A Volunteer Befriender will provide quality time on a regular basis and be there to talk to, support and listen to a child/young person aged 12 and under. They will engage in 1:1 work with the child/young person to support them to gain new experiences, increase their confidence, self-esteem and socialisation skills. Befriending offers the child/young person the opportunity to have someone to listen to them and support them in practical tasks and life skills accessing resources in the community, eg groups and activities.

A Volunteer Parent Buddy will provide quality time on a regular basis and be there to talk to, support and listen to a vulnerable adult. They will engage in 1:1 work with this person and support them to gain new experiences, increase their confidence and socialisation skills. Befriending offers the person an opportunity to have someone to support them in practical tasks and life skills accessing resources in the community, eg groups and activities.

Providing support and information to victims of crime, in their homes, on the telephone and in our office. Helping with administration. Serving on local committees, using fundraising or other life experiences.

This opportunity is within the Shelter's busy retail outlet in Prestwick. The opportunity would involve serving customers, sorting through donations to sort clothing, bric-a-brac; books etc. After training volunteers, if they wished, could be Till operators. steam clothing, tag clothing ready for shop floor. Working till, service customers, keeping shop floor tidy, clean and stocked of new goods. All persons will be shown how to do any job that they wish to do.

• Talking to customers and making them feel welcome in the shop. • Advising and helping people as they shop. • Operating the till (optional) • Answering customer enquiries. • Keeping an eye on the security of the shop. • Receiving / processing / sorting / displaying stock to generate sales (including placing clothes on hangers, arranging bric-a-brac etc.). • Distribute ‘Thank you’ letters to those donating goods to the shop • Liaise with Shop Supervisor on tasks for the day and follow Supervisor’s requests • Keep the shop tidy and hazard free, be mindful of floor space • Be observant, friendly, pleasant and helpful to others • Maintain confidentiality at all times Interested please call Tom or Alan on: 01292 265304

Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme is a local charity, founded in 1985, which provides a relief service for carers. The voluntary Management Committee is responsible for the Scheme’s operation. A manager, two assistant managers (1 FTE), and an administration assistant are employed to run the service. The service is provided by about 40 Care Attendants (all part time, mostly employees, a few volunteers). Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme is a Scottish Company Limited by Guarantee (SC 156846) and a Scottish Charity (SC 002548). The Management Committee currently consists of 10 people. It meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm in a meeting room at Biggart Hospital, Prestwick (where the office is located). There are three sub-committees which also meet monthly. There is a vacancy for someone with Personnel/Human Resource knowledge and experience to join the Management Committee and to serve on the sub-committee which supports the Scheme’s manager with advice on Personnel/HR policies and procedures, and on payroll matters.

You have a great chance to join our Hear to Inform and Connect project to help us provide information to older people with hearing loss, to ensure they feel better informed, better connected and empowered to take action to manage their hearing loss. Our team of Information Officers and trained volunteers provide information in community settings across Scotland. You will be delivering deaf awareness sessions, giving presentations and talks, and raising awareness for Action on Hearing Loss Scotland. Constant support will be provided by your project manager and team in addition to training and induction sessions when you begin. In our recent volunteer satisfaction survey, 91% of volunteers said they would recommend us as a good place to volunteer, and 94% agreed that they found their volunteer role motivating and interesting. We're very ambitious about shaping a better future for the 945,000 people who are deaf or have a hearing loss across Scotland. You can help us make a real difference to people affected in your community by sharing your skills, experience, energy, enthusiasm and commitment. We couldn’t help the people we do without the support of our wonderful volunteers. What skills would be useful to have? · Willing to learn, or have existing knowledge about issues affecting deaf and hard of hearing people, particularly older people; · Friendly, reliable and approachable manner; · Happy to work with a wide range of people especially the elderly; · Confidence in speaking to individuals, groups and professionals.

Ayr & Troon Company is one of the busiest companies within St Andrew’s and have hundreds of local public events each year as well as national events that require cover. Volunteers will be expected to attend public events as part of St Andrew’s First Aid and provide high quality first aid support to participants in any event and members of the public attending the event. You will also be required to attend training sessions to learn and maintain the necessary skills required to provide the high standard of care St Andrew’s First Aid expects from all of its volunteers. As well as providing first aid cover for duties as a first aider/driver you may be required at times to drive 1 of the 2 mobile first aid posts we have. I of which can be driven on a normal driving license and the other can only be driven if you have a C1 license. To apply please visit: https://www.firstaid.org.uk/volunteering/

The intention of this project is to alleviate distress and isolation for those people who have served their country, as well as their dependents, who may now be finding it difficult to navigate their way through an increasingly complicated world. The objective is to develop a network of well trained and supported volunteers through which comradeship will be offered to all of those people who require it. The service will be needs-led, in that we aim to respond to the changing needs of our clients, rather than insisting on a resource-led 'one size fits all' service. The service that we offer might take the form of a fortnightly visit for tea and company, or a weekly session to help with a more specific issue, such as supporting the client to fill in forms and access services. Perhaps the client could benefit from more intensive, more frequent support at some times, and then be content with just a phone call at other times. In return for your time and commitment, we will provide you with training, development and comprehensive support, as well as the satisfaction of knowing that you are providing an invaluable service to people in need. I am here to manage, support and oversee the service delivery in our area and so I can promise that at no stage will you feel unsure of your role or your value.

The participation support volunteer role will assist in providing and supporting a variety of fun activities for children and young people age 8 - 18 with care experience (eg a child or young person may be in foster care, residential care, looked after at home or kinship care) on a fortnightly basis at our group in Girvan. The group runs on a Thursday after school at 4.30 – 6.30pm at The Carrick Opportunity centre. Participation Support Volunteer: Purpose and Aims of the role This role will involve interacting with young people aged 8 - 18 years via a variety of activities eg arts/crafts/DJ workshops/sport/games/general youth work at our fortnightly 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 to have fun • 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 (Not essential) • A knowledge of issues affecting children and young people • Ability to work well with children • 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 When will I be needed? • Regular groups and events Location Girvan – South Ayrshire What will I gain from the role? • A sense of satisfaction in helping children and young people build their confidence and self-esteem to achieve their full potential • Practical experience of working with young people • Experience to get back into the workplace or education • Have fun! What support will I be given? • Induction and child protection training • Role specific training • Expenses – all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed • Supervision and support from your manager / coordinator Additional Information For all roles involving regulated work with children and young people, applicants will be required to submit a PVG Scheme Record or a PVG Scheme Record Update application. This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG Scheme.

The Project facilitates 12 group outings per annum for socially isolated young people aged between 8 & 18, living in South Ayrshire. TASKS • To participate where possible in monthly group outings & volunteer opportunity to attend regular support sessions, training information sessions and social events • To be aware of the Project’s policies and procedures and adhere to them • To comply with Project’s administrative procedures Essential Requirements • Attend and successfully complete 12 hr initial volunteer training course • Become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme • Be sufficiently independent to meet travel requirements, by walking, public transport or car • Be comfortable working on YOUR own independently and in group settings • Be able to seek advice and support from a Co-ordinator when necessary

As a Befriender you will enable the young person the opportunity to access amenities within the community and different activities. This will help the young person develop social skills, independence and also help develop the young person’s confidence and ability to form positive relationships with peers TASKS • To be matched on a 1:1 basis with a socially isolated young person • To participate in fortnightly outings with the young person at a time to suit the volunteer • To participate in regular review meetings and maintain effective communication with the Project • To develop and maintain positive relationship with young person & encourage to attend monthly group outings/activities • To be aware of the Project’s policies and procedures and adhere to them • To comply with Project’s administrative procedures

This opportunity is for a retail assistant to help with the day to day running of their premises in 38 Newmarket Street in Ayr, dealing with the public in a friendly and helpful manner.

FreshAyr CIC is a socially engaged art practice to connect people with place creatively. Aspiring to encourage every aspect of creativity as important: from low commitment skills to high-end aspirational arts. That provides opportunities to ALL members of society without discrimination through active creative engagement. We are working towards reviving Ayr Town Centre through creating a Cultural Hive filled with art projects, workshops, events, inclusive and engaging all people in Ayr. Funding Officer is responsible for securing funding for projects to ensure that they can go ahead. The role includes: • Researching possible sources of funding. • Maintaining their own funding database. • Putting together and giving presentations. • Attending meetings with relevant and interested parties. • Working with budgets and analysing statistics. • Monitoring the progress of funding applications. • Writing reports.

We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Meet and Greet will include; • Filing and photocopying • Answering phones • Taking and passing on messages • Greeting visitors and family members • Answering door • Making teas and coffees for residents and visitors • Running errands and posting letters PVG is required for this role

We have a range of opportunities to suit volunteers' availability, skills and interests. Our volunteers are a wonderful asset to our team and residents, whether they’re simply popping in for a chat or helping our residents to learn something new, the role they play is so important to us. Volunteering is a great way for us to support our residents to stay connected with their local communities and have the special one-to-one time and stimulation that volunteers can offer. Not all of our residents have family or friends who can visit them regularly so volunteers can offer a valuable link to the wider world, by giving their attention to individual residents, or by sharing their skills and experiences with a small group. We welcome volunteers who want to help, including supporting our residents with leisure and social activities, befriending, gardening and maintenance, driving, helping with events, clerical and administration support and in the kitchen. Queens is situated in the stunning seafront resort of Prestwick Town, boasting lovely views over the beach and promenade. Our dedicated team provides a range of care and support for our residents, including residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care. Befriending tasks will include; • Listening and chatting to the befriendee • Making cups of tea • Encouraging, motivation skills • Some 1-2-1 engagement maybe required • Reading letters, playing cards and other activities • Encouraging participation in activities • Being flexible to meet befriendees needs PVG is required for this role

The Witness Service, based at Ayr Sheriff Court, helps people through the judicial process by providing practical and emotional support. Witness Service volunteers will be required to undertake to: • Receive briefing from staff member prior to court starting • Offer information about and explain court procedures to victims and witnesses attending court that day • Carry out a court familiarisation visit before a trial starts • Support victims and witnesses in court on the day of the trial • Support the family and friends of victims and witnesses • Liaise with court officials on behalf of victims and witnesses • Feedback to staff member at the end of the day and throughout the day if required In order to take on this role volunteers are required to: • Undertake a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check • Provide 2 satisfactory references • Successfully complete 3 day volunteer foundation training • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Confidentiality Agreement • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Declaration of Commitment to Data Protection • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Volunteer Agreement This is a very interesting and fulfilling role with out of pocket expenses covered and substantial training and support provided. The lower age restriction - because life skills are required to cope in the court environment, and the upper age is set by insurance limitations. This opportunity requires good communication skills; ability to work as part of a team, be a good listener and understand the need for confidentiality.

Culzean Castle 260ha estate was once the playground of David Kennedy, 10th Earl of Cassillis – a man who was keen to impress with his wealth and status. The castle, perched on the Ayrshire cliffs, was designed by Robert Adam in the late 18th century and is filled to the turrets with treasures that tell the stories of the people who lived there. Our volunteers help us look after our wonderful Castle & Country Park by welcoming visitors from around the world and ensure that they have a fantastic experience while visiting. Volunteer events assistants are our friendly faces for those who come to experience the wide range of events held at the Castle throughout the year, whether Easter Egg Trails, fun dog events or spooky Halloween hauntings! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our events team to help bring our events to life. Every event is unique and will provide new opportunities for those who wish to widen their skill set and knowledge, particularly in the event sector.

Culzean Castle and Country Park are looking for volunteers to join our new volunteer practical group, Culzean Conservationists. This group is a monthly volunteer group, running the first Wednesday of the month, 10am-3pm. Our group offers the chance for people to help us look after the country park so Culzean stays a special place for people to visit and for wildlife to make their homes. We are looking for people 18yrs and over who enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, who have a keenness to learn or have skills to share to help us with a number of projects around the country park, including the removal of invasive plant species, construction and maintenance of footpaths, helping in the wildlife garden, making bird and bat boxes, beach cleaning and developing the site for the enjoyment of all. This group is also a great way to meet new and likeminded people, improve your health through keeping active, learn new and develop existing skills and improve your employment chances all whilst helping to look after one of Ayrshires most loved sites.

Help is needed to support first time hearing aid users to adjust the aid and to use it correctly. Some assistance can also be required to clean and maintain the hearing aid - particularly by those who have a problem with eyesight or manual dexterity.

We sell your generously donated good quality records and books to raise money to fight poverty and suffering. Oxfam volunteers are encouraged to learn new skills and update the ones they already have. Everyone has the opportunity to work in all areas of the shop and commit to anything from 4 hours.

This role involves collecting donations across South Ayrshire from various sources, can vary from sofas, beds, storage furniture, white goods to soft furnishings. These items are then checked and distributed to our clients’ homes across South Ayrshire. Volunteers for this role would have to be physically fit, have undergone manual handling training or be prepared to undergo the training.

Ensure the padding and fittings in the soft play area are secure make sure the safety net is at the correct tension Report and record any faults with the equipment Give the area a daily clean and tidy

The project has two parts - Carrick Sensory Play - delivering play sessions to up to 6 children and their parents/carers/school support staff on Monday mornings, and Carrick Sensory Cafe - providing a welcoming space and play opportunities to families with children of any age who have difficulty accessing ordinary places due to their special needs on Monday evenings. The role is to help develop ideas and resources to deliver the sensory play sessions. We need someone who has experience of crafting/play activities and an interest in working with children with special needs. You will research ideas for a weekly programme of themed sensory sessions (eg Rain forest, Sensory Sounds, Taste and Feel, Summer Fun, Dr Who), identify resources needed (using low cost materials where possible) and help to make resources. This will all be done in co-operation with project staff.

Ideally someone with a good command of the English language & grammar. Any qualification in English as a second language (eg: CELTA, TEFL) would be useful but not essential. Most tutors work with one student. You will be given a learning Plan; what they need to learn and suggested materials to use. You plan the session, work through it and write up a brief account of it. Homework is set and the next stage discussed with the student. You usually work for one hour per week. Some tutors support a Community Learning Assistant. In this case, they give support to students, like a classroom assistant would do. You will receive 30 hours training,(10x3) but may start tutoring before the training if there is a student available.

Hoovering, Dusting, Tagging, Steaming, General Tidying, Serving Customers, Arranging Stock, Window displays, Stock Rotation.