We are a church based community project working in the North of Ayr. Our mission includes a music group, an after school club, work within local schools and faith based outreach events. We are looking for volunteers to help us out in our afterschool programme. Volunteers can choose to do all or some of the following: - Welcoming people in the venue and helping in the registration. - Making sure participants fill in the signing sheet - Accept payment - Setting up and clearing up of the venue - Help out in activities with participants such as arts & crafts, basic cooking & baking - Help in fun activities with young participants This volunteering opportunity would be great for Saltire awards volunteers, volunteers needing experience working with children and volunteers willing to participate in groups. The ratio of participants and volunteers is always taken note of, as we do not want to overwhelm volunteers.

We are a church based community project working in the North of Ayr. Our mission includes a music group, an after school club, work within local schools and faith based outreach events. We are looking for volunteers to help us out during our monthly group gatherings on the first Saturday of the month at the St Quivox Dalmilling Church. Volunteers can choose to do all or some of the following: - Welcoming people in the venue - Take pictures or videos (camera/phone supplied) - Preparing sandwiches and soup using the facilities at the venue - Setting up and clearing up of the venue

This opportunity is for vibrant people who enjoy all that entails working with young people of various backgrounds. The Ark is open to young people on Friday evenings from 7pm – 9.30pm. Volunteers are required to help from 6.30pm-9.30pm for set up and close down. Some of the responsibilities include, serving drinks and snacks at the bar, capturing social media images and videos, helping operate the sound booth and music. Volunteers roles are rotated throughout the night, to allow you to gain more skills and qualities. ​Why should I volunteer with the Ayr Ark? · Opportunity to gain a youth qualification. · Develop employability skills and work experience. · Training opportunities. · Meet new people. · Volunteer team building days and activities. One of our volunteers, started coming to the Ayr Ark at the age of 13 and went on to become a part of our volunteer group. Erin recently left us to start UNI but when asked ab out her experience of volunteering she said: “I’ve made friends for life here and gained skills and real life experience I never thought possible and it helped me grow as a person” – Erin Cran, Volunteer.

The opportunity is for vibrant people who enjoy all that entails working with young people of various backgrounds and for those who are looking for experience within events. Volunteers will assist with the running of events and activities, helping with the set-up, social media and marketing of the events, as well as running activities all day. Volunteers should be flexible as events and activities will take place during weekends and evenings. If your interested in volunteering with us, get in touch to find out how you can get involved. Student Placements Looking to get experience in a youth work setting? We are open to working with students who require to do a work placement as part of a Youth Work related degree. We have a partnership with UWS, speak to your programme leader or get in touch with us to find out more. Why should I volunteer with the Ayr Ark? Opportunity to gain a youth qualification Develop employability skills and work experience. Training opportunities Meet new people Volunteer team building days and activities ​