Working as part of our Warehouse Team you will be based in our central warehouse (at Crown St, Ayr) where you will receive, process and sort the wide range of donated goods given by the general public to our shops. You will identify quality goods suitable for onward re-sale and will sort these into relevant product categories. Selecting from these product categories, you will then support the fulfilment of stock requests for individual shops. You will need to: → Process mixed bags of donated goods and sort these into the different types of products → Assess quality of goods and determine which goods are – suitable for re-sale; unsuitable for re-sale but suitable for recycling; suitable for disposal only → Review all incoming donated goods to identify potential specialist or ‘high value’ items → Prepare goods suitable for re-sale to ensure they have a good standard of cleanliness, labelling and presentation → Transfer processed goods to relevant categorised storage racks and bins for onward distribution → Respond to stock requests from individual shops and pick relevant goods to make up and fulfil the orders → Collect and package goods suitable for recycling into batches and prepare for uplift by recycling agents → Ensure donated goods are stored safely and securely within the warehouse in the correctly designated bays → Dispose of un-saleable/damaged stock according to retail policies and guidelines. Transfer items for disposal into the waste bins at the warehouse ensuring that no hazards are created from damaged goods → Comply with Health & Safety procedures, the Volunteer Policy and any other relevant policies and retail guidelines

Join Our Team and Be the Heart of Change! 🌟 Position: Fundraising & Events – Events Volunteer Location: Erskine Edinburgh / Various Community Venues - Scotland Wide Your Mission: Unite with us to build a Scotland where Veterans and their families thrive. At Erskine, our vision is clear: to offer Veterans their best possible future through the best possible care and community support. Role at a Glance: As an Events Volunteer, you'll be at the forefront of generating vital funds to support our Veterans. Your enthusiasm will light up various community settings as you: 📆 Schedule: Coordinate with our fundraising team based on your availability, making this a flexible commitment. 🏢 Event Setup/Clear up: Play a crucial role in setting up and tidying event/venue areas and displays, ensuring everything runs smoothly. 📋 Registration Desk Host: Welcome participants with a warm smile and assist them with registrations. 🛍️ Merchandise Maestro: Show off your sales skills by manning our Erskine-branded merchandise stalls. 🎟️ Raffle Rockstar: Sell raffle tickets and/or collect donations on-site during events. 🚚 Logistics Pro: Help transport goods and resources to and from event venues. 🏃 General Runner: Be the go-to person for various on-the-day tasks that keep the event running seamlessly. 🎉 Event Extraordinaire: If you're up for it, you might even contribute to event entertainment, activities, or event photography to capture the magic. 🤝 Support Ambassador: Provide support, encouragement, and resources to event participants taking on sponsorship challenges. Time Commitment: Length: A minimum of one day. Weekly Hours: 2-8 hours, depending on your availability. We're flexible to accommodate your schedule. Training Requirements: 🌟 Core Induction: Get acquainted with Erskine's history mission and values. 🏛️ Site Briefing: Familiarise yourself with the event location and role tasks. 🤝 Optional Fundraising Session: Enhance your fundraising knowledge to learn re our targets and how our money is spent on veterans Diversity and Inclusion: Erskine welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, aged 14 and above. You don't need prior experience; our training program will support you every step of the way. Skills and Attributes: 💙 Passion: A deep commitment to supporting Veterans. 🤝 Trustworthiness and Honesty: Essential qualities for our team. 😄 Professional and Friendly: An outgoing manner that engages people. 📜 Adherence to Guidelines: Ability to work within fundraising guidelines. Requirements and Benefits: 👥 Age Requirement: Must be 16+ for bucket collections unless accompanied by a parent/guardian or volunteering as part of a uniformed group. 🚗 Travel Expenses: Receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket travel expenses, up to £15 per day. Rewards of Volunteering: By joining us, you become an essential part of raising funds and awareness for Erskine. You directly contribute to ensuring that our residents receive the quality of care they so richly deserve. Ready to Enlist for a Cause? Apply Now! Your dedication can change lives and shape a brighter future for Veterans and their families. Together, we'll make Scotland a place where they truly thrive. Join us today and be the heart of change! 🤝 Ready to Make a Difference? Contact Us: 📞 0141 814 4640 📧 volunteering@erskine.org.uk 🌐 www.erskine.org.uk

Help make today matter by supporting the Ayrshire Hospice as a Merchandising Assistant in our Hospice Shops. Do you have a passion for fashion and love working with people? Then we have a new exciting opportunity for you. Volunteering is always in style! Volunteers play a huge part in the running of our stores. Our retail chain could not function without the support they provide. We have various volunteer opportunities in our stores in our locations throughout Ayrshire. As a merchandising Assistant you would utilise your creativity and imagination by creating window and in store displays. You would select pieces from the bank of stock and turn it into something eye catching and tempting for our customers. To read the full role description visit ayrshirehospice.org Benefits of Volunteering with Ayrshire Hospice: Volunteering with us is flexible and fits around work and life commitments. Giving just 2 to 4 hours per week can make a real difference. Volunteering is a great opportunity to meet new people and be included in a caring, diverse group of people and perhaps even make some new friends for life! Many volunteers feel a sense of belonging as they have a chance to make a difference to others’ lives and be part of something more. The knowledge and skills used in all of our volunteer roles can be great for students looking to enhance their experience and CV to give them an edge in future job applications. Regardless of your reasons for wanting to volunteer we hope that you, along with our other volunteers have fun and enjoy any amount of time you are able to have with us! How do I apply? Visit our website, ayrshirehospice.org to download an application form. For further information contact Ayrshire Hospice on 01292 269200 or email recruitment@ayrshirehospice.org Completed application forms can be sent to recruitment@ayrshirehospice.org or to Ayrshire Hospice HR, Lochranza Building, Ailsa Hospital, Dalmellington Road, Ayr, KA6 6AB

Help make today matter by supporting the Ayrshire Hospice as a Driver's Assistant. Volunteers play a huge part in the running of our stores and our retail chain could not function without the support they provide. We have various volunteer opportunities in our stores in our locations throughout Ayrshire. Driver's Assistants support our hospice shops by ensuring that stock is replenished within our shops by carrying out deliveries of donations from our central warehouse to each location. They also assist in the collection of donations from donor’s throughout Ayrshire and promote the work of the hospice whilst representing in the community. To read the full role description, visit ayrshirehospice.org Benefits of Volunteering with Ayrshire Hospice: Volunteering with us is flexible and fits around work and life commitments. Giving just 2 to 4 hours per week can make a real difference. Volunteering is a great opportunity to meet new people and be included in a caring, diverse group of people and perhaps even make some new friends for life! Many volunteers feel a sense of belonging as they have a chance to make a difference to others’ lives and be part of something more. The knowledge and skills used in all of our volunteer roles can be great for students looking to enhance their experience and CV to give them an edge in future job applications. Regardless of your reasons for wanting to volunteer we hope that you, along with our other volunteers have fun and enjoy any amount of time you are able to have with us! How do I apply? Visit ayrshirehospice.org to download an application form. For further information contact Ayrshire Hospice on 01292 269200 or email recruitment@ayrshirehospice.org Completed application forms can be sent to recruitment@ayrshirehospice.org or to Ayrshire Hospice HR, Lochranza Building, Ailsa Hospital, Dalmellington Road, Ayr, KA6 6AB.