Why we want you 1 in 5 people in the UK say they are lonely. Volunteers like you help people to gain confidence so that they can reconnect with their local community. What you will be doing Give companionship to people in their home or in the community. Help people to build confidence and self-esteem. Support people with everyday tasks such as shopping or doctor appointments. Help people to use local community services and social groups. Keep records of tasks. What's in it for you 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.

Why we want you 1 in 5 people in the UK say they are lonely. Volunteers like you help people to gain confidence so that they can reconnect with their local community. What you will be doing Give companionship to people in their home or in the community. Help people to build confidence and self-esteem. Support people with everyday tasks such as shopping or doctor appointments. Help people to use local community services and social groups. Keep records of tasks. What's in it for you 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

Quarriers Supported Youth Housing Project is a housing support service for young people aged 16-25 years old who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. We support young people with a wide range of support needs including budgeting, developing independent living skills, addiction, health and many others that could have an impact on tenancy sustainment. We are currently looking for a female Volunteer Befriender for a young person we support, who has four cats, enjoys music, going for walks, photography and is interested in cooking. They can find it difficult to go out by themselves and finds that having someone familiar with them helps them to go out in public places. Therefore, to complement the housing support they receive from us, we are looking for someone who could support them to go out into the community, to accompany them on walks, socials, and any other activities they may be interested in. Main Tasks: •Support with going on wellbeing walks in their neighbourhood and beyond •Assist with finding new, relevant activities and go along with them initially •Help increase their confidence •Build up a positive, supportive relationship •Understand and maintain boundaries •Ensure voluntary activities are undertaken in line with Quarriers’ confidentiality policy Commitment Required About once a week for at least 6 months if possible. Training & support Induction PPE provided Line Manager support 1-1supervisions provided Any relevant training as requested Selection Procedure Application form Chat References PVG checks are mandatory – they are done through Quarriers at no cost to the Volunteer. Expenses Agreed expenses are provided. Expenses related to activities taken while supporting the young person need to be agreed prior to the activity taking place. Taster Session Initially, we would organise a meeting between yourself and the young person, so you have a chance to get to know each other a bit.

We are delighted to be opening up an exciting opportunity to join the SOHTIS Board of Trustees. We believe that everyone deserves to live in freedom with dignity and respect and we are looking to recruit people who share our vision to partner with us in making that a reality for all. SOHTIS is a leading anti-human trafficking NGO in Scotland. Human trafficking is happening in all 32 local authorities in Scotland, on each of our doorsteps. Hidden and misunderstood, At our heart is compassion and so we go the extra mile, tenacity in our pursuit of justice, dignity expressed in equity and respect for every person’s journey. We have an experienced team who are active in service delivery and strategic local and national policy. Our Board is an essential part of our growing and dynamic organisation. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about justice and determined to advance human rights to join us as we embark on a new three year ambitious strategy.