Why we want you: The Abbotsford Trust welcomes over 40,000 visitors a year from all over the world. We have been a world-famous visitor attraction since Sir Walter Scott died in 1832. Taken over by a charitable trust in 2007, our mission is to care for his house, estate and collection and share his legacy with the world. The Abbotsford Trust cares for 120 acres of land beside the Tweed, made up of meadow and native woodland much of it planted by Sir Walter Scott himself. The Abbotsford Trust is committed to using the environment for the benefit of wildlife by promoting, supporting and enhancing its diversity on the Estate. We are looking for friendly individuals to work alongside the estates team in the role of Wildlife Volunteer. This is a practical based opportunity working within Abbotsford’s woodland and estate under the direction of the Head Gardener to help maintain and preserve Abbotsford's Estate both as a natural wildlife habitat and a place for the public to enjoy. A regular, reliable commitment is appreciated as is the ability to work as part of a team. This opportunity would suit someone who is happy to be based outdoors. What you will be doing: Monitor and maintain wildlife cameras across the site Monitor and maintain wildlife feeding stations Under the supervision of the Head Gardener conduct surveys of habitats, wildflowers, butterflies, birds Assist with maintaining accurate records of sightings and results of specific monitoring Assist with analysis of wildlife activity and sightings across the estate Supporting the Head Gardener to encourage and assist other wildlife groups who may wish to visit the estate Engaging with visitors to the estate in relation to wildlife at Abbotsford Undertaking any training deemed relevant Working by yourself or with other volunteers/staff Working within Abbotsford’s Health and Safety Policy at all times The skills you need: Be reasonably fit and healthy Be able to keep accurate records IT literate (training on specific systems will be provided) What's in it for you: Become involved and contribute to an internationally significant heritage site Be an ambassador for Abbotsford, Sir Walter Scott and The Abbotsford Trust Meet a wide variety of people, including staff, trustees, other volunteers and visitors from around the globe Volunteers are entitled to claim the costs of travel from their home to Abbotsford (conditions apply). 10% discount in Ochiltree’s café 10% discount on the cost of admission to events 20% discount in the Visitor Centre shop (with volunteer pass) Opportunities to apply for posts restricted to internal only advertising Use of ASVA cards (Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions) OR Historic Houses Association 2x guest passes for friends and family each season

This wonderful railway is operated entirely by volunteers and maintenance work to keep this railway in top shape has not stopped during the pandemic. Throughout the year a vast programme of work is undertaken by volunteers, ranging from working on the track, running the trains to rolling stock maintenance and building maintenance… and the list goes on. In fact, many of our volunteers try their hand at most of these various jobs as and when required – and a significant number started volunteering without having specialist skills in these areas in the first place. If you would like to lend a hand at the Railway, spend some time doing something truly hands-on, let us know.

We are looking for practical people who will help us to maintain the general upkeep of HMS Unicorn for our visitors now and in the future. This will be done through cleaning and other practical tasks on board the ship and on the dockside and approach to the ship. There will also be the opportunity to assist the Maintenance Officer with longer ongoing projects on board the ship. You will develop an enthusiasm for our historic ship and knowledge of its layout and structure as well as practical skills in keeping it clean and presentable. Volunteers will be given relevant training and supported in these activities. The key tasks will include: • Sweeping the decks • Weeding and maintaining the garden areas in the dockside • Maintaining the windows and gun ports • Cleaning out different areas of the ship • Carrying out other practical tasks as directed by staff To apply get in touch with our Volunteering, Engagement and Learning Officer, Caroline Taylor, at caroline@hmsunicorn.org.uk (preferred) or 01382 200900. You will be asked to fill out a short application form followed by a quick informal interview.

We have a great volunteer opportunity to join our excellent team of volunteers as a Cathedral Caretaker is responsible for the general upkeep and presentation of the Cathedral and associated properties. Duties will include: *Routine maintenance and heavier-duty cleaning, supporting the existing cleaning team when appropriate; *Conducting scheduled safety checks and tests in accordance with statutory requirements; *Being a responsible key-holder for emergency access to the buildings *Preparing venues and providing access to buildings for external-hire events; securing premises after the event; *Being the primary contact and providing access to buildings for contractors and officials visiting the Cathedral; *Ensuring all boilers / radiators are working efficiently and boilers are regularly inspected/serviced by a qualified tradesperson. *Setting of heating in accordance with Cathedral diary of events Relevant training and good support is provided to all volunteers, with all help greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lynda Johnston, Cathedral Administrator at E Mail: office@standrewscathedralabereen.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 640119