A range of volunteering opportunities available including: - staffing the front desk - showing people around our Discovery Centre - maintaining the display tanks - DIY & maintenance of grounds - campaigning

Gardening outside some historic buildings, including digging over ground. This is a volunteering opportunity suitable for families too.

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to inspire the people of Aberdeen about Greyhope Bay and our plans for a new marine experience centre that will connect the city to our marine world! As part of this we are seeking a tactical Social Media Marketing Officer(s) to come and join our close-knit team and help get the word out about Greyhope Bay and our exciting plans for Aberdeen. This role will involve: *implementing online and offline marketing campaigns that drive engagement with Greyhope Bay across our social media channels. *Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, MailChimp and Instagram) for marketing Greyhope Bay activity, fundraiser and events. * Ad-hoc administration An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative project for Aberdeen. For further information please contact Fiona McIntyre at email: fiona.mcintyre@greyhopebay.org.uk or Tel: 07531826302 or visit https://spark.adobe.com/page/ZT0ryLNHocglw/

Why we want you: Abbotsford welcomes over 40,000 visitors a year from all over the world. We have been a world-famous visitor attraction since Sir Walter died in 1832. Taken over by a charitable trust in 2007, our mission is to care for his house, garden, estate and collection and share his legacy with the world. We are looking for friendly individuals to work alongside the gardens team and other volunteers in undertaking day to day maintenance of the gardens and ornamental policies. We are very proud of our gardens at Abbotsford and they delight visitors with their changing displays of colour throughout the year. Our volunteers work in small groups with hand tools on a variety of tasks within a day or half day as suits their skills and aptitude under the direction of the Head Gardener, Ranger or Gardening Assistants depending on the task. Much of the work in the garden and grounds involves sustained physical activity combined with an eye for detail and finish. What you will be doing: Watering and feeding plants, trees and shrubs. Hand weeding, hoeing, staking, deadheading, tying-in plants and cutting back in the flower, shrub and vegetable borders. Harvesting fruit, vegetables and flowers for sale in the shop. Construction of garden structures e.g. – fruit cages, supports. Division and propagation of plants and planting. Maintaining lawns and hedges – edging and trimming. Maintaining good access e.g. paths maintenance, signposting. Digging over, mulching and manuring borders. Interacting with and helping visitors to orientate themselves around the garden and estate. Assisting with events and activities. The skills you need: Interest in gardening, the natural heritage and working outdoors is essential. Some gardening knowledge or experience is desirable, but not essential. Good attention to detail and good communication skills. Willingness to learn new skills and to work as part of a team. Commitment to excellent customer service as you may be approached by the public while carrying out your volunteering duties. Dress appropriately to the weather - weatherproof clothing and tough footwear is recommended. What's in it for you: Learn new skills and gain confidence in a work environment Make new friends and meet people from all over the world Become part of a friendly and diverse team Be uplifted by spending time in the stunning surroundings of Abbotsford and support the important work of our charity Get invites to volunteer social events Get discounts in our café and shop Travel expenses will be reimbursed (conditions apply) Use of ASVA cards to visit other attractions Disclaimer A good level of physical fitness and willingness to work in all weathers is advisable.