The Youth Outreach Bus or ‘Red Bus’ as it has become known is a converted double decker bus which has been completely re-designed inside to become a mobile youth drop in centre for ages s1-s6 (secondary school). It has Playstations, Music System (which plays both internally and externally) and a widescreen TV which can play DVD’s and be connected to the Nintendo Wii. We are currently expanding our volunteers and are looking for people to assist and engage with the young people attending in a positive and encouraging manner. The bus currently operates in Dyce and Seaton, but is mobile and we are actively looking to expand to working in other parts of Aberdeen as well. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to help with the only mobile youth drop in centre like this in Aberdeen. A great opportunity to help, make a difference for young people and the local community and be part of a friendly, supportive team of volunteers. For more information please e-mail: info@dyceyob.org.uk

PURPOSE AND AIMS OF THE ROLE: They are looking for volunteers who can provide a strong foundation to help strengthen their communities by helping Care Experienced children and young people engage in activities to build their skills and confidence and to be included, understood, respected, and valued in their communities. The Youth Work Support Volunteer role will work alongside their innovative and energetic Clackmannanshire project team, supporting to raise awareness of Care Experience and supporting activities for young people, providing supportive adults to ensure all children and young people can thrive, bringing communities together. This role will involve interacting with young people aged 5-17 through supporting and leading on a variety of activities e.g. arts/crafts/sports/general youth work at the weekly/fortnightly sessions as well as at their National events that happen throughout the year (Participation). This role will help build community strengths for Care Experienced people and provide social networks to help build resilience and positive outcomes for children and young people. Who Cares? Scotland is a people organisation. They invest in our people, our relationships and in a positive working culture. It’s important to them that the volunteer team is included, involved and motivated to change society. Who Cares? Scotland aims to recruit people with excellent qualities from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in their mission. They particularly welcome applications from individuals with care experience. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? • Supporting staff to undertake activities • Leading on activities • Supporting young people’s sense of belonging and connection • Building community ties, ensuring Care Experienced people are welcomed within communities. • Building relationships with local schools through delivering this work. • Helping children and young people to have fun • Building children and young people’s confidence and self esteem • Being a positive role model. WHAT QUALITIES DO I NEED? • To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy. • Be enthusiastic, flexible and committed. • Reliable and approachable. • Friendly, helpful and understanding. • A commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner. • To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed. WHEN WILL I BE NEEDED? • Groups will range between weekly/fortnightly (there is flexibility here to suit you) • Approximately 2 hours per week/fortnight in the early evening What will I gain from the role? • Experience of working alongside an influencing team. • Knowledge of Government/ Corporate Parenting roles and policies. • Practical experience of working in a team. • Experience working with children and young people. • Youth work skills. • Have fun! WHAT SUPPOER WILL I BE GIVEN? • Induction • Role specific training and information • Expenses – all out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed • Supervision and support from your manager / coordinator • Group supervision/peer support sessions with other volunteers and staff ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For all roles involving regulated work with children and young people, applicants will be required to submit a PVG Scheme Record or a PVG Scheme Record Update application. This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG Scheme. HOW TO APPLY: please complete a short application form on their website - https://www.whocaresscotland.org/get-involved/volunteer/

Your role will be to assist with our Friday night youth club. Your main duties will include building positive relationships with the young people (8 to 11 years), helping with arts and crafts, playing games and prepping some food.

The purpose of an Adult Instructor within the Sea Cadets is to assist in the development of young people as individuals and active citizens by providing training, guidance, direction and assistance. The Sea Cadets aim to provide our young people with the best possible start in life through the application of nautical adventure and fun based on traditions of the Royal Navy. The tasks of an Adult Instructor include but are not restricted to: (a) Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of Children and Young People for whom they are responsible or with whom they come in contact and ensuring compliance with the MSSC's Child Protection Policy and Guidance Document. (b) Delivering instruction and training to adults and cadets of the Sea Cadets in the subjects of the Sea Cadets syllabus and others as required by the Commanding Officer. (c) Providing supervision of cadets and other young people engaged in Sea Cadet activities and on Sea Cadets premises. (d) Assisting with the administrative functions of the Unit as required by the Commanding Officer. (e) Applications of relevant Health and Safety and Safeguarding measures as laid down in Sea Cadets documentation and external regulations. (f) Keeping up to date with changing Sea Cadet and external regulations on all matters pertaining to the training and supervision of Sea Cadets personnel. (g) Undertaking role or activity training within the Unit and elsewhere to allow performance of any of the above tasks.