An exciting opportunity to join the Under the Trees team, working in the great and beautiful outdoors whilst gaining valuable experience working with young children and young adults. You will potentially be working in all weathers and in all seasons - we can provide waterproofs! Under the Trees runs fun and educational sessions for school children in the Falkirk and Stirling areas, as well as a programme of public events for all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Events run all year round. As a Volunteer Education Assistant, there will be opportunities for you to do a range of the following: - Assist with Educational Sessions for school groups, including term-time forest schools. - Assist with sessions for the general public, including a monthly nature club for ages 0-13. - Assist with holiday play sessions and family events. - Plan and lead in activities. - Maintain resources effectively. - Keep session areas safe and tidy. - Desk-based activities in planning, creating materials and administration.

LOCATION Forthbank Recycling Centre, Alloa (Donation Station) WHAT'S INVOLVED? Recycling Sorters play a pivotal role in saving valuable items from landfill. Alloa Community Enterprise (ACE) is currently looking for volunteers to identify and sort salvageable items at our Donation Station based at the local recycling centre in Forthbank, Alloa. The role involves identifying and sorting, recyclable materials which can be sold or recycled as is at our local retail outlet at the Hub, the Whins, Alloa. RESPONSIBILITIES · Identify and remove non-recyclable materials. · Sort recyclable materials into the storage area. · Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations. · Keep work area clean and organised. · Communicate with team members to optimise efficiency. · Report any issues to supervisor. REQUIREMENTS · Physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. · Attention to detail and the ability to identify different types of recyclable materials. · Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team and follow instructions from supervisors. · Willingness to work in various weather conditions. · Basic math skills for calculating weights and measurements. · Good communication skills to enable interaction with members of the public. · Familiarity with safety procedures and equipment for handling hazardous materials. · Willingness to work flexible hours as needed. THIS ROLE WILL SUIT SOMEONE WHO · Is friendly, reliable and hardworking and can communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and members of the public and engage with people of all ages, races, cultures and abilities. · Is reliable, confident, and a responsible individual, with enthusiasm. · Can cope with duties and responsibilities of the role. · Has a patient and approachable manner. · Can follow instructions and guidelines. · Is interested in reuse and saving valuable items from landfill. All volunteers will be expected to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which will be provided. An Induction and training for this role will be carried out by Clackmannanshire Council.

The St Magnus Way are looking for volunteer Path Keepers to walk sections of the St Magnus Way to check the condition of the path and report any problems to the Volunteer Coordinator. Key activities include: • Checking the general condition of the path in a particular section of the Way. • Checking way marker poles and way markers (missing or fallen). • Checking in grassy areas if strimming is required. • Reporting major littering. • Taking home minor litter. • Informing the Coordinator when a section has been checked. What could a volunteer gain from the experience? • Providing a service to the local community and visitors. • Being part of a St Magnus Way community of walkers. • Exercise and fresh air.

Rotary is a global network,1.4 million strong, who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change-in our communities, across the world and in ourselves. Ayr Rotary Club is one of 46,000 clubs worldwide. We are very active in the local community supporting many charities. Examples of our current projects include a charity cycling event, a Primary Schools careers fair, fundraising for Poppy Scotland, a beach clean, Food bank support, youth pubic speaking competitions, and a charity golf tournament, Members aim to enjoy “fun and friendship while helping others” It’s a great way to meet like-minded people and make long-lasting friendships. Men and women of all ages are welcome, and you choose the type of activities you would like to be involved with. There are lots of different ways to become involved with Ayr Rotary, and you don’t have to become a member. With many projects ongoing, we always require help from non-members. We are currently recruiting volunteer fundraisers to help support our efforts towards the Poppy Scotland 2024 campaign culminating on Armistice Day, 11 November. This volunteering role could involve collecting cash donations in cans for poppies outside supermarkets, or having responsibilities for installing cans and poppies in shops, renewing/refreshing these if required, and collecting cans and banking the cash. This is a seasonal volunteering opportunity mid October to mid November but contributes to important fundraising for Poppy Scotland by Ayr Rotary.