Guide Dogs for the Blind

Charity registered in Scotland SC038979

To provide guide dogs and other rehabilitation services that meets the needs of the blind and partially sighted people. Guide dogs want a world in which all people who are blind and partially sighted to enjoy the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as everyone else


Current opportunities

Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. To help achieve this objective we are looking for fostering volunteers. Our respite fosterers provide temporary accommodation for a dog at home on behalf of Guide Dogs, and comply with the Boarders Agreement in relation to the welfare and handling of the dog or puppy.

Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full. To help achieve this objective we are looking for Equipment Volunteers to coordinate and care for our fundraising equipment, such as gazebos and tables, along with our Fundraising Groups who attend local events to raise vital funds to support our services. What does the role involve? · Dealing with booking requests from Guide Dog fundraising groups, other volunteers and staff · Managing and recording bookings of equipment · Ensuring equipment is available for booking dates · Ensuring equipment is complete, clean and safe to use · Handling of equipment, movement to storage areas · Liaising with volunteers and staff