Do you love meeting new people and helping them to have a relaxed and enjoyable time? If so, we would love to hear from you. An interest in natural history, rural living, traditions in the glens, arts and crafts, country sports, the natural world or local folklore would be a great help. Training will be provided.

We are looking for friendly, non judgemental and sociable individuals to help organise and run activities for the people that we support in our services. Ideally you are enthusiastic, patient, have a sense of humour, good communication skills and experience of life. We are looking for people who can teach or pass on skills and tailor activities to small groups or individual interests. We are always looking for suggestions and activities that are fun and will add enjoyment to a supported person’s life. Specific tasks:- • Help organise and run fun and engaging activities for the people that we support in our services • Supporting group sessions • Participate in group activities and help the people we work with to identify personal interests, strengths, skills, and their own potential. • Leading on activities • Contribute ideas and attend planning meetings • Demonstrating life skills to people receiving ongoing support or whose support could be heading towards a close e.g., encouraging them to cook a meal or bake, leading by example. • Accompany small group outings where appropriate. • Encouraging our supported people’s sense of belonging and connection • Building our supported people’s confidence and self esteem

At Quarriers, we help people to live full lives. As one of Scotland's leading social care charities, we provide practical care and support for children, adults and families, challenging poverty and creating opportunities for positive change. If you would like to make a difference to the people we support whilst having a great time, why not get involved in some of our events. Do you have a passion for painting and love spreading joy through art? We're seeking talented volunteer face painters to join our team for seasonal events! Bring smiles to children's faces and add a touch of magic to our community and fundraising events e.g. Volunteer week, bucket collection days, Christmas Fayres, Festival of Choirs etc. What's in it for you? By volunteering with us, you can: -have new experiences -build confidence and self-esteem -use your skills and learn something new -be valued and appreciated -gain a sense of achievement -make a difference in the community -meet new people -have fun! If you're ready to unleash your creativity and make a difference apply now and join us in making every event memorable. If you're interested, please click the 'apply' button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn't work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org.

No matter how good our services are, we can't properly support our users/community well if we don't have good leaders in the team. If this sounds like you?... we would love you to consider volunteering with us for a few hours per week. The Vale of Leven Trust were established to develop the community of the Vale of Leven. The Vale of Leven Trust are developing a calendar of weekend activities such as our Line Dancing and Bingo Sunday Socials and are looking for people to join the weekend activities team, As a member of the team you will develop your team communication and management skills and get to interact and get involved with the local community. The Trust would ask potential volunteers to attend two of the Sunday Socials to get a sense of how the events operate.

Volunteers Needed to Knit Worry Monsters for Local Children Do you love knitting and want to make a difference in local children's lives? The Archie Foundation Tayside is seeking passionate knitters who can create Worry Monsters. Worry Monsters provide invaluable support to children facing healthcare challenges or coping with bereavement. They serve as a comforting tool for children to express their worries. How do Worry Monsters work? A child writes down their worries, then feeds them into the monster's deep mouth, where their concerns are "eaten up." Worry Monsters come in various shapes and sizes, just like us, providing a personalised monster for each child. If you're interested in knitting a Worry Monster and would like to receive the pattern, please contact us at Jamie-Leigh.Cook@archie.org Worry Monsters can be dropped off at our Ninewells office. Kindly send us an email beforehand to arrange the drop-off, ensuring someone is available to receive your generous contribution.

If you enjoy chatting and spending time with poeple then you might be the volunteer we are looking for! We are looking for people to help with various activities from visiting, hairdressing, hand care, arts & crafts, music or just generally helping out. The time commitment is flexible, usually 2-3 hours per week with a minimum period of 6 months commitment and this is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community. Main tasks include: * To support allocated service users with one to one or as a group through engagement in a range of activities. * To encourage and support the service user/s to engage in activities, walks and socialisation. * To listen and talk with service user/s. * To read books/ newsletters/ newspapers/ letters. * Assist with teas/coffees and to support service users with menu choices. * To provide companionship to service user/s who have few or no visitors. * Provide support and assistance to help service users achieve goals. * Develop and promote a positive relationship. * Establish and maintain appropriate boundaries. * Help service user/s to build confidence and self-esteem. All of the above may include group work or individual one to one sessions held in communal lounge, activity areas, or in service users own room as directed by the staff on shift. |f you would like to find out more, get in touch.

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Oxfam have busy music departments with everything from Aphex Twin to Zucchero, and ABBA to Zappa, they get a bit of everything and that’s why it’s such a great place to volunteer. As this is a specialist role, you should already have a passion for all genres of music. Oxfam will share their expertise with you and give you all the training and support you need to help them make the most of their wonderful donated CD’s, vinyl, cassette tapes, and instruments. Whether you have years of experience or are totally new to retail you will be a part of a fantastic community of volunteers.

Every event is different, but they all need to be well planned and organisation is key. The following are examples of the activities that are included in the role: • Liaise with local Superintendent regarding stand set up and equipment • Identify local fayres and events in the area • Liaise with event organisers to obtain space at event • Organise and support Events Helpers • Put up stand / stall • Organise collection and other initiatives on the stand. (asking for donations* for badges etc.) • Ensure (in conjunction with local Superintendent that all legal requirements are met (Health and Safety etc) • much, much more, depending on the needs of the event