We are recruiting Coastguard Rescue Officers. Do you think you can make that difference when called out to assist those in gravest need? Do you live in Barra or Vatersay? We are looking to enhance our numbers in these areas.

We'd like you to transport donated goods from drop off points to the Chanonry Road sorting center, and to occasionally transport boxes destined for the camps, to the depot site in Inverness. As much or as little of your time as you could spare would be extremely appreciated.

The Caithness Foodbank has a distribution centre in Wick & Thurso. Volunteers will be on sight to support members of the public referred to the service for food parcel. Must be non judgemental, confidentiality paramount.

At the depot in Elgin, volunteers are needed to help make up starter packs; restock the distribution centre, collect and sort donations. Volunteers are especially needed just now on a Tuesday and will be needed to cover other volunteers's shifts when they go on holiday etc., This is a practical role but has caring at its core, as we work together to help end homelessness!

To administer First Aid to public at events ranging from village fetes to major pop concerts and international sports events. Our volunteers are seen at every major event across the country. From as little as two hours a week, you can devote as much or as little time as suits you. We can teach you First Aid skills that could save a life, help to deal with an emergency and make a real difference in your community. It’s loads of fun, you’ll meet lots of new people and get to be part of a truly life-saving organisation. In the Grampian area volunteers with St Andrew’s First Aid provide first aid cover and services at numerous events in the region including: -concerts - including bands such as Oasis, X-Factor, Kaiser Chiefs, Pink, Status Quo & Daniel O'Donnell -exhibitions - including Offshore Europe and wedding exhibitions -conferences - including Commonwealth Local Government Conference charity events such as the Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament, Race For Life and the Emmerdale Extravaganza -local galas & fairs - including The Keith Show -sporting events such as Snooker, Athletics, Balmoral 10k Race and Triathlons -corporate events e.g. Christmas functions There are opportunities for young people to get involved too. Children between the ages of 6 and 10 years old can join the Badgers, and young people from 11 to 15 can join the Cadets, taking part in a whole range of activities. Please contact us for further details about how you can assist and get involved at: Janine Ewen e-mail: janine.ewen@firstaid.org.uk

To raise awareness of the charity by speaking to groups and attending cheque presentations. Would suit someone who likes speaking to groups and inspiring their audience.

To take part in the Basics Scotland Pre- hospital Emergency Care Course at the Western Isles Hospital

Do you have a few hours a week to spare? Then maybe you could work as a Foodbank volunteer. Hours available between 09:00 and 12:00 Monday To Friday. Volunteers usually work 1 or 2 days per week but we also need reserve volunteers who we can call on at short notice. Duties will include sorting food donations and stacking on shelves in date order, packing emergency food parcels and waste recycling. Donations arrive daily & require to be sorted by expiry/use by dates & stacked onto shelves. Emergency referrals are received electronically & parcels are prepared for delivery.

This is a voluntary opportunity working with the Fishermens Mission [Caithness North Sutherland area] As a volunteer you could be called upon to assist with supporting families and people in distress. Practical details like signposting/liaising with other agencies and problem solving with practical help. You will be supported by the area officer with full training provided free.

British Red Cross volunteers are fully trained in advanced first aid and are ready to help at any occasion across the UK, from a community event to a stadium-sized rock concert. When accidents happen or illnesses take hold, their knowledge can be vital in saving lives or preventing further injury. As a volunteer you will be trained to provide first aid, occasionally life saving, services to those who need help at public events both in Orkney and across Northern Scotland and to support the ambulance service in accordance with current first aid practice. As you develop your skills you will have access to our diverse learning and development pathways and other exciting internal opportunities such as becoming a first aid instructor or joining our emergency response team.