We are looking for qualified English as a Second Language tutors (ESL) to join a volunteer opportunity to support asylum seekers who are currently staying in Aberdeen. The project aims to provide an opportunity to engage individuals who arrived in the UK with no recourse to public funds, to develop their English language skills and support their mental health through a difficult life transition. As a volunteer English tutor, you will have the opportunity to practice your skills assessing students and expanding your teaching experience. This is a great CPD opportunity for ESOL tutors to draw new teaching strategies based on relevant language needs and share best practice with other professionals. The project includes diversity training and will follow a teaching program specifically designed for refugees and asylum seekers to improve their overall language skills and knowledge of the UK. Volunteers will deliver the classes in the city centre and are welcome to join other activities planned to enhance opportunities for integration with other non-native English speakers involved. For further information please contact Adriana Uribe, Language and Integration Developer at E Mail: auribe@grec.co.uk or telephone 01224 595505.

Over 16yrs old, Gaelic speaking volunteers required to help Fiona MacKenzie host the Tuesday afterschool Sradagan club within Sir E Scott school. Starts at 3.40pm until 5pm

Plan and run an informal English language café for a small group during weekday daytimes, working at our office on Westfield Avenue or on zoom from home.

Interpret during member and staff appointments so the members receive the fullest support • Interpret during phone calls between staff and members to clarify advice given, appointment dates and times • Translate key advice documents that explain basic housing options, benefits, immigration and other services that can help • Potentially accompany staff and members on external meetings including to the Job Centre, council / local authority, night shelter or hostel interviews

The State Hospital Board for Scotland are looking for an individual with experience of using British Sign Language (BSL) to help support the provision of activities for patients using BSL within the Skye Centre which offers various activities such as animal assisted therapy, horticulture, sports and fitness, arts and crafts, education, library, shop, cafe and social events. The volunteer would work in conjunction with a range of staff to provide support to patients who use BSL who may be admitted to the hospital. The State Hospital is one of four high secure psychiatric hospitals in the UK, located in South Lanarkshire. The principal aim is to rehabilitate patients all of whom are detained in the hospital under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act (2003).

Why we want you We are committed to supporting carers across Lanarkshire & volunteers are key partners in the success of our organisation and support all aspects of our work. Your contribution is key to supporting our services & the donation of your time, skills and experience is of invaluable benefit to us and the carers we support. What we would require for you We are seeking volunteers with additional language skills, that could support us on a home basis role (Equipment Supplied) Wi-Fi essential for connection. Minimum commitment 4 hours per week.. The skills you need • Ability to work as part of a team • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks • Good administrative & IT skills • Strong verbal & written communication skills • Able to handle sensitive & confidential information • Willingness to learn • Ability to speak an additional language and translate into English for recording purposes What you will be doing • Calling carers • Providing information to carers • Electronically documenting conversation • Refer any concerns to Volunteer Development Worker What's in it for you • Full training and support • Regular support & supervision • The opportunity to build & develop skills • Valuable work experience to add onto your cv • Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses • Make a real difference to the lives of carers Information on this opportunity can also be found at https://lanarkshirecarerscentre.org.uk/volunteer

We are seeking people with lived experience of long term conditions (and people with caring responsibilities) to participate in a Digital Citizen Panel, whereby you will have the opportunity to help shape Digital Health and Care.

Great opportunity to develop leadership, writing, communication, management and marketing skills and to be part of the vibrant community of young theologians and to make a contribution to the enterprise that matters! We need your help in: • Maintaining effective internal communications within the organisation • Coordinating events • Planning and implementing promotional campaigns • Overseeing the social media strategy • Fundraising A fantastic opportunity to assist a brilliant group/charity. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Dr. Olga Sevastyanova, Chairperson at email connect@orthodoxresearchgroup.com or tel.: 07884971624.

Our Language Cafes are friendly and informal weekly sessions where we invite everyone to chat in English and learn from each other about living in the UK. So far we have had over 25 different nationalities, aged be-tween 20 to 70+, with a variety of professions and educational levels. Every person attending our sessions is invited to enjoy an informal and welcoming environment that promotes tolerance and integration. Cafetistas come to learn about Aberdeen, meet people who share their circumstances and meet volunteers who would encourage them to improve their English and learn more about the UK. Every week we speak about a different topic or run an activity to encourage cafetistas to improve their language and personal skills and integrate into their community, whether in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire. *What are the benefits of being our volunteer at the Language Cafes: *You will learn about different cultures and use your personal and life skills to interact and help people who are settling in an unfamiliar environment. * You will exercise your existing capabilities and knowledge on varied topics whilst learning about new subjects and cultures. *You will learn about creative ways in which you can engage, encourage and motivate people. * You will have a positive and long lasting impact on cafetistas as well as in your community by supporting an environment of tolerance, respect and open interaction. *You will learn and practise your leading and problem solving skills as well as your creativity and adaptability. *We would like to invite volunteers who can: *Attend at least two language cafes every month over an extended period of time. This helps to support consistency and creates a solid relationship with our cafetistas and with GREC. * Research and share information with our cafetistas. * Act as moderators and lead activities with other volunteers and cafetistas during our sessions. * Create a welcoming environment by tolerating and respecting every-one attending our Language Cafes. * Ensure that everyone is given an opportunity to communicate and share their opinions during the sessions. We acknowledge our volunteers as the true foundation of the Language Cafes. A fantastic opportunity to help – with all help greatly appreciated. For more information please get in touch with Adriana via email at: language-cafe@grec.co.uk or tel.: 01224 595505.

We are seeking people with lived experience of long term conditions (and people with caring responsibilities) to participate in a Digital Citizen Panel, whereby you will have the opportunity to help shape Digital Health and Care.