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Suitable for groups, One-off volunteering
Sign up now to volunteer at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk!
Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and fundraise for a charity close to their heart. The Edinburgh Kiltwalk will take place across Edinburgh and East Lothian on Sunday 15 September.
With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
Sport Aberdeen’s Active Schools team is seeking new volunteers who are eager to play an important role in improving the health and wellbeing of Aberdeen’s young people.
Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation and help local children to get active? Boost your confidence, develop life skills and enhance your CV by volunteering to support existing sport and physical activity sessions or develop new ones.
Active Schools Aberdeen are on the lookout for new volunteers to boost local children’s involvement in sport and physical activity.
The invitation to volunteer extends to anyone over the age of 13 with a desire to help young people, with an interest in sport and a desire to give back to the local community. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening, and new volunteers (including all secondary school pupils) will be accompanied by another coach or volunteer at sessions.
Active Schools is a sportscotland national initiative that aims to provide all children with high quality opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity. The Aberdeen Active Schools team is part of award-winning charity Sport Aberdeen and they engage with all local authority primary and secondary schools across the city with a responsibility to encourage young people to participate in free physical activity sessions and join extracurricular sports clubs. Getting involved in Active Schools activities will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, there are many benefits of participating in sport.
Across the city we have a team of almost 900 volunteers, including parents, teachers, students, secondary school pupils, family members and club coaches.
Eilidh Shanks, former Active Schools volunteer during secondary school, said:
“I really enjoyed volunteering for Active Schools. I was involved in helping at netball clubs, holiday activity camps and fun runs. I loved that I got to work with kids of all ages, encouraging them to take part in sport. It was rewarding to see the kids enjoying themselves and improving each week.”
Volunteering can also help to shape a career in sport. Rory Anton, former Active Schools volunteer, commented:
“During my time volunteer coaching for Active Schools, it really helped me see the power of sport for young people and allowed me as a young coach to develop my leadership capabilities. There are definitely aspects of my job as a Club Development Officer at RGU SPORT supporting the development of our Student Leaders that I couldn’t do without the experience of leading so many sessions for Active Schools.”
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and individuals will receive full training to ensure safe delivery of all sessions. For those at secondary school we also run a Pupil Sports Leadership programme alongside volunteering opportunities. Those who have the desire to make a difference, acquire new skills and positively impact the lives of local children through sport and physical activity are urged to get involved.
For more information about becoming a Sport Aberdeen Active Schools Volunteer please contact the team at email: activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk or visit: https://www.sportaberdeen.co.uk/careers/active-schools-volunteer
Streetsport provides young people across Aberdeen City with the opportunity to play sport for free in a fun and safe environment.
We run week night sessions year-round and are looking for volunteers to help at these sessions. Working as part of a team, you will assist with organising and participating in activities while building relationships with the young people that attend the sessions.
Volunteering with Streetsport is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in the local communities. In addition to enhancing your CV / excellent experience for future employment, you will also have the opportunity to attend internal and external coaching and training courses.
A fantastic opportunity to assist and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Alaina Sinclair, Streetsport Volunteer Officer – Denis Law Legacy Trust at email: a.sinclair5@rgu.ac.uk or telephone: 01224 263681.
-Welcome Aboard / Get Involved: AHOY! The Tall Ships Races are returning to Aberdeen in 19-22 July 2025. Be part of the celebration. The Tall Ships Aberdeen team are looking for help to give the international crews and visitors a warm Aberdeen welcome and make the Tall Ships Festival a huge success! There is a role for everyone.
-Roles: As a Tall Ships volunteer, you get to experience the event first hand. Take part in a wide variety of roles from Spectator Services, Media, Event Operations, Transport Coordinators, Liaison Officers, Crew Services, Protocol, Hospitality. Our aim is to make our volunteer programme inclusive, diverse and accessible to all. Please get in touch with any special requirements and take your place as a volunteer at the Tall Ships Races.
Liaison Officers: We need volunteers to act as a host to the ships and their crews while they are in port. Liaison Officers are the link between the ship, the crews, the city and the entire festival. They represent Aberdeen and help the ships with almost everything!
-Pathway: To become a volunteer, please register your interest now and help Aberdeen deliver an incredible festival. Applications will open later this year and we will be matching volunteers to roles from January 2025. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.tallshipsaberdeen.com/ and https://www.tallshipsaberdeen.com/#form
-Skills You Will Need:
• No experience necessary! We welcome everyone who loves the sea and wants to contribute! We will provide full training for your role during the festival.
• You must be 16 years or older as of 1 July 2025.
• Available to volunteer for approximately 3 shifts from 19 July – 22 July
• Liaison Officers are required to be available for training sessions in advance of the festival (approx. 4-8 hours) and the full festival dates.
-Benefits:
• Join the Tall Ships Volunteer Team, make new friends and have lots of fun!
• Receive Tall Ships Races Aberdeen 2025 Volunteer Clothing
• Fully supported with high quality training and an onsite volunteer centre
• Learn new skills and gain experience.
• Use existing skills and knowledge to benefit your home region.
• Create new memories, improve self esteem, confidence and well being
A fantastic opportunity to be involved in the Tall Ships Aberdeen 2025.
For more details and to register your interest to be a Tall Ships Races 2025 Aberdeen Volunteer please visit: https://www.tallshipsaberdeen.com/ and https://www.tallshipsaberdeen.com/#form
We are looking for volunteers to assist us at this year's Mel's Union Street Mile in association with Celebrate Aberdeen on the 31st August 2024. The main roles available are race course marshals who direct our participants around the course. The route will start on Union Street at Holburn Junction, turn left along Union Terrace, right past HMT, down and up Schoolhill, right past Marischal College and finish on Broad Street.
A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity to assist and be part of a major event in Aberdeen. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.
For more information please contact Kayleigh Paterson-Donald, Charity Development Executive at email info@gathimbaedwardsfoundation.org or telephone: 01224 531084.
Bloomin' Bo'ness are a team of volunteers who are committed to making Bo'ness look loved and cared for all year round! We have planters, baskets and allotments around Bo'ness and Bridgeness which we work together to plant and maintain for the benefit of the town.
If you are interested in gardening, plants or just want to contribute to our efforts to make Bo'ness a better place to live for our community and to improve the environment then we would love to hear from you!
12th Kilmarnock Boys' Brigade are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead a wide range of activities for their children and young people aged between 5 and 18 years old. The group meets on Thursday evenings during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, cooking, life skills and community projects. As a Christian youth organisation our work is rooted in the Christian faith. Our faith in young people allows them to learn, grow and discover in a safe, fun and inclusive environment.
Our volunteers receive ongoing training and support throughout their time with us, learning and developing skills alongside our young people. A rewarding experience for everyone involved that leaves lasting memories for both young person and leaders alike.
This is an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of stable work - tacking, grooming, leading horses in the school or side walking with riders. Some riders need more assistance than others depending on their ability. It would be helpful if you have an outgoing personality and are able to adapt quickly to different situations. This is a wonderful rewarding opportunity for someone to help us continue to provide a high level of service for our clients. Volunteers will be invited for a short tour of the centre followed by a half-day induction the next week. (Angus border)
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Suitable for groups, One-off volunteering
Kiltwalk are looking for one or two Back Markers to walk 9.3 miles from Tentsmuir Forest to Slessor Gardens. This is a truly rewarding role which involves walking with the last walkers and encouraging them over the finish line. It also involves updating the control room on the progress of the walk and helping with the removal of event signage.
The shift time is 3pm - 9pm. Transport can be provided from Slessor Gardens to Tentsmuir Forest for the start of your shift. We will also provide uniform, lunch and refreshments.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!
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Suitable for groups, One-off volunteering
Apply now to volunteer at a Kiltwalk event in 2024!
Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on Scotland’s ultimate walking challenge and fundraise for a charity close to their heart.
Sunday 11th August – Dundee Kiltwalk
Sunday 15th September – Edinburgh Kiltwalk
With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all.
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities.
Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!