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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual who is competent with all social media – website, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook - to join our charity on a voluntary basis. To provide help and support to establish these sites and help manage them on a regular basis.
>Individuals’ benefit – Develop relevant work experience - marketing, IT, advertising, PR, community and publicity. Look good on CV.
>Public benefit – making the public and potential service users aware of the charity and informing them of what the charity does.
The charity was established in 2004 and has gone from strength to strength ever since.
We are a local charity offering housing advice and advocacy to vulnerable/disabled individuals and managed by a committee of local people. We received the Queens Award for Voluntary Service last year in recognition of our work, volunteering and positive difference we make.
For more information please contact Anne Findlay, Board Member at E Mail: info@dphsaberdeen.org / Tel No: 07984219950.
Castlehill Housing Trust (the Trust) is a private charitable landlord providing accommodation across the Northeast of Scotland to people with various needs including learning disabilities and mental health issues. The Trust houses over 150 people in properties that range from group homes (including Houses in Multiple Occupation) homes for families and individual tenancies. The Trust rents its properties via Private Residential Tenancies and leases directly to Care Providers. We are a subsidiary company of Castlehill Housing Association who provide services to CHT such as financial services and housing management.
The Trust is governed by a Board of up to 11 Directors, who meet at least four times a year. A maximum of 6 Board members may be representatives of Castlehill Housing Association, the Trust’s parent Company. The Trust aims to ensure that the structure and make up of its Board delivers a balanced approach with a range of experience and knowledge recognising that overall strategic control sits with Castlehill, but that the Trust must operate and deliver its services in its own distinctive way, meeting the needs of its clients.
*Duties of a Trust Director
• ensure that CHT complies with its governing document (its Articles of Association), charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• ensure that CHT pursues its objectives by considering our vision statement and strategy for the future.
• ensure CHT applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives, i.e., it must not spend money on activities which are not included in our aims, however worthwhile they may be.
• contribute actively to the board of Directors' role in giving firm strategic direction to CHT, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets, and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• safeguard the good name and values of CHT.
• ensure the financial stability of CHT.
In addition to the above duties, each Director should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of Directors reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, evaluation, or other issues in which the Directors has special expertise.
We are also looking from the pool of independent Directors for a Chairperson. If you are interested in the Chairperson position please contact us.
A fantastic opportunity to be part of our Board and help in the important work we do. All Director Volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated.
For more details, please contact Emma Ozanne, Trust Manager at email: emma.ozanne@castlehillha.co.uk or telephone: 01224 625822.
*Summary of the role:
The Mum and Toddler Group aims to lead discussion amongst local women, and provide a space to build connections and community. The children range from 0-4 years old. At this age range, children are active, inquisitive and developing their personalities! The main goal of this volunteering role is playing with and caring for the children.
*General responsibilities:
• Getting out appropriate toys and games for free play;
• Leading simple activities organised by the WFW;
• In time, and if they have appropriate experience, volunteers may wish to plan activities or games themselves;
• Adhering to training and guidelines given to ensure the safety and well-being of the children.
All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Stevie Stacy, Homelessness Prevention Coordinator North at E Mail: steviestacy@bethanychristiantrust.com or tel.: 07436251810.
The Trustee will provide direction for the Centre on a wide range of matters with due care and diligence. They will provide strategic overview in terms of purpose and delivery of services. They will develop forwarding planning systems which consider current and future factors which impact on services we provide. They will closely monitor and review external and internal factors which influence the need for services within South Ayrshire.
Accountability
The Trustee is accountable to the Board, contractual partners, regulatory bodies such as OSCR and Care Inspectorate.
Trustee’s manage the Centre effectively and regularly meet to oversee the activities and services provided by the Centre. They have a vital role in terms of setting and reviewing policies and procedures in consultation with all staff within the Centre and if appropriate partner agencies.
The Committee shall ensure that our Annual Report is completed, and our AGM is held within the timescales set out within the Constitution of the Centre.
Interest of the Charity
Trustees are expected to put the interest of the charity before their own interests or the interests of any other person or organisation. Applicants must be committed to the ethos/aims and objectives of the Centre.
Charitable Purpose
Trustee much ensure the charity is operating and fulfilling its charitable purpose as outlined within its constitution.
Specific duties
• Attend Board Meetings and Sub-Committee meeting as required
• Give priority to the interests of the Centre
• Act with due care and diligence
• Ensure the charity operates within its charitable purpose
Qualifications and Skills
• Experience within the Charitable Sector
• Understanding of decision-making systems within Local and National Government
• Good understanding in terms of housing and homelessness
• Good understanding Debt, Benefits and income maximisation
• Understanding poverty related issues
• Good team worker
• Attendance at related training and seminars
Personal Qualities
• Maturity
• Patience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Confident
• Caring and approachable
• Resourceful
• Negotiating ability
• Non-judgemental
Trust in Fife are looking for committed individuals who can share their skills and experience to support the governance and strategic direction of the organisation. The Board Member will be passionate about the values of the organisation, have an ability to work as part of a team; an understanding of the pressures facing charitable organisations in the current economic climate and a genuine interest in being involved.
The role involves:
-Developing strategy and planning
-Developing policies and procedures and establishing monitoring systems
-Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements
-Financial reporting
Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your local area?
You don’t need a military background for this role, but you should be empathic to the needs of the armed forces community, have some experience of managing people and possess good I.T. skills. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Leading and coordinating a team of volunteers the Branch Chair oversees all aspects of the branch. Ultimately accountable to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, through the National Chairman your role is to ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s Royal Charter Rules, Regulations and policies.
What is a Branch Chair?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas. Each branch has a Chair to oversee all aspects of the branch. Also, to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound. You will be the public face of SSAFA in your branch area.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community for more than 130 years. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and more people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about leadership, coordination and administration. The role requires an ongoing time commitment of 1-2 days per week. In addition, you would need to organise and attend regular meetings throughout the year.
What would you be doing?
Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations both directly, and through the Branch Secretary, other Branch Officers.
Providing support and guidance to volunteers in office holder roles, and support with recruitment of volunteers into these positions to ensure the sustainability of the branch
Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs
Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policie.
Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and working with other volunteers, regional and central office staff to attract and recruit new volunteers as required
Ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, inducted, supported and managed in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers and supporters know how to contact the branch
Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution in accordance with SSAFA’s Complaints Policy and procedures, referring upwards any that are not suitable for local resolution
Shetland Women's Aid are looking for women to join us in promoting the safety and wellbeing of women and children in Shetland who are affected by domestic abuse and gender-based violence. SWA is a registered charity funded by local and national grant aid to provide safety planning, counselling, refuge, advice and guidance about housing, finance and legal issues to women. There is also a children and young person's service focused on offering therapy and support to children and young people. The aim for Shetland Women's Aid is 'An equitable society in which women, children and young people are valued participants, able to determine their own future and are free from all forms of abuse.'
As a trustee you will be instrumental in helping us realise our vision and mission. Part of your role will be to ensure that our day to day operation fulfils our strategic vision.
If you decide to join Shetland Women's Aid, you can make a real difference to the women and children who experience domestic and sexual abuse.
Furniture Plus provides affordable furniture to people in Fife through their Dysart and Dunfermline stores, supporting the community and the environment by reducing waste and encouraging reuse. They are looking for Warehouse Assistants to help out in their showroom in Dunfermline.
The main tasks include:
• Helping to load and unload vans for deliveries and collections
• Ensuring the quality of donated furniture meets Furniture Plus standards
• Book in new stock and move it to the showroom for sale
• Keeping the warehouse environment tidy and safe
Volunteers can acquire more skills, knowledge and confidence as part of a dynamic team of staff and volunteers. If this is what you are looking for, get in touch with Furniture Plus today.
Furniture Plus provides affordable furniture to people in Fife through their Dysart and Dunfermline stores, supporting the community and the environment by reducing waste and encouraging reuse. They are looking for Warehouse Assistants to help out in their showroom in Dysart.
The main tasks include:
• Helping to load and unload vans for deliveries and collections
• Ensuring the quality of donated furniture meets Furniture Plus standards
• Book in new stock and move it to the showroom for sale
• Keeping the warehouse environment tidy and safe
Volunteers can acquire more skills, knowledge and confidence as part of a dynamic team of staff and volunteers. If this is what you are looking for, get in touch with Furniture Plus today.
Furniture Plus provides affordable furniture to people in Fife through their Dysart and Dunfermline stores, supporting the community and the environment by reducing waste and encouraging reuse. They are looking for Drivers to deliver and collect furniture within the community from their outlet in Dysart.
The main tasks include:
• Ensuring deliveries and collections are carried out daily
• Ensuring that the goods delivered to the warehouse are safely stored in the warehouse and that any potential repairs/cleaning is pointed out to the warehouse team
• Assisting with maintaining standards of service to customers
• Carrying out deliveries and collections with support from the driver's mate
Volunteers can acquire more skills, knowledge and confidence as part of a dynamic team of staff and volunteers. If this is what you are looking for, get in touch with Furniture Plus today.