As a CHSS Community Connector you can support CHSS any time or anywhere, giving as much or as little time to the tasks as you wish. As long as you have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer you can get involved to ensure No Life is Half Lived.

Share volunteering information at events/fairs/talks Distribution of leaflets, posters, application packs in agreed areas/venues across Lothian Signpost to the VST if contacts requested or questions asked Keep a record of where information has been distributed and who has been approached Return surplus materials to NHS Lothian Voluntary Services Team And/or Designing of new posters and other promotional material for approval by VST Use local knowledge and research to collate contact details and mailing lists for VST to share promotional material Share volunteering information at events/fairs/talks

Re-Engage (formerly Contact the Elderly) was set up in 1965, and is committed to older people being heard, valued and engaged. Supported by a network of volunteers, the group organises monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for small groups of older people around 70 and over, who live alone, offering a regular and vital friendship link every month. Coordinators ensure everything runs smoothly each month. They are normally the volunteer drivers too. Coordinators organise the monthly group outings by liaising with the hosts and the drivers so that everyone is clear about the time, date and place. Support and advice for coordinators is readily available from National Office, Development Officer or Support Officer. They ask all group coordinators for two references and the group also undertake a PVG check before starting as a volunteer. The coordinator role is very important. It is the coordinator’s role to be organised and keep everyone informed, planning the monthly host schedule, assisting with PVG checks and liaising with new volunteers and guests. Re-Engage hold an annual Group Coordinator meeting.

We need your help in the ensuring the smooth running of our busy Reception Area. Your duties will include giving a friendly greeting to members of the public, staff and visiting contractors; answering the telephone and transferring calls and general administrative duties. Volunteering with us is always a rewarding experience! You will gain invaluable Reception experience with Scotland's leading animal welfare charity in the knowledge that you are contributing, as part of our wider team, to caring for animals across the country.

At Key we support disabled people of all ages throughout Scotland. We believe that good support is essential for a good life and we work alongside each person we support, and their family, to help them live life to the full. People we support are actively involved in everything we do through our strong partnership with TAG (The Advisory Group) - a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation run by disabled people. TAG supports people to play a central role, alongside our Board of Directors, in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring the quality of our services. We are looking to develop our range of group and workshop activities within in our central Ayr hub and our supported accommodation project. We are looking to recruit volunteers who are willing to share their skills, knowledge and talents with the people who use our services. Main duties: Together we will identify the skills and interests of volunteer group facilitators; to develop a programme of activities for people we support; so they can benefit from volunteer led group sessions to try/ find out more about/develop new skills and activities, build confidence and reduce social isolation. Group sessions will be co facilitated by volunteer(s) and a member of staff.

Your Community Needs You! Help save lives in your community by volunteering to become a Community First Aider. Our Group gets asked to cover community events delivering first aid cover. We are also out and about delivering First Aid where required on Saturday nights in Ayr and Prestwick; covering first aid for all pubs and night clubs along side street pastors, Police Scotland and taxi marshals with CCTV cover and in radio contact with all. First aid training will be delivered by an outside trainer. This is a great volunteer experience; worthwhile and rewarding. https://www.scottishambulance.com/your-community/volunteering-with-us/

Ayrshire Tigers PFC is a community-based Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) based in Ayr which works in partnership with the Scottish Powerchair Football Association (SPFA) to provide equal opportunity for powerchair users in Ayrshire to engage in team sport. The Club is an independent organisation run by its own Board of Trustees which is elected by its members. The club is focused on providing opportunities to play, coach and support powerchair football and is open to everyone. The team is currently playing in the Scottish Powerchair Football Premiership. The Club was formed to benefit powerchair users living in Ayrshire to engage in team sport and prevent isolation by offering a place for people to come and feel welcome, have fun and be part of a team. Ayrshire Tigers PFC is seeking to recruit suitably experienced and qualified people onto our Board of Trustees. This is a rewarding opportunity to join the founding charity trustees of Ayrshire Tigers Powerchair Football Club, to help it develop, grow and become sustainable. In an increasing challenging financial environment, we are seeking to increase our working partnerships, improve our effectiveness, continue to develop creative approaches to meet need and increase our income. To help achieve this, we are seeking new volunteer Board Trustees, particularly those with an appropriate level of the following knowledge, skills or experience:  Grant Funding Applications  Fundraising  Marketing (selling and promoting the club in the community)  Admin  Social Media  Club Development As a trustee you will help to set and maintain the charity’s vision, mission and values. You will also help to ensure that the charity: • pursues its charitable purposes as defined in its Governing Document • complies with relevant legislation or regulations • works towards sustainability by developing a funding strategy • maintains the financial stability of Ayrshire Tigers PFC, • resources are well managed and used effectively. As a trustee you will also be involved in appointing and supporting Ayrshire Tigers PFC volunteers. New Trustees should be able to attend at least 75% of meetings per year, actively participate, to read papers in advance of meetings and participate in other tasks as arising from time to time. It is important to note that no one individual is responsible for the governance of the charity, rather we act collectively and make decisions based on collective responsibility. Not had experience as a trustee? Don’t worry - We have support in place to support all new trustees. A full UK driving license is desirable but not essential. In return for your time, the club will provide any training deemed necessary and put you through your PVG. To apply for this role, please upload a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) and CV to info@ayrshiretigers.co.uk. Interviews will take place, via video conference and will be conducted by a small panel of current Board Trustees. Benefits Benefits of being a board member with Ayrshire Tigers PFC include: • Supporting the work of organisation. • Meeting new people. • Being part of a team. • Developing new and existing skills.

Welcome To The Gaiety! Welcome to The Gaiety, one of Scotland’s oldest theatres and home to many a stage legend who considers our beautifully intimate and traditional auditorium their favourite venue. Ayr Gaiety Partnership (AGP) owns and runs this iconic venue. It’s mission is to increase wellbeing through the arts. With membership open to all local residents, the organisation is committed to delivering for its whole community. AGP’s core belief is that everyone has a right to a cultural life – and that the arts can transform individuals and communities. Much more than a theatre, The Gaiety continues to make a difference across Ayrshire as well as in Ayr. Core activities include: Operating a theatre showcasing and producing professional theatre, providing a stage for many local organisations and welcoming over 65,000 people annually. We are currently looking to recruit Volunteer Theatre Technicians. This exciting and varied volunteering role will: Welcome and assist visiting production technical staff and companies to the venue, ensuring they are treated appropriately and always as an important and valued client. Support the full time technical staff in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of fit-ups, shows and get outs, in line with company policy, current health and safety legislation and the requirements of the visiting production or event. Take pride in your working environment at all times ensuring that work areas are clean, tidy and safe. Under the direction of the full time technical staff assist as required in the inspection, servicing and maintenance of the stage machinery and production equipment. Work safely at all times, proactively identifying risks to yourself, other colleagues and customers health, safety or security and take appropriate actions to keep everyone safe. Implement and comply with the company Health & Safety policy, maintaining the safest possible environment for your colleagues, visiting companies and customers. Attend training as required, developing skills and knowledge relevant to the job role and your career goals. Work collaboratively as a team member, working well with others to ensure all required tasks are completed. Maintain can do, professional attitude. Proactively identify tasks, which need to be done and take responsibility for completing them. The role is also responsible to all full time members of the venue technical team and will work closely with other casual theatre staff. You will work closely with visiting companies, touring teams, contractors and other Ayr Gaiety staff.

Welcome To The Gaiety! Welcome to The Gaiety, one of Scotland’s oldest theatres and home to many a stage legend who considers our beautifully intimate and traditional auditorium their favourite venue. Ayr Gaiety Partnership (AGP) owns and runs this iconic venue. It’s mission is to increase wellbeing through the arts. With membership open to all local residents, the organisation is committed to delivering for its whole community. AGP’s core belief is that everyone has a right to a cultural life – and that the arts can transform individuals and communities. Much more than a theatre, The Gaiety continues to make a difference across Ayrshire as well as in Ayr. Core activities include: Operating a theatre showcasing and producing professional theatre, providing a stage for many local organisations and welcoming over 65,000 people annually Working in excluded and isolated urban and rural communities, co-creating, and sharing stories and experiences for fun, for growth and for change. Partnering with a network of local organisations to put culture and inclusion at the heart of local economic regeneration and community health and wellbeing. We are currently recruiting for a number of volunteer opportunities: The main duties of the Front of House volunteer are: -Welcoming patrons to the theatre and making sure they have a wonderful experience throughout.

Welcome To The Gaiety! Welcome to The Gaiety, one of Scotland’s oldest theatres and home to many a stage legend who considers our beautifully intimate and traditional auditorium their favourite venue. Ayr Gaiety Partnership (AGP) owns and runs this iconic venue. It’s mission is to increase wellbeing through the arts. With membership open to all local residents, the organisation is committed to delivering for its whole community. AGP’s core belief is that everyone has a right to a cultural life – and that the arts can transform individuals and communities. Much more than a theatre, The Gaiety continues to make a difference across Ayrshire as well as in Ayr. Core activities include: Operating a theatre showcasing and producing professional theatre, providing a stage for many local organisations and welcoming over 65,000 people annually Working in excluded and isolated urban and rural communities, co-creating, and sharing stories and experiences for fun, for growth and for change. Partnering with a network of local organisations to put culture and inclusion at the heart of local economic regeneration and community health and wellbeing. We are currently recruiting for a number of volunteer opportunities: The main duties of the Ticket Desk volunteer are: Be the welcoming face of the Gaiety. With most ticket sales being bought online, the ticket desk ensures everyone who can and should gets to see the show. For this you would be using a computer booking system in which we will support you in your learning.