Learning new skills. Helping a charity whilst having fun at the same time. Development of talents that we value such as communication skills, numeracy, teamwork and taking responsibility.

Save The Children are looking for people to join our lovely team in the Lerwick Save the Children Shop. The shop is led entirely by volunteers so we're always keen to expand our team and to raise as much money and awareness for the charity as possible. The Sales Assistant opportunity involves customer service, cash handling, processing through donations, visual merchandising and there's the option to get involved in all sorts of things such as retail administration and social media marketing. No experience is required as all training will be provided, along with a friendly cuppa! It's a brilliant opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and share your own experiences. At the end of each shift you know that you've helped to make a real difference to the lives of children all over the world - it's hugely satisfying! We are ideally looking for people who can commit to a three hour shift, on a regular basis. However, we can be flexible and if you can give any time at all we would be very keen to meet you and welcome you along to meet our team.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) in Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire works with NHS Forth Valley to develop volunteering in local hospitals. We are looking for older volunteers or those in/approaching retirement to carry out support roles in Stirling Community Hospital, Falkirk Community Hospital, Forth Valley Royal Hospital or Clackmannanshire Healthcare Centre - with the aim of making a visit to the hospital a better experience for patients and visitors. Volunteers provide support to patients and visitors in many different departments. There are w wide range of volunteer roles available and we will help to find one which suits you! Volunteers contribute to the well-being of patients and visitors by being a listening ear, and a helpful and friendly face welcoming people to the hospital. Our volunteers feel valued, make new friends and keep active in retirement.

Working in partnership with The Co op it has been reported that over 70% of people living in the UK have expressed that at some point in their lives they have experienced loneliness and/or Social Isolation. This can have a detrimental effect on health and wellbeing and we are looking to support those most at risk. This can be anyone 16+ for example New Mums, Individuals with Mobility Restrictions, Elderly, Individuals experiencing Bereavement/Empty Nest to name a few. This will be a volunteer led project with support from Community Connectors based in Dundee/Fife/Aberdeen/Inverness and Shetland. We are looking for individuals who are willing to give up a little of their time to re build service users confidence to re-engage into their local communities. Each service user will be supported for a 12 week period and will be sign posted to the relevant organisation as required. All training is provided which is fantastic for self-development! This is a new project with new staff and volunteers who are all extremely excited to be involved.

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

Do you have an interest in excellent customer service? Play a key role in helping people to gain their independence back. A Mobility Aids Volunteer driver This key role will enable people to return home after an illness or surgery and help them to remain independent or go on a holiday or trip with friends or family. It will involve driving a Red Cross vehicle. Typical tasks include Delivering and collecting wheelchairs Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs

CASE stands for Caring And Sharing Effectively and the project began in Kilmarnock in December 1999 as a charity with the vision that it would be supported entirely by volunteers so that all the money would go to local community projects & selected projects abroad with the aim of helping those in need. We need more volunteers to work in our charity shop assisting customers with purchasing of goods, preparing items for sale, providing customer advice & taking payments for goods. Volunteers will learn new skills & gain experience to add to their CV, meeting new people, other volunteers & customers will help to build self-confidence which can help people getting back into the workplace.

You will be providing invaluable help with the running of the shop, keeping it stocked and attractively displayed. You can get involved as much or as little as you like by: sorting out stock; putting your own stamp on the shop displays; getting EPOS-trained in order to serve customers at the till. You even get a 20% discount on donated goods. Being part of a huge fundraising effort is very motivating as you provide the best service possible by representing the British Red Cross.

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.

Help go on the rota to assist the shop to provide a service to members of the public and to raise funding for the Red Cross.