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Time to spare? We need you!
Would you like to join our team of part-time volunteers at our Kirriemuir Red Cross shop?
We need sorters, steamers, till operators, those with an interest in books, fashion, collectables. You never know what will come in the next bag of donations.......different every day!
Assisting in the shop will help people learn new skills, meet people, be part of a team and help fundraise for the organisation. The shop is staffed with trained people who will assist and help you settle in both in the stockroom and shop floor. If you are interested, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Last updated 4 days ago
Develop your skills and lead a team of up to 5 volunteers at a time in the daily running of an established charity shop in Hawick. Supervisory experience is a boost on any CV.
Here at Oxfam we're dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality. Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, poverty isn't inevitable. We respond fast in emergencies, work on long-term projects with communities and campaign for genuine, lasting change. Our volunteers, staff, and those we aim to influence are all guided by our values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness.
We've developed a comprehensive training programme to give you all the skills and support you need to lead a team of up to 5 volunteers at a time. No experience is necessary, our only requirement is you are over 18 due to the nature of this opportunity. We value inclusiveness so have other exciting opportunities are available for those who are not yet 18.
If you have a couple of hours to give to Oxfam, then we'd like to hear from you.
Supervisory training and experience can really improve your CV and career prospects.
You’ll learn all about:
• Opening & closing the shop
• Daily admin & accountancy tasks
• Monitoring performance & training the team
• Understanding sales figures &targets
About you:
• Honesty, reliability, and commitment
• Hard working and a willingness to learn
• Able to work well in a team
What this role can offer the volunteer:
• Significant supervisory experience and training to improve your CV
• You'll make a real difference within the shop
• Be part of a diverse. fun and energetic team
*Boost your confidence, skills, and CV by volunteering*
Last updated 9 days ago
Whether you are passionate about clothing, music or books, love to organise, know your bric-a-brac or even want to get creative with our displays, your time, and skills with be appreciated.
Here at Oxfam we're dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality. Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, poverty isn't inevitable. We respond fast in emergencies, work on long-term projects with communities and campaign for genuine, lasting change. Our volunteers, staff, and those we aim to influence are all guided by our values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness.
There are several different areas in our shops that could use your expertise. Whether you are passionate about clothing, love to organise, know your bric-a-brac or even want to get creative with our displays, your time, and skills with be appreciated.
If you have a couple of hours to give to Oxfam, then we'd like to hear from you.
We want to hear from you if you are:
• Reliable and honest
• Willing to learn new skills
• Interested in working with a team
The role involves:
• It's up to you! You can help behind the scenes or on the shop floor and you can branch out into different areas and do extra training. For example, team leader, online retail, social media, admin & accountancy roles, community outreach, and events organising.
Last updated 9 days ago
This is a very rewarding role providing much-needed support for people who are accessing our service. The main element of the role is to deliver or collect wheelchairs to/from people’s homes supporting them to maintain their independence, or you could choose to support members of the public from varying locations around the hub area (e.g. often using partner supermarket car parks) to enable them to obtain a wheelchair or other mobility aids equipment. You could also be driving between hub and spoke locations to transfer stock. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys meeting people, can show compassion and empathy and who likes driving. It will involve driving a Red Cross or hire vehicle.
Tasks include:
• Delivering and collecting wheelchairs using a Red Cross van
• Loading / unloading wheelchairs ready for daily runs
• Demonstrating safe use of the equipment
• Using a computer-based stock control system
• Receiving payments/donations and issuing receipts
Last updated 9 days ago
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.
Last updated 12 days ago
When there is a fire, flood or severe weather, we’re among the first to respond. From making a cup of tea to trekking through snow and sleet to deliver the essentials, we work with other organisations to do what’s needed straight away.
This service operates 24/7 and is staffed by volunteers on an on call rota
To be a part of this Emergency Response Service, we are looking volunteers who:
Can be on call for 24 hours a month.
Can ideally drive and have access to a vehicle , though this is not essential.
To apply:
https://volunteer.redcross.org.uk/opportunities/22590-emergency-response-volunteer-shetland-2021-11-09
Health and Safety Statement We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety. We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment. We will also have a conversation with you to discuss any restrictions that may still be in place in your region and identify any adjustments you may need. If you have any questions before applying please contact us at healthvolunteer@redcross.org.uk
Last updated 15 days ago
We’re recruiting for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to join our team in Troon!
Interacting with customers, providing a high level of customer service and ensuring that the shop is a friendly and welcoming place
Operating the till (including end of day cashing up) and credit card machine
Alerting the Volunteer Shop Manager/Co-ordinator to any issues
Championing the RNLI, our One Crew ethos, and building the reputation of Troon Lifeboat Station in the local community
Last updated 15 days ago
Linking Lives UK has been working hard to respond effectively to the impact of Covid-19 particularly among those already affected by social isolation and loneliness on a daily basis.
Aberdeen Two’s Company is a local telephone befriending service that connects volunteers with local people (‘Link Friends’) through telephone contact. The aim of our telephone befriending is to help reduce the impact that social isolation by making connections with others. This is especially important at this time of COVID-19 Crisis in the UK.
To volunteer and help please complete the following form at https://forms.gle/5LbSKmH7o9Zh5J2n8 or email aberdeentwoscompany@gmail.com
All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated.
Last updated 19 days ago
*Help people who feel alone - just a few hours a week from you could make the future brighter for someone experiencing loneliness or social isolation.*
Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation which helps people who may be lonely or at risk of loneliness and social isolation.
-What our volunteers do:
Loneliness and social isolation affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Being or feeling alone can have a devastating impact on people’s health and wellbeing, as well as on communities, hospitals and other public services. Through just a few hours a week, you could provide a huge help for someone experiencing loneliness or social isolation.
-Support for people and volunteering during COVID-19 Pandemic:
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our befriending service to our older people has now transitioned from face to face to phone/video contact. We now also offer shopping, prescription collection etc. where necessary to the older people. Depression is also a major issue so our befrienders are needing to keep in touch more often than before to ensure their Befriendees are safe and sound and to offer any possible support.
-How to get involved:
We provide volunteer support to tackle loneliness in the following areas of Aberdeen:
- Stoneywood
- Seaton
- Bucksburn
- Northfield
- Bridge of Don
- Dyce
If you would like to volunteer with us, send us an email or give us a ring and we will contact you within a few days to provide further details and discuss how you can get involved. Our email is info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.
Last updated 19 days ago
Food Train Connects provides a one to one grocery shopping services for older people who are no longer able to manage independently, through age, ill health, frailty or disability.
Becoming a Food Train Connects Shopping Friend is rewarding and it makes a huge difference to people’s lives. It’s amazing the impact that regular support with grocery shopping can have on someone who is isolated or lonely. If you want to make sure that an older person is able to live well in their own home this is a great opportunity to do so.
Last updated a month ago