The RAF Association is a member-led, welfare charity that exists to ensure that all members of the RAF community are supported, when they require it. The caseworker’s role is at the heart of this charity objective and volunteers undertaking this role will be helping us to deliver this support to the RAF community. The role is about supporting and listening to an individual and assessing their needs - this can include anything from helping them to complete a form, applying for funding for a wet-room or new white goods. Caseworkers may also need to gather complex information and ask questions regarding finances and health conditions. You would be required to provide clear and precise information on these topics. A RAF or forces background is not essential, and we welcome applications from all areas of the community.

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.

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Family Support Volunteer. Key Details • Western Isles wide project. • Flexible and variable days and hours throughout the year. Can you: • Understand the needs of new mums and dads. • Empathise with parents struggling to cope. • Be respectful and non-judgemental. • Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. What you can expect: • You will provide practical and emotional support to parents. • Visit families in their own home and sometimes accompanying them to groups or activities in the community. • Play a key role in working with parents to friendships, confidence and skills which will enhance their lives and enable them to give their children the best start in life. What we can offer: • Gaining experience in working with children and families. • Being involved in your local community. • Be part of our friendly team. • Meet new people. • Gain a sense of pride and self-worth.

The role The role of a CAB general adviser is very varied. Some of the thing’s advisers do in Nairn CAB: •Interview clients at the bureau, by phone or in person: listen to the client and let them explain the problem, help them to clarify the issues by exploring the problem and asking questions. •Provide information from our AdviserNet information system and other sources. •Explain the choices the client faces, and what these choices mean. •Offer practical help to clients by writing letters, making phone calls and helping fill in forms. •Perform calculations (for example, to assess entitlement to certain kinds of benefits). •Refer clients to other agencies if they are better placed to help. •Record cases: make a record of the client’s details so that further help can be given if a client returns to the bureau. •Prevent future problems by identifying issues that affect a lot of clients – this is called social policy work. Does this sound like you? •Able to listen and communicate with clients. •Able to use a computer. •Willing to undertake the basic training and in-service training to keep them up to date. •Able to work within the CAB principles-keep confidentiality and give impartial advice. •Able to work within CAB equal opportunities and anti-racism policies. •Willing to work as a team member. How to apply - Please email: bureau@nairncab.casonline.org.uk

Swaddle is a small social enterprise and registered charity based in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire. Since 2016, we are committed to supporting local families in the early years of parenthood. We run a boutique style preloved shop where families can access a wide selection of great quality baby and pre-school children’s clothes, toys & equipment at low prices. More than just a shop, they act as a hub for parents to connect, share, volunteer and engage with each other and the wider community in a positive way. Every penny from the sale of donated items is reinvested back into running our services and delivering programmes that support mums and families when they need it most. Roles vary within our volunteer programme and are individual to each person’s abilities, needs, wishes and availability. We accept volunteers at our shop and our hub premises, both in central Hamilton. All roles aim to provide a benefit to the volunteers as well as to our local community. Wear your comfy clothes and shoes as you may be sorting, ironing, folding or tidying. We have a kitchen area and provide plenty of tea or coffee. We'll get the music on, and there's always good fun and chat. You can help with shop launches, fulfil community support requests, prepare free goods, or sort through our amazing donations. If you have any particular skills or interest we will look at this on an individual basis.

Volunteering Matters, the national volunteering charity, are working closely with Barnardo's to set up a new service in Clackmannanshire called "Two's Company". We are now looking for Volunteer Befrienders to support children and young people aged 10-14. As a Befriender, you will provide regular 1:1 support to a young person in Clackmannanshire. Acting as a reliable, positive and trustworthy role model, you will spend time with a young person to take part in fun community activities, and providing social and emotional support. Two's Company supports young people who are socially isolated or who face a range of life challenges or barriers. Once trained and matched to a young person with similar interests, you will meet with your young person regularly (normally fortnightly) and take part in a fun activity or group. For example, you could meet for a hot chocolate, go for walks, a gym class, bowling or the cinema. There may be particular activities that the young person would like to take part in but we also encourage volunteer befrienders to introduce ideas for new activities when appropriate. Befrienders will give a young person a positive role model in their life by passing on their skills and experience, enabling them to try new experiences and simply providing them with a few hours of fun. By committing to just a couple of hours every fortnight, you could make a real difference where it is needed the most.

Home-Start Glasgow South is a family support charity based in Glasgow South. We work with families, with at least one child up to the age of 8, who are struggling to cope with the challenges of parenting along with sometimes difficult personal circumstances. Our volunteers visit families for 2-3 hours each week in their own home to provide practical and emotional support. If a family is isolated, they may need support to go to a local group. An overwhelmed parent may need help to organise the household or it could be that a mum or dad just need someone to talk to. A volunteer can make a big difference in a couple of hours a week. Volunteering in the family home can also include Perinatal Support (pregnancy -2 years) and English Tutoring. The support and friendship you can provide is invaluable and can help take away some of the stresses of day to day life, enabling parents to cope better with daily tasks and improve their confidence, giving their children the best possible start in life.

We are looking for volunteers who can help Care Experienced people who may feel lonely and isolated this Christmas.  Our Christmas volunteers will assist in providing transport to and from the venue on Christmas day. Pickups from 10.30am (depending on location) and drop offs will start at 3pm. This role will involve interacting with people aged 18 plus through providing a memorable day for so many on a day that can be extremely challenging. Who Cares? Scotland is a people organisation. We invest in our people, our relationships and in a positive working culture. It’s important to us that our volunteer team is included, involved and motivated to change society. We aim to recruit people with excellent qualities from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our mission. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with care experience.   What will I be doing? Providing transport to Care Experienced people to and from the venue in Glasgow on Christmas day Helping Care Experienced people connect and have fun Helping Care Experienced people feel relaxed and comfortable attending the event Ensuring Care Experienced people feel safe getting to and from the event What skills can I bring to this role? Ability to work well with people and in a team Good communication and listening skills What qualities do I need? To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy Be enthusiastic, flexible, and committed Reliable and approachable Friendly, helpful, and understanding Reliability and a commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed Location The venue is in Glasgow however, our members will be attending from across Scotland. What will I gain from the role? A sense of satisfaction in helping Care Experienced people have fun and be together on what can be a challenging day Practical experience of working with people Have fun! What support will I be given? Training and brief before the event Expenses – all out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed Support from staff

Mamacita Foundation is seeking organized and detail-oriented volunteers to assist with sorting and managing donated items. Volunteers will help ensure that donations are processed efficiently and distributed to those in need. Responsibilities: Sort and categorize donated items such as clothing, food, household goods, and other essentials. Maintain an organized inventory system. Assist with the preparation and distribution of donation packages. Ensure that donated items meet quality standards. Help with the setup and cleanup of donation sorting areas. Work with other volunteers and staff to support the overall mission of the foundation.

Mamacita Foundation is looking for dedicated volunteers who are fluent in foreign languages and English to assist our non-English speaking service users. Volunteers will provide translation services and tutoring to help individuals improve their English language skills and better integrate into the community. Responsibilities: Provide translation services for service users who do not speak English. Assist with tutoring sessions to help individuals improve their English language skills. Support service users in understanding important documents and communications. Help facilitate communication between service users and staff or other volunteers. Prepare and provide language learning materials and resources. Encourage and motivate service users to practice and improve their English.