As a volunteer you’ll drive the van and help deliver/collect furniture. Due to Covid-19 restrictions all deliveries and collection are made to and from the front doors of properties we will not be entering any homes. Covid-19 protocols must always be followed, for example, wearing face masks and keeping hands and surfaces clean.

As a volunteer you’ll help sort through donations and ensure that shelves are kept stocked and that ‘use first’ items are displayed. Complete forms for people using the Food bank and if they’re using it regularly ask them if they’d like to speak to someone to get the help they need. Covid-19 protocols must always be followed, for example, wearing face masks and keeping hands and surfaces clean.

As a volunteer you’ll help open up the charity shop, make sure the shop is clean and tidy and that donations are displayed properly. If you volunteer on a Friday, you’ll be accepting and sorting through donations. At the end of the day, you’ll close up the shop and ensure all paperwork is complete. Covid-19 protocols must always be followed, for example, wearing face masks and keeping hands and surfaces clean.

As a volunteer you’ll help open up the furniture hall, make sure the hall is clean and tidy and that donations are displayed properly. You’ll greet customers and answer telephone enquiries. At the end of the day, you’ll close up the hall and ensure all money is secure and paperwork is complete. Covid-19 protocols must always be followed, for example, wearing face masks and keeping hands and surfaces clean.

One to One Counselling are looking for some local Aboyne/Banchory area volunteers to join a local sub-committee to support the One to One Manager

Volunteers Supporting Families was initially set up in response to the death of Victoria Climbie and the Lord Laming enquiry that followed. The project offers a pioneering approach, recruiting volunteers from the local community to provide support to families whose children are subject to a child protection or safeguarding plan, or have additional needs. We match trained volunteers with families where children are at risk of significant harm or neglect, or need additional help. Volunteers support the family at least once a week within the city of Edinburgh, at a time that suits everyone. The aim is to build a strong relationship based on trust and mutual respect, with volunteers acting as a positive role model who listens and offers practical or emotional help. So far, thousands of families across the UK have benefitted from our service. We have a proven track record of reducing the number of children on child protection plans and reducing the level of risk. The project delivers positive outcomes for families, enabling parents to overcome challenges, engage with universal services, access health checks and improve their children's school attendance. Please email james.donnelly@volunteeringmatters.org.uk or call 07823 413 260 to apply.

Restart are also looking for a Volunteer storeperson to help lift and carry furniture (some of which can be heavy), also to meet and greet customers dropping off donations in yard. This would is a great opportunity for someone who relishes getting stuck in but who also enjoys social interaction with customers. If you would like to know more about these opprotunities please contact Ian Robertson at Restart on 876 605 or at:

Restart are looking for volunteer van driver, to pick up small electrical items from customer’s houses every Friday commencing 25th September. The volunteer will need to be over 25 with a full, clean licence to satisfy insurance requirements. This is a great opportunity to make an environmental difference locally, whilst helping those on low incomes.

Volunteers will be required to collect and unpack food from the local supermarket. They will offer a warm welcome and ask customers for details for Track & Trace. Face coverings will need to be worn. This opportunity is perfect for a person who is compassionate, firm and non judgemental. The Salvation Army is a Christian Church and charity. Volunteers would be required to be in sympathy with the Christian faith & willing to work in an environment free from alcohol, gambling and smoking.

If you like cooking, learning new recipes or want to gain catering skills or experience then becoming part of the lively Kitchen Team might interest you! At each session one of our experienced volunteers will be the Lead Cook who decides, once they have seen what food donations are available, what to make for the meal. The Lead Cook is an experienced volunteer who will support their team. Together with the other volunteers they will plan what tasks are needed to ensure the meal is ready for the participants. All volunteers are given appropriate tasks dependent on their experience and interests.