Role involves: • Identifying and placing collecting boxes in suitable locations • Talking to the shop owner, receptionist etc at the location about how the boxes will help Guide Dogs and what we do • Empting boxes every 3-6 months (as they get full) and banking the income through the paying in book provided. Give a receipt and letter of thanks to the hosts • Keeping a written record of the location of all boxes for your supervisor, the dates they are emptied and the dates/amounts banked • If boxes aren’t collecting much, you’ll decide to move them to a better location. Your supervisor may also ask you to remove boxes • Reporting any stolen boxes to the local Mobility Team • Spotting the potential for further fundraising amongst the box holders for Community Fundraiser

• To give talks when requested to local organisations and groups within a 15 mile radius of the your home • Keeping up to date with Guide Dogs news and key messages • Talks should be natural and enthusiastic, tailored to the audience and following guidelines on current key messages • Passing any donations given for talks to the Mobility Team as per guidelines • Attending cheque presentations when requested by the local Mobility Team • Informing your Mobility Team Support Worker of any requests to do talks using the speaker cards supplied • Encouraging local organisations and groups to volunteer or fundraise on behalf of Guide Dogs

When we are well connected we are well informed and well supported. We're building a stronger, more vibrant community of blind and partially sighted people and we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to make this a reality. Could you become a leading figure in a small team of volunteers in your area? You must be blind or partially sighted and a member of RNIB Connect. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact RNIB Volunteer Recruitment Team at E Mail: volunteering@rnib.org.uk or tel: 01733 374 450.

Do you enjoy driving and meeting people? Can you help us by driving blind and partially sighted people from their homes to various appointments, activities and services within your local area? This would be done using your own vehicle. Most of the driving would be done on Thursdays. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact RNIB Volunteer Recruitment Team at E Mail: volunteering@rnib.org.uk or tel: 01733 374 450.

You will be providing the puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog with someone with sight loss. What does the role involve? • Feeding, training and generally caring for a puppy's needs on a daily basis is time consuming and, particularly when very young, they cannot be left on their own for more than three hours • You will develop and care for a puppy as directed by your supervisor and as described in Puppy Walking Policies and Procedures • You will familiarise the puppy with many different environments • Teaching basic obedience commands You will need access to a suitable area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, including first thing in the morning and last thing at night What skills or experience are required? Good communication skills, Good interpersonal skills Experience of being in an environment around dogs an advantage What will I get out of it? • The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home • The satisfaction that you have had a pivotal role in providing guide dogs that enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else

Do you have a few hours to spare each week? We are looking for volunteers from the local community to dedicate their time and enthusiasm to making our charity shop in South Queensferry a success. The shop, that is solely managed and run by a friendly group of volunteers, is located on South Queensferry picturesque High Street. It boasts a range of items including ladies’ clothes, textiles, toys accessories and books.

Do you enjoy meeting new people? Could you guide delegates around a venue? Our Looking Forward courses offer practical advice, and an opportunity to socialise for people affected by visually impairment. We are looking for friendly volunteers to offer a warm reception making them feel welcomed with refreshments and conversation.

The Name a Puppy Ambassadors build positive relationships, primarily with local companies, explain the Name a Puppy scheme and how it helps Guide Dogs. This may involve promoting the product to management and/or groups of employees. Activities include: Attending appropriate training courses to learn more about the scheme and Guide Dogs, where appropriate. Working with Regional Development Fundraising Manager to organise convenient dates to visit companies and organisations that are interested in Name a Puppy. Organising, setting up and clearning away any promotional materials or information stands. Providing fundraising advice and support to organisations and companies pledging to Name a Puppy in conjunction with the Community Fundraiser and local branch members. Contacting the company representatives directly after the pledge and to thank them on behalf of Guide Dogs.

Are you friendly, patient and able to build a good rapport with people? We are looking for volunteers to spend time with blind and partially sighted people both outside and in their homes on a regular basis. You will help with small tasks such as reading correspondence and also take them out for short walks or coffee to help them feel less isolated and retain their independence.

Could you support us to source a range of talks to promote our talking books service? The campaign aims to raise £1 million to fund 400 new books. You will help us to research potential groups, coordinate the planning, speaker allocation and carry out follow up on talks. Your support will help us to end isolation for blind and partially sighted people, giving them the freedom to read again.