Inverness Volunteer Centre
The Gateway
1A Millburn Road
Inverness
IV2 3PX

Tel: 01463 711393
Fax: 01463 225001

Email: enquiries@volunteeringhighland.org

Where to find us: opposite Morrisons supermarket

Services We Offer

Volunteering Opportunities

Services We Offer

• Disclosures … registered intermediary for CRBS (Central Registered Body in Scotland), free registration and disclosures for volunteers, Trusted Partner status

• Volunteer Managers’ Network Meeting … every six weeks in An Drochaid, exchange and share information with other volunteer co-ordinators in the area

• Raising Awareness of Volunteering … organise local events to help promote volunteering and its benefits, talks on volunteering and its benefits.
• Good Practice … advice on policies for involving volunteers

• Millennium Volunteer Awards

• ASDAN registered … assessment for Community Certificate in Volunteering

• Local volunteering opportunities book … your leaflets and posters always needed.

Volunteering Opporunities

Befriending
Clerical and Board/Committee Work
Driving
Education
Fundraising
Retail
Sport
Support and Counselling
Working with Children
Working with the Environment and Animals
Other Opportunities

Opportunities in Befriending

Opportunities for Clerical/Admin/Committee Work

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 54
Administration Assistants
Marie Curie Cancer Care North West Scotland Fund-raising Office
Become an office/admin assistant.  Duties include general data entry on a PC, assisting with newsletters and other mailings, answering the phone.

Ref. 58
Newsletter Editor
HEN
‘An Arainneachd’ has a distribution of over 1000 copies and is well established.  A volunteer would be required to research and select articles, design layout and organise distribution by e-mail and post.  Full support available from current editorial team.

Ref. 61
Fund-Raising Committee Member
PDSA National Volunteering Centre
Become a member on the area fund-raising committee and assist in organising and running of events.  Other duties will include attending committee  meetings and 'bringing' new ideas to the committee for money making opportunities.

Ref. 72
Co-ordinator
Contact the Elderly
Responsible for arranging the monthly outing.  This could involve as little as two phone calls and a letter to the host, but in practice a bit more. Arrange outings for a few months ahead.  Telephone the host well in advance to arrange/ confirm the visit. Make sure that she has your phone number.  Give approximate numbers, time of arrival, get directions if necessary.  (Tell her of any diet restrictions, e.g. if one is diabetic.)  Inform drivers of venue (if not already told) and ask them to let you know by the preceeding Thursday how many hope to come.  Telephone the host on  the Friday to confirm the maximum numbers (although poor health may reduce them on the day.) During the visit encourage your volunteers to talk to the elderly and to serve and clear the tea.  Plan to leave 2 hours after arrival.  A thank you letter would be appreciated.

Ref. 86
Receptionist
Marriage Counselling Highland
Volunteers are required to provide reception cover.

Ref. 87
Receptionist
Marriage Counselling Highland
Volunteers are required to provide reception cover.

Ref. 206
Appointments Secretary
Marriage Counselling Highland
You would be responsible for answering the appointments phone, record keeping, maintaining the appointments diary, meeting clients and for any further administration work.

Ref. 210
Volunteer Receptionist
Reach Out Highland
Volunteers at reception would be the first point of contact for people accessing this support organisation.

Ref. 230
Volunteer Clerical Assistant
Inverness Access Committee
Volunteers will work from home assisting with a variety of projects including sorting, filing, word processing, analysis of information and book-keeping.

Ref. 247
Area Recruitment Co-ordinator
Save the Children Scotland Office
You will be working with the guidance of the Shop Manager to create a recruitment plan for the area.  You will be responsible for researching, testing and developing recruitment methods with the support of the Shop Recruitment Organisers and other area volunteers.  You will ensure that Save The Children's guidelines on best practice in volunteer management are adhered to in the recruitment and support of all our volunteers.  You will be a member of the Area Team, attending meetings and providing reports.

Ref. 248
Administrator
Inverness Credit Union
Administrative office work.

Ref. 255
Clerical Officer
DANDA (Scotland)
An enthusiastic person who wants to meet new people from home.  Sending letters out to organisations and charity members, answer emails and design publicity materials.  Full training given.

Ref. 259
Computer Volunteer
Royal National Institute of the Blind
Visiting clients in their own homes.  Providing assistance with setting up new computers.  Working with Access technology.  Fixing hardware and software faults, if possible.  Liaising with RNIBs IT department when needed.  Recording visits made and providing feedback to RNIB volunteer unit where necessary.

Ref. 288
Admin. Assistant
MacMillan CAB Partnership
We need help over a wide range of admin books and will tailor each opportunity to suit a volunteers skills and preferences.  Tasks include data processing, word processing, filing, photocopyong, organizing supplies of forms and leaflets, reception and telephone duties.

Ref. 289
Walkabout Co-ordinator
British Heart Foundation
Identify walks within your local area in line with BHF guidelines.  Plan the walk, i.e. date, time, starting point.  Carry out a risk assessment with the support of your Volunteer Manager.  Promote the walk locally.  Recruit participants.  Organise the event on the day.  Receive and acknowledge sponsorship.  Report regulary and keep accurate records.

Ref. 290
In Memory Secretary
British Heart Foundation
Build relationships with Funeral Directors.  Make regular visits to Funeral Directors.  Raise awareness of the In Memoriam scheme.  Be responsible for the collection and banking of donations.  Accurately record income.  Acknowledge donations in writing.

Ref. 298
Administrator
Inverness Womens Aid
General administrative duties.

Ref. 299
E-Campaigner
WWF Scotland
WWF will keep you updated with our latest campaigns, who we are trying to influence, what we are trying to achieve and our progress.  You have the opportunity to help with our aims by e-mailing target audiences (with WWF guidance) on specific issues.

Ref. 313
Administration/Office Work
Inverness Womens Aid
Filing, typing, receiving e-mail, greeting visitors, and dealing with the mail.  Working with computers - intra-net.  Attendance at a 4 week induction training for 2 hours a week.

Ref. 336
Local Hospital Liaison Officer
Art in Healthcare Volunteer Network
This is an opportunity to be involved with creating opportunities for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy and engage with visual arts.  The role involves recruiting, training and organising a small number of local volunteers to oversee the hanging of paintings in local hospitals.  It also involves being a point of contact for local hospitals and healthcare centres and building relationships with key personnel in the hospitals to increase the number of paintings in their contracts or increase the number of contracts they have.  The role also involves organising the re-framing of damaged artwork and organising regular checks on the artwork.  It is widely recognised that the use of art can have a possitive impact on those who are ill and their carers, reducing stress levels and increasing recovery rates.  The role will involve working directly with volunteers and organising a small workload.

Ref. 349
Receptionist
Highland Hospice Voluntary Services Dept.
Operation of a simple swithboard, answering the telephone and passing on or taking messages, giving/recieving information, dealing with visiting friends and/or relatives, dealing with members of the public and tradesmen, liasing with members of staff and volunteers.

Ref. 358
Receptionist
Inverness Citizens Advice Bureau
To provide reception cover - the receptionist is the first point of contact for people coming in to the very busy advice bureau.  Volunteers meet people from a wide cross section of the public many of which will be anxious about their problems and receptionists are relied on to welcome them.

Ref. 366
Administrator
Highlands and Islands Equality Forum
The volunteer would be expected to assist with general office administration including, data entry, filling, event organising and photocopying.  Full training will be given and the volunteer will not be expected to work unsupervised.

Ref. 381
Admin/Accounts Assistant
Merkinch Development Ventures Ltd – Ness Soaps
Administrative / office work.

Ref. 384
Receptionist
Volunteering Highland
To provide reception cover – duties include answering the telephone, serving the Big Issue vendors, meeting and greeting visitors and other tenants, and other general office tasks.

Ref. 427
Office Person
Inverness Credit Union Ltd
General Office duties.  Confidentiality is very important.

Ref. 425
Clerical Support
CLIC Sargent
There are opportunities to use keyboard skills for letters, forms research on the web, regular keying in of data.  Occasional use of the telephone for receiving and making calls.  Preparation of enclosures for letters.  Occasional counting of cash.  Support could be very flexible to fit around other commitments or regular.

Ref. 438
Administrator
Highland Print Studio
The Studio would like help from someone who is looking for work experience in arts administration. The role involves general admin duties such as dealing with equiries from the public, filing, maintaining databases and mail outs. The opportunity will also involve marketing, bookkeeping and some research. Experience in any of the above would be extremely helpful, but not necessary as training will be given

Ref. 448
Volunteer Office/Admin/Backup Work
Alcohol Counselling Inverness
Maybe progression to volunteer counsellors. Opportunity to extend role wtihin agency - close working links with Development Officer and admin concern.

Ref. 451
Admin Assistant
Handy Person Scheme (Volunteering Highland)
To answer the telephone, make out job sheets, record completed job sheets on database, filing and updating client database and other records. Dealing with various agencies e.g occupational therapists, community care teams and people needing help. You must be accurate in recording details and information and also have empathy with old people and the I.T challenged co-ordinator and have a good sense of humour.

Ref. 458
Appointments Secretary 
Relate Highland
We require an Appointments Secretary to work on a Thursday from 10 - 1 pm. We need someone who has a good telephone manner and is well organised to join our team. There is a great working atmosphere at View Place and this work may well lead to a paid post. Computer skills are not required 

Ref. 459
Administrative Assistant
Inverness Access Committee
At first work may include completing standard letters as instructed and possibly forwarding post. Thereafter response to emails, some book keeping minute taking at regular bimonthly meetings and other Management meetings. There may also be occasional team visits to schools, working with volunteers and developing role to promote improved awareness of DDA.

Ref 471
Office Assistant
SNAP (Special Needs Action Project)
Recording of fees and banking of monies, general letter writing, assisting with mailing, photocopying, answering the phone and other general duties

Ref 476
Reception/Main Office Assistant
Shopmobility Highland
Operating the booking system, attending to customers at the desk and over the phone, keeping records of phone messages and general admin duties e.g photocopying and filing

Ref: 477
Administrative Assistant
Volunteering Highland
Assisting with administration in Volunteering Highlands Training Dept, coordinating courses and researching training opportunities.

Ref 553
Assistant Treasurer
MS Society Scotland
Ensure there is regular liaison on financial matters with treasurer. Take instruction from the Treasurer. OTHER DUTIES MAY VARY BUT MAY INCLUDE Branch book keeping Banking of cash and cheques

Ref 555
Branch Secretary
MS Society Scotland
Deal with correspondence on behalf of the branch.
Answer general enquiries and take appropriate action. Organise communication within the branch and committee. Make arrangements for committee meetings, including the preparation and distribution and distribution of agendas ( liaise with chair). Take note of branch members' ideas, make sure they are brought forward onto the next agenda. Ensure availability of any necessary documents or background information for meetings. Take minutes at committee meetings and AGM, ensure members/ interested parties are informed of major decisions. Inform all members of date and arrangements for the am minutes to the MSS national office. Be aware of commitments at branch and national level and ensure timely steps are taken to meet these. Liaise with MS Society Scotland staff as appropriate. Keep records of membership and inform the Membership Services team at the MS National Centre of any changes. Hold and when required, update the Branch Handbook. Ensure a smooth handover of office to successor.

Ref 556
Branch Support Co-ordinator
MS Society Scotland
Be the point of contact for newly diagnosed people. Provide a listening ear for the concerns of people affected MS. Provide accurate and up-to-date information about MS and its management. Develop collaborative relationships with health and social services professionals end ensure the work of the branch links with them. Have a basic knowledge of benefits and refer people on appropriately. Have basic knowledge of statutory services and refer people on appropriately. Enable people affected by MS to secure services which they are entitled to by referring them on to others who can advise them. Provide information about the society's services at national and local level. Keep an up-to-Date list of other local, relevant services. Provide information about potential sources of financial support, including the Society's grants. Co-ordinate requests for individual support grants. Ensure that confidentiality is maintained.

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Branch Treasurer
MS Society Scotland
Maintain accurate accounting records, ensuring the branch holds records for 6 years. Ensure proper financial controls are established and compiled with, which includes acting as one of three signatories to the branch bank account and dealing with branch bankers.Prepare and present relevant, regular financial reports for thee committee, including annual accounts. Submit properly audited or independently examined accounts to the MS Society Scotland National Office in accordance with the prescribed format and timescales. Submit to the MS Society Scotland National Office any other financial reports, so as to fulfill the Society's Statutory obligations. Advise the branch committee on effective financial management, the proper use of branch funds and the financial implications of decisions. Take the lead in planning and budgeting branch finances implications of decisions. Take thee lead in planning and budgeting branch finances with thee rest of the committee. Ensure that branch funds are used for the benefit of people affected by MS, reserves are not unnecessarily high, and the proper use of assets in line with the constitution. Hold and when required update the Treasurers Handbook and branch handbook. Seek advice from the MS Society Scotland National Office and Finance Manager, as and when appropriate.

Ref 562
Branch Chairperson
MS Society Scotland
Ensure through a regular review of activities that the branch is providing the essential activities required of branches and that it is providing (or working towards) those set out in the Core Branch Activities document. Prepare the branch Committee agenda in consultation with the secretary. Chair committee meetings and ensure that the committee works effectively together, and that agreed actions are followed up. Act as host at branch functions or events. Ensure that branch works with other branches at local and national level. Represent the branch in dealings with other bodies. Represent, or ensure your branch is represented at national council meetings. Monitor the work of the committee and ensure that branch members are involved wherever possible. Act as arbiter and judge in all matters concerning the branch (with other officers as appropriate). Hold and, when required, update the Branch Handbook. Ensure a smooth handover of office to successor. Liase with National Office staff as appropriate.

Ref 593
Administrator
F.A.L.C.O.N Project
To assist the artist in residence in compiling the different aspects of creating the poetry for publication and organising the details of putting together an exhibition with member and public participation.

Ref 592
Administration Support
S.M.A.R.T
Manage diary & make appointments.
Organise events
Maintain contact with volunteers & arrange support meetings with co-ordinator.
Deal with enquiries & arrange follow up.

Ref 578
Membership Secretary
MS Society Scotland
Keep the current membership forms of all members as a register of members and ensure that this is always up to date. Register the details of new branch members and ensure these details are forwarded straight away tp the Membership Services team at the MS National Centre. Make an annual request for membership subscriptions and pass subscription payments to the Treasurer. Provide the Membership Services team at the MS National Centre with timely information about any changes of membership or to the committee. Check, correct and return the printout of branch members, which is sent to every branch in January by staff at the MS National Centre. Ensure the membership details are held in strict confidence and made available only to those within the Society on a 'need to know basis.

Ref 573
Transport Officer
MS Society Scotland
To provide up to date information to people with MS about available transport options (in liaison with the support Co-ordinator). And if the branch provides its own transport services - Be responsible for the maintenance and operation of any branch vehicles, and any legal requirements (insurance, road tax, statutory safety checks, MOT test). Keep up to date with any guidance andinformation regarding the operation of vehicles from the MS Society Scotland National Office or other organisations. Be responsible for ensuring the training of branch drivers, as appropriate. Draw up rotas for branch drivers and arrange vehicle booking systems (liaise with the social secretary and support- Co-ordinator). Operate a transport sub-committee where necessary (liaise with the entire committee).

Ref 568
Information Officer
MS Society Scotland
Keep a supply of all up to date MS Society information leaflets and other publications. Ensure that these are regularly made available, in an appropriate manner, to anyone who might need them. Ensure that local information relevant to people with MS is available to anyone who may need it. Ensure that appropriate information leaflets are available in public places such as doctors surgeries, hospitals, libraries etc. Be willing to enquire and search out requested information on a local and national level. Help plan information items for iclusion in the branch newsletter (in close liaison with the Newsletter Editor). Ensure, with the Secretary, that new members receive the Society's Standard Information Pack.

Ref 572
Social Secretary
MS Society Scotland
Find out what sort of outings, events, speakers etc would be popular with local people affected by MS. (Liaise with the Newsletter Editor and whole committee).Arrange talks, outings, events etc. (Liaise with Secretary). Find and book venues for meetings, ensuring that they are suitable for the event and fully accessible. Ensure that arrangements are made for any catering that is required. Contact speakers, confirm arrangements, arrange for the payments of expenses where appropriate (liaise with secretary and chair). Plan and produce a 'calander of events' for the branch (in liaison with the whole committee).

Ref 570
Publicity Officer
MS Society Scotland
Develop links with the local media, getting to know relevant journalists and the deadlines they work to represent the branch and the Society and all the people with MS to the local media identify opportunities for the branch to make public statements which can gainmedia coverage (liaise with the chair. Arrange publicity for branch services, meetings and events. Promote the work and views of the branchand the Society.Be aware of the Societ's formal policies and position on specific issues. Liaise with MS Society, Scotland Director or policy & Campaigns Manager, when you are not sure how to answr or comment on an issue, or if you need advice.

Ref 569
Newsletter Editor
MS Society Scotland
Produce and edit a regular newsletter to keep members in touch with the branch activities (in close liaison with the whole branch committee). Include in the newsletter information which is likely to be of interest to readers from Teamspirit, the regional newsletter and other relevant publications. Arrange for the newsletter to be circulated to all branch members and others who may be interested in the work of the branch. Make arrangements to exchange newsletters with local branches and other organisations.

Ref: 576
Office Manager
Trees for Life
We aim to restore native Caledonian pinewood in our target area of 900 square miles. Our work-week programme sees groups of volunteers (up to 10) carrying out various conservation jobs to assist in our project.
A passion for nature conservation and a willingness to work with the spiritual values of Trees For Life.

Ref 619
Walk Co-ordinator
British Heart Foundation
As a Walk Co-ordinator, you will plan and organise sponsored walks. Dedicated marketing materials will be provided together with help and support from your local Fundraising and Volunteer Manager. You should be motivated, well organised and a good communicator.

Ref 621
In Memoriam Secretary
British Heart Foundation
You will build relationships with local funeral directors, and you will be responsible for the collecting and banking of donations, keeping accurate records of income and writing letters of acknowledgement. You should be caring, responsible and mindful of others people's feelings.

Ref 612
Board Member
Shared Care Scotland
Shared Care Scotland are actively seeking board members to safeguard and promote the values, objectives and purpose of the Shared Care Scotland.
Board members duties can be summarised as follows:
> Determine the strategy and structure of shared care Scotland
> Ensure that shared care Scotland operates in an effective, responsible and accountable manner and complies with relevant laws and regulations
> Set and maintain, shared care Scotland mission and values
> Establish and monitor policies relevant policies relevant to shared care Scotland
> Maintain fiscal oversight
> Support the chief executive
> Maintain effective board performance
> Promote the orginisation

Ref 660
Referrals Secretary and Branch Administrator
Cruse Bereavement Care
Everybody experiences bereavement at some point in their lives. Most people deal with it within their own resources, perhaps with the help of family and friends. For some, however, the grief and sense of loss can become debilitating and impact severely on their quality of life. Cruse works to relieve distress and promote well-being by helping these people understand their grief and cope with their loss. Referrals secretaries play a key role in what Cruse does. They are in most cases the first point of contact with the organisation. They need the right aptitude and training to deal sensitively with what for many people can be a difficult call to make and get the right information so that the organisation can respond appropriately. They Support Cruse's listeners and counselors by creating and maintaining records of contacts and clients.
We are also looking at the possibility of Inverness' referrals secretary giving further support by working as a receptionist in the premises where the listeners and counselors will be seeing people.

Ref 663
Web & Database Volunteer Administration
Camanachd Association
Tasks will include, maintaining and updating the shinty.com website, introducing new features to the site, communicating and liaising with shinty clubs, research and management of information and data. There is also the opportunity to do this through a Project Scotland placement

Ref 666
Highland District Chair
Scottish Hockey Union
Oversee work of other committee volunteers to ensure tasks are completed.
Manage committee and/or executive meetings
Manage the annual general meeting
Represent the club/group at local, regional, and national levels
Act as a facillitator for club/group activities
Ensure planning and budgeting for the future is carried out in accordance with the wishes of the members

Ref 667
Youth Panel Monitor
Scottish Hockey Union
Maintain contact with youth panel member
Provide advice and support as required
Challenge and encourage young people to look for different ideas and options
Listen to the young person and allow them to develop or work out their own solutions.
Discuss their achievements and allow them to highlight areas for development
Observe actions and provide input
Be aware of the young person's needs
Support the young person to achieve their personal development plan
Provide advice and guidance but most importantly the young person should make their own decisions.

Ref 668
Secretary
Scottish Hockey Union
Call for and receive nominations for committees
Read, reply and file correspondence promptly
Collate and arrange for the printing of the annual report
Maintain registers of members names and addresses, life members and sponsors
Act as the Public Officer of your club/group liaising with members of the public, affiliated bodies and government agencies
Maintain files of legal documents such as constitutions, leases and titles 

Opportunities in Driving

Opportunities in Education

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref 623
Supporting Learners
Lead Scotland
Lead supports disabled people and carers to access all levels of learning opportunities. Lead promote inclusion and creative ways of angaging learners. The level of learning and the subject varies with each learner. Volunteers usually offer support for 2 hours a week for 3 - 6 months. Examples of support may be to encourage someone to think creatively about different ways of learning or explaining. In return Lead offers role specific training to reflect on ways of offering support to adult learners.


Ref. 227
Tutor
Adult Basic Information
As a basic skills tutor, you could help adult learners become more able in the three basic skills of numeracy, literacy and computers.  This can make a huge difference to both people's earning capacity and self-esteem.

Ref. 361
Schools link Promoter
Save the Children
Save the Children's work, to help promote an exciting new initiative for UK primary school children called 'School Link'.  Full training and support is provided.

Ref. 445
Volunteer First Aid Trainer (for Young People)
British Red Cross Northern Scotland
As a volunteer First Aid Trainer you will be delivering FA awareness and/or certificated training to young people in a school enironment, youth groups or after school clubs. Preferably you will be available during the day and able to travel locally; all reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed. You should be available for a minimum of 4 hours per month during term time and a background in FA would be desirable but not essential, as the Red Cross will provide all training.

Ref: 483
Student or Graduate Volunteers
ASPIRENorth
Gain experience of working with young people
Improve your communication skills and boost your self-confidence
Develop your organisational skills
We can provide references
ASPIRENorth has development a porfolio of activities/workshops to be used with Primary 7 pupils through to S4s. All volunteers (need to be students or recent college or university graduates) will receive training before undertaking any activities and ASPIRENorth staff will offer on going support throughout the volunteer experience. Students will act as positive role models to pupils, help to demystify misconceptions and raise awareness of Further and higher Education
Further details are available at www.scotland-aspirenorth.ac.uk.

Ref 694
Shannon Trust Representative
Shannon Reading Plan (Toe by Toe)
Can you imagine how different your life would be if you could read?
Non-reading adults struggle to find employment and cannot take part in the day to day activities that most of us take for granted. A high proportion of adults who cannot read end up in prison.
Our volunteers recognise that if non-reading prisoners do not learn to read, there is a high chance that they will commit further crimes on release.
Our volunteers go into prisons to work with staff and prisoners to set up the Shannon Reading Plan. This enables prisoners who can read to teach and support those who do not read.
Our volunteers need to be confident communicators. They need to be confident communicators. They need to be passionate about learning to read and they need to be self-motivated and persistent.
No prior experience of prisons or teaching is necessary.

Ref 699
Volunteer Teacher
Christian Aid Volunteer Teachers Network
Have you got experience of working with young people? Could you share stories, lead discussions, and stir up debate? Would you like to help inspire young people to think globally? Through assemblies, presentations, games and workshops, volunteer teachers educate young people about development issues and the causes of poverty. They also inspire them to take action to make a difference. As a volunteer teacher with Christian Aid, you will have the opportunity to use and develop teaching and presentation skills. Christian Aid can offer: induction, initial training and flexible volunteering opportunities, free resources, out-of-pocket expenses, ongoing training opportunities and occasional opportunities to meet our overseas partners

Opportunities in Fundraising

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 67
Fundraising Support
MacMillan Cancer Relief
Opportunity to become involved in MacMillan's national and local events in whatever way the individual feels comfortable.  This could range from phoning supporters to ensure they have what they need to hold an event, to helping at an event, or organising an event of their own.  Volunteering for MacMillan offers a flexible opportunity to suit the individual volunteer.

Ref. 77
Fundraiser
Victim Support Highland
Play an active role in organising events to raise funds.

Ref. 85
Fundraiser
Starlight Children’s Foundation
Volunteers are required to help raise funds for children with terminal or life threatening illnesses.

Ref.183
Volunteer Activities Helper
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
To support as a volunteer for Guide Dogs for the Blind in your local area, helping provide the funds to support the services provided in the Inverness area, this could include assisting at gala days, coffee mornings and collections.  Guide Dogs for the Blind receive no government funding and relies on income from voluntary donations.

Ref. 203
Marie Curie Volunteers
Marie Curie Cancer Care North West Scotland Fund-raising Office
Volunteers can become involved in a diverse range of opportunities including events organising, schools fundraiser, collection can co-ordinating, admin tasks or something as simple as baking a cake for a fundraising event.

Ref. 267
Event Organiser
Royal national Institute of the Blind.  Local Event Organisers will use their communication skills to develop and manage a fundraising event.  Working with support from your RNIB area fundraising manager you will be someone who enjoys meeting people and building a working relationship with contacts from all walks of life.  Using their knowledge of their home, local LEO's will contact businesses, media, groups to produce a cost effective but enjoyable event.

Ref. 294
Big Red Rightback Team Leader
British Heart Foundation
Help recruit and organise a team of collectors.  Co-ordinate pre-booked collections.
Communicate frequently and efficiently with your Volunteer Manager.

Ref. 301
Panda Keeper
WWF Scotland
We have small, table-top and large floor standing panda collecting units, which need 'homes'.  We ask volunteers to find suitable venues for them to be placed, to build up good working relations with the venue, as well as regularly emptying the funds and banking them.

Ref. 306
Presenter
Royal National Institute of the Blind Community Fundraising
Working with support from your RNIB area fundraising manager and after full training you will represent RNIB at speaking engagements to various audiences. This may include business groups, church groups or children's groups.  The purpose of this role is to increase the profile of RNIB within the local communities ups or children's groups.  The purpose of this role is to increase the profile of RNIB within the local communities

Ref. 307
Sooty box collector
Royal National Institute of the Blind Community Fundraising
Volunteers may take on as many or as few Sooty boxes as they wish and will be required to visit the shop/bar/supermarket etc. on a quarterly basis.  Volunteers will check to see if the box requires to be emptied and if so they will bag the mone and reseal the box.  The content of the box can then be counted at home, prepared for banking and receipt and paperwork completed

Ref. 315
Fundraiser
Inverness Woman’s Aid
To assist with fundraising events as and when required and bring in new good ideas for fundraising.

Ref. 321
Speaker
Children’s Hospice
Volunteers are needed to attend groups who request either a talk or cheque collection.  Volunteers are asked to act as ambassadors for the organisation.  Talks can be anything from 5 mins to 45 mins.  Full support provided

Ref. 322
Friends of CHAS
Children’s Hospice
The main function of a Friends Group is to act as a focus in the area for awareness building Fundraising activities.  Some Friends Groups devise innovative ways to raisse money, others stick with well tried & tested methods which remain highly effective & profitable.  Groups may also be involved in talking to other organisations about CHAS.  Members of friends groups may be able to identify opportunities for Fundraising Managers.

Ref. 323
General Fundraising Volunteer
Children’s Hospice
Our events vary from can shakes at local supermarkets to selling logo goods at an agricultural show.  We need volunteers to help with the distribution of leaflets, shaking buckets, taking tickets, looking after stalls & selling logo goods.
We're looking for people who can take anything in their stride.

Ref. 324
Collecting Can Representative
Children’s Hospice
We need help:  Placing collecting cans:  Identifying & approaching new locations for collecting cans within your area.  Servicing Collecting Cans:  Regularly checking collecting cans & replacing when full.  Counting & Banking: Counting full collecting cans & banking ensuring accurate records are kept.

Ref. 365
Fundraiser
Scottish SPCA
Sourcing fundraising opportunities.  Assisting on the day at fetes agricultural shows etc.  Selling raffle tickets.  Volunteers can work as often or as seldom as they wish all help will be welcome.

Ref. 428
Fundraiser
Inverness Credit Union Ltd
To help promote Credit Union and raise funds.

Ref. 421
Fundraiser
Scottish Motor Neurone Disease Association
We have a network of committed volunteers who attend local events, or arrange thir own fundraising events.  They also support and advertise our fundraising events in their locality.  This has a two-fold effect; raising vital funds for our Association, and also raising awareness of the disease too.  We are looking for volunteers with enthusiasm, who like working with the public, and who would like to find out a little bit about MND and be part of our team.

Ref: 481
Fundraising/Publicity
Samaritans of Inverness
Publicity can be done through articles for the media, talks to local groups etc. Fund raising is done through local events of collections, local fairs etc.

Ref. 487
Event Organisers
Cancer Research UK
Your role will include a selection of the following activities
Promoting Cancer Research UK events by distributing posters and leaflets
Supporting the Events Organiser in planning events including risk assessments
Carrying out research and using information from our supporter database
Encourage local communities to take part in events by writing, phoning, meeting clubs
Approach companies by asking them to sponsor events and provide goody bags

Ref. 486
Can Collector
Cancer Research UK.
Opportunity Description
You will be placing cans, empting cans, keeping a record of can locations, banking and collecting can money, writing/giving certificates of thanks to supporters, keeping records of money and promoting Cancer research UK Scotland.

Ref: 494
Volunteer Fundraiser
RNID Scotland
To work with a dedicated fundraising team to raise money for RNID Scotland. This can involve organizing new events, collecting sponsorship or general help. A large part of the role is to raise awareness of RNID services as well as monetary support

Ref 537
Regional Volunteer
Breast Cancer Campaign
We need volunteers across the UK to raise awareness and funds in their local community.
You can choose a volunteer role to suit your interests and availability. Whether it is being part of a regional group, distributing leaflets and collection tins, helping out at local and national events or organising an event of your own, we have a role for you!

Ref 563
Fundraising Officer
MS Society Scotland
Develop and agree annual fundraising plan with the branch committee and branch members, to ensure that the branch fulfills the fundraising section of the Core Branch Activities. Operate a fundraising sub-committee where necessary, to plan and arrange support for fundraising events (liaison with the chair and other committee members). Co-ordinate volunteer help in relation to fundraising activities. Ensure that fundraising materials and support are available to people wishing to raise money for the MS society. Ensure that appropriate licences, permits, insurance cover etc. is in place for fundraising events. Keep up to date with guidance and information on national fundraising initiatives, from the MS National Office, and inform the committee, as appropriate. Liase with the MS Society, Scotland's Fundraising Manager concerning applications to companies or trusts. Maintain contact with other branches with regard to regional fundraising projects. Work with the treasurer to ensure that all funds raised are counted and banked quickly and safely.

Ref 564
Fundraising Volunteer
MS Society Scotland
Tasks and Responsibilities
Provide general assistance in relation to fundraising events. Take instruction from the fundraising Officer. Other duties may vary but may include. Collecting funds during major fundraising events such as flag days. Arranging small fundraising events. Liaising with and supporting individuals taking part in events.

Ref 566
Fundraising
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Public Generosity is crucial to sustain our Guide Dog services. We are always looking for volunteers. To be eligible for a fundraising volunteer we need people who are reliable, honest, enthusiastic and dedicated, enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and have necessary skills for specialist roles such as treasurer, speakers and trading support. There is also an opportunity to travel to various locations as we run several national events throughout the year

Ref 591
Event & Shopping Centre Can Collector
NCH Scotland
Volunteers are required to assist us with raising money by helping out on the various fundraising dates we have throughout the year. These can range from a collection at a large football stadium, to can collecting at a shopping centre, or bag packing at your local supermarket.

Ref 590
Can Collector
NCH Scotland
Volunteers are required to help place, empty and bank the contents of our collecting cans. The task involves placing a small number of these in shops, pubs,clubs or visitor attractions in your local area and then regularly checking how they are doing and banking the contents. You will be provided with all the resources you require. The job can be done at times to suit your availability, however, we would ask that you check cans at least once a month. Counting and banking the contents takes approximatly 45 minutes per full can. We would ask you to consider involvement in this activity for a full year or more so that consistency with shop contacts is maintained.

Ref 589
Guess The Name Soft Toys
NCH Scotland
Volunteers are required to help find placements and collect and post the money from the sale of the "Guess the Name Soft Toy". The task involves finding shops, hair dressers, pubs,clubs or visitor attractions in your local area who would be willing to look after a soft toy and then regularly checking how they are doing.You will be provided with all the resources you require. The job can be done at times to suit your availability; however, we would ask that you check up at least once a month with the soft toy placements.

We would ask you to consider involvement in this activity for a full year or more so that consistency with shop contacts is maintained.

Ref 588
Events Volunteer
NCH Scotland
The role is flexible and dependant on the amount of time you can commit. Generally you can choose the amount of hours you work, and the groups meet monthly either in the evenings or daytime (dependant upon the group availability). Ideally you will be able to lead on or help organise these events so the position may involve extra time between meetings or around events dependent upon your time asd interest. Being an events volunteer for NCH Scotland provides an excellent Opportunity to make friends, brush up on or increase your organisational skills and add experience to your CV as well as playing a crucial role in helping vulnerable children and families in Scotland. We ask for a minimum commitment of 3 months although ideally you will see the group through a full calendar year of events. Most of our events volunteers remain with the group for a number of years building on experience and expertise and enjoying the group work.

Ref 581
Collectors and helpers for the Scottish Poppy Appeal
Poppyscotland
Help us keep the Scottish Poppy Appeal growing by volunteering as a collector or helper. A volunteer collector may place poppies in outlets, at events, in workplaces, supermarkets and collect on the street and in their local area. A helper may take on an administrative role or help in another way. We urgently need to recruit more people as many of our current volunteers are retiring from active duty. Poppyscotland helps more and more of those most in need in the ex-Service community so we need your help more than ever. By volunteering as a collector or helper you will be making a real difference to the lives of veterans and their dependants in need in Scotland affected by many issues including poverty, mental health problems and disability. Poppyscotland (formerly the Earl Haig Fund in Scotland) rebranded and relaunched in 2006.

Ref 622
Hearty Fundraisers
British Heart Foundation
Hearty Fundraisers are groups of people who come together with one aim to raise money for the BHF. There are lots of different fundraising opportunities, with a choice of what you do based on your time available.

Ref 618
Time to time volunteers
British Heart Foundation
You will be available on an ad hoc basis to help as necessary at events, for collections or to assist in the promotion of specific initiatives. You will receive plenty of notice when you are needed and do not have to agree to every request made.


Ref 671
Fundraising Events Marshall
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
The role included:
Assisting participants and making them feel welcome.
Assist in preparation of necessary equipment .
Support participants throughout the fundraising challenge.

Ref 688
Fundraiser Volunteer
Leukaemia CARE
Are you someone who always goes that extra mile? Whatever level of responsibility you are looking for, whether it's to fundraise locally, organise events, take on adrenalin-filled challenges or co-ordinate regional fundraising you can get involved with Leukaemia CARE in activities to suit you. It could be baking cakes, organising big events or project managing. We call them Local Fundraisers, Event Fundraisers, Fundraising Co-ordinators and challenge Fundraisers, but the jobs aren't set in stone; the opportunity is for you to take your role and turn it into something special. You might enjoy meeting people, organising events, thrill and spills, finding the best in people, listening, or making things. Whatever your talent is Leukaemia CARE can find a place for you. Some fundraisers take part in tasks like maintenance of collection cans and banking of monies, distributing posters and other promotional material, selling annual draw tickets and distributing and co-ordinating Christmas card brochures.

Opportunities in Retail

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 59
Charity Shop Worker
British Heart Foundation
We need people to work our till, keep our sales floor tidy, hang and tag clothes, so that we can keep up our good work in raising money for heart research etc.

Ref. 78
Trolley Assistant
W.R.V.S Raigmore Hospital Shop
To assist with the provision of the trolley service to patients in wards

Ref. 88
Lunch Club Helper
W.R.V.S
Our lunch clubs at Culloden and Haugh Court provide more than just a hot meal for members. It's an opportunity for people to socialise and catch up on news and something to look forward to during the week, where people can have lunch in the company of others. We need volunteers to help at these popular clubs.

Ref. 99
Sales Assistant
W.R.V.S. Raigmore Hospital Shop
Hospitals can be very daunting places and patients can feel very frustrated if relying on visitors to bring the things they need.  Our shop and trolleys at Raigmore Hospital sell practical items like toiletries and books as well as drinks and sweets.  Volunteers often provide a friendly smile to families in what can be an unfamiliar or stressful situation.

Ref. 142
Shop Assistant
PDSA
Why not help out by working in the PDSA shop?

Ref. 196
Shop Assistant
Oxfam
To assist in Oxfam shop.

Ref 223
Shop Assistant
Save the Children
Do you have a love of books, bric-a-brac or clothes?
Do you have a few hours to spare each week?
We are looking for volunteers to help with a wide range of shop duties - anything from keeping our book section in order to sorting and pricing clothes and bric-a-brac to ironing. Come and meet our friendly team. Everyone is welcome. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers for a wide range of duties within our shop. We need sorters for books, bric-a-brac and clothing, as well as volunteers to man the till and help keep the shop tidy. Free tea and coffee and travel expenses paid. Meal allowance paid for those working a full day.

Ref. 234
Shop Assistant
Blythswood Care
Why not help us by working in the Inverness shop?

Ref. 252
Stockroom Assistant
Barnardo’s
To sort out raw stock, to hang, tag and steam clothes, to sort books and bric-a-brac, and price them and to clean and tidy the stock room

Ref. 253
Retail Assistant
Barnardo’s
General sales floor duties (customer service, stock replenishment, till operation, security awareness)

Ref. 287
Shop Assistant
Iona Community
A team of volunteers to work with resident shop staff to run this busy department.  Shop sells wide range of books on spirituality, peace and justice issues, locally made crafts, wilde goose publications, tapes, company discs and tradecraft products. Involves company with a large number of people guests, staff and day releases.

Ref. 350
Shop Assistant
Highland Hospice
Volunteers are required to work in a busy retail environment selling second hand goods to the public.  They can become involved in all sorts of tasks within the shop from pricing and displaying goods to handling cash.

Ref. 351
Distribution Worker
Highland Hospice
To help with sorting sizing and preparation of second hand clothing and other goods which is then distributed to the Hospice shops.  This is a busy working environment where a small team is responsible for the receiving and distribution of donated items

Ref. 352
Coffee Shop Assistant
Highland Hospice
To serve snack meals, tea, coffee and cakes to the public in a small coffee shop.  This shop also sells gifts and cards.  Two volunteers working together are responsible for the daily operation of this service.

Ref. 452
Retail Assistant
Inverness Blitz Academy
This volunteer opportunity exist in our Blitz shop, to help run the shop and sell merchandise and sell merchandise during training and competitions.

Ref: 558
Shop Assistant
Inverness New Start
Volunteers are asked to keep the Shop clean and tidy. Help to sort, clean and price the bric a brac and furniture that comes in for sale. We will train staff to use the till but this is not essential if the volunteer feels totally unable to do this. We have a good strong team of people many of whom have been with the shop for quite some time. They are a very welcoming crowd and would welcome any new member with open arms.

Ref: 567
Volunteer in Bookshop
Blythswood Bookmark
We are looking for people interested in:
Working with customers on the till and over the phone,
Sorting, categorising and shelving books,
Sorting categorising and displaying records tapes and CDs,
Some heavy lifting can be involved,
Gaelic speakers welcome! (as we have a Gaelic book section.)
There are opportunities to work with the public or in our store.

Ref 672
Charity Shop Administration Support
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
The role includes:
Preparing and counting the float for the till
Dealing with potential volunteer enquiries
Completing the required paperwork for volunteer support
Cashing up the till
Completing the necessary banking paperwork
Completing the weekly and monthly shop and head office returns
Undertaking stock counts

Ref 673
Charity Shop Stock Room
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
This role includes :
Sorting Stock
Hanging and ticketing stock
Steaming stock
Ticketing bric-a-brac
Pricing books

Ref 674
Charity Shop Books and Music Merchandising
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
The role includes:
Categorising books, vinyl records, CDs, DVDs and Videos
Helping to identify potentially valuable items
Assisting with stock and replenishment and rotation
Creating displays and thinking of promotional ideas.

Ref 680
Shop Floor Assistant
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
The role includes:
Assisting customers and making them feel welcome.
Customer service and sales service.
Putting stock on the sales floor from the stock room.
Keeping the rails and shelves tidy.
Operating the till
Rotating Stock

Ref 204
Coffee Shop Assistant
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
We are looking for people who are physically fit, reliable and caring with good communication skills. The level of involvement is arranged to suit as we require regular weekly volunteers, regular rota volunteers and relief volunteers who may be called upon to cover any unavailability of our regular team.
All necessary training will be provided by the charity and all volunteers will be supported by the regional manager.
The role includes:
Food service
- Making customers aware of the CHSS
- Help with set up food service area
- Meet and greet customers and making them feel welcome
- Take orders
- Prepare order fulfillment of order in accordance with food regulations
Coffee shop floor
- Set tables
- Clear and clean tables
- Remove dishes to stacking area
- Load and unload dishwasher in designated areas
- Ensure floor area is clear and accessible.

Opportunities in Sport

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 310
Shinty Referee
The Camanachd Association
The opportunity to be a valued contributor to the growth of Scotland's oldest sport, officiating in the most beautiful parts of Scotland.

Ref. 329
General Helper
Inverness Blitz Academy
This is an opportunity for people to get involved with young people from the age of 7-19.  Teaching them skills, discipline and self motivation, whilst improving their general health and fitness.

Ref. 453
Coaches
Inverness Blitz Academy
Positional Coaches - required for the Highland Wildcats junior kitted team.
Assistant Coaches - needed.
Positional Coaches - requried for Northern Phoenix senior kitted team.
No experience required, just a willingness to learn and ability to get on with people.

Ref. 454
Maintenance Person
Inverness Blitz Academy
A volunteer is needed to help us repair, maintain and improve the Inverness Blitz facilities such as storage sheds, changing room facilities in the Bught Park area.

Ref. 455
Announcer
Inverness Blitz Academy
As part of the Inverness Blitz Academy of American Football's development of the sport we are looking for a team of people willing to handle a PA system during game day. Responsibilities include providing music for Cheerleading Group, making general and safety announcements and also providing commentary on games.

Ref: 478
Manager
Inverness Blitz Academy
There are many diffeent age groups (both male and female) and all levels of ability to work with grom primary school kids, to teenagers, to adult athletes. There are even opportunities to work with disabled teams. You would ensure the smooth running of a team using different communication methods. You would be involved in the organisation of practices and games. Full support would be given throughoutl Times can be flexible and to suit your needs.

Ref: 502
Volunteer Coach
Disability Inverness Sports Club (DISC)
We are looking for volunteer coaches. We are a multi-sports club giving people the opportunity to try sports which may not be accessible in mainstream. The members are very competitive and enthusiastic. We can provide Disability Training for anyone who would be interested in helping us out. We have two sessions Juniors 6.30-7.30pm and seniors 7.30-8.30pm we meet on Mondays at Inverness Sports Centre.

Ref 574
Mountain Bike Trail Builder
Abriachan Forest Trust
Help build and repair mountain bike trails at the popular Abriachan Forest Trust Community Wood. Teams will work on repairing trails and development & expansion of new trails.

Ref 613
Drivers Assistant
Highland Disabled Ramblers
The driver's assistant meets the driver to pick up a hired van and takes it to a garage from where electric scooters (wheelchairs) are loaded. They then drive to the start of the ramble (10-40 miles), unload the scooters and assist members on to scooters. They accompany the group on the walk and help with any mechanical propblems. The process is then reversed. We run monthly day outings from April to December.

Ref 595
Walking Companion
Highland Disabled Ramblers
If you like the outdoors, why not help disabled people enjoy a ramble in the countryside too. Be a walking companion with a group of electric scooter users. The group holds monthly day outings from April to December, within 10-40 miles of Inverness. Members make their own way to the start of the ramble (Sharing cars where possible). Electric scooters are brought to the start for those who have pre-booked. A Ramble lasts 2-3 hours including a lunch stop.

Ref 666
Highland District Chair
Scottish Hockey Union
Oversee work of other committee volunteers to ensure tasks are completed.
Manage committee and/or executive meetings
Manage the annual general meeting
Represent the club/group at local, regional, and national levels
Act as a facillitator for club/group activities
Ensure planning and budgeting for the future is carried out in accordance with the wishes of the members

Ref 667
Youth Panel Monitor
Scottish Hockey Union
Maintain contact with youth panel member
Provide advice and support as required
Challenge and encourage young people to look for different ideas and options
Listen to the young person and allow them to develop or work out their own solutions.
Discuss their achievements and allow them to highlight areas for development
Observe actions and provide input
Be aware of the young person's needs
Support the young person to achieve their personal development plan
Provide advice and guidance but most importantly the young person should make their own decisions.

Ref 668
Secretary
Scottish Hockey Union
Call for and receive nominations for committees
Read, reply and file correspondence promptly
Collate and arrange for the printing of the annual report
Maintain registers of members names and addresses, life members and sponsors
Act as the Public Officer of your club/group liaising with members of the public, affiliated bodies and government agencies
Maintain files of legal documents such as constitutions, leases and titles

Ref 663
Web & Database Volunteer Administration
Camanachd Association
Tasks will include, maintaining and updating the shinty.com website, introducing new features to the site, communicating and liaising with shinty clubs, research and management of information and data. There is also the opportunity to do this through a Project Scotland placement

Opportunities in Support & Counselling

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 121
Telephone Helpline Worker
Rape and Abuse Line
To provide a confidential helpline service to survivors of rape and abuse.
This is demanding and rewarding work and although training is challenging it
will help people seeking to develop their listening and inter personal skills

Ref. 205
Telephone Support Worker/Counsellor
Scottish Care and Information on Miscarriage
Without people working within local communities, many women would be left without access to support or information about miscarriage and future pregnancies.

Ref. 220
Volunteer Couple Counsellors
Marriage Counselling Highland
Would you like to train as a couple counsellor offering couples and individuals an opportunity to explore their intimate personal relationships in a safe and comfortable setting?

Ref. 237
Support Worker
Look At Me Trust
Tenant requires support to his job at Burger King at the Retail Park in Inverness.  You will be required to meet the client (who is friendly and outgoing) at Oakridge and escort him to Burger King.

Ref. 239
Counsellor
Alcohol Counselling Inverness
Provide counselling support to individuals with alcohol and drug dependency problems.

Ref. 274
Trainee Counsellor
Alcohol Counselling Inverness
To train and gain a nationally recognised qualification in drug and alcohol counselling.

Ref. 281
Voluntary Support Worker
Highland Homeless Trust/Homeless Day Centre
Opportunity to be part of our social club which will open for 2 hours each evening within the Day Centre.  The aim is to have 'events' most nights and also being available for advice on housing issues. There will be food bags available most nights for service users to take away.

Ref. 282
Counsellor
Scottish Motor Neurone Disease Association
Have you ever considered training to be a counsellor? Why not take this opportunity and provide much needed support to our clients, their carers and families.

Ref. 348
Helpline Volunteer
First Steps to Freedom
The volunteer is required to man the helpline at her particular duty time, taking varied and interesting calls.

Ref. 368
Group Facilitator
Depression Alliance Scotland
Depression Alliance Scotland (DAS) is looking for volunteers to facilitate a self-help support group for people wanting to explore positive ways of coping with the impact depression has had on their lives.  Groups are  discussion-based but can also include guest speakers, taster workshops and socail activities, depending on the interests of group members.  Facilitators attend meetings every two weeks, ensuring everyone is made welcome and introduced, and encouraging and initiating discussion, involvement and information-sharing.  Volunteers also help group members to establish a set of ground rules and the sorts of topics they would like to discuss.  The volunteer role is very much to use discretion and group work skills to guide and empower group members to achieve their aims. 

Ref. 435
Volunteer Mentor
Volunteering Highland
To become a volunteer mentor working with long-term unemployed in an one to one situation. You will be expected to meet your 'client' once a fortnight for a maximum of two hours in a mutually agreeable place eg: Cafe, Park for a walk etc. The aim of the relationship is to enable the mentee to become more job focused and assist in finding employment.

Ref. 447
Family Support
Home Start Ross & Cromarty
Home-Start volunteers are expected to work towards the increased confidence and independence of the family by:
Offering support, friendship and practical help.
Visiting families in their own homes, where dignity and identity of each individual can be respected and protected.
Reassuring families that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual.
Emphasising the positive aspects of family life.
Developing a relationship with the family in which time can be shared and an understanding developed.
Encouraging parents' strengths and emotional well-being for the ultimate benefit of their own children.
Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use effectively the support and services available in the community. 

Ref: 480
Volunteer Listener
Samaritans of Inverness
To provide emotional support for people who are experiencing feeling of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. This support which is confidential, can be provided by telephone, email or face to face.

Ref 601
Worker for Dementia Helpline
Alzheimer Scotland
You can work from home with a landline telephone or at our Edinburgh office. We will give you training and ongoing support. There is a minimum commitment of one shift per fortnight. There are 4 shifts during the day and 1 overnight shift. Staff receive few calls overnight and don't have to stay awake. The helpline receives over 5,500 calls each year. An interest in dementia or personal/professional experience of the illness is preferable, but not essential.

Ref 624
Helpline Volunteer
Anxiety Alliance
We are looking for volunteers who are mature , able to manage their own feelings while providing a high standard of support. They must be calm, show self confidence under pressure from challenging individuals and be able to communicate effectively and sensitively. Training takes place over the telephone for one hour per week for a period of eight weeks. During this time, volunteers will learn the basics of listening, boundaries, feedback etc. After training, there is a three month probationary period for volunteers during which time they find out whether they think they are handling their calls well and we can find out if they are suitable. Volunteers are required to do a four hour duty each week either from 10am-2pm, 2pm-6pm, 6pm-10pm or 10pm-2am, preferably on the same day each week. The helpline is controlled by a virtual call centre to ensure privacy of volunteer.

Ref 660
Referrals Secretary and Branch Administrator
Cruse Bereavement Care
Everybody experiences bereavement at some point in their lives. Most people deal with it within their own resources, perhaps with the help of family and friends. For some, however, the grief and sense of loss can become debilitating and impact severely on their quality of life. Cruse works to relieve distress and promote well-being by helping these people understand their grief and cope with their loss. Referrals secretaries play a key role in what Cruse does. They are in most cases the first point of contact with the organisation. They need the right aptitude and training to deal sensitively with what for many people can be a difficult call to make and get the right information so that the organisation can respond appropriately. They Support Cruse's listeners and counselors by creating and maintaining records of contacts and clients.
We are also looking at the possibility of Inverness' referrals secretary giving further support by working as a receptionist in the premises where the listeners and counselors will be seeing people.

Opportunities for Working with Children

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 56
Volunteer Play Assistants
Birnie Child Development Centre
We are looking for volunteer play assistants to assist children with their snacks, singing, messy play, music and movement, massage, water play and other play group activities.

Ref. 68
Workshop Assistant
Safe, Strong and Free Project
Assist the project officer presenting workshops to pre-school children, their parents and carers with the aim of reducing the vulnerability of young children to abuse and assault.  Puppets and talking to the children are the main methods used.

Ref. 125
Crèche /Children's Group Worker
NCH Inverness Family Project
Supporting work with families by helping to run small groups/crèches for very young children 0-4yrs.

Ref. 211
Volunteer Nursery Assistant
Fliperz Day Care Nursery – Merkinch Enterprise
To provide childcare and learning through play in a safe environment.

Ref 225
Playcare Worker
SNAP (Special Needs Action Project)
To help out at After School clubs mon-fri 3.00-5.30pm. Leisure Schemes in the Holidays 10am-4pm and on Saturday outings - 10.am-3.30pm

Ref. 283
Children’s Worker
Iona Community
Volunteer Children's Workers help to plan and lead the children's programme offered at specific times in the year: Experiencing Easter, mid June through to the end of August, Community week and the Christmas house party.  Children's programme offers children of different age's activities that are both creative and fun, helping them to explore god's creation in many different ways.  Volunteers should have previous experience working with children and be able to engage children aged 3-12.  Training in early childhood education or play therapy is desirable.  This is a residential opportunity.

Ref. 293
Leader
Girlguiding Scotland
Looking for fun, friendships and new challenges?  Leaders can participate in a whole host of activities and times are flexible, so you can give as little or as much as you like.

Ref. 304
Schools Co-ordinator
British Heart Foundation
Build relationships with designated schools.  Make regular visits to schools.  Promote the Jump Rope for Heart scheme.  Promote other school fundraising initiatives.  Help promote healthy lifestyles through talks.  Regular reporting of school visits and contacts.  Positively promote the work of the British Heart Foundation.

Ref. 305
Business Adviser/Coach
Young enterprise Scotland
Anyone seeking to develop their own management skills and broaden their knowledge by gaining an overview of how a business functions and the relationship between the different parts.  Advisers need enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to share their knowledge and skills with a group of young people.

Ref. 308
Duke of Edinburgh Award Group Volunteer
Duke of Edinburgh Award Highland-Inverness
You'll be involved with 14-25 year olds who will either learn skills from you or allow you to source these for them. Any time commitment is a useful one.

Ref. 314
Play Assistant
Inverness Women’s Aid
Support, information and safe accommodation for woman, children and young people escaping domestic abuse.

Ref. 355
Leader
Scout group 18th Inverness Muirtown
To train to become leaders and instructors.

Ref. 372
Play Care Assistant
Play Services
The volunteer will help provide children 0-16 years of age with activities games, arts and crafts and generally play with them 

Ref. 386
Youth Worker / Support Work
Raigmore Community Centre
Vacancies exist for people to pass on skills to young people on Tuesdays or Wednesdays – taking part in crafts, games, photography, drama, dance, or just providing a listening ear for young people.

Ref. 437
Cadets
Army Cadet Force 1st Battalion The Highlanders
Community service within the cadet local area, and further afield if required.

Ref. 440
Assistant Youth Leader
Kiltarlity Hall Association
Assistant Youth Leaer to help and develop the members in interesting evenings and activities and give them the chance to learn how to behave and act outside and also to take care of our environment

Ref. 449
School Speaker
British Red Cross Northern Scotland
School speakers will be going into schools and delivering interactive workshops on a variety of topics such as refugees & asylum seekers, diversity & inclusion, disaster response & preparedness, humanitarianism and citizenship. Using developed modules, ideally working in pairs and supported by an experienced member, volunteers will facilitate and eventually lead these workshops for young people.

Ref: 483
Student or Graduate Volunteers
ASPIRENorth
Gain experience of working with young people
Improve your communication skills and boost your self-confidence
Develop your organisational skills
We can provide references
ASPIRENorth has development a porfolio of activities/workshops to be used with Primary 7 pupils through to S4s. All volunteers (need to be students or recent college or university graduates) will receive training before undertaking any activities and ASPIRENorth staff will offer on going support throughout the volunteer experience. Students will act as positive role models to pupils, help to demystify misconceptions and raise awareness of Further and higher Education
Further details are available at www.scotland-aspirenorth.ac.uk.

Ref: 495
Child Support, Team Mates & Activity Leaders
The volunteer team at camp provide support for our campers. They give positive encouragement and foster a strong sense of team spirit, facilitating fun and friendship in a safe environment. A week at camp can transform the lives of the campers and volunteers. It is a sake place where the child or young person feels secure and comfortable and can recapture some of the confidence and self-esteem that they may have lost when they became ill. For the siblings it is a chance for them to speak to others who have a brother or sister diagnosed with a serious illness. Both groups achieve a sense of independence through living away from home for a week and being able to establish their own identity. With this renewed confidence, they may be more able to face the challenges of the outside world, such as returning to school or going to college. Volunteers have described camp as a life enhancing experience, boosting confidence, broadening outlook, feeling positive and fulfilled with a whole new perspective to life.

Ref: 501
Youth Worker, Inverness Young Carers
Highland Carers Project
A group of young carers have applied for funding to enable them to go on some outings. The group will be 13 young carers aged 10 - 16 usually referred by social worker as being in need of some respite from thier caring role. These young people would not usually be able to access this type of activity because of lack of support or lack of money. the current plan is to go to Fairburn outdoor activity centre for a full sunday and therafter on a sunday afternoon to go swimming, to the cinema and to the rollerbowl. It is hoped that this will be the first Sunday of every month. After these four planned outings the group may decide to apply for other grants to continue meeting up.

Ref: 542
NCH/Chance UK Volunteer Mentor
NCH The Childrens Charity
The nature of the mentoring role is to develop a relationship with a child so that specific skills can be developed such as communication and anger management. This is done by undertaking a fun activity together which introduces positive life experiences and works towards set goals. It is expected that volunteer mentors will give a commitment to the mentoring relationship for 12 months, the end of which is marked by a grand 'graduation' ceremony as a celebration of the year together. The actual times of meeting with the child can be negotiated, but it is expected that you would meet on a weekly basis, for approximately 2-4 hours per week. Commitment is also expected with regards to regularly attending supervision and support sessions held with your Volunteer Co-coordinator.

Ref: 552
Children’s Camp Co-ordinator Scotland
The Cleft Lip and Palate Association
The Cleft Lip and Palate Association is a national charity. We have recently appointed a dedicated Children's Co-ordinator to develop the Children's and Young People's Service. As part of the expanding service we want to increase the number of children's camps in the Scotland area and want them to be in many locations and centre's so that more children with a cleft lip and/or palate across Scotland can enjoy them. We need an individual to firstly research new activity centre's within Scotland and then go and visit each activity centre and report on their suitability including - location, cost, amenities and activity choices available.

Ref: 479
Sea Staff
Ocean Youth Trust Scotland
OYTS is committed to delivering quality youth work at sea and broadening the horizons of its voyagers. OYTS voyages enable young people from differing backgrounds to participate together on the trust's Training Vessels. The unique nature of sail training enables young people to discover their potential as individuals and group members, and helps them to develop their abilities to their best advantage.
OYTS makes sailing fun to ensure that can help young people, and volunteers, to learn: Teamwork and mutual trust. A sense of equality and fairness. The importance of lifelong learning. Responsibility for their own actions and descisions. Understanding of the needs and backgrounds of others. Awareness of the environment

Ref:  577
Youth Worker
Highland Council- Community Learning and Leisure Education culture and sport
Create opportunities which enable young people to take responsibility and make decisions.
Create opportunities for young people to explore issues which are important to them.
Enable young people to adopt positive relationships with their peers and adults.
Create opportunities for young people to have fun, have new experiences and gain new skills.
To consider equal opportunities in all aspects of work.
Attend supervision sessions with line manager.
Attend training sessions and staff meetings.
Other appropriate duties as requested by line manager.

Ref 602
Volunteer Youth Worker
Highland Council
Opportunity to develop good relationships with young people and deliver quality youth work in an informal setting. Based at Hilton Community Centre. 

Ref 620
Schools Co-ordinator
British Heart Foundation
You will promote our healthy messages to children and teachers by building relationships with schools and making visits to encourage children to make healthier lifestyle choices. You should be able to communicate well and with confidence to groups or at assembly. 

Opportunities for Working with the Environment or with Animals

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 57
Leader/Sidewalker/ Fundraiser
Highland Group Riding for the Disabled Association Highland Group
Classes take place Mon-Sat, adults and children, with a wide variety or ability and needs.  Training and supervision of helpers is available: initial induction: opportunities to do as much or as little as you like.

Ref. 60
Adopt-a-Beach / Beachwatch Organiser
Marine Conservation Society Scottish Office
BEACHWATCH is the flagship marine litter survey project of the Marine Conservation Society, taking place the third weekend of every September.  Beachwatch is the beach clean event mobilising thousands of volunteers every September.  Those organisers wanting to help throughout the year can adopt their local beach through the MCS Adopt-A-Beach project and conduct seasonal surveys  The information collected can be used locally and is also invaluable for campaigning by MCS against litter at a national and international level.  Register with the Marine Conservation Society and help stem the tide of marine litter.

Ref. 83
PAT Volunteer
Pets as Therapy (PAT Dogs and Cats) Northern
Volunteers are needed to visit hospitals, hospices, residential homes, nursing homes etc. with temperament tested cats and dogs to brighten up people’s day.

Ref. 147
Therapet Visitor
Canine Concern Scotland Trust Therapet
Do you own a friendly, outgoing, though not to boisterous dog who loved to have a fuss made of him?  Then perhaps you might like to think about registering him in our THERAPET visiting service.  You haven’t heard of it?  For some years now it has been recognised, more and more that pets are good for us!  Indeed it has been scientifically proved that the mere action of stroking a dog, or cat, slows down the heartbeat, reduces blood pressure, and make someone who suffered a heart attack much less likely to have another. 

Ref. 167
Conservation Volunteers
BTCV Scotland
All training in practical skills provided.  Wide variety of work, including footpath and access construction, bridge, boardwalk and style construction, species management, restoration etc.  Tools are provided, along with tea and coffee.  Good enjoyable team environment too!

Ref. 178
Birds of Prey Handler
Birds of Prey Rescue
Volunteers are required to look after and handle Birds of Prey.  We hope to get someone who can be left to look after Birds on their own, any person or persons who join our team will be fully trained.

Ref. 199
Volunteer Gardener/ Support Worker
Glenurquhart Care Project
The new greenhouse is 16’9’’x 12’.  You will get the chance to work alongside some very keen and experienced gardeners who attend the centre.

Ref. 201
Cycle track overseer
Sustrans Scotland
Volunteers are depended on to be the eyes and ears of Suntrans.  You may wish to deal with minor problems and report the major problems to our office, by doing this you would be ensuring that routes are kept as safe and attractive as possible for users.

Ref. 277
Wildlife Watch Leader
Scottish Wildlife Trust
A Wildlife Watch Leader recruits children to a local group, organises a program of activities for the group, runs safe and enjoyable meetings by ensuring the child welfare and safety policy is put into practice, promotes Wildlife Watch membership, liaises regularly with the Wildlife Watch Co-ordinator, is prepared to attend training courses on first aid and safety.

Ref. 284
Craft Worker
Iona Community Staff Co-ordinator
Experienced craft worker.

Ref: 300
Presenter
WWF
To deliver WWF Scotland campaign messages to adult audiences at community level through pre-prepared presentations - for example, climate change, sustainable living or an overview of our work. The aim of these presentations is to encourage the audience to get involved, for example by:
Altering their lifestyle to become more sustainable
Getting involved with campaigns - e.g. by becoming e-campaigners, writing a letter to their MSP, signing a petition etc.
Supporting the work of WWF - by becoming a member or adopting an animal

Ref. 333
Gardening
Inverness Women’s Aid
Assisting the women and children to create a small garden.

Ref. 359
Conservation worker
The National Trust for Scotland
The National Trust for Scotland organises weekend projects all over Scotland carrying out practical tasks such as footpath maintenance, drystone dyking etc.

Ref. 360
Various
RSPB Scotland Youth and Volunteers
RSPB has around 400 opportunities throughout Scotland ranging from habitat and management work and opportunities to work from home.  To check out all these opportunities please check out the web site www.rspb.org.uk

Ref. 364
Groundsperson/Handyperson
Scottish SPCA Inverness AWC
General upkeep of all grounds, grass areas and the pets’ cemetery and the opportunity to provide ideas and input for the development of the centre.  There may also be opportunities to move into other volunteer routes within the centre.

Ref. 429
Volunteer Officer
BTCV Scotland
BTCV Scotland offers an exciting opportunity to gain a wealth of valuable experience and training for a career in the environmental sector.  Join the BTCV Scotland team as one of our Volunteer Officers (VO's) and learn practical conservation and community development.
Each office runs a programme of practical conservation projects, which run througout the year.  These involve undertaking a variety of tasks with the aim of increasing biodiversity and improving access to the countryside. 
Responsibilities will include:  Help lead, supervise and train the volunteers.  Attending site visits and preparing site reports and risk assessment.  General office work for the projects and of course lots of practical work.  We will provide all the necessary training and support required for the applicant to fulfil this role.
Volunteer Officer benefits:  Free access to training, First Aid Work certification, Health & Safety knowledge, Practical Conservation skills, Leadership & teamwork skills, Organisational and administration skills, General work experience.

Ref. 436
Gardening
Floral Hall & Training Centre
Gardening at the Floral Hall offers a wide range of activity - from routine maintenance and tidying to the creation of new displays. This can include watering, weeding, dead heading, taking cuttings and growing on as well care and development of outside plant beds. Volunteers work with us between Easter and October.

Ref. 446
Gardener
Leonard Cheshire Cheshire House
Grass cutting, weeding and general maintenance.

Ref 472
Conservation Volunteers
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Practical conservation tasks on various Nature Reserves e.g use of hand tools for woodland management, path work of various sorts and helping with monitoring wildlife species.

Ref: 497
Green Gym Volunteer (Inverness)
BTCV Scotland
The Green Gym is an initiative to create healthier communities and a healthier environment. The Green Gym offers people the opportunity to improve their physical and mental well being by involvement in a range of practical conservation activities. Benefits to quality of life arise from the social contact and support which comes from working with others.

Ref 565
Puppy Walking
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Puppy walkers give their pups a firm foundation for later training and life with a blind or visually impaired person. A puppy is taken into a volunteer puppy walker's home for just over a year and gets it used to the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Criteria to be considered for this role: you must be at home most of the day as puppy walking is a full-time commitment, be over 18 years old, If you have children they should be over the age of 3, accommodation must be on ground floor with no more than two steps up to the door and the home must have direct access to a secure private garden/yard, pet dogs must have a suitable temperament, you must have daily access to car travel. The puppy must be taken on daily routine trips and you must be willing to develop a puppy as per the associations guidelines. Guide Dogs provide food and meets vets bills.


Ref 565
Conservation Worker
Trees For Life
Each work-week consists of 10 volunteers. All the work is related to forest restoration, i.e. collecting seeds and berries, planting trees, felling non-native trees, removing redundant fencing, wetland restoration, tree nursery work, survey and monitoring and stock fencing.

Ref 659
Green Gym Volunteer Officer (VO)
BTCV
You should be able to commit to 6 months (at least), 2 days a week (or more if you wish). Green gym sessions run 2 days per week, 3 hours per session. Sites you will be working on include gardens, woodlands,hillsides and other rural and urban green spaces. Projects will have environmental and/or community benefits, as well as benefitting our green gym volunteers in terms of health, social and sense of achievement.
Your role will include assisting the co-ordinator in driving and leading volunteers, and in administrating and organising sessions.
This position will help you to gain valuable experiencwe that could help secure you a paid position in the environment/voluntary sector in the future.

Ref 690
Volunteer (Pet) Fosterer
Pet Fostering Service Scotland
The volunteer may like the company of animals but not want one full time. Opportunity to help people and animals by caring for the pet of an owner who is temporarily unable to do so. It helps the animal avoid stress or neglect and reassures the owner about the pet's welfare. A house visit is part of the selection procedure. Fosterers have to ensure pets are secure at all times. It is essential that cats be kept indoors and dogs should be kept on leads when outdoors.

Other Opportunities

For further information or if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities, please contact us quoting the opportunity reference number.

Ref. 163
Handy Person
Nansen Highland
This opportunity does not require working directly with the students, but assisting the organisation to keep a safe and pleasant environment for their studies.  This position would suit a person with practical and DIY skills and a few hours a week to spare.

Ref. 198
First Aid Volunteer
British Red Cross Northern Scotland
To respond to a first aid need, assessing the situation quickly and safely, protecting the casualty from possible danger, giving appropriate treatment and remaining with the casualty until the appropriate next level of care is available.

Ref. 226
Executive Member
Alcohol Counselling Inverness
Volunteer Executive members attend all meetings - 6 a year - but this does include sub-commmittees. Positions can include those of Chairman, Secretary & Treasurer.

Ref. 228
Drummer
Happyness Drum Circles
You will learn the skills of drum circle facilitation and experience the joys of group music- making.  At first you will assist by keeping a strong beat to allow the group to improvise on top whilst allowing the facilitator to facilitate.  In time, you will be given the opportunity to facilitate.

Ref. 229
Volunteer Committee Member
Inverness Access Committee
Committee members are required to help with minutes, have an interest in architecture and be willing to learn about the DDA - Disability Discrimination Act, compilation of Agendas and to attend meetings regularly.

Ref. 258
Talking Book Home Visiting Volunteer
RNIB
Assist blind and partially sighted people (members) to set up their talking book players.  Demonstrate and guide members on the use of their talking book players.  Help members choose books.  Talk to members about other RNIB products which could be helpful to them in their own home.  Visiting members if they have a fault with their talking book player and repairing (within RNIB guidelines) if appropriate or returning player to RNIB for a replacement.

Ref. 275
Housekeeping Ass.
Iona Community Staff Co-ordinator
General cleaning and laundry.

Ref. 284
Craft Worker
Iona Community Staff Co-ordinator
Experienced craft worker.

Ref. 285
Front Office Assistant
Iona Community Staff Co-ordinator
Flexible and team player.

Ref. 286
Abbey Church General  Assistant
Iona Community Staff Co-ordinator
Mainly assisting in church with stewarding all services and keeping the Abbey clean and tidy.

Ref. 296
Special Constable
Northern Constabulary H R. Unit
Special constables are expected to achieve a level of proficency which will enable them to assist regular officers in showing local policing problems, and therefore enhance the overall contribution of the partnership between the police and public.

Ref. 304
Schools Co-ordinator
British Heart Foundation
Build relationships with designated schools.  Make regular visits to schools.  Promote the Jump Rope for Heart scheme.  Promote other school fundraising initiatives.  Help promote healthy lifestyles through talks.  Regular reporting of school visits and contacts.  Positively promote the work of the British Heart Foundation.

Ref. 310
Shinty  Referee
The Camanachd Assistant
Shinty Referees are required to officiate at matches throughout Scotland but with a particular concentration in the West Highlands and Argyll and Bute. Typical fixtures will see the referee making a round trip of 100 - 150 miles in some of Scotland's most beautiful scenery. The role of the referee requires a good level of fitness to a standard of that expected in a 'fun run' or 'bike-a-thon'. Training and support are on hand to initiate you into the rules.

Ref. 312
Artist
Merkinch Community Centre
music /drama / crafts

Ref. 316
Handy Person
Inverness Womens Aid
Working with the woman at the refuge to provide practical and basic DIY.

Ref. 325
Laundry Assistant
Highland Hospice Voluntary Services Deptartment
On a daily basis there may be some items of patients clothing along with towels from the in-patient Unit & towels from the Aromatherapist in the Day Hospice.  The items of clothing will be listed with the patients name & given to the laundry assistant. It will be the responsibility of the laundry aassistant to wash & tumble dry the clothing and towels at the correct temperatures and to follow strict control of infection guidelines for those items which require special treatement.  Towels will be folded & returned to the appropriate place. Items of clothing will be ironed and returned to the IN-patient Unit. The Hospice has a dedicated laundry room with two industrial washing machines and two tumble driers

Ref. 329
General Helper
Inverness Blitz Academy
Coaching American Football.  Officiating American Football.  Media work revolving around American Football.  Fundraising.  First Aid.  General help with equpment.

Ref. 331
Various
RSVP
Schools - Assisting with a range of duties
Environment - Community Projects at local level
Primary Care - Practical support for sick, frail or vulnerable people by collecting prescriptions, helping with form filling, assisting visits to shops, libaries, appointments etc.
Knitting - Traume teddies, premature baby clothes, blankets etc.

Ref. 353
Kitchen Assistant
Highland Hospice Voluntary Services Department
Required to help in the kitchen - stacking and unloading the dishwasher and gereral tidying.  A main activity is preparing a trolley to be taken into the in-patient unit for serving teas/coffees to patients and their visitors.

Ref. 356
Handy Person
Scout Group 18th Inverness Muirton
Someone is required to look after the sea based equiptment looking after the needs of the scout sections using the property.

Ref. 380
Soap Production Workers
Merkinch Development Ventures Ltd – Ness Soaps
To help other volunteers to make the soap.  But of course the individual can become more involved with things if they want, such as marketing, soap experiments and making new soaps.

Ref. 383
Real Nappy Demonstrator
Highland Real Nappy Project
Volunteers are needed to promote the use of real nappies to a variety of audiences, including parents and health professionals.  Volunteers are provided with a demonstration kit and given full training on how to deliver a short presentation.  Other duties may include assisting the Project Co-ordinator at public events, i.e. looking after a display stand, talking to the public, enthusing about real nappies.  Personal experience of real nappies is essential.

Ref. 385
Handy Person
Volunteering Highland
The sort of tasks our volunteers will undertake include; moving light furniture, fitting shelves, changing tap washers, cleaning windows, changing curtains, emulsioning, glossing and paper hanging, as well as gardening work.

Ref. 420
Talking Book Volunteer Coordinator
Royal National Institute of the Blind TCS Volunteer Unit
RNIB Talking Book Service is a postal audio library service for people with sight problems of all ages across the UK offering a wide range of professionally recorded books on a special easy to use playback equipment. 
Volunteers are pivotal to reaching out to over 40,000 Talking Book members nationally, with vo