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Volunteering Opportunities - Inverness

Befriending

Clerical, Administration and Committee Work

Driving, Gardening and DIY

Education, IT and Public Speaking

Fundraising, Events Organising and Publicity

Retail

Sport

Support, Mentoring, Helplines, Counselling, Advocacy

Working with Children and Young People

Working with the Environment, Wildlife and Animals

Miscellaneous

Befriending 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. 74 Host - Contact the Elderly
This involves inviting a Contact the Elderly group into your home for afternoon tea, usually on a Sunday afternoon by prior arrangement with the Group Leader. The Contact the Elderly group is made up of 4-8 elderly people plus 2-4 drivers. It is important for the elderly group members to have access to a downstairs toilet if possible.

Ref. 129 Distance Befrienders - Befrienders Highland
Befrienders Highland supports people who are isolated as a result of mental health problems. A befriender can give someone the chance to enjoy friendship, albeit at a distance. All you need is a telephone, email or a letter box and a wish to make a new friend! Befrienders of all ages and backgrounds are needed from Nairn-shire and Inverness areas. We take care to introduce you to someone who shares some of your own interests so that you have something in common straight away. Enjoy your spare time and make a difference to someone’s life – befriend!

Ref. 1335 Telephone Befriender - Meningitis Research Foundation The Meningitis Research Foundation are looking for people who have been affected by meningitis and septicaemia, personally or through a close friend/relative, to train as a telephone befriender and support others in similar situations.

Ref. 162 Befriender - Key Housing

Befriending someone with a learning disability – taking part in hobbies together, accompanying him/her to social events, classes etc. or just to spend time with them, to be someone in their life not paid to be there.

Ref. 1757 Online Discussion Forum Volunteer - Connecting Carers

Connecting Carers are looking for volunteers to help support and organise an online forum.

Ref. 193 Volunteer Escort - Shopmobility Highland
Volunteer escorts accompany wheelchair users with supermarket shopping and when going into town.

Ref. 221 Minibus Escort - Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre
By having volunteers on the minibus, it ensures the driver isn't distracted as the clients have someone to talk to and to make sure they have a comfortable journey.

Ref. 222 Volunteer Befriender - Befrienders Highland
Befrienders of all ages and backgrounds are needed from Nairnshire and Inverness areas. We take care to introduce you to someone who shares some of your own interests so that you have something in common straight away. Befrienders Highland support people who are isolated as a result of mental health problems. Enjoy your spare time and make a difference to someone's life - befriend!

Ref. 265 Visitor / Befriender - Contact the Elderly
People over pension age who live alone can get very lonely and isolated. A volunteer will visit them on a regular basis and chat and listen to them for an hour or so on a regular basis. The service will ensure, wherever possible, that the older person and the visitor have similar interests.

Ref.1753 Befriender - Connecting Carers

Connecting Carers are looking for volunteers to provide befriending support to a matched carer via telephone/online/email.

Ref.1717 Befriender/Driver - Merkinch Community Centre

We are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping older people to befriend, drive/or accompany 'Golden Times' members to, from and during activities 'Golden Times' is an exciting project in Inverness, providing a wide variety of physical, learning and socialising activities of fun, laughter and friendship. We are looking for volunteers to befriend, drive /or accompany Golden Times Members to, from and during activities. Activities will range from Archery to Genealogy, Crafts to Basic IT Skills, Easy Exercise and Learning to Text.

Ref.970 Morning Call - Contact the Elderly

Volunteers are required to make daily telephone calls (one week in four) to people who need the reassurance of such a call. If the call is not answered, an agreed contact is contacted.

Ref.1639 Centre Assistants - Dunbar Centre Pop In

The Dunbar Centre Pop-in in Church Street, Inverness aims to cater for people over the age of 50 years. It will provide a cafe with various refreshments and snacks etc. We require people to help with cooking, kitchen staff, waiting staff, till operator, people to help with or run activities and people to just sit, chat and listen to people. This will be a very friendly premises where people will come in to enjoy themselves, meet other people and participate in activities.

Ref.1227 Lunch Club Assistant - Merkinch Community Centre

Do you enjoy chatting and helping elderly people have a good time? Would you like to assist our Lunch Club members travel in our minibus to the Merkinch Centre, help serve meals and chatting with our members over lunchtime and take part in the fun activities. You may be asked to come on organised trips. Volunteers must be fit and able as their role will be one of support.

Ref.762 Befriender - Key Housing

Specific opportunities with particular clients but also keen to encourage volunteers who would like to spend time with tenants, keeping them company, socialising, etc.

Ref.874 FALCON Volunteers - Merkinch Community Centre

Volunteers are required to support adults who have a learning disability. The FALCON Club runs every Thursday evening from 7 - 9pm and volunteers are required to support members to participate in arts related activities such as drama, arts and crafts, drumming, baking, games and attending events.

Ref. 1140 Support Group Volunteer - Sight Action

Volunteers to assist with Sight Action's Chat Club. Volunteers will provide support and assistance to clients when they are on the minibus.

Ref. 1150 Befriender and One-Off Support - Sight Action

To provide support to people so that their social isolation can be reduced. Assisting 'befriendees', going shopping, socialising, attending appointments or maybe in someone's home so their confidence can be built up before 'venturing' out.

Ref 945 Befriender - Birchwood Highland

Birchwood Highland aims to support people through mental ill health towards mental well-being. By becoming a befriender, you offer support and form one-to-one relationships that could help to reduce the isolation mental ill health can sometimes bring and help another individual to regain their independence and lead a fuller life.

Ref.1669 Activity Work Volunteer - Highland Homeless Trust

Volunteers are needed to attend a monthly Activity Meeting at our main office, attended by staff and service users. The volunteers would be assisting with following up activities eg. residential outings, arranging events and booking venues etc. The volunteers would also produce a Newsletter which would entail working with Trust staff, volunteers and service users. The volunteers should live in the Inverness area.

Ref. 362 Workshop Assistant - L'Arche Inverness
The workshops are sheltered places of work where people with learning difficulties learn skills and get job satisfaction either gardening, making candles or producing woodwork, volunteers support the workleaders to make this happen.

Ref. 1746 Buddy Support Volunteer - HAPIS

HAPIS require a volunteer to support and manage volunteer buddy's and to develop the Highland-wide Support offered to families who are affected by post natal depression. Buddy volunteers (male and female) are also required to help, befriend and offer support to families.

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). Ramble lasts 2-3 hours including a lunch stop (£15 membership charge).

Ref. 684 Outreach Communication Partner - Chest, Heart and Stroke Volunteer Stroke Service
Service delivery can be diverse and varies for each service user. The volunteer helps the member to reach their individual goal within their own community - attending social events, outings in the community or be supported within their own home and at all times supporting them with their communication difficulties.

Ref. 686 Communication Group Facilitator - Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland Volunteer Stroke Service
The volunteer will be trained in the strategies and techniques of communication support and group facilitation in order to ensure that our service users are supported effectively by their communication partner and to ensure inclusion, with the appropriate level of support for both group and one-to-one conversations.

Ref.1134 Committee Facilitator - Inverness ACE

Inverness ACE is affiliated to ENABLEScotland and enables people with learning difficulties to discuss and instigate action on matters which concern them. On average, 12-14 members turn up at each meeting once a month at the Spectrum Centre, Inverness. The group will need additional support to achieve its goals.

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. 979 Telephonist - British Heart Foundation

We need volunteers to join our shop team at 7-17 Union Street, Inverness. You will make new friends, learn new skills and have opportunities to develop supported in your training by the shop manager and receive 25% discount. A key part of the opportunity is meeting people, helping and advising customers by telephone, arranging deliveries and collections for customers.

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

Ref. 384 Receptionist - Volunteering Highland
To provide reception cover – duties include answering the telephone, making appointments, meeting and greeting visitors and tenants, dealing with mail and its distribution, organising leaflet library, general office and admin tasks eg. photocopying, faxing, filing, laminating notices etc. Volunteers need to be computer literate and able to maintain databases and have a pleasant disposition and a flexible approach to work.

Ref. 349 Receptionist - Highland Hospice Voluntary Services Dept.
Operation of a simple switchboard, 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, liaising with members of staff and volunteers.

Ref. 328 Co-ordinator - Contact the Elderly
The co-ordinator is given a list of clients, hosts and drivers and arranges venues for outings. After the outing, the co-ordinator will contact the host to thank them for their hospitality etc.

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. 1002 Social Coach/Book-keeper - Outsiders

'Great Expectations' is a pilot to attract people with physical and social disabilities to come to events and workshops, gain confidence, make new friends, and, if they wish, find a partner. Volunteers would work monthly or weekly, supporting social events, running workshops or becoming a book-keeper.

Ref. 1756 Newsletter Producer & Reporter- Connecting Carers

Volunteers are required to oversee production of a newsletter for carers across Highland. Reporters are also needed to provide comprehensive information resourse to unpaid carers and professionals. To be distributed online or via hardcopy

Ref.413 Volunteer Transport Scheme Office Assistant - Partnerships for Wellbeing

Inverness Voluntary Transport provides low-cost transport to primary health care appointments such as doctors, dentists, chiropodists etc, for people who are unable for whatever reason to access public transport or have no transport of their own. We are looking for volunteers to assist with the daily smooth running of the scheme. The role consists of answering telephone calls, organising bookings and other general office duties. If you can spare a couple of hours per week or more

Ref. 448 Volunteer Office/Admin/Backup Work - Alcohol Counselling Inverness
Assisting in the office by answering the telephone and taking down details; recording information; providing office back-up for counsellors. Volunteer must have the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. The help is needed in the afternoons and possibly evenings especially Fridays from 1630 onwards.

Ref. 458 Minute Secretary - Relationship Counselling Highland

We require a Minute Secretary to take minutes for a meeting held every three months on a Thursday from 11am - 1 pm approx. We need someone who is experienced at taking minutes and can respect confidentiality.

Ref. 1739 Minute Secretary - Men's Health Highland

We require a Minute Secretary to prepare an agenda and take minutes for a meeting held every three months . We need someone who is experienced at taking minutes and can respect confidentiality.

COMMITTEE WORK

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.1757 Fundraising Group Member - Macmillan Cancer Support

Our fundraising groups and committees are the local face of Macmillan, raising vital funds totalling more than £8.1 million annually and raising the profile of the charity so that we can reach more people affected by cancer.
We want to make Macmillan the best-known local charity in Inverness and that’s why we’re looking for special volunteers to help boost our fundraising network. Whether you join an existing group or help us set up a new one, you’ll be making a massive difference to Macmillan and, ultimately, to the lives of people affected by cancer.

Ref. 1676 Secretary - Inverness & Nairn Branch, MS Society Scotland

Applications are invited for the opportunity of Secretary. You will need to be someone who can co-ordinate and prepare for meetings, have experience in taking minutes for meetings, IT skills - Microsoft Word and Excel. Ideally you will have an understanding of the challenges faced by an individual diagnosed with MS or a long term health condition.

Ref.226 Executive Member - Alcohol Counselling Inverness

Would you like to be a member of our Executive Committee? The committee provides support to staff and volunteers and oversees the long-term direction of the organisation such as devising and implementing new policies and procedures.

Ref.1747 Management Committee Member - RoWAN

Would you like to be a member of our Management Committee? The committee provides support to staff and volunteers and oversees the long-term direction of the organisation. We have had a number of committee members leave and need input and support for remaining members.

Ref.1484 Treasurer - The Scouts Association

Highlands and Islands Regional Scout Council is currently seeking a treasurer to support regional development of scouting and training of adult leaders and assist the Regional Chairman in the effective operation of the region in accordance with Policy, Organisation and Rules (POR) of the Scout Association

Ref. 553 Assistant Treasurer - Inverness & Nairn Branch, MS Society Scotland
To be available to deputise for the treasurer in his/her absence and to assist with financial duties as appropriate. Must be Branch Member.

Ref.1485 Committee Member - The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign

Supporters of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign have expressed an interest in forming a volunteer committee in the Inverness area. We need committee members to expand our volunteer committee and take part in organising fundraising events to allow the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign to continue is vital work.

Ref.1597 Member of Youth Highland Board of Directors

We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious for young people in the Highlands, to join out Board of Directors. If you have the time, strategic vision, independent judgement and a willingness to speak your mind, we would really like to hear from you.

We are keen to have a diverse Board of Directors and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly young people between the ages of 16 and 25.

Ref.1661 Board Director - Birchwood Highland

Birchwood Highland is looking for individuals who believe in the ethos of the organisation. We are keen to invite applicants from different backgrounds who will bring a wide reaching range of experience with them. If you come with an open view, are able to make balanced and measured decisions based on inormation presented to you and have a passion that will ensure your commitment to Birchwood Highland then we would like to hear from you.

Ref. 982 Directors - Inverness Women's Aid

This is an opportunity to help and support women and children suffering domestic abuse. We have a refuge can house up to 12 women and children. The role of the Directors is to take decisions on management policy and generally control and supervise the activities of the company.

Ref. 556 Branch Support Co-Ordinator - MS Society Scotland

To be the primary point of branch contact for people seeking information about MS or access to available services and support.

Ref.1251 Chairperson - Headway Highland

Headway Highland is a charity supporting brain injury survivors. It requires a chairperson who has previous experience and knowledge of working in the charity sector, be able to commit 1-2 days per month and have the drive, energy and commitment to work with a small committee of volunteers in making a big difference to the lives of those affected by brain injury.

Ref. 1677 Chairperson - Inverness & Nairn Branch, MS Society Scotland

Applications are invited for this exciting opportunity of Chairperson. Can you help make a difference to people affected locally by multiple sclerosis by providing leadership, helping the committee work together as an effective team to provide the necessary services and activities. You will work closely with people affected by MS, health professionals and relevant partners. With ongoing training and support, you may learn new skills or develop existing ones whilst helping others at the same time.

Ref. 433 Executive Committee Member - Rape and Abuse Line
Three committee members from outwith RAL needed who have skills in either business management, financial management/fundraising, or public relations/publicity. You will work alongside 3 RAL volunteers and will be responsible for the strategic planning, policy review and general management matters within the RAL. Committee meetings will take place once a month.

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 and Treasurer.

Ref.387 Executive Committee Member - Family Mediation Highland

Become part of a small executive committee to enhance the organisation's strategic planning and development, respond to challenges resulting from changes in funding providers, take part in overall management of the organisation and to ensure best service available to separating families.

Ref.1323 Committee Members - Highland Senior Citizens Network

Highland Senior Citizens Network is looking for new committee members to enlarge its current committee. We are keen to recruit volunteers - who do not need to be retired or aged - who could bring expertise in the fields of Law/Ethics, Business/Accountancy, Health/Social Care, Publicity and Income Generation.

Ref.1483 Regional Secretary - The Scouts Association

Highlands & Islands Regional Scout Council is currently seeking someone to act as Secretary to the Regional Executive Committee.
Working closely with the Regional Chair, the person will support the work of the Executive Committee and liaise with six scouting districts across the Highlands and Islands.

Driving, Gardening and D.I.Y. Opportunities

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

DRIVING

Ref. 73 Driver - Contact the Elderly
We would like you to pickup 1/2/3 elderly people:
1. One Sunday afternoon a month usually to a private house for a cup of tea and a chat. (2 hours)
2. One weekday afternoon a fortnight or month, take the old folk to a venue wher they can reminisce, enjoy a cup of tea and a chat finishing with a good old fashioned sing song. (2 hours)

Ref. 126 Driver of Project Minibus - NCH Inverness Family Project
Many of the services of Inverness Family Project depend on our being able to recruit a volunteer minibus driver who can safely transport families across Inverness for us.

Ref. 192 Driver - Shopmobility Highland
Minibus driver and mobile unit driver required.

Ref.625 Volunteer Car Driver - Scottish Ambulance Service

Volunteer car drivers are required for all Highland Areas to transport walking patients to and from hospitals. A mileage rate is paid for every journey undertaken. Potential volunteers must have a full driving licence and a four door car with MOT and Insurance.

Ref. 195 Drivers - Merkinch Community Centre

Volunteers are required to drive the minibus for the lunch club at Merkinch Community Centre and outings. You will need a clean driving licence and will be subject to a disclosure. You will be given an induction and route plan.

Ref. 3147 Driver of Minibus - Highland Hockey Club The Highland Hockey Club have 4 senior teams (male and female) who compete at national and regional level. They are looking for 4 willing volunteer drivers to drive the hired minibuses to the competition venues and home again. Mainly at the weekends.

Ref.69 Driver's Aide - Merkinch Community Centre

Do you enjoy chatting and helping elderly people have a good time? Would you like to assist our Lunch Club members with travelling in our minibus to the Merkinch Centre and home? Volunteers need to be able bodied and sensitive to the needs of the elderly.

Ref. 370 Drivers - Partnerships for Wellbeing
Partnerships for Wellbeing are looking for volunteers who can spare a morning or afternoon weekly, fortnightly or monthly to transport patients to their primary care appointments eg. GP practices, dentists, chiropody and day care centres. A vehicle is provided.

Ref. 382 Driver - Visual Impairment Services Highland
Enhance the lives of visually impaired people by giving them an opportunity to leave their home and meet new people. You will be responsible for driving the mini bus to uplift clients and take them to their destination then deliver them safely home at the end of the excursion.

Ref 467 Driver - Youth Inclusive All Starz
We are a church based organisation with an arts council project 'All Starz' to tutor 5 bands in Inverness for young people. The equipment is stored in Hilton and needs to be taken across Inverness on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and some Fridays at 5.30pm and returned at 9.30pm.

Ref 571 Volunteer Driver - Volunteering Highland Handy Persons Scheme
A driver is required to transport the Handy Persons teams of volunteers to various jobs in and around the Inverness area. The main tasks carried out are gardening, decorating and odd jobs for people unable to do themselves, can't afford anyone to do for them and have no one that can help. It's very rewarding work and the volunteer drivers can get involved with hands-on tasks if they wish.

Ref.856 Driver/s - Leonard Cheshire

Volunteers are required to transport disabled service users to various activities such as swimming, appointments etc. Often the driver's role will be one of befriending also as the volunteer may be required to support the service user at the activity also.

Ref. 625 Volunteer Car Driver - The Scottish Ambulance Service
Volunteer car drivers required for all Highland areas to transport walking patients to and from hospitals. A mileage rate is paid for every journey undertaken. Potential volunteers must have a full driving licence and a four-door car with MOT and Insurance.

Ref. 679 Driver – Chest, Heart & Stroke Charity Shop
We require weekly drivers, regular rota drivers and relief drivers who may be called upon to cover any unavailability of our regular team.

Ref. 685 Driver - Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland
Drivers needed to transport service users to and from their house to our group venues. We are looking for car owners who are physically fit, reliable and caring with good communication skills. We require weekly drivers, regular rota drivers and relief drivers who may be called upon to cover any unavailability of our regular team.

Ref.796 Driver - L'Arche, Inverness

To drive our 12 seater or 8 seater minibus/people carrier to transport our residents from their homes (2 houses) in Inverness to arrive at the workshops for 9.00am and to do the return journey.

Ref.981 Driver - Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre

Driver required for 8 seat minibus to convey an escort plus members with Multiple Sclerosis to and from Luncheon Club in Inverness. Approx 9:30 - 4:15pm normally every third Tuesday on a rota basis.

GARDENING

Ref.1405 Landscape Gardener - The Hawthorn Project, Highland Council

An opportunity to offer practical advice and be part of the initial Phase 1 development of the Hawthorn Project. To identify areas for clearing and planting, prepare identified areas for planting Autumn 2010. Give advice on appropriate plants for specific areas. Assist in the planting of a Wildlife Pond. Would suit experienced/retired person with a horticultural background.

DIY

Ref. 977 Function Testers - British Heart Foundation

Volunteers needed to join our shop team at 7-17 Union Street, Inverness to assist the warehouse manager to function test electrical appliances to ensure they are in good working order. You will also receive 25% discount.

Ref. 743 Volunteer Painter - New Start Highland
Volunteers guided and directed by the trainer, will assist previously homeless individuals to improve their surroundings and learn new skills. Volunteers will be provided with the appropriate PPE (e.g. Overalls, masks etc.) and will recieve training in Safe and Healthy ways of working, Manual Handling and correct use of ladders.

Ref. 1751 Handy Person - Sight Action

Sight Action are looking for volunteers to assist visually impaired people with assistance to undertake small tasks in and around the home and garden.

Ref. 1740 Furniture Restorer - New Start Highland

Help is needed to bring back to life quality unloved furniture which will support our clients as they set up new homes. Following induction and manual handling training, volunteers will work alongside warehouse staff and trainees in one of our warehouses.

Opportunities in Education, IT and Public Speaking

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

EDUCATION

Ref. 946 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. A non-formal approach is used and learner need drives the support that is offered. We also provide support for people learning English as a second or other language. Our opportunities can be in one to one or small group settings. Nationally recognised Introductory Training in Literacies Learning course is applicable. SVQ Professional Development award is integrated into the training.

Ref.1725 Easter Ross Trail Volunteer Field Teacher - RSPB

We need you to help us engage with young people and to inspire them about wildlife. You will be an active member of our Field Teaching team delivering clearly defined Field Teaching sessions to groups of up to 18 young people. The Easter Ross Wildlife Trail aims to promote the richness of the biodiversity around the Black Isle, partly by delivering environmental education on our reserves. The Filed Teaching Team requires volunteers to help support and deliver fun and exciting activities to bring children closer to nature.

Ref.1702 Art Group Volunteer - Merkinch Community Centre

Volunteers required to help adults adults with learning disabilities express themselves through art by assisting group leader set up, create projects, assist members and clear up.

Ref. 1434 Humanitarian Educators - British Red Cross

Educators at the British Red Cross are highly valued for the skills and energy they bring to our work. We hope to provide our interns with an insight into the daily internal workings of the world's largest humanitarian organisation.The successful candidate will have access to relevant in-house training and development oppertunities during the course of their placemement. There may be ad hoc opportunities to get involved in other areas of work where appropriate.

Ref. 445 Volunteer First Aid Trainer (for Young People) - British Red Cross Northern Scotland
You will be delivering First Aid awareness and/or certificated training to young people in a school environment, youth groups or after school clubs. Preferably, you will be available during the day and able to travel locally. All reasonable expenses reimbursed. You will need to be available for a minimum of 4 hours per month during term time, a background in FA desirable but the Red Cross will provide all training.

Ref: 483 Student or Graduate Volunteers - ASPIRE North
Gain experience of working with young people; improve your communication and organisational skills; boost your self-confidence. Volunteers will be students, recent college or university graduates and will receive training and 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.

Ref.1687 Book Distributor - North of Scotland Visiting Service Volunteers required to collect books from the library and deliver them to housebound people in the Inverness and Nairn areas. An excellent opportunity for people who are interested in reading to interact with others with a similar interest, helping those who are housebound to select and decide on the books they would like to read.

Ref. 66 General Adviser - Citizens Advice Bureau

Help the CAB to make sure 'every citizen understands their rights, regardless of age, colour, sex, religion, nationality or ability to pay'. You will be part of a team of volunteers and as a 'novice' adviser you will receive assistance and support while you consolidate your training. A general adviser uses the GS2 CAB information system and other available books, to advise clients on whatever topic they need information on.

Ref.1705 Historic Interpreter/Tour Guide - The National Trust

We are looking for enthusuastic volunteers to help our visitors understand Culloden's role in Scotland's history and national identity. You will be joining an exciting and dynamic team at our Visitor Centre. The learning team is expanding its programming and you will be a vital part of that process. This is the perfect opportunity to be part of an award winning learning team.

IT

Ref.1138 Learning Support/Study Buddy - Lead Scotland

Would you like to help someone with a disability learn to use a computer? Disabled people who can't get to a learning centre or college need you. Only basic user knowledge required. Full training and ongoing support given to enable you to develop your skills in working with disabled people and in the vocational area of adult education. This is a superb opportunity to gain skills and a taste of work in this field.

Ref. 1745 IT Trouble-shooter - Lead Scotland

This opportunity is aimed at adults and young people with disabilities and/or other health issues who have a good knowledge of and an interest in, computers. As an IT trouble-shooter you will be expected to go into client's homes and help them with their computer usage.

PUBLIC SPEAKING

Ref.939 Career Speaker - Growing Ambitions Many young people have no idea about the range of career opportunities open to them today. Volunteer needed to give a 30 minute face-to-face talk and help to give them real career ideas.

Ref.961 Consumer Network Volunteer - Scottish Consumer Council

We ask volunteers to tell us about any issue that affects them or their local community. They take part in small research projects 2-3 times a year eg. investigating local services or facilities or simply completing a questionnaire and giving us their own views and experiences on a particular topic.

Ref. 958 Volunteer Registered Speaker - Hearing Dogs for Deaf People

Hearing dogs for deaf people has a dedicated network of volunteers throughout the UK who work to promote awareness of the Charity and to raise funds for the training of dogs. Registered Speakers are our regional ambassadors.

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 eg. business groups, church groups or children's groups. The purpose of this role is to increase the profile of RNIB within local communities or children's groups.

Ref. 1731 Peer Speaker Buddy - Highland Community Care Forum

This is a role designed for volunteers who either do not want to undertake public speaking at all or maybe do this eventually. You will provide support to the speaker by: handing out leaflets, demonstrating gadgets, talking on a one-to-one basis with the audience and helping people complete evaluation forms and manning Stay Safe stalls at a variety of events in conjunction with other volunteers/co-ordinator.

Ref. 1044 Volunteer Speaker - The Leprosy Mission Scotland

Leprosy still exists. Volunteer speakers are of huge importance to the Leprosy Mission Scotland, speaking at schools, youth groups, Rotary, churches or retirement groups. They help raise awareness of the reality of leprosy, a very important task. You would be central to increasing our supporter base and raising funds. Make a difference globally and meet new people in your local area.

Ref. 1172 School Speaker - British Red Cross

Do you want to help young people better understand the humanitarian impact of crises and their role as global citizens? Volunteer speakers are invited into local schools to deliver interactive workshops on eg. refugees, asylum seekers, HIV awareness, the work of the Red Cross. You will need to be confident working with children and young people, ensuring that appropriate facts and ideas are explored and discussions encouraged. You can also get involved in the development of resources and to influence the educational programme as it evolves.

Ref.1319 Schools and Youth Volunteer - British Heart Foundation

Help raise the profile of the British Heart Foundation and awareness of heart disease within schools, colleges and/or nurseries by giving short presentations about the work of the charity and the importance of healthy lifestyles.

Ref. 717 Peer Speaker - Help the Aged
Help the Aged have started a Peer Speaking Project and are aiming to recruit older volunteers locally and offer training and support. Volunteers will then go on to give talks to local groups. Volunteers will be part of a training programme which includes the Local Development Officer giving information on Help the Aged and our work locally. The training will also include relevant professionals e.g. for the Bogus Callers topics, local Trading Standards and Police will be involved.

Ref.1421 Speaking Out Speaker - Save the Children

We are looking for enthusiastic people willing to help us make an impact on the lives of the children around the world by volunteering as speaker, delivering engaging talks on Save the Children within your community.

Opportunities in Fundraising, Events Organising and Publicity

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

Ref.1686 Cake Break Organiser - MS Society Scotland

Do you want to be part of a growing UK fundraising event and gain experience of event promotion while making a difference to those living with MS? Last year Cake Break raised £250,000 for the MS Society making it the biggest and best Cake Break ever. This year we are hoping to make it even bigger by breaking the £300.999 mark.

Ref 1472 Fundraiser - Volunteering Highland

Fundraiser required to assist at events or arranging own, to help with information stands at local events, to distribute posters to raise aware-ness of Volunteering Highland, to recruit community fundraisers etc

Ref.1554 Store Collection Co-Ordinator - Action for Children

Raise both funds and awarness of Action for Children through the planning and organising of store collections in your local area.The knowledge that you have made a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. Opportunities to meet people.

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. 1399 Community Fundraiser - 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, create and organise your own event or co-ordinate community fundraising, you can get involved with Leukaemia CARE activities to suit you.

Ref. 1425 Community Fundraiser - Save the Children

Local Groups are an effective way for volunteers to lend their support for our work. They provide continuity and stability to our work by raising vital funds and awareness. Supporter groups are a key part of Save the Children. You'll only need to give a couple of hours a week; you can fit your role around your interests and skills; most meetings happen in the evening, so they won't clash with your job or daytime activities.

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

Ref.749 Fundraising Organisers - Samaritans

We need people to organise fundraising for Samaritans. At the present we do not have a fundraising commitee and would benefit from a group of people who could fundraise probably on an irregular basis.

Ref.183 Volunteer Activities Helper - The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Help provide funds to support the services provided in the Inverness area eg. 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
Volunteers can become involved in a diverse range of opportunities including events organising, schools fundraiser, collection can co-ordinating, admin tasks or baking a cake for a fundraising event.

Ref. 864 Events Assistant - MND Scotland

Do you want to get that 'feel good factor' helping out a charity? Do you have friends/family that might want to join you in one of our existing fundraising events?

Ref.1345 Events Helper - Birchwood Highland

Birchwood Highland holds many fundraising and awareness raising events throughout the year and requires personable people to help in all sorts of ways. You might be setting up stands at outdoor events, greeting the public, inviting people to take away infomation about us, handing out leaflets, and generally being a pair of hands.

Ref. 487 Event Organisers - Cancer Research UK
Your role will include: promoting Cancer Research UK events by distributing posters and leaflets; supporting the Events Organiser in planning events including risk assessments; researching and accessing our 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. 1561 Festivals Fundraising Co-Ordinator - Action for Children

You would look to contact local festivals in Scotland to see if they have charity stands or support a specific charity to raise awareness money in aid of Action for Children.

Ref.1451 Events Assistant - Scottish Huntington's Association

We have a number of fundraising one-off events arranged throughout the year in different areas. This is an ideal opportunity for the individual to use their skills to support us raise money for a good cause. We always need support with all aspects of organising an event which can be great fun. You will learn so much from being involved with the various roles within the organisation.

Ref.1562 Counter Collection Box Co-Ordinator - Action for Children

The role involves raising both funds and awareness of Action for Children through the placement and management of existing and new Counter Collection boxes in your community. By raising invaluable funds and awareness, you will help us to deliver to the children and young people who need it the most.

Ref.1208 10 Minute Teabreak Host - Quarriers Fundraising Department

Volunteer required to raise funds for Quarriers by hosting a 10 Minute Teabreak. The Teabreak can take place at a time and location of the volunteer's choosing.

Ref.1209 10 Minute Teabreak Promoter - Quarriers Fundraising Department

Volunteer required to promote the 10 Minute Teabreak for Quarriers as widely as possible and to encourage individuals, groups and organisations local to them to host their own 10 Minute Teabreak.

Ref.1215 Fundraising Events Marshall - Quarriers Fundraising Department

This is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role as part of our team of volunteers in a friendly and exciting atmosphere at events outwith the office, helping at events such as abseils and driving challenges. The role includes assisting participants and making them feel welcome; assisting in preparation of necessary equipment and supporting participants throughout the fundraising challenge.

Ref.1560 Golf Fundraising Volunteer - Action for Children

Action for Children is looking for a golf enthusiast to contact local golf clubs to find out when they choose their captains and how to support charities to raise awareness and money in aid of Action for Children.

Ref.1320 Heart Helper - British Heart Foundation

A Heart Helper can be a local contact for BHF Scotland eg. picking up donations, helping promote the charity by giving out information we provide; collecting donations at supermarket/on the street;
volunteering at local fundraising events; helping with paperwork or research; getting involved in fundraising for National Heart Month in February; joining a local fundraising group or branch.

Ref.1557 University Fundraising Group Member - Action for Children

As a university fundraising group member you will be tasked with organising branded fundraising events both on and off campus also having fun! You can form your own fundraising group too! By raising invaluable funds and awareness you will help us to deliver to the children and young people who need it the most.

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.1397 Campaign Champions - RSPB Scotland

Ref. 466 Fundraiser - Make-a-Wish Foundation UK

Fundraisers organise local events in their area eg. band night, Ceilidh, holding a stand at a local run or fete.

Ref: 481 & 749 Fundraising/Publicity - Samaritans of Inverness
Publicity is through articles for the media, talks to local groups etc. Fundraising is done through local events of collections, local fairs etc.

Ref.749 Leaflet Distributor/ Collection Box Co-Ordinator - Samaritans

Individual needed to distribute leaflets to publicise the work of the charity and what we offer to callers. Also, to distribute and collect sealed cash collection boxes within the community. We need a focused, organised individual, able to work on their own initiative. They should show empathy and be non-judgemental when representing the charity.

Ref.959 Volunteer Information Assistant - Guide Dogs for the Blind

To support the Information Officer in promoting the guide dog service for blind and partially sighted people and to ultimately increase the number of new enquiries from people who can potentially benefit from guide dog ownership.

Ref.1558 School Speaker - Action for Children

Raise invaluable funds and awareness of Action for Children through planning and organising talks in schools. Raising awareness and getting people involved you will help us to deliver to the children and young people who need it the most.

Ref. 486 Can Collector - Cancer Research UK
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. 566 Fundraising - The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Public generosity is crucial to sustain our Guide Dog services. We need people who are reliable, honest, enthusiastic and dedicated, enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and have the 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.732 Volunteer Collecting Can Manager - Quarriers

The volunteer can live anywhere in Scotland. To develop Quarriers collecting can network and income in their area, through the placement and management of a number of cans local to them.

Ref. 742 Lead Volunteer - British Heart Foundation
Volunteering is central to our fundraising activity. You will engage with people in your local area and encourage them to get involved. Your enthusiasm in representing BHF Scotland and its vital work will help ensure that the volunteers you co-ordinate will be focused in their fundraising activity.

Ref.1426 Collection Can Co-ordinator - Save the Children

We need pro-active volunteers to find new places to put our collecting tins - shops, bars, gyms - anywhere you can think of. After getting permission from owners/managers, you will then need to co-ordinate dropping off and picking up of collecting tins. This role is flexible - we ask you to commit a minimum of 2 hours per week.

Ref.1555 Raffle & Auction Prize Co-Ordinator - Action for Children

You would look to contact local businesses and supermarkets to see if they would be willing to donate prizes that we can raffle and auction to raise money in aid of Action for Children.

Ref. 1449 Fundraising Helper - Scottish Huntington's Association

Help us place collection cans in local shops, garages, pubs and post offices and watch the pounds pour in.

Ref. 1673 Fundraiser - Pet Fostering Service Scotland

We are desperately seeking fundraisers to get involved with PFSS events, hold their own events, talk to local community groups about the work of PFSS or fundraise in some other way such as public collecting or distributing PFSS collecting cans.

Ref. 859 Group Volunteering - MND Scotland

Don't have time for regular volunteering but want to get involved in an occasional activity with friends and family? We have opportunities for groups to work together at either fundraising events or awareness raising sessions.

Ref.1418 Supporter Group Member - Save the Children

Local Groups are an effective way for volunteers to lend their support for our work. They provide continuity and stability to our volunteering network. Groups contribute to our work by raising vital funds and awareness.

Ref. 863 Fun'draiser - MND Scotland

Do you want to get that 'feel good factor' helping out a charity? Do you have friends/family that might want to join you in one of our existing fundraising events. Do you want to organise your own event?

Ref. 968 Charitable Collector - Leukaemia Care

To carry out voluntary charitable collections at various locations throughout the year.

Ref. 1004 Cheque Collector - MND Scotland
Do you enjoy meeting new people and travelling within your locality? If so, we need you to be a representative for MND Scotland and collect cheques and say a few words of thanks on our behalf.

Ref. 1042 Volunteer Fundraiser - Children 1st

Children 1st supports families under stress, protects children from harm and neglect, helps them recover from abuse and promotes children's rights and interests. Keeping children safe is everyone's responsibility. Join us in helping children and young people who need us.

Ref. 1135 Love Nature Collection Volunteers - RSPB

Love Nature Collection Weeks are the RSPB's exciting new fundraising activity. We have booked sites across Scotland during 2 weeks in May-June and are looking for volunteers to collect in their local area. Please get in touch to find out where your nearest collection is! You will be making a vital contribution to the RSPB's nature and conservation work. We really can't do without you!

Ref. 1137 Pin Badge Box Minders - RSPB

Could you spare 10-15 minutes every month to help raise funds for nature? We are looking for friendly and personable people to place and look after Pin Badge Boxes in their area.

Ref.1187 Fundraiser - MND Scotland

Do you want to get that 'feel good factor' helping a charity? Do you want to organises your own fundraising event or take part in an existing event or challenge?

Ref. 1252 Fundraising Officer - Relationship Counselling Officer

We hope to recruit a Fundraising officer who is experienced in grant applications and other forms of fundraising. Due to recession, we have experienced a 40% increase in clients and Social Work funding has been withdrawn due to their shortfall. It is hoped this opportunity would lead to a paid position.

Ref.1328 Fundraising Branch Chair - British Heart Foundation

This role is vital to ensure the smooth running and effective operation of a BHF Scotland fundraising branch. Responsibilities include = chairing meetings of the branch; co-ordinating the branch committee, building strong relationships with Treasures and Secretary; acting as a key local face of the charity, representing your branch and BHF Scotland at events and functions; motivate, encourage and unite the branch to participate in campaigns and raise funds for BHF; ensure branch activities comply with relevant law and BHF Scotland policy.

Ref. 1329 Fundraising Branch Secretary - British Heart Foundation

This role is vital to ensure the smooth running and effective operation of a BHF Scotland fundraising branch. Responsibilities include: Helping with the smooth running of branch activities; Notifying Branch members of meetings and events; Taking notes/minutes of Branch meetings, circulating them to members and local BHFScotland office; Being a point of contact for the branch; Replying to correspondence; Helping with other Branch Activities and fundraising events.

Ref.1289 Fundraiser - H.A.P.I.S.

To work with a small charity to raise core funding and seek means of sustainable funding. HAPIS are also seeking volunteers to help out at occasional events throughout the year.

Ref. 130 Event Organiser/Fund Raiser - Save the Children

Save the Children are looking for volunteers to arrange fund raising events ie sponsored walks, concerts etc.

PUBLICITY and MEDIA

Ref.1724 Sports Journalist - Youth Football Scotland

Youth Football Scotland is looking for people with a passion for football and writing or both to join our editorial team for 2011/12. The roles offer the opportunity to attend matches and write reports and/or conduct featured articles and interviews. It is an excellent opportunity for anyone who is keen to develop their skills, put their work in front of a large audience and play their part in raising the profile of the grass roots level of our nation's most played sport.

Ref. 741 Media Volunteer - 'See Me'
Individuals with first-hand experience of suicidal thoughts and feelings and attempted suicide publicly tell their stories to journalists and broadcasters to inform their coverage of mental health issues. Training given for being interviewed by the media and you can choose to remain anonymous. On-going support provided during and after all media work.

Ref.1574 Community Networking Volunteer - Oxfam Scotland

Oxfam Scotland's Campaigns Team works with a wide range of organisations and individuals to promote global justice. Volunteers play a key role in the team, helping deliver campaign activities on areas including economic justice and health an education. We are currently recruiting volunteers in key areas across Scotland to help ensure quality local networking and to increase the local presence of our campaigns.

Ref.862 Publicity Distributor - MND Scotland

Would you like to help us raise the profile of MND Scotland and the services provided to people with Motor Neurone Disease and their families? Can you help us distribute literature in various areas of your locality?

Ref.749 Leaflet Distributor/ Collection Box Co-Ordinator - Samaritans

Ref. 1559 Leaflet Squad - Action for Children

Action for Children helps the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK break through injustice, deprivation and inequality, so they can achieve their full potential. We need you to help spread the word about our fundraising events. Do you have good local knowledge about what shops, community notice boards and staffrooms take posters and leaflets? Then we need you to join our Leaflet squad!

Ref. 320 Volunteer - Results Grassroots Advocacy
Become an activist in a results action group and play a crucial role in your own community, influencing the media and your elected representatives on international development issues. Work with other like-minded people in a vibrant, effective network organising local events, taking action to bring about real change in the lives of some of the poorest people and know that you will have made a difference.

Ref. 485 Campaign Volunteer - Cancer Research UK

To support local fundraising staff in raising awareness and funds for Cancer Research UK's key awareness campaigns. You will help produce and send out campaign mailings; research; help promote campaigns within your local community and encourage local people and businesses to get involved; attending fundraising events answering enquiries about the campaign; assisting local staff to organise and launch event and subsequent promotional activities.

Ref. 959 Volunteer Information Assistant - Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

Ref. 493 Outreach Volunteer - RNID Scotland
This role involves talks educating a wide range of people on deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus. Tasks include becoming familiar with the range of RNID information and local services, answering questions from the audiences and distributing relevant information leaflets.

Ref.1223 Awareness Events Volunteer - Bowel Cancer

Calling all volunteers, we need your help! Bowel Cancer is looking for friendly individuals to assist with our awareness work. We are looking to train members of the public to take part in awareness events organised around Scotland.

Ref.1319 Schools and Youth Volunteer - British Heart Foundation

Ref.1320 Heart Helper - British Heart Foundation

A Heart Helper can be a local contact for BHF Scotland eg. picking up donations, helping to promote the charity by giving out information we provide; collecting donations at supermarket or on the street; volunteering at local fundraising events; helping with paperwork or research; getting involved in fundraising for National Heart Month in February; joining a local fundraising group or branch.

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.1688 Fashionistas (Retail Volunteers) - British Red Cross

As a Fashionista, you would be using your creativity with fashion to turn donated goods into resources that will support the Red Cross to deliver help to those in need all over the world. If you know your Vintage from your Retro (or want to learn) and are looking for a rewarding volunteering role with a variety of in-house training opportunities this is it!

Ref.78 Trolley Assistant - WRVS, Raigmore Hospital To assist with the provision of the trolley service to patients in wards. 'Getting out and about on the wards with a trolley full of goodies is really rewarding and you can bring a smile to patients' faces and share a little news at the same time.' Weekend shifts available.

Ref.99 Sales Assistant - WRVS, Raigmore Hospital Volunteers often provide a friendly smile to families in what can be an unfamiliar or stressful situation. Our shop offer you the opportunity to learn to use a cash register, count change, order stock and deal with customers. Joining our team at the shop is a great way to gain invaluable skills in a retail environment and can provide a stepping stone to employment. We have a great team so its sociable too.

Ref.1339 Shop Assistant - Health & Happiness in the Highlands This is a great opportunity for people who would like to gain experience in working in retail within the fashion industry. Training will be given in various aspects of shop work. This is also an opportunity to work with adults with autism or learning disabilities, helping people to feel included. This is a small, friendly, professional environment in which to nurture people's potentials.

Ref.1353 Garden Shop Assistant - Cantraybridge College

The volunteer will welcome customers into the shop - selling plants, eggs, seasonal vegetables, bird boxes, planters and instructor is on site for any enquiries about small animals. An interest or knowledge in horticulture and perhaps a retail background would be an advantage but not essential. The volunteer would have to enjoy the outdoors as the shop area is located within one of the College's horticulture departments operating from a summerhouse. The volunteer will come in contact with our staff and client group on a daily basis.

Ref. 223 General Shop Volunteer - Save the Children Energetic and enthusiastic people required to volunteer in our charity shop. You will help make it a friendly, welcoming and attractive place. The role will be varied, interesting and you'll work with a team of dedicated volunteers to help raise money to change the lives of children worldwide. Time commitment: flexible (min 3.5 hrs a week)

Ref.1431 Volunteer Shop Leader - Save the Children We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic and dedicated people to run our shop and manage volunteers. It's a challenging role but you'll be hugely rewarded through running a close and committed team of volunteers, meeting a huge range of people and using your skills to really make a difference to the lives of children. Time commitment: flexible (min 12 hours a week)

Ref. 59 Charity Shop Worker - British Heart Foundation
We are currently looking for till operators, shop floor assistants and back-shop workers. Full training is given to all volunteers on a one-to-one basis or in a group. These positions would suit people returning to work or people able to spare a few hours a week and anyone over 16 years of age (15 if Duke of Edinburgh award seekers).

Ref. 978 Sales Assistant - British Heart Foundation Furniture Shop
Volunteers will make new friends, learn new skills and have opportunities to develop within the British Heart Foundation. Supported in your training by the shop manager you will also receive 25% discount. Duties include meeting people and making them welcome, assisting customers with help/advice, answering the telephone, operating the till, helping keep shop floor tidy and making sure the shop is looking attractive.

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

Ref. 1599 Shop Assistant - Shelter

Duties may include serving customers, sorting stock, steam cleaning, sorting books, some pricing, working in the back shop.

Ref. 337 Store Person - New Start Highland

To provide assistance to previously homeless individuals by way of assisting in the sorting and organising of items.

Ref. 342 Starter Pack Worker - New Start Highland

To provide assistance to previously homeless individuals by way of assisting in the preparation, presentation and delivery of basic household items.

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.414 Retail Assistant - PDSA

Volunteers are required to assist in the day to day running of PDSA shops. The duties are varied but volunteers can get involved with customer service, till operation, stock procesing and merchandising.

Ref. 558 Shop Assistant - New Start Highland
Volunteers keep the shop clean and tidy and help 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.1288 Charity Shop Volunteer - Highland Community Care Forum

Help raise money for a Highland charity by becoming a volunteer at our new charity shop in Inverness. We need help with answering the telephone, help maintain the high standard of displays, operate till, process stock but above all make new friends and learn new skills. 4 hours per week required anytime between Mon to Sat.

Ref. 977 Function Testers - British Heart Foundation Furniture Shop

We are looking for volunteers to join our shop teams. You will make new friends, learn new skills, be supported in your training by the shop manager and will receive 25% discount. Function testers test electrical appliances to ensure they are in good working order.

Ref. 978 Sales Assistant - British Heart Foundation Furniture Shop

We are looking for volunteers to join our shop teams. You will make new friends, learn new skills, be supported in your training by the shop manager and receive 25% discount. You will greet people and make them welcome, assist customers who require help or advice, answer the telephone and operate the till, helping keep the shop floor tidy and help to display stock, making sure shop looks attractive.

Ref. 980 Warehouse - British Heart Foundation Furniture Shop

We are looking for volunteers to join our shop teams. You will make new friends, learn new skills, be supported in your training by the shop manager and will receive 25% discount. The warehouse team check the furniture and electrical items etc for quality before it goes on the shop floor, assist van crews to load and unload the goods and prepare, clean, ticket and price them.

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.1724 Sports Journalist - Youth Football Scotland

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. 406 After School Coach - Highland Council

Do you have an interest in sport, play or physical activity? Then an Active Schools - multi-sports club is for you! For just 2 hours a week, full training and support given, working with primary school aged children. Possibility of achieving your Level 1 Sports Leader Award.

Ref.1462 Coach - Highland Hockey Club

Hockey coach needed to help young people and adults to be able to compete in local and national leagues.

Ref. 453 Coaches - Inverness Blitz Academy
Inverness Blitz need:

Positional Coaches - for the Highland Wildcats junior kitted team;
Assistant Coaches and Positional Coaches for Highland Wildcats senior squad.
No experience required, just a willingness to learn and ability to get on with people.

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: providing music for Cheerleading Group, making general and safety announcements and also providing commentary on games.

Ref.775 Sports Volunteer - Merkinch Partnership

Opportunities to become involved in developing sporting activities and clubs in Merkinch. Whether you are qualified or not, we can use your help and in return you could develop new skills, earn qualifications, gain experience, build confidence, make new and interesting friends, improve your health and be part of a team.

Ref.1249 Adult Instructors - Inverness Sea Cadets

We require adult instructors preferably at least one male and one female to help on Tuesday, Thursday evenings and weekends. The sea cadets is a national youth training organisation. They do boatwork, sailing, drill and adventure outings and have lots of fun!

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.

Opportunities in Support, Mentoring, Counselling,

Helplines and Advocacy

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

SUPPORT

Ref.1732 Listening or Support Volunteer - Samaritans

Volunteers required to support people with emotional health issues by answering telephone, replying to email or face to face. Ability to learn and listen, NOT to give advice. A serious long term commitment - NOT to be viewed as a step to a counselling course.

Ref.1713 Support Workers - Cromarty ACE Enterprises

Support workers required to assist at community classes in Inverness and Ross-shire for people who have learning disabilities and/or mental health needs. Classes will be based around developing life skills: Cook and Eat; Arts/Crafts; Gardening Skills. Support workers help deliver classes and assist service users. Must have a great sense of humour and be able to think out of the box. Must be able to work independently and, most of all, be respectful and dignified. Start August 2011.

Ref. 76 Volunteer Visitors - Victim Support Highland
Volunteers contact people by phone, letter or by visiting them in their own homes or a mutually agreed place. You would provide 'an ear' for people to speak about their experience. Your role could also involve completing forms and writing letters on the person's behalf. You may also provide useful information and signposts to other organisations.

Ref.161 Group Facilitator and Support Volunteer - Eating Disorders Association

Are you interested in supporting people affected by Eating Disorders? Do you have experience of an eating disorder, are a carer, family member or friend of someone who has an eating disorder or other knowledge or experience in this area? Volunteers would run groups for people with eating disorders or a Carers' Support Group.

Ref. 1718 Co-ordinator - Visiting Service for the North of Scotland

The Co-ordinator will receive referrals from various sources requesting a visitor to visit, usually an older person, on a regular basis. The Co-ordinator will visit the client, assess their abilities and interests and then endeavour to identify an 'appropriate' visitor for the client. Confidentiality and descretion are vital. The volunteer also needs to have good person to person skills, be a good communicator and able to assess a person's ability to be a suitable visitor.

Ref. 1746 - Buddy Support Volunteer

HAPIS require a volunteer to assist and manage volunteers who support parents that are suffering from ante/post natal depression.

Ref.1723 MacMillan Suite Volunteer - NHS Highland

This is an important role in a busy hospital out-patient department. Volunteers welcome patients and their families and offer refreshments, hospitality and companionship, if appropriate, during what can be a stressful time.

Ref. 2793 Inverness ACE Committee Facilitator - ENABLE Scotland

On average, 12-14 members turn up at each meeting. Currently, the group is facilitated by one ENABLE Scotland representative - the group needs additional support to achieve its goals.

Ref.1702 Art Group Volunteer - Merkinch Community Centre

Help adults with learning disabilities express themselves through art by assisting the group leader set up, create projects, assist members and clear up afterwards.

Ref.362 Assist to Supporting Leader - L'Arche

Supporting and working alongside people with learning disabilities in one of our workshops, garden, woodcraft, candle making and in the retirement room.

Ref. 764 Supporting Volunteers - Key Housing

Key recognises the potential for ordinary members of the community to contribute to the lives of the people we support - developing common interests, enabling people to share hobbies and pastimes, having the chance to develop friendships, be around in the community more, increase self worth.

Ref.1341 Volunteer Buddy - Highland Homeless Trust

The Highland Homeless Trust is looking for volunteer's to buddy up with a variety of Service Users. It is preferred the person lives within the Highland area.

Ref.1591 Telecare Check Visits Volunteer - WRVS Telecare Inverness

Volunteers are desperately needed to visit the elderly in their homes who have the telecare system in place. Checks / visits will take place once monthly to ensure unit is operating correctly. Volunteers provide, help and a friendly face as well as ensuring the older person is safe and helping to maintain their independence, choice and clarity.

Ref.1570 Communication Partner - Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland

Communication Partners support our service users to undertake communication based activities and conversations within a group setting. The volunteer will be trained in the strategies and techniques of communication support in order to ensure that our service users are supported effectively by their communication partner and ensure inclusion, with the appropriate level of support for both group and one to one conversations.

Ref.1569 Outreach Volunteer Communication Partner - Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland

Volunteers support members with communication difficulties following a stroke within the community or in a hospital setting. The volunteer helps the member to reach their individual goal within their own community - attending social events, outings in the community or be supported within their own and at all times supporting them with their communication difficulties.

Ref.1633 - Lead Volunteer - Diabetes UK Scotland

To support the Project Co-ordinator, promote the project to people with diabetes and be the link to local health care professionals including awareness raising, local influencing and recruiting people with diabetes to participate in the project.

Ref.1696 Outreach Volunteer - Diabetes UK Scotland

Project volunteers help raise awareness of the Patient Held Summary and Diabetes UK at local events.

Ref.1669 Activity Work Volunteer - Highland Homeless Trust

Ref.1400 Support Group Volunteer - Leukaemia Care

To help facilitate and organise a local haematology support group and liaise with the CARE Team with regard to arrangements. To register attendance and report back to the CARE team with regard to next meeting dates, structure or activities required for that meeting. May be required to help provide emotional support to those attending the meeting who will have been affected by leukaemia, lymphoma and the allied blood disorders. (Meetings are mainly held in the evenings.

MENTORING

Ref. 418 Mentors/Group Leaders - Highland Council/Highland Award Project

Enhance your promotion and career prospects. Improve and build on relationships with young people. Share the satisfaction in a young person's achievements. Work in a team, sharing in common objectives and aims.

Ref. 1284 On Line Mentor - Edinburgh University Settlement

Can you give an hour or two of your time each week to help an adult who has moved to or is thinking of moving to Scotland, to feel more confident about living and working here?

Ref. 1744 Mentor - Lead Scotland

Can you use your skills and life experience to support and guide disabled adults and young people as they prepare to volunteer in the community?

Ref. 468 Mentor - Project Scotland

Mentors provide additional guidance and support for ProjectScotland volunteers to ensure a developing understanding of their responsibilities of how to resolve conflicts and how to identify/set/ achieve goals.

COUNSELLING

Ref.1732 Listening or Support Volunteer - Samaritans

ADVOCACY

Ref.1720 Advocate - Advocacy Highland

Advocacy Highland is about speaking up for and with people who are not being heard, helping them to express their own views. Do you have the ability to listen and communicate effectively? Are you able to empathise? Are you impartial and reliable? Some knowledge of Community Care would be helpful also.

Ref. 303 Advocacy Worker - Princess Royal Trust for Carers
No particular knowledge is required as full training will be provided. Some understanding of carers' needs is desirable but not essential, personal experience of caring would also be beneficial as would a knowledge of community care. More important, however, is the ability to empathise with carers.

Opportunities for Working with Children

and Young People

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

CHILDREN

Ref.1725 Easter Ross Trail Volunteer Field Teacher - RSPB

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.372 Play Care Assistant - Play Services

Volunteers help provide children 0-16 years of age with activities games, arts and crafts and generally play with the children within the ward and sometimes at outpatients clinics. They also give parents and carers a break from looking after their child.

Ref. 125 Crèche /Children's Group Worker - Action for Children
Chid-centred volunteer for supporting work with families by helping to run small groups/crèches for very young children 0-4yrs.

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

Ref. 1738 Youth Worker - Hilton Community Centre

Volunteer Youth Workers are needed to help on Monday evenings from 6pm-8.30pm. Acitivity sessions are run for primary school children. Initial and ongoing training provided.

YOUNG PEOPLE

Ref.392 Catering Assistants - Christian Camping International

A chance to combine your Christian faith with your interest in serving and catering. Join a small team for one week in the summer holidays and help young people experience a great activity holiday in Scotland.

Ref. 1738 Youth Worker - Hilton Community Centre

Volunteer Youth Workers are needed to help on Thursday evenings from 7pm-10pm. Acitivity sessions are run for primary school children. Initial and ongoing training provided.

Ref.406 After School Coach - Highland Council

Ref.1445 Group Leader/Helper - Woodcraft Folk Scotland

We help young people become confident and active, to build a world based on equality, peace, justice and co-operation. We run weekly group nights and outdoor activities. We need people to help start and run new groups. Training and mentoring provided.

Ref. 453 Coaches - Inverness Blitz

Positional Coaches - required for the Highland Wildcats junior squad;
Assistant Coaches; Positional Coaches - required for Highland Wildcats senior squad.
No experience required, just a willingness to learn and ability to get on with people.

Ref.1462 Coach - Highland Hockey Club

Hockey coach needed to help young people and adults to be able to compete in local and national leagues.

Ref.1532 Youth Leader - Dalneigh 7/12 Youth Club

To deliver youth work in a variety of informal settings, create opportunities which enable young people to take responsibilitiy, make decisions and explore the outcome of these decisions, create opportunities for young people to explore issues that are important to them and enable them to make informed choices about their actions and their lives.

Ref.1402 Volunteer Youth Worker - Highland Council

Become part of the development of the new Youth Cafe due to open in the Autumn in Culduthel. You will work directly with young people aged 12-18 years in an informal setting. As a volunteer you will gain experience working with young people and training. You will be required to work on a rotational basis for 3 hours on a Saturday evening between 6pm-9pm.

Ref. 305 Business Adviser/Coach - Young Enterprise Scotland

Young Enterprise Scotland Advisers are attached to a Young Enterprise company, to guide a group of young people (15-19 year olds) in the setting up and running of their own company over the course of an academic year. The Adviser's role is to bring practical business skills and experience to keep the company on track whilst allowing the young people the scope to shape their own business.

Ref. 884 Youth Worker - The Girls Brigade in Scotland

Working in your local area to deliver a programme of varied activites for girls from P1-S6. Develop your skills in leadership, relationship building and team work while having fun and making new friends.

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. 1316 Adult Volunteers - Boys Brigade

At Boys Brigade (BB), children and young people get involved in a huge range of exciting activities, international work, community action projects, camping and trying out new sports. As a volunteer you can take an active part or help organise activities with the children and young people and you will be helping to make a difference in their lives.

Ref. 386 Youth Worker / Support Worker - Raigmore

Community Centre
Vacancies exist for people to pass on skills to young people 11-16 on Tuesday nights 8.00-9.30pm – taking part in crafts, games, drama or providing a listening ear for young people.

Ref. 415 Gardener/Garden Group Co-ordinator - Highland Council

Run and organise the garden club at Dalneigh Primary school which has been very successful with Primary 7 students.

Ref. 437 Army Cadet Force - 1st Battalion The Highlanders
To allow cadets the opportunity to contribute within their local community and achieve an award for their voluntary endeavours.

Ref.412 Volunteer Youth Leader - Highland Council

Youth clubs run in a variety of settings around the Inverness area. Volunteers develop positive relationships with young people based on an understanding of the youth workers role. Volunteers attend supervision sessions with line manager (as apppropriate to hours of work) and attend training sessions and staff meetings as appropriate.

Ref. 440 Assistant Youth Leader - Kiltarlity Hall Association
An Assistant Youth Leader re required 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 and asylum seekers, diversity and inclusion, disaster response and 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.939 Career Speaker - Growing Ambitions Many young people have no idea about the range of career opportunities open to them today. Volunteer needed to give a 30 minute face-to-face talk and help to give them real career ideas.

Ref.1597 Member of Youth Highland Board of Directors

We are keen to have a diverse Board of Directors and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly young people between the ages of 16 and 25.

Ref. 483 Student or Graduate Volunteers - ASPIRENorth
Gain experience of working with young people; improve your communication and organisational skills; boost your self-confidence. Volunteers will be students, recent college or university graduates and will receive training and on-going support throughout the volunteer experience. Students act as positive role models to pupils and help to demystify misconceptions and raise awareness of Further and Higher Education.

Ref.1249 Adult Instructors - Inverness Sea Cadets

We require adult instructors, preferably at least one male and one female to help with the cadets on Tuesday, Thursday evenings and weekends. The sea cadets is a national youth training organisation. They do boatwork, sailing, drill and adventure outings... and have lots of fun!

Ref. 1054 Leader or Unit Helper - Girl Guiding Inverness

Working with a team of leaders in either Rainbow (5-7) years, Brownie (7-10) years or Guides (10-14) years Units is rewarding and satisfying. Use skills you already have and develop others that will be valuable in the workplace in your day-to-day life. Opportunities to run Senior Section or Ranger Units for young women aged between 14-18.

Working with the Environment, Wildlife and Animals

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

ENVIRONMENT

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. Every September, Beachwatch mobilises thousands of volunteers in a beach clean event Those organisers wanting to help throughout the year can adopt their local beach through the project and conduct seasonal surveys. Register with the Marine Conservation Society and help stem the tide of marine litter.

Ref. 1730 Zero Waste Volunteer - ROWAN

Rowan is a small charity based in the Highlands and our aim is to help people cut their waste. Our volunteer programme is part of a national scheme funded by Zero Waste Scotland. Become a Zero Waste Volunteer and make a difference for the environment, find out about waste issues, meet others keen on composting, gardening, growing their own food for cooking, learn new skills that might help you in future jobs and have a good time.

Ref. 383 Real Nappy Demonstrator - Highland Real Nappy Project
Volunteers are needed to promote the use of real nappies to parents and health professionals. Demonstration kits are provided and given full training on how to deliver a short presentation. Personal experience of real nappies is essential.

Ref.1397 Campaign Champion - RSPB

Worried about wildlife? Anxious about the environment? Want to make a difference? We are and We do! We need outgoing individuals to raise the profile and build support for our regional, national and international campaigns. Tasks would include visiting suitable locations to gather public support (eg signatures for pledge cards, petitions), raise awareness, and distribute campaign material in your local community.

Ref.1667 Inverness Conservation Volunteers - BTCV Scotland

BTCV Inverness Conservation Volunteers meet up for three full days of practical conservation tasks each week, ranging from invasive species to access control to boardwalk/bridge construction. Volunteers are welcome to join in for one or more days per week and will be picked up at Inverness Library at 9:30am and dropped off at 4:30pm. No previous experience necessary. We also welcome volunteers with some experience in practical conservation tasks. BTCV will provide refreshments but volunteers are asked to bring their own lunch. Volunteers need to wear suitable sturdy footwear. Waterproofs and wellies can be provided if requested in advance.

Ref.1592 Green Gym Volunteer - BTCV Scotland

Want to improve your health and well-being but not too keen on running machines or lycra? Then take a look at our award-winning alternative - you could be helping the environment as well as yourself. Activities include tree planting, woodland management, creating wildflower gardens, footpath maintenance and healthy walks with plenty of wildlife spotting. No experience required but volunteers need to wear suitable outdoor clothes and sturdy shoes. BTCV can supply waterproofs and wellie boots if requested in advance. Plenty of opportunities to socialise and enjoy cups of tea. Green Gym runs once weekly on a Wednesday in Inverness.

Ref. 659 Green Gym Volunteer Officer (VO) - BTCV
You should be able to commit to at least 6 months, 2 days a week (or more if you wish). Green Gym sessions run 2 days per week, 3 hours per session. Projects will have environmental and/or community benefits, as well as benefiting 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 gain valuable experience that could help secure you a paid position in the environment/voluntary sector in the future.

Ref.1729 Green Days Conservation Volunteer - Trees for Life

Our Green Days out gives volunteers the opportunity to try their hand at conservation work for a day at a time. Tasks include tree planting, working in our tree nursery, removing non native trees, and putting up small fences. All tools, training and transport are provided. No experience necessary! Green Days Out run most Wednesdays and on the last Sunday of the month. Booking is essential.

Ref. 575 Conservation Holidays Conservation Worker - Trees For Life

Trees for Life are working to restore 600 square miles of Caledonian Forest in the Highlands west of Inverness. The work-weeks provide 10 volunteers with the chance to do something positive to help the planet. For a week we live as a community, working together in the forest and sharing domestic tasks, such as cooking the evening meal. (There is a small charge to cover accommodation costs).

Ref.1109 Reserve Assitant -Scottish Wildlife Trust

Tuesdays & Thursdays. To assist with all aspects of reserve maintenance taks according to demand and seasonal projects. You will need to be fit, active and enjoy the ourdoors

WILDLIFE

Ref.1725 Easter Ross Trail Volunteer Field Teacher - RSPB

Ref.1336 Farmland Bird Surveyor - RSPB

Farmland bird surveys are offered to all farmers and crofters throughout the Highlands and Western Isles. When a farmer requests a survey we match them up with a local volunteer to carry out 3 or 4 farm surveys during April - July and recording all birds seen and heard on to the farm map. Volunteering for this project provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about farmland birds and allows us to give specific advice to individual farmers based on the species found.

Ref. 1638 Whale and Dolphin Observer - WDCS

Become part of a Scotland wide network of whale and dolphin observers! Gain experience of whale and dolphin monitoring surveys; collect and record sightings information and help to protect the animals along your coastline.

ANIMALS

Ref. 1672 Area Organiser - Pet Fostering Service Scotland

Make a real difference to local pet owners and promote positive animal welfare. Decide whether a pet is suitable for PFSS care and place the animal in a safe and trustworthy foster home. Build relationships with local volunteer foster carers and professionals, e.g. social workers. Monitor the progress of pets and volunteers. Work with The Blue Cross to help rehome pets who are not able to be returned to their owner.

Ref. 1750 Foster Carer (Pet) - Pet Fostering Service Scotland We are looking for foster carers to temporarily care for pets who have been seperated from their owners due to owner's ill health, temporary homelessness or domestic abuse. We aim to provide short term fostering until owner and pet can be reunited.

Ref. 1748 Rehoming Foster Carer (Pet) - Pet Fostering Service Scotland We are looking for foster carers to care for pets in their own home until a permanent home can be found.

Ref. 1749 Home Visitor - Pet Fostering Service Scotland We are looking for individuals who will carry out home visits on potential pet foster carers to help assess their suitablility. This role requires good interpersonal skills and be comfortable visiting potential foster carers in their own homes. Ideally volunteers will have some experience of pet ownership.

Ref. 57 Leader / Sidewalker / Fundraiser - Highland Group Riding for the Disabled Leaders, sidewalkers, general help required for riders attending the group for Riding Therapy. Rewarding work for those prepared to muck in/get their feet dirty, train and have fun!

Ref.83 Pet Volunteer - Pets as Therapy Volunteers are needed to visit hospitals, hospices, residential homes, nursing homes etc. with temperament tested cats and dogs to brighten up people's day. Would you and your pet enjoy visiting people who need a bit of cheering up? (Membership fee of £19 applies)

Ref. 147 Therapet Visitor - Canine Concern Scotland Trust Therapet Registered Therapets and their volunteer owners visit residential homes, nursing homes, hospitals and hospices throughout Scotland. Visiting is on a regular basis and the Therapet scheme provides contact with pets for many people who would otherwise be deprived of the companionship of a pet.

Ref. 1488 Puppy Walking -The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Puppy walkers give their pups a firm foundation for later training for over a year and get it used to the hustle and bustle of everyday life before it can live with a blind or visually impaired person. Association guidelines and criteria must be met.

Miscellaneous

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

Ref. 312 Artist - Merkinch Community Centre Artist to run an art group, provide interest and entertainment for a pensioners friendship group.

Ref. 1743 Disability Rights Campaigner - Lead Scotland

This opportunity is aimed at adults and young people with disabilities and/or other health issues who have an interest in disability rights and equality. As a campaigner you will join and work with others to highlight issues that affect the community.

Ref. 296 Special Constable - Northern Constabulary

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.1639 Centre Assistants - Dunbar Centre Pop In

Ref.392 Catering Assistants - Christian Camping International

Ref.1603 Cafe Waiter or Waitress - The Joy of Taste

Have you a nice nature and good people skills? Day time quality cafe waiter or waitress required - serving crepes, baguettes, patisseries etc.

Ref. 852 Tea Bar Assistant - Leonard Cheshire

To assist in the tea bar at Cheshire House on a Monday and Friday 10.00 until 2.30pm serving meals (already prepared) and hot/cold drinks. Each morning, the service users choose what they would like for lunch. Tea bar assistant makes the sandwiches and/or snacks whilst also keeping a clean and tidy kitchen area. Hot/cold drinks will be prepared throughout the day.

Ref. 353 Kitchen Assistant - Highland Hospice
Required to help in the kitchen - stacking and unloading the dishwasher and general tidying. Also, preparing a trolley to be taken into the in-patient unit for serving teas/coffees to patients and their visitors.

Ref.1571 Cook/Baker - Dunbar Centre Pop-In

From January 2011 a quality cook/baker will be required at the newly established Dunbar Centre Pop-in, Church Street. Experience essential. Must be good with people.

Ref. 1572 Waitress - Dunbar Centre Pop-In

The newly opened Pop-in will be receiving patrons most of whom will be elderly.The volunteer will require to engage with the older people, make them feel welcome and ascertain their requirements. Good personality and ability to engage with older people is essential.

Ref.1573 Kitchen Assistant - Dunbar Centre Pop-In

To assist in the Kitchen by clearing dishes, placing them in the dishwasher, emptying the dishwasher. Dishing meals for customers. Maintaining a clean kitchen.

Ref.69 Lunch Club Assistant - Merkinch Community Centre

Do you enjoy chatting and helping elderly people have a good time? Would you like to assist our Lunch Club members with travelling in our minibus to the Merkinch Centre and then help out handing out meals and chatting with our members over lunchtime?

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. 325 Laundry Assistant - Highland Hospice The Hospice has a dedicated laundry room with two industrial washing machines and two tumble driers.

Ref. 354 Day Hospice Helper - Highland Hospice

The Day Hospice begins at 9.30 for volunteers. You will be responsible for setting tables for lunch, making arrangements for and serving morning coffee and lunches to patients. Volunteers have a brief meeting with staff at the Day Hospice to update them on the patients coming in and any necessary arrangements to be made.

Ref. 733 Production Assistants - Merkinch Development Ventures
At Ness Soaps, we produce quality handmade soaps and provide work placements for adults with learning disabilities or long term unemployed people from the Merkinch community. Trainees come along to learn, develop their skills, work as part of a team and contribute to the community.

Ref.337 Store Person/Sorter - New Start Highland

To provide assistance to previously homeless individuals by way of assisting in the sorting and organising of items.

Ref. 772 Volunteer Patient - Volunteer Patient Programme

Persons over 18 years willing to role play certain scenario situations specific to medical student education (i.e. patient in a GP surgery) or they may be willing to be examined by medical students in preparation for medical exams. These are all non-invasive procedures and after an interview, training will be given to those interested to see if they want to be involved in this programme.

Ref. 1736 - Various - Highland Homeless Trust

Volunteers are needed to work on a 1 to 1 basis or in a small team. Do you have such skills as computing, playing an instrument, cutting hair etc? It is not necessary to be highly skilled but be able to do something with service users.

Ref. 1737 - Volunteer - Friends of the Earth Scotland

Volunteers are required to help local offices and shops complete a short survey and offer free energy advice and a loan of energy monitors.

Ref. 1754 Online Book Group Administrator - Connecting Carers Volunteers are needed to administrate and take part in Connectimg Carers members only online book club discussion forum.

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