Volunteering Opportunities

The Treasurer is a Trustee position and oversees monitoring the organisation’s finances on behalf of the Board of Trustees and wider management teams. The Treasurer ensures that all income is recorded and funds are spent correctly and properly documented. The Treasurer also takes on the day-to-day financial duties such as bookkeeping (handling and recording transactions, managing the bank account, preparing reconciliations), forecasting and preparing accounts. A basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping is essential - as is an eye for detail. Currently, the accounts are managed in Excel and shared on Teams with the Trustees –experience of both is desired. Anyone interested in this position within the charity or would like to know more, please contact Graham Allan at chairman@haibloodbikes.co.uk to arrange an informal chat.

Volunteers in Samaritans offer their time to help deliver a free, 24-hour emotional support service to callers in many ways - answering telephones, emails, fundraising, publicity, admin Listening volunteers answer calls and messages from people who really need someone to talk to and we are recruiting for the Samaritans Branch in Inverness. You don’t need to have been through a particular life experience or be from a certain walk of life. Anyone who wants to help others, is tolerant and open-minded is welcome to apply. You’ll receive full training to prepare you and knowing you’re helping people who are in despair is really satisfying. Generally we hope volunteers can do one shift (3-4 hours) each week (holiday breaks are allowed of course!) and where possible a night shift 2-3 times a year. We offer flexible volunteering and make every effort to accommodate volunteers with particular needs. Please give Alison a call if you want more information 07443456638

Working with vulnerable children and adults. Assist with horse/pony care. Assist with sessions -leading pony/side walking to support participants. Assist with site maintenance. Knowledge/familiarity with horses is not essential as training is given. Applicants will need to provide 2 references that are not family members and will be subject to PVG clearance by Volunteer Scotland. More information can be found on our website - www.highlandgrouprda.org.uk

Overview: We are seeking dedicated and compassionate volunteers to join Alzheimer Scotland's team as Meet & Greet Support volunteers at our centre in Inverness. As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in providing a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and families affected by dementia. Your support will help create a positive and inclusive atmosphere at our centres, allowing visitors to feel comfortable and valued during their time with us. Role Description: As a Meet & Greet Support Volunteer, you will be the friendly face that greets visitors as they arrive at our centre. Your primary responsibility will be to offer a warm welcome and assist in directing them to the appropriate services or activities within the centre. You will also provide a listening ear and be available to offer general information about Alzheimer Scotland's programs and services. Please see Full Role Description below in Supporting Information. On reading and if interested, informal enquiries to the Volunteering Team https://www.alzscot.org/contact-us-about-volunteering or NSemple@alzscot.org 01463 711707

What we do L’Arche Highland is a community for people with and without learning disabilities. We work to support individuals to achieve their fullest potential in a vibrant, caring environment based on principles of mutual relationship, shared life, and spirituality. Members with learning disabilities are known as ‘core members’ because they are at the heart of everything we do. Our community is made up for four residential houses in Inverness, four busy and fun-filled workshops (gardening, woodwork, candle-making and life skills), and our beautiful grounds and gardens. Core members are supported to achieve greater independence while also taking part in a thriving community life, whether through regular gatherings, celebrations, or participation in the wider community. What we’re looking for We are looking for volunteers from all walks of life to fulfil a variety of roles within our residential houses and workshops. You don’t need any special skills, or experience of working with learning disabilities – just to be caring, good at building relationships and willing to learn. Your role could involve: •Befriending individuals •Driving •Helping out with community events and gatherings •Gardening •Creative work such as art, music, or drama •Assisting in our woodwork, candles or life skills workshops •…and much more. As a volunteer with L’Arche, you will be celebrated as someone with a vital contribution to our community life. We will support you to find a role that suits your unique talents, skills and interests. We will work to maximise opportunities for you to develop lasting and meaningful connections within our community, whether with core members, fellow volunteers, or assistants. For further details about what we have on offer, or to apply, please contact Haroun Hameed, Volunteer Coordinator, at haroun.hameed@larche.org.uk. We really appreciate your interest.

MCR Pathways is a one to one mentoring programme that takes place in secondary schools across Scotland, including 7 within Highland. We are seeking volunteer mentors from all walks of life, to provide relationship-based mentoring, for just one hour per week, in school during school term time. Our vision is that all young people who are care experienced, or experiencing vulnerability, have equality of educational outcomes, career choices and life chances with their peers. MCR Pathways carefully matches young people with their mentor, based on shared interests, career aspirations and personality. The one hour per week could involve anything from having a chat, playing a board game, going for a walk in the school grounds, or helping with homework; but the main thing is to be there as a supporting adult in the young person's life. The results for our young people are exceptional and we know that mentors also get so much from the experience. Currently, the seven schools in Highland where we are seeking mentors are Wick Academy, Lochaber High School, Invergordon Academy, Alness Academy, Dingwall Academy, Inverness High School and Inverness Royal Academy. Please book your initial information session to find out more using this link: https://my.mcrpathways.org/book/s/information-session

Are you passionate about meeting new people and intrigued by local history? If so, we invite you to join our team of volunteers at Invergordon Museum. Role Description: •Welcoming Visitors: As a volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in welcoming visitors to the museum. Your friendly demeanour will help orientate them, ensuring they make the most of their visit. •Learning and Sharing: We encourage you to explore the museum’s collections and familiarise yourself with the displays. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and learn from the volunteers on duty. •Rich History: Invergordon, a small Highland town, boasts a fascinating past. Our museum showcases artifacts from HMS Natal, Invergordon Castle, Naval Mutiny, and the old County Hospital. Additionally, we delve into the stories and displays from WW1 and WW2, as well as the more recent history of the Oil industry and its impact on the area. What We’re Looking For: •Enthusiasm: Bring your passion and energy to engage with our visitors. •Curiosity: A willingness to learn about the museum’s collections and share that knowledge with others. •Flexibility: Volunteer hours are flexible and can be discussed to accommodate your schedule. Training and Support: •We provide in-house training to equip you for this rewarding role. Contact Information: •If you are interested please Email: mike.sheraton@btinternet.com or Telephone: 07969 955968

Do you want to take part in vegan volunteering around the Highlands? We have an ever-growing Community Network of vegans just like you, who have a passion to volunteer and promote veganism. Every month, our Network choose from a range of outreach tasks. These could include town centre stalls, writing to a councillor or MSP, sharing our campaigns on social media or contacting local businesses. You're in control of how much or how little you do. Every month, you will be sent a collection of tasks to choose from. We create these from our programme of campaigns. You would be the point of contact for Advocates in your area, sharing these tasks and coordinating activities, such as stalls and lobbying councillors. We will provide you with a campaign toolkit and be in regular contact with you to ensure you have everything you need. You will also be invited to our private Facebook group and WhatsApp chat. We would expect you to provide any updates from your group and give feedback on each task. It's vital that we measure the impact that we are having, in terms of positive conversations and leaflets handed out. You can also give us ideas you have for future outreach tasks or campaigning. Many Organisers find a huge sense of satisfaction, improvement in self-esteem and enjoy the social side of volunteering in this role. You will also be responsible for welcoming new Advocates in your area. We will let you know when somebody new applies, and you will help them to get involved with any activities. As the main contact for Advocates, this role does require some awareness of safeguarding and data protection procedures and policy. You'll also be the health and safety contact for your group. There will be full training on your role in this, as well as a handbook and ongoing guidance and support. As an Organiser, you will ensure any resources or actions undertaken are in line with our branding and messaging guidelines and make sure that Advocates understand this too.

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Fundraising & Events Coordinator Café 1668, a vibrant and welcoming not-for-profit café located in Inverness, invites you to take on an exciting and rewarding role as our Fundraising & Events Coordinator. As we continue to grow and evolve, your contribution will be instrumental in supporting our mission. About Café 1668: •We believe in reducing waste and supporting our community. •Our café serves paying customers and provides free meals to those in need. •Located in Church Street, Inverness, we’re a warm, inclusive and welcoming space. Role Overview: As the Fundraising & Events Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in our social enterprise. Your responsibilities will include: •Building Relationships: Develop and nurture existing supporter relationships while actively seeking new opportunities for community and corporate fundraising. •Local Impact: Coordinate projects within our local area, ensuring our initiatives align with our mission. •Fundraising Processes: Contribute to the development of efficient fundraising processes. •Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance as needed. What You Will Gain: Volunteering with Café 1668 isn’t just about giving back; It’s an opportunity for personal growth and skills development: •Communication Skills: Engage with diverse individuals, from donors to community members. •Coordination Abilities: Manage events, campaigns, and projects. •Community Engagement: Be part of a growing social enterprise that values connections. •CV Boost: Listing your role as a Volunteer Fundraising & Events Coordinator demonstrates your commitment, adaptability, and passion for positive change. Join us in making a difference while enhancing your own skills.

Join Our Café 1668 Volunteer Team Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Café 1668, a warm and welcoming not-for-profit café located in Inverness, is seeking dedicated volunteers like you to help us create a supportive environment for all. Why Volunteer with Café 1668? •Purposeful Work: By volunteering, you’ll contribute to our mission of providing both paying customers and those in need with nourishing meals. •Community Connection: Our café is a hub where people come together. Be part of a team that fosters connections and supports one another. •Career Development: Whether you’re interested in hospitality or simply love sustainable food, Café 1668 offers a great learning environment. •Reducing Food Waste: Join us in our commitment to minimising food waste and promoting sustainability. •Building Confidence: Volunteering at Café 1668 is an opportunity to grow personally and professionally. Volunteer Roles: •Barista: Brew delicious coffees and create memorable experiences for our guests. •Professional Cookery: Assist in preparing freshly made meals, including vegetarian and vegan options. •Customer Service: Interact with all customers, ensuring they feel welcome and valued. •Till Handling: Help manage transactions and keep things running smoothly. Qualities We Value: •Motivation and Reliability: Show up consistently and bring your enthusiasm. •Empathy and Understanding: Treat everyone with kindness and respect. •Passion for Good Food and Coffee: Share our commitment to quality. •Desire to Learn: Be curious and embrace the learning opportunities within our social enterprise. Join our team at Café 1668 and be part of something meaningful. For further details please email: val@highlandtsi.org.uk / margaret@highlandtsi.org.uk or Tel: 01463 224454

The Highland Weigh The Highland Weigh, established in January 2022, is a zero-waste store and vegetarian café located on Nairn High Street. The purpose of this eco-friendly, social enterprise is to offer Highlanders the opportunity to reduce their carbon footprint by reducing plastic usage and food waste, as well as supporting local businesses. With its mission to promote sustainability, The Highland Weigh not only provides a wide range of zero-waste products, but also serves as a community hub for like-minded individuals who are passionate about environmental conservation. The addition of a vegetarian café further enhances the experience, allowing visitors to enjoy delicious plant-based meals while contributing to a more sustainable future. The Opportunity – Volunteer Book-keeper We are looking for someone to help our thriving Social Enterprise in Nairn. We need someone to support us in a Book-keeping capacity to support the interface between the staff team and the accountants who complete our annual accounts. Someone with a bit of background in accounting who would like to keep a hand in; someone who likes a nice coffee and a chat in a friendly place. We believe that this role will help keep our annual accountancy fees affordable and help to build the skills of the staff team in terms of managing our accounts system in an efficient and appropriate manner. To that end we are looking for someone to be a mentor for our young office manager as they learn this side of the business. Skills required: •Knowledge of how to navigate accounts systems - we use Xero. •Review Nominal Ledger Postings •Reconcile Control Account balances - e.g. Payroll, VAT etc. •Prepare and enter manual journals as required - e.g. calculate and post depreciation. •Produce Monthly / quarterly management accounts - these are produced from our accounting package, XERO. •Produce Year End accounts for consideration by our accountants who would then submit to Companies House. Please let us know. If you are interested in this position, please request an application form by sending an email to Contactus@highlandweigh.co.uk

Overview: We are seeking dedicated and compassionate volunteers to join Alzheimer Scotland's team as Meet & Greet Support volunteers at our centre in Inverness. As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in providing a warm and welcoming environment for individuals and families affected by dementia. Your support will help create a positive and inclusive atmosphere at our centres, allowing visitors to feel comfortable and valued during their time with us. Role Description: As a Meet & Greet Support Volunteer, you will be the friendly face that greets visitors as they arrive at our centre. Your primary responsibility will be to offer a warm welcome and assist in directing them to the appropriate services or activities within the centre. You will also provide a listening ear and be available to offer general information about Alzheimer Scotland's programs and services. Please see Full Role Description below in Supporting Information. On reading and if interested, informal enquiries to the Volunteering Team https://www.alzscot.org/contact-us-about-volunteering or NSemple@alzscot.org 01463 711707

We particularly need volunteers who are keen to work with the participants and ponies, the work involves things like grooming and tacking up the ponies, leading the ponies and/or walking beside the ponies to support the riders. Our sessions are held weekdays, generally in the morning but with more volunteers we could expand the number of participants we can help. If you can commit to helping regularly it would be great but everyone understands that’s not always possible and life can get in the way so any time would be great. You don’t have to know anything about horses, or even like being around animals there are plenty of other opportunities to get involved such as fundraising, publicity, general maintenance and poo picking the fields. We have Public Liability insurance and Trustee Indemnity for all volunteers. Volunteers aged between 12 and 90 also have Personal Accident insurance (with some restrictions for those aged between 80 and 90). All volunteers at Highland Group RDA will need to provide the names and contact details of 2 referees who are not a relative or partner and who have known them for more than 1 year. Volunteers of 16 years of age and over who are actively involved with our sessions are required to undergo an enhanced disclosure check because they are volunteering with vulnerable adults and children.

Planning and arranging external fundraising events
Setting up and running the events. Looking for new avenues for Fundraising events Responsible for takings and banking from Fundraising events If you would be interested in finding out more, don't hesitate to get in touch with Graham Allan at chairman@haibloodbikes.co.uk to arrange an informal chat. As a charity, all our positions are voluntary based.

• Coordinating and overseeing the various areas within fundraising. • Liaising with the fundraising members in all local regions. • Keeping a record of the activities and finances. • Manage events calendar. • Being part of the Management team. If you want to learn more, please contact Graham Allan at chairman@haibloodbikes.co.uk to arrange an informal chat. As a charity, all our positions are voluntary based.

We are looking for a new volunteer position as an Operations Managers assistant. As our charity grows, we need to share some of our volunteer's job responsibilities and tasks. So, hence we are seeking someone with the appropriate skills to take on this role. Ideally, we would like you to be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Teams and Excel (although training will be provided). Experience recording and analysing data would be desirable, as well as good administrative skills. For more information regarding this role and to have an informal chat, please contact clair.operations@haibloodbikes.co.uk.

The North Reserves Volunteer Assistant position is unique opportunity to gain experience in nature conservation and habitat management; develop a wide variety of practical conservation and survey skills; increase your employability in the environment sector; all while observing and learning about Scotland's wildlife. On this placement, you will assist the North Reserves Project Officer in delivering a wide variety of practical conservation tasks across our network of nature reserves in the Highlands. Some of the tasks you will be doing include: -Infrastructure construction, repairs and maintenance; -Access and footpath improvements: strimming, drainage, installing way-markers and boardwalks; -Control of non-native invasive species; -Habitat management and improvements; -Species surveys and monitoring. For further details about this role, or to apply, please get in touch with Beth Harwood at eharwood@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk.

Overview: We are keen to hear from people who would be happy to lead therapeutic group activities. The types of therapeutic activities may include groups focussing on arts & crafts, football, golf, dance, film & TV, music & singing, photography, complimentary therapies, nature & gardening, sports, baking, reading, walking, local and/or family history or the sharing of other interests. Groups would be open to People with Dementia, Carers and/or wider community interested in maintaining good brain health. Role Description: This role will take a lead in delivering a therapeutic activity group as per interests listed above and support the people attending. The role may vary but is likely to include; •Offering person-centred support within a therapeutic group setting. •Communicating with people and staff within the therapeutic group setting. •Leading therapeutic activity groups and sharing ideas, skills and interests. •Recording attendance at the group. •Keeping staff updated about the group activity, those attending and any concerns or matters they feel are relevant. •Keeping up to date with Alzheimer Scotland news and our work across Scotland. On reading and if interested, informal enquiries to NSemple@alzscot.org 01463 711710

We're looking for volunteers to help out with Clachworks Tool Library, based at Telford Retail Park in Inverness. We currently open on Saturdays (10-1pm) and Tuesdays (4-6:30pm). While it would be great if you have knowledge and experience around tools, no tool knowledge is necessary, as appropriate training is given. We’re after enthusiastic, passionate, friendly people who will help our members to use the right tool for the job. We also have other opportunities, such as cleaning/maintaining tools, helping to run our IT/socials/ website, helping with PR/advertisements, etc. These jobs are more flexible with your time

We require a volunteer minibus drive for our small minibus. A lunch club for the elderly folks is run each Wednesday - and for some it is the highlight of their week. Lunch is followed by entertainment. The driver can stay for lunch or come back. If you were able to drive every week / once a fortnight / once a month, we would love to hear from you

Our Lifeline fosterers provide temporary, loving homes for cats whose families are fleeing domestic abuse, until they can be safely reunited. Before applying, please make sure you: - have no other pets at home (we can’t guarantee your foster cat will like the company of other cats or dogs!). If you have pets that live in a tank or cage, get in touch and we’ll have a chat about whether this could be suitable - either own your own property or have written permission from your landlord or housing provider to foster cats By fostering with Lifeline, you’ll be helping us to support someone in need of a temporary home for their cat. We’ll cover all costs so all you need to do is provide a loving home for your foster cat and send us lots of photos so we can give their owner updates. Fostering with our service is completely confidential, so you won’t actually know anything about the owner and they also won’t know your identity either. All communication goes through our dedicated Lifeline team to maintain anonymity.

We are looking for volunteers for our inSpire project. The role involves preparing school uniform and winter clothing requests, sorting through donated items, assisting with holiday lunches, preparing food bags and assisting with managing our food bank. It also involves welcoming and assisting people who drop in to request items. If you have a couple of hours or more to spare each week and would like to get involved, please get in touch. Email: inspires@invernesscathedral.org If you are looking for a volunteering opportunity during the school holidays (over 18's only) and would like to assist with preparing holiday lunches and school uniform requests, please email: inspires@invernesscathedral.org

We are looking for an organised, reliable and flexible chair yoga teacher for our yoga studio in Nairn. We offer services that enhance wellbeing and have a social impact and we have a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion We are a community and studio based upon: Trust Compassion – Fairness - Fun - Courageous Passion This role would suit someone who wants to become an integral part of our yoga community Location : Highland Yoga Collective, Nairn, IV12 4AD Relevant Experience, Skills and Knowledge •Experience of and engagement with yoga including an appropriate chair based yoga teacher qualification •Friendly and approachable •Reliable and consistent •Helpful and positive attitude Communication and Interpersonal Skills •Excellent interpersonal skills and active listening skills Please email a current CV and covering letter to highlandyogacollective@gmail.com

My Future, My Success Mentoring is a bespoke Mentoring, Coaching and Engagement Programme developed in Highland region as part of My Future My Success (MFMS) programme. The programme aims to ensure more of our young people in Highland have the skills and knowledge to enable them to achieve a positive and sustained destination beyond school as well as having a better insight into the opportunities that are available to them locally. Every mentoring relationship is different. MFMS Meetings can be face to face or virtual, they can be in school or in a public setting. The relationship duration can be short term or can extend into the future. Frequency and length of sessions are agreed at the start between mentor and mentee. The relationship will be set-up in the best way to deliver the best possible outcomes for young people and mentors. If you would like to find out more, please email mfms@highland.gov.uk .

An exciting opportunity has arisen to volunteer at Action for Children, Inverness. We run a needs led volunteer mentoring service for young people aged 8-14 who are subject to home supervision. We know that these young people are often vulnerable, socially isolated or at risk of offending. The main aims for the service are: · Improve attainment levels for young people · Enhance positive relationships within the family and wider community · Support children to have increased levels of self-esteem and resilience · Support Children to explore and engage in personal hobbies/interests If you are you looking for a rewarding and challenging volunteering opportunity and can spare a few hours a week this may be for you. All we ask is that you: · Are you able to be an active member of a child’s life · Are you a good listener · Will you act in the best interests of the child · Can you commit to 12 Months? Our Children and Young people need stability. If you are interested in getting involved, or would like more information then please contact me on the details below: Volunteer’s co-ordinator Action for Children Tel – 01463 717 227 sarah.sproul@actionforchildren.org.uk

Reach4Reality works with autistic young people and young adults involving them in a range of outdoor activities tailored to their individual needs. Activities might be short 1:1 sessions with our staff, half day/day activities during the holidays, building up to overnight stays, weekend camps and 5 day camps. We are looking for volunteers to come and help on our two 5 day camps: 8th-12th July at Glencoe Outdoor Centre or 21st-25th October at Abernethy Trust, Nethybridge. The role of a camp volunteer is to come and support young people and young adults with autism or another social communication difficulty on one of our 5 day camps. Volunteers do the outdoor activities (e.g. canoeing, kayaking, biking, walking) alongside the young people and our staff, and centre staff, supporting them as required, but primarily just befriending them and helping to make sure that they have a fun and rewarding experience. Within the more general social times on camp, the role involves chatting to the young people, playing games with them. No specific experience of outdoor activities required, just a reasonable level of fitness and a willing to give activities a try! This opportunity can be counted as a Gold DofE residential if required.

Reach4Reality works with autistic young people and young adults involving them in a range of outdoor activities tailored to their individual needs. Activities might be short 1:1 sessions with our staff, half day/day activities during the holidays, building up to overnight stays, weekend camps and 5 day camps. The role of a camp volunteer is to come and support young people and young adults with autism or another social communication difficulty on our regular weekend camps. These take place at various self-catering venues mainly in the Aviemore/Kincraig area or at local outdoor centres. Volunteers do the outdoor activities (e.g. canoeing, kayaking, biking, walking) alongside the young people and our staff, supporting them as required, but primarily just befriending them and helping to make sure that they have a fun and rewarding experience. Within the more general social times on camp, the role involves chatting to the young people, playing games with them or helping with clearing up after meals. If someone has a particular interest, skill, or qualification in food hygiene or catering we would also welcome anyone who could help with meal preparation too! No specific experience of outdoor activities required, just a reasonable level of fitness and a willing to give activities a try!

Reach4Reality works with autistic young people and young adults involving them in a range of outdoor activities tailored to their individual needs. Activities might be short 1:1 sessions with our staff, half day/day activities during the holidays, building up to overnight stays, weekend camps and 5 day camps. We are looking for volunteers to come and help us on our half-day activities during the Easter holidays and our full day activities during the summer holidays. Volunteers do the outdoor activities (e.g. canoeing, kayaking, biking, walking) alongside the young people and our staff who run the activities, supporting the young people as required, but primarily just befriending them and helping to make sure that they have a fun and rewarding experience. No specific experience of outdoor activities required (although welcomed), just a reasonable level of fitness and a willing to give activities a try!

Our Macmillan Buddy service provides a lifeline for people with cancer by offering them weekly support. The service is delivered by volunteers, who undergo comprehensive training and are fully supported by our staff and lead volunteers. As a Macmillan Buddy volunteer, you can make a real difference to people's lives, at the hardest time of their life. As a volunteer buddy, you are there as someone for your service user to talk to about how they are feeling and their support needs during this difficult time. Our Macmillan Community Buddies visit the service user face-to-face in the local community, usually the service user's home. This can also include offering support with simple practical tasks around the home. You'll also: - Be a key part of a friendly team of volunteers and staff - Receive comprehensive training and support - Have the opportunity to develop your communication and people skills - Receive out of pocket expenses, in line with our expenses policy

We support unpaid Carers, offering many Volunteering opportunities, we have something to suit everyone: - Befriending by telephone - Online support groups (Adult or Young Carers) - Face to Face support groups (Adult or Young Carers) - Counselling Volunteers (Student or trained Counsellors) If you are interested in or wish to discuss any of these opportunities please apply to: volunteering@connectingcarers.org.uk or text / telephone: 07570 302287

The FARESHARE warehouse at Kendal Crescent, Alness has been a huge success and we are now delivering 40% of the surplus food into the region to over 40 members. We are looking for extra support to get our van on the road an extra 4/5 days a month which will allow us to get more surplus food out to our members. We are looking for people who can commit to 1 or 2 days a month, during the week, to deliver surplus food to groups across the region. Full training and safety equipment will be given. We have our own van. This is a real opportunity to support your communities. We expect to deliver between 160/200 tonnes of surplus food to our member this year. We want to increase this. Driver’s licence Physically fit Desire to assist communities within Highland region. For further information, please contact: Michael Sutherland - Tel: 07533 561455

We believe 'No one should have to walk alone' and it's our mission to reduce isolation through walking and talking with our digital detox walks. We are looking for walk leader volunteers to support us. Looking for walk leaders who can commit to at least 2 walks per month to lead one of our walks to make a difference. Time needed per walk would be around 2 hours dependent on location and this includes travel time and tea/coffee at the end. Requirement -Be able to drive. -Be empathetic and inclusive of all ages and abilities to help bring people together. -Be a great communicator Look forward to hearing from you.

Listening volunteers are there for anyone who needs support. Every year, they spend over one million hours responding to calls for help and they can change the course of someone’s life. Join the Samaritans Email Hub and be part of our mission to provide support, hope, and encouragement to those who need it most. https://www.samaritans.org/scotland/samaritans-in-scotland/about-samaritans-scotland/west-highland-skye-project/volunteering-opportunities-west-highlands-and-skye/ We are recruiting in Lochaber, Wester Ross, Skye and Lochalsh

Our shops, including our new bookshop in Nairn, help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of a team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Nairn Bookshop during the week or on a Saturday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Nairn shop during the week or on a Saturday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Falcon Square shop during the week or at the weekend. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Harbour Road shop either during the week or particularly on a Saturday or Sunday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Tain shop during the week or on a Saturday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Beauly shop during the week or on a Saturday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. Retail volunteers work as part of team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We are looking for volunteers to cover either a morning or afternoon shift in our Alness shop during the week or on a Saturday. We are looking for volunteers to provide high standards of customer care, to assist with sorting and pricing donations, operating the till alongside helping to keep the shop tidy and clean. In this role you will learn about the work of Highland Hospice and how the shop supports this valuable work throughout the Highlands Taster sessions are available for interested volunteers.

Being a CHSS Community Connector is perfect for busy people who’d like to get involved and help CHSS, but don’t have much time to give. Our tasks are quick and include signing petitions, completing surveys and sharing posts on social media. As a CHSS Community Connector you can support CHSS any time or anywhere, giving as much or as little time to the tasks as you wish. As long as you have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer you can get involved to ensure No Life is Half Lived.

Black Isle Cares Befriending Service is looking for new volunteers to provide social support to vulnerable members of local communities in the Black Isle. The duties and responsibilities of a BIC befriender can be many and varied as the relationship is unique and tailored to the needs of the individual person. Client related activities may include: •Telephone befriending support and/or welfare checks •Supporting patients and their carers in their own home or care establishment providing friendship and social support •Providing a "listening ear" and companionship (reading, chatting, letter writing) •Providing respite for carers for short periods (up to maximum of three hours) as agreed •Offering opportunities to participate in social/recreational and daily living activities (may go out on trips) Volunteers do not provide or involve themselves in personal care, counselling, medical care, domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning, or financial and legal matters. Anyone interested in volunteering should email an application form to befriending@blackislecares.com or call 07720 168266 for further information.

We are looking for volunteer counsellors to join our team at ACI Theraputic Recovery Services. We are a Third Sector organisation based in Inverness, which offers free one-to-one, confidential counselling for adults who are experiencing issues with alcohol, drugs, gambling or other addictive behaviours. We also provide support to families and loved ones of those experiencing addiction.   In order to be a volunteer counsellor with us we ask for a minimum commitment of 3 hours per week and that you hold a diploma in counselling.

By joining us as a volunteer Duty Controller you will be involved in the scheduling and monitoring the progress of our free transport service to the NHS in the Highland region. The role involves liaising with and booking jobs from the NHS by phone, and allocating jobs to our riders and drivers. We use online tools to manage and track our work, so familiarity with software (eg excel/word) and messaging services (eg WhatsApp) are particularly beneficial. However, full training will of course be given. We operate 7 days/week, and each day is broken down into 3 controller shifts. Each controller is expected to complete at least one operational shift every 4-6 weeks. All volunteers will also be expected to periodically support Highland & Islands Blood Bikes at fundraising events too. You can of course hold other roles within HAIBB.

Bereavement Counsellors Cruse Scotland Bereavement Support provides a range of specialist support to bereaved people across Scotland. Our counselling and listening volunteer team have a wide range of skills and expertise working with people to help them overcome obstacles to wellbeing and find ways forward through the challenges that life can bring when dealing with a bereavement. We are looking for trained counsellors who are supportive and non-judgemental, proactive, motivated, and open to change and demonstrate an understanding of the importance and scope of confidentiality. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also essential. You must be a registered member of COSCA or the BACP and hold a recognised Diploma in Counselling.

10th Inverness Boys Brigade are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead games and sporty activities for their children and young people aged between 8 and 18 years old. The Juniors age group (P4-P6) meet on a Friday evening (6:30pm until 8pm) and the Company Section age group (P7-S6) meet on a Thursday evening (7:15pm-9pm) during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, cooking, life skills and community projects.

Cats Protection’s Caithness Branch is looking to recruit volunteer fosterers in both Caithness and East Sutherland to care for unwanted and abandoned cats while they wait to find a new owner. Cat fostering is hands-on cat welfare work looking after felines on a short-term basis, either in CP-provided cat pens in the garden or in a spare room in the home. The branch, which is run entirely by volunteers, needs people who can offer a temporary home to one or more cats whilst they get back on their paws. Cat fosterers need to have either a spare room or an area in their garden where a 4m x 1.2m (13ft x 4ft) cat pen can be housed and, of course, a love of cats is a must. The charity will provide plenty of assistance, training and all required support materials for new fosterers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for Cats Protection’s Caithness Branch then please email enquiries@caithness.cats.org.uk or message via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/cpcaithness/

We have launched Scotland's first outdoor charity shop where we sell good-quality, used, outdoor equipment at reasonable prices. We want to help get as many people into the outdoors as we can, while at the same time reducing the environmental impact of getting kitted up for the outdoors. We are looking for a volunteer to help sort, photograph, value, & list items on our eBay shop. We are a small team working in a small office space, & with donations becoming more generous & more frequent, we now require assistance to keep on top of donations. The main tasks are; •Sort through donations separating into what Àban can use, what can be sold, & what can be donated to Highland Support Refugees •Photograph donations ready for sale •Assist with research/pricing of items •Assist with listing on eBay What you will need; Comprehensive knowledge of outdoor kit. Our donations can be made up of anything from camping equipment, skis, wetsuits, winter clothing, walking boots/shoes, & general outdoor clothing from lower end to high end. A general interest in the outdoors, and treating all donations in the same way, be it low-end or high-end. If this sounds like you, please just send a short message to info@aban.scot. This should be addressed to Calum Smith, Business Manager at Àban Outdoor Ltd.

3rd Inverness Boys Brigade are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead games and sporty activities for their children and young people aged between 5 and 18 years old. The group meets on Friday evenings during term-time, taking part in a wide range of activities including crafts, games, sports, cooking, life skills and community projects. To find out more please contact: 3inverness@boys-brigade.org.uk

A rewarding role, where you are making a direct difference to the families of children with a life-shortening condition. Home Support Volunteers visit families in their own homes (in your local area), to provide practical support to ‘lighten the load’ of family life. It may include: Housekeeping – hoovering, ironing, changing beds, general tidying, Practical Sibling Support - spending time with siblings/play Or other tasks identified by families eg. taking pet dog for a walk What is Required? *You can volunteer on any day of the week; mornings, afternoons, or early evenings. An average shift is approx 2 hours with the family, and ideally we are looking for a weekly commitment. All training will be provided, with ongoing support from Team Lead. * You need to be able to drive *You need online access to complete a 'visit log ' (this can be done on a phone, laptop or tablet) *We welcome friendly, caring people to join our team To find out more, please contact Emma Steel on emmasteel@chas.org.uk or 01389 722079, or apply directly via the CHAS Website