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Wheels In Nairnshire (WIN) runs two community transport services across Nairnshire and beyond. We provide personal door to door transport for those who would not otherwise be able to complete their journey, for whatever reason. We are available to all residents of the area and take them to appointments or shopping or to meet friends etc. We do not charge a fee, instead invite donations to cover our operating costs.
Volunteers do not have to lice in our area, though of course it helps. We invite all our volunteer drivers to take on a job and the first to respond will be allocated to it, so there is no need to commit to a regular time or day unless you prefer it. Journeys are often local, so not time consuming, but many of our passengers go to appointments at Raigmore or the National Treatment Centre and we would expect you to wait for them or go back to take them home.
Volunteers have the option to drive our 8 seater electric Mercedes Wheelchair Adapted Vehicle or their own car. Additional insurance is not required. We will ask to see your driving licence, car insurance and MOT certificate (if applicable) and we will request a PVG disclosure check since many of our passengers are disabled, vulnerable or elderly.

Volunteer Car Driver

Wheels In Nairnshire

Nairn, Nairnshire, Ardersier, Cawdor, Croy

Driving

Do you have a friendly pet dog or cat that enjoys meeting people? Do you want to share the love of your pet with others to help them get through their day? Have an hour a week or a month to spare? Able to get to somewhere to visit by car or public transport? If so then this might be for you....

Our Therapet Volunteers will visit, with their assessed and approved pet dog or cat, people who are in need of some support. We typically visit hospitals, hospices, care homes, assisted living facilities, individual homes, and day centres, as well as prisons, emergency service staff and other organisations helping people to de-stress or enjoy their day through the interaction with the animals and the chat with our volunteers. Some of these other organisations utilising our free services include carers groups, mental health organisations, and charities such as Alzheimer Scotland, CHAS, Sense Scotland, and Barnardos. We also support school pupils through our 'Reading with Dogs' visits, and our popular 'PAWS Against Stress'® sessions have expanded from universities and colleges to also support corporate wellbeing days. We work with Highland Council supporting residential schools and you may have seen us briefly in Inverness Airport or our regular Canine Crew in Aberdeen Airport.

We do have pre-requisites for the dog/cat which must be a minimum of 1 year old and been with the current owner for at least 6 months. They cannot be on a raw meat based diet and they must be vaccinated and on a regime for parasite control recommended by your vet. Banned breeds and XL Bullies are not accepted, and we cannot take working assistance dogs (except those from Canine Partners). We will also obtain a Protection of Vulnerable People (PVG) Certificate for prospective volunteers from Disclosure Scotland prior to volunteering commencing. An information pack is available from our office info@canineconcernscotland.org.uk.

Therapet® Volunteer

Therapet®, Canine Concern Scotland Trust

Highlands wide. Usually within 30 mins of your own home.

Various

Black Isle Cares provides support to people experiencing loneliness and social isolation in the Black Isle area (North Kessock, Munlochy, Culbokie, Resolis, Cromarty, Rosemarkie, Fortrose and Avoch). We offer a range of roles within our volunteer team, including Befriending, Meals Delivery, Community Garden, Community Larder, Group Activities and General Tasks (eg providing lifts, picking up shopping, doing simple DIY tasks).

Befriending and Meals Delivery volunteering usually involves a commitment of around an hour a week but our more general roles can be very flexible, depending on the volunteer's circumstances and the needs of clients.

Volunteering with Black Isle Cares is an ideal way of supporting your local community and helping those in need of some extra support. More detailed information about our Volunteer Roles is in the document attached. You can also contact Karin (07548 343375) or Elaine (07720 168266) or email admin@blackislecares.com for a chat about joining our team!

Volunteer Black Isle Cares

Black Isle Cares

Black Isle

Befriending, Mental Health, Various

Black Isle Cares provides support to people experiencing loneliness and social isolation in the Black Isle area (North Kessock, Munlochy, Culbokie, Resolis, Cromarty, Rosemarkie, Fortrose and Avoch). We offer a range of roles within our volunteer team, including Befriending, Meals Delivery, Community Garden, Community Larder, Group Activities and General Tasks (eg providing lifts, picking up shopping, doing simple DIY tasks).

Befriending and Meals Delivery volunteering usually involves a commitment of around an hour a week but our more general roles can be very flexible, depending on the volunteer's circumstances and the needs of clients.

Volunteering with Black Isle Cares is an ideal way of supporting your local community and helping those in need of some extra support. More detailed information about our Volunteer Roles is in the document attached. You can also contact Karin (07548 343375) or Elaine (07720 168266) or email admin@blackislecares.com for a chat about joining our team!

Volunteer Black Isle Cares

Black Isle Cares

Black Isle

Befriending, Mental Health, Various

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.

Volunteer Counsellor

Addictions Counselling Inverness

Inverness

Mental Health

The RNLI are recruiting for a team of volunteers who will collect in the local supermarkets. We already have agreements in place with the supermarkets but unfortunately we have no volunteers available to fill this role.
Supermarket collection volunteers will be inside where it is warm and will have access to tables and chairs if needed. It is a great opportunity to become a volunteer with a friend or family member as there would be at least 2 volunteers in the supermarket collecting at any one time. It is also a great way in making new friends with similar interests.
If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information or have any questions please contact Frances Beveridge, RNLI Community Manager, on 07773 120592 or email Frances_Beveridge@rnli.org.uk. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Frances

RNLI Fundraising Team Member - Inverness

RNLI

Inverness

Fundraising

Data Administrator

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
-Reviewing and maintaining records of items as they are donated, borrowed and returned
-Processing all paper records into digital records
-Reviewing and maintaining membership database MyTurn and highlighting trends – location, borrowing habits etc.

As a volunteer, what do you get?
-Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
-Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
-Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Data Administrator

Transition Black Isle

The Black Isle

Administration

Victim Support Scotland is the leading charity dedicated to helping people affected by crime across Scotland. Our Support Services provide free and confidential emotional and practical support to anyone affected by crime in Scotland.  We offer bespoke support, personalised to the needs of each individual.

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our incredible team of volunteers! Our volunteers provide information, guidance, emotional support and practical assistance for anyone affected by crime, including victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Support may take place in person, online, or in court.

We’re recruiting for volunteers across Highland and Islands now! We’re particularly looking for new volunteers in the following areas:
• Inverness
• Wick
• Portree
• Fort William

Support Volunteer

Victim Support Scotland

All

Advice and Support

Customer Service Roles

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
Meet and greet all visitors by creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere
Check items in and out following correct processes & procedures
Keep the area clean and tidy before and after lending sessions
Open premises at fixed, regular times for members to borrow
Maintain and clean items
Take receipt of donations and add them to the library
Maintain the online borrowing platform MyTurn to monitor items available, reserved, loaned and overdue
Answer visitors’ questions and help them use the online borrowing platform
Take membership payments (most payments are made online via the MyTurn booking system however there is an option to pay cash on arrival)

As a volunteer, what do you get?
Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Customer service

Transition Black Isle

Black Isle Library of Things: 18 High Street, Rosemarkie.

Administration

Volunteers needed!
We are a well-established vibrant charity, based in Kingussie. Our aims are to improve the lives of adults and young people by providing training, work experience and social opportunities to increase their health, confidence, life skills and community involvement. We run three shops to enable us to do this, but our shops need enthusiastic volunteers to keep them going. There is a Charity Shop, Bookshop and our Community Hub. You'll meet new people, broaden your skill base, and have a lot of fun along the way. Interested? You can contact us on 01540 661000 or at caberfeidh.horizons.@gmail.org.

Shop & Hub Volunteers

Caberfeidh Horizons

Kingussie

Retail

Organise Trustee meeting in agreement with Chair; issue agenda; to take minutes during meeting and write up after, distribute to Trustees after agreement with Chair. Take part in discussion of agenda items.

Trustee - Secretary

Highland Group RDA

The role could be carried out predominantly at volunteers home with occasional meetings at Reelig, Kirkhill, IV5 7PP

Animals, Trustee/Board Work

Our General Maintenance Volunteers support us to carry out general gardening duties and tidying of service sites. The role could include, gardening, painting and decorating, general tidying up indoor and outdoor areas and fixing broken equipment.

We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our team, who are able to complete basic DIY activities and are keen to support the provision of our services in welcoming and attractive service sites.

General Maintenance

Barnardo's Highland

Inverness

Maintenance

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

Chair Yoga Teacher

Highland Yoga Collective CIC

Nairn

Various

MCR Pathways is a one to one mentoring programme that takes place in secondary schools across Scotland, including 11 within the Highlands and Islands. We are seeking volunteer mentors from all walks of life, to support a young person in their community, for just one hour per week, in school, during 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 elven schools in Highlands where we are seeking mentors are Wick High School, Lochaber High School, Invergordon Academy, Alness Academy, Dingwall Academy, Nairn Academy, Golspie High School, Culloden Academy, Inverness High School and Inverness Royal Academy. As well as the Nicolson Institute in the Western Isles.

Mentor

MCR Pathways

Inverness, Easter Ross, Caithness, Lochaber

Mentoring/Peer Support, Children and Young People

Volunteer at our tree nursery! We offer day volunteering for locals in our tree nursery at our Dundreggan estate in Glenmoriston - usually on a Wednesday, from mid March to mid November.

Join our small friendly group and help with seasonal tasks which vary through the year, such as seed sowing, transplanting seedlings, weeding around seedlings, digging and packing trees for dispatch.

Volunteers need to bring their own lunch and wear appropriate clothing, including boots and waterproofs.

If you are interested in volunteering, then please contact us on: nursery@treesforlife.org.uk and we can give you further details and answer your questions if you have any.

Tree Nursery Volunteer

Trees for Life

Dundreggan Tree Nursery, Glenmoriston

Outdoors

Our volunteer drivers either give our clients a lift in their own car or in our 8 seat wheelchair adapted Electric Mercedes, 'Matilda'. You might use this vehicle for wheelchair users, but also if you don't immediately have your own car available. Journeys vary from a few miles in or around Nairn or from anywhere in Nairnshire to as far afield as Inverness, Dingwall and Golspie. We reimburse mileage expenses.
We encourage our volunteers to enjoy the company of others and to give our clients a warm and welcoming experience. We don't have rotas and don't impose trips - we circulate basic details of date, time and location and volunteers who are free and interested can volunteer to take the task which we allocate on a first come first served basis.
Volunteers don't need extra insurance. They'll need to notify their insurers, but because it's not "hire and reward" there will be no extra cost. We'll ask to see a copy of your insurance and driver's licence and we'll ask you to allow us to apply to Disclosure Scotland for a PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check. We provide insurance for those who drive Matilda and we'll introduce you to driving her and how to use her foldaway wheelchair ramp.
To find out more please contact our Manager, Jon Wartnaby, on 07716 214777 or email admin@wheelsinnairnshire.org

Volunteer Driver

Wheels In Nairnshire

Nairnshire

Driving

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to serve as a Volunteer Customer Service Mentor at New Start Highland. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by guiding individuals and service users seeking to enhance their customer service skills and build the confidence they need to succeed in customer-facing roles such as retail or administrative assistant positions. As a mentor, you will provide personalized support and share your expertise to help mentees progress toward their goals. You may be based in any or all areas of the organisation which has an element of customer service. This role is to support, enhance and positively, professionally, guide our service users and trainees to a better understanding in the importance of good quality customer service.

Customer Service Mentor

New Start Highland

Carsegate Road, Inverness

Retail

Our Macmillan Buddy service provides a lifeline for people with cancer by offering them weekly support through our Telephone service. 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.
You will 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

Macmillan Buddy

Macmillan Cancer Support

Inverness and Highlands

Advice and Support, Befriending

What's involved in Community Volunteering with Mikeysline?

Our Community Volunteers tend to work directly with our Events & Fundraising team. They represent Mikeysline by helping set up and manage stalls at events including distributing information, exchanging merchandise for donations, and being a friendly face. From time to time, they may help to support and/or participate in external organisation events. They often identify places where our posters/banners could be promoted. Some help to set up Community Volunteer Teams in their own communities. Many help raise awareness and information regarding our support services by sharing our social media posts. They assist with fundraising and some arrange their own fundraisers. Contributing ideas and skills is always welcome.

What does the commitment look like?

Most events take place at the weekends although some will be in the evenings. There is no pressure on you to participate in absolutely everything and your attendance at events will be dependent on your availability, but we would hope that you will be happy to engage with us regularly and help as much as you can.

Community Volunteer

Mikeysline

Your local community area

Advice and Support

Do you want to take part in vegan volunteering around your pocket of the Highlands?
Our Advocates help out at events, write to their local MP, ask businesses to provide more vegan options, and find places to display our leaflets.

Advocates are a crucial voice. They ensure that our campaign messages are spread far and wide.

Every month, our Network choose from a range of outreach tasks. These could include town centre stalls, writing to a councillor or MP, sharing our campaigns on social media or contacting local businesses. You're in control of how much or how little you do.

Vegan Outreach Advocate

The Vegan Society

Hybrid - around applicant's local area (Highlands essential)

Advice and Support

Do you like working with children and enjoy being outside? We are looking for some help with our outdoor teaching sessions at North Kessock Primary School.

The classes are taught by Laura, the Go Flourish Liaison Teacher and support curriculum learning. Having extra help will allow the classes to be split into smaller groups, which help to nurture the children’s time spent hands-on gardening.

Gardening knowledge isn’t essential as all instructions will be given by Laura. Enthusiasm, patience and an ability to work as part of a team and use your own initiative are key for this role.

As this volunteer role involves working with children in schools, we will need to carry out a PVG Disclosure Scotland check. There is no fee attached but we will need to work with you to gather the necessary information and ID’s etc before starting.

Please get in touch with lyn@goflourishcharity.org if you'd like to find out more information.

Volunteer Outdoor Teaching Assistant

Go Flourish

North Kessock Primary School Garden

Outdoors

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.

Community Organiser

The Vegan Society

Hybrid - around applicant's local area (Highlands essential)

Various, Outdoors

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

Volunteer - Various roles

Connecting Carers

Home based or Local Area

Befriending, Various

Make a difference by helping your community and the environment

ILM Highland is currently recruiting volunteer drivers to assist with the collection and delivery of electrical appliances from domestic homes across the Highlands. These collections are vital for residents who don’t drive or have access to a vehicle but want to recycle responsibly—protecting our planet for future generations.

By volunteering with us, you can:

Make a Real Impact – Support local communities, reduce landfill, and help vulnerable people live independently.
Meet New People – Build friendships and social connections as part of a warm, welcoming team.
Boost Your Skills & Experience – Gain valuable experience in logistics, customer service, and teamwork—great for CVs or future job opportunities.
Improved Mental Wellbeing – Volunteering has been shown to boost confidence, reduce stress, and increase a sense of purpose.
Feel Part of a Movement – Join a growing network of people passionate about sustainability, community, and social impact.
Ongoing Support & Recognition – You won’t be doing this alone—we’ll support you every step of the way and make sure your contribution is recognised.

Full training and e-learning provided
Being part of a supportive, social team
15% staff discount in our retail shop
Interested in helping your community while protecting the environment?
We’d love to hear from you!

Get in touch: martinmacleod@ilmhighland.co.uk
Call us: 01349 884774 (ask for Martin)

Driver

ILM Highland

Easter Ross

Driving

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!

Activities Volunteer

Reach4Reality

Inverness and surrounding area

Children and Young People, Outdoors

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!
Contact: Sylvia Longbottom, Project Coordinator 07796905339 or sylvialongbottom@reach4reality.org.uk

Camp volunteer

Reach4Reality

Inverness/Highland

Children and Young People

Go Flourish is a small charity with a big vision; to reconnect children with nature and improve their mental health, educational achievements and future career opportunities.

The aim of Go Flourish is to drive a change in educational policy to make gardens part of school life. Currently, Go Flourish has installed a school garden and a Liaison Teacher at their pilot school - North Kessock Primary School – and plans are in motion for an Inverness primary and a secondary school to form part of their scoping study.

Go Flourish are looking for some help with creating social media content to tell the story of Go Flourish and bring it to life. This role would involve a mix of working from home and the school garden at North Kessock Primary School.

Volunteer hours are flexible as content can be scheduled in advance although we do require someone who is able to pre-arrange times to go into the school occasionally to work alongside the Liaison Teacher when taking photos in the garden, as well as a short weekly check-in with the Project Coordinator.

Please note: As this volunteer role involves working with children in schools, we will need to carry out a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

We’re looking for someone with the following:

* An understanding and appreciation of the importance of reconnecting children with nature.
* Excellent organisational skills and an ability to manage your own time.
* Excellent communication skills and an ability to put across the Go Flourish aims in a professional, clear and friendly manner.
* Ability to work alongside others (from home and in the garden) and take direction from the Go Flourish staff team whilst using own initiative.
* Good photography skills
* A good understanding of social media (currently Facebook & Instagram)

Please contact our Project Coordinator lyn@goflourishcharity.org if you’d like to find out any more information on this role.

Volunteer Content Creator

Go Flourish

North Kessock Primary School Garden & Home working

Administration

Supporting adults of all ages who feel lonely or isolated.

The service is free and open to adults of all ages, genders, and their families - whether a young parent; new resident; someone living alone; someone who has had a change in circumstances; or an elderly person.

The duties and responsibilities of a befriender can be many and varied as the relationship is unique and tailored to the needs of the individual person. The volunteer will work closely within the parameters of the service agreement in place and the role description, in providing appropriate support to the client, carer and family members.

This may include
• Supporting clients in their own home by providing friendship and social support.
• Providing a listening ear.
• Providing 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).

befriender@soirbheas.org
07748 575 330

www.soirbheas.org/the-glens-befriending-service

Glens Befriending Volunteer

Soirbheas

Glenurquhart and Strathglass

Befriending

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.

Camp Volunteers: 5 day camp

Reach4Reality

Highland: outdoor activity centres

Children and Young People, Outdoors

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

Volunteer

Highland Group RDA

Reelig, Kirkhill

Animals, Outdoors

Would you like to make a difference?
We have a variety of roles that you may be interested in being involved with, including:

- Counselling (qualified or student placement)
- Supporting Adult/Young Carers
- Local Support Groups (Face to Face)
- Online Support Groups
- Fundraising
- Carers Call Highland (telephone befriending or online support)
- Events
- Board of Trustees
- Duke of Edinburgh Award (Age 15+)

Our opportunities are varied: there is something for everyone. Do you have life experiences, a skill or simply time that you would be happy to share with Carers? We would love to hear from you!

Our volunteers come from all walks of life and are from all across Highland. What they have in common is a caring and friendly personality and the ability to help Carers.

We are registered with 'Room to Reward' - free hotel stays are gifted to individual Volunteers (x4) twice yearly, as a thank you for their ongoing commitment.

https://forms.office.com/e/BG3GYbpA2s

Various Volunteering Opportunities

Connecting Carers

Home based or in person

Various

Barnardo’s Befrienders work with young people a 1:1 basis, offering practical assistance and emotional support, to build their self-confidence, coping mechanisms and positive relationships. The work could be focused on a particular need, such as confidence building, or it could be more focused around supporting the young person to access local community groups.

We are looking for volunteers, with a passion for making a difference in young people’s lives, with a friendly and approachable attitude and an ability to engage young people, empowering them to take steps towards improving their situation and achieving their goals.

Befriender

Barnardo's Highland

Inverness

Befriending

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.

Lifeline Foster carer

Cats Protection Lifeline

Home-based

Animals

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.

Community Connector

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland

Home

Mentoring/Peer Support

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 an activities volunteer is to come and support young people and young adults with autism or another social communication difficulty on some of our regular evening activities. These take place at various venues within Inverness or immediate area e.g. climbing at the Ledge, biking on local trails, badminton in Invernessm canoeing at Muirtown basin or Dochgarroch.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. Would be suitable for someone doing their DofE volunteering.
No specific experience of outdoor activities required, just a reasonable level of fitness and a willing to give activities a try!

Activities volunteer

Reach4Reality

Inverness

Children and Young People

Go Flourish have installed a garden and dedicated Liaison Teacher at North Kessock Primary School, where all children now receive curriculum-based lessons each week outside in nature.

Depending on the time of year, we need help with planting, growing, weeding, watering, harvesting, garden admin tasks, general maintenance and garden development. The garden especially needs help over the school holidays.

This is a community space and so we are keen to hear your ideas on what you’d like to see happening in the garden when it comes to sharing skills, workshops and community events.

Gardening knowledge is a bonus, but what is most important is enthusiasm and there are many skills that will come in handy in the garden.

Please contact lyn@goflourishcharity.org for more information.

Gardening Volunteers

Go Flourish

North Kessock Primary School Garden

Outdoors

Position Summary

As a Volunteer Lorry Driver, you will play a vital role in the operations of our charity by helping transport donated furniture and goods to and from various locations. Your contributions will directly support our mission of promoting reuse, while also providing individuals the chance to gain work experience and practical training. This role requires a compassionate, responsible, and reliable individual who shares our passion for making a difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive the charity's lorry to collect and deliver donated furniture and goods from various locations in a safe and timely manner.
Assist with loading and unloading items, ensuring all items are handled with care.
Help maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the lorry, reporting any issues to the Removals and Transport Manager.
Engage with the public, donors, and volunteers in a friendly and professional manner.
Support other team members in day-to-day operations and contribute to the success of our training programs.
Adhere to all health and safety regulations while driving and carrying out duties.
Participate in volunteer training sessions to improve service delivery and personal development.

Person Spec, Skills and Qualifications (desired but not essential)

Organised, kind-hearted and friendly, with enthusiasm and integrity and the ability to pay attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and courteously with staff, volunteers, and the public.
A positive attitude and willingness to support the charity’s mission and values.
Previous experience in driving a lorry or working with charities is desirable but not essential. CPC card desirable.

Person Spec, Skills and Qualifications (essential)

Valid UK driving license with cat B1 (for driving vans up to 3.5 tonne)
Valid UK driving license with cat C or C1 (for driving lorries up to 7.5 tonne)
Good knowledge of local areas, road safety and traffic regulations.
Physically fit and able to assist with heavy lifting and loading of furniture.
Reliable and punctual with a strong commitment to volunteer hours.

Volunteer Van / Lorry Driver

New Start Highland

IV38DU

Driving

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public.
Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported. Activities include:
• Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• Keeping financial records from fundraising events
• Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
• Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers
We're looking for someone with the following:
• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

More info via Roslyn Mackay Tel: 07350 445170 or E-mail: neysfundraisinghub@cats.org.uk

Fundraising Team Leader Volunteer

Cats Protection

Inverness and Nairn Area

Fundraising

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 holiday activities volunteer is to come and support young people and young adults with autism or another social communication difficulty on our half day activities during the Easter holidays or our full day activities during the summer holidays. These take place at various locations within the Highlands. 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.
No specific experience of outdoor activities required, just a reasonable level of fitness and a willing to give activities a try!
Contact: Sylvia Longbottom, Project Coordinator on 07796905339 or
sylvia longbottom@reach4reality.org.uk

Holiday activities volunteer

Reach4Reality

Inverness/Highland

Children and Young People

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 genuinely 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

Chair Yoga Teacher

Highland Yoga Collective CIC

Nairn

Various

Trustees are responsible for the governance of our Riding for the Disabled Group based at Reelig, Kirhill and to enable the group to go forward

Ideally you will have experience and keen interest in horses, with a significant understanding of the therapeutic benefits that come from being around them. It would be good if you also had experience of working with young people, individuals with disabilities and health issues. We hope to see Highland RDA grow from strength to strength.
A good communicator with strong organisational skills would be desirable.

Meetings are held every 1-2 months. you will be invited to attend 2 meetings before committing to volunteer.

An introduction pack is included below with more details

Trustee

Highland Group RDA

Hybrid

Trustee/Board Work

We're looking for volunteers to help out with Clachworks Tool Library, based at Telford Retail Park in Inverness. We're currently open on Saturdays, 10am-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.

Besides librarians, we're looking for help with tool maintenance/cleaning, IT/socials/PR/website, etc. Working hours for these roles can be flexible.

Volunteer

Clachworks

Telford Retail Park

To provide social support through a befriending friendship. Create a meaningful connection with those in the community who wish to improve their self-confidence, emotional health, and well-being, to reduce social isolation and loneliness.

If you enjoy meeting new people in your local community and have a warm friendly attitude we would love to hear from you . Our contact details are Elspeth@cvg.org.uk or message us on our Facebook page Befriending Caithness

Volunteer Befriender

Befriending caithness

Wick and surrounding areas

Befriending

Are you passionate about mental wellbeing and building strong, meaningful relationships?
Do you have a few hours to spare each week and a desire to be part of something that truly matters?

At Counselling Highland, we’ve been supporting individuals and families across the Highlands for over 30 years. As we enter an exciting new chapter of growth and innovation, we’re inviting compassionate, curious, and community-minded people from all walks of life to join us as volunteers.

We are currently seeking volunteers for the following roles:
🔹 Intake Workers – the first friendly point of contact for those seeking support
🔹 Peer Support Ambassadors – using lived experience to offer understanding and hope
🔹 Admin & Office Support – helping keep the heart of our service running smoothly

No specific experience is necessary—just kindness, reliability, and a willingness to get involved. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, ages, and abilities, and we’ll provide full support and training to help you thrive in your role.

Whether you’re looking to:
✨ Learn new skills & gain valuable work experience
✨ Build your confidence and sense of purpose
✨ Improve your own wellbeing and mental health
✨ Meet like-minded people and make new friends
✨ Give something back to your community
✨ Help improve how things work—for the better

Volunteering with us is more than just giving your time—it’s becoming part of a supportive, caring team that’s making a real difference across the Highlands.

Volunteers - Various Roles

Relationships Scotland- Counselling Highland

Office + Home

Various

Collection Facilitator

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
- Liaising directly with members collecting and dropping off items at a BILoT venue
- Checking out/in items as they are collected using MyTurn

As a volunteer, what do you get?
- Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
- Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
- Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Collection Facilitator

Transition Black Isle

BILoT. 18 High Street, Rosemarkie, IV10 8UF

Administration

Social Media

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
Create content to promote volunteering opportunities to expand the volunteer team and working group membership
Create engaging content about the BILoT to grow membership and attract suitable donations of items
Writing press releases and news stories
Create content to share stories from borrowers, events and volunteers
NB. The Social Media and Communications volunteers will collaborate closely, leveraging each other's expertise to create and share engaging content that promotes the Black Isle Library of Things .

As a volunteer, what do you get?
Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Social Media

Transition Black Isle

The Black Isle

Administration

Generalist Adviser

The role
The role of a CAB general adviser is very varied. Some of the thing’s advisers do in Nairn CAB:
• Interview clients at the bureau, by phone or in person: listen to the client and let them explain the problem, help them to clarify the issues by exploring the problem and asking questions.
• Provide information from our AdviserNet information system and other sources.
• Explain the choices the client faces, and what these choices mean.
• Offer practical help to clients by writing letters, making phone calls and helping fill in forms.
• Perform calculations (for example, to assess entitlement to certain kinds of benefits).
• Refer clients to other agencies if they are better placed to help.
• Record cases: make a record of the client’s details so that further help can be given if a client returns to the bureau.
• Prevent future problems by identifying issues that affect a lot of clients – this is called social policy work.

Does this sound like you?
• Able to listen and communicate with clients.
• Able to use a computer.
• Willing to undertake the basic training and in-service training to keep them up to date.
• Able to work within the CAB principles-keep confidentiality and give impartial advice.
• Able to work within CAB equal opportunities and anti-racism policies.
• Willing to work as a team member.

Generalist Adviser

Nairn Citizens Advice Bureau

Nairn

Advice and Support

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

Listening Volunteer

Samaritans

Inverness

Befriending

Mikeysline is looking for Peer Support Nightshift Volunteers (Textline) to help with supporting adults and young people who contact us via our digital text based support options when they are in emotional distress and/or in crisis.

We need you to be:
• A good team player
• A good listener
• Sensitive to the needs of other people
• Caring, kind and patient
• Computer literate
• We also need you to be aware of how to take care of yourself when supporting others.

Support for the volunteer:
• You will be supported in your role by the Support Staff and Staff Buddy
• You will receive full induction training on agreed weeknights from between 6pm and 10pm
• You will be expected to complete additional relevant online mental health training which will be beneficial to you in this role
• There is also an expectation that you will attend bi-monthly group supervision with your peers if at all possible.
• You will be joining a friendly team of staff and volunteers

Responsibilities will include:
As a Peer Support Volunteer, you will be using your own experiences of mental health issues to support, encourage and inspire people experiencing mental health distress. By providing a role model and offering both understanding and support, you will help to raise others’ confidence, self- belief and aid their long-term recovery. Volunteers must have their own, lived experience of a mental health issue, either personally or via a family member.
• Supporting individuals who are in emotional distress and in need of immediate support.
• Supporting and encouraging individuals to identify their own strengths and life goals and how to take steps to achieve them.
• Supporting individuals to develop coping strategies and mechanisms that they will be able to apply in their everyday lives.
• Promoting recovery through your own personal experience and life journey; inspiring others to believe that they too can progress and achieve beyond the issues they are facing.
• Report concerns in relation to protecting vulnerable adults and/or young people.

Time commitment:
• In addition to induction training, we are asking for a commitment of one nightshift per month or one nightshift on a bi-monthly basis. The shifts are from 7pm-7am with staff on call support.

Additional Information:
This role is subject to a PVG check and 2 satisfactory references.
All volunteer roles are subject to a three-month probationary period.

Why volunteer with Mikeysline?
• Support people who are emotional or in distress
• Meet new people
• Make friends
• Learn new skills
• Gain valuable work experience
• Make a difference in your community

Peer Support Textline Volunteer (Nightshifts)

Mikeysline

Home

Advice and Support

Inventory Maintenance & Repair

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
Check items upon return, clean if needed and carry out or arrange repair
Arrange PAT test of electrical items (volunteers must be PAT Test qualified to do this) Training provided
Update the online borrowing platform MyTurn with maintenance that is scheduled or completed (Training provided)
Check and test donated items before they are added to the library for borrowing
NB It’s not essential, but it would be beneficial for repair and maintenance volunteers to possess basic repair experience.

As a volunteer, what do you get?
Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Inventory Maintenance & Repair

Transition Black Isle

18 High Street, Rosemarkie, IV10 8UF

Maintenance

Supporting adults of all ages who feel lonely or isolated.

The service is free and open to adults of all ages, genders, and their families - whether a young parent; new resident; someone living alone; someone who has had a change in circumstances; or an elderly person.

The duties and responsibilities of a befriender can be many and varied as the relationship is unique and tailored to the needs of the individual person. The volunteer will work closely within the parameters of the service agreement in place and the role description, in providing appropriate support to the client, carer and family members.

This may include
• Supporting clients in their own home by providing friendship and social support.
• Providing a listening ear.
• Providing 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).

befriender@soirbheas.org
07748 575 330

www.soirbheas.org/the-glens-befriending-service

Befriending Volunteer

Soirbheas

Glenurquhart and Strathglass

Befriending

🌟 Join the Black Isle Library of Things (BILoT) Working Group🌟

Drive the initiative forward by joining our working group. The group will meet monthly to discuss progress and support the development of the BILoT. Identify gaps in service provision ensuring locations are staffed and equipped. Support will be provided by Transition Black Isle and we are members of Circular Communities Scotland Share and Repair Network, providing wider learning and support from other sharing libraries across the Highlands and nationally.

Be part of a wider network providing support and resources:

The BILoT is led and supported by Transition Black Isle Transition Black Isle and the BILoT working group.

We are members of Circular Communities Scotland’s Share and Repair Network The Share & Repair Network – A project of Circular Communities Scotland. Share and Repair Network guides provide guidance and resources to support the set up and running of sharing libraries.

We use the inventory management system, MyTurn, to organise items and make them available again to be borrowed. https://blackislelibraryofthings.myturn.com/

We work closely with Inverness Tool Library learning from them and gaining advice and support from their experience running a local tool sharing library.

Black Isle Library of Things (BILoT) Working Group Member

Transition Black Isle

BILoT Rosemarkie / Online meetings

Trustee/Board Work

Making a difference

Our volunteers provide emotional support, practical help, information and guidance through the criminal justice system. We aim to empower people who have been impacted by crime, to move on with their lives.

Discuss service users’ needs by telephone, appointments and face-to-face contact, agreeing next steps at the end of each contact

Help service users feel more confident by arranging and conducting court familiarisation visits

Support service users in the court room and other appropriate locations on the day of the trial, liaising with court officials on behalf of the service users.

Feedback and agree follow-up actions with staff members

Provide administrative support in completing the service users journey

Support Volunteer

Victim Support Scotland

Shetland/Stornoway/Tain/Wick/Oban/Elgin/Inverness/Portree/Campbeltown/Lochgilphead

Advice and Support

Communications

Hours: Volunteer hours are flexible—contribute as much or as little time as suits you

Responsibilities:
- Engage with BILoT members to share news about borrowing sessions and skill-sharing events
- Create content to promote volunteering opportunities to expand the volunteer team and working group membership
- Create engaging content about the BILoT to grow membership and attract suitable donations of items
- Writing press releases and news stories
- Create content to share stories from borrowers, events and volunteers
- Promote the Black Isle Library of Things by attending local events and distributing flyers

NB. The Communications and Social Media volunteers will collaborate closely, leveraging each other's expertise to create and share engaging content that promotes the Black Isle Library of Things .

As a volunteer, what do you get?
- Become part of a team of local volunteers, all cheering you on
- Learn new skills like PAT testing, event planning, digital skills, etc.
- Support and training for the role where you can learn at your own speed

Communications

Transition Black Isle.

The Black Isle

Administration

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.

Lifeline Foster carer

Cats Protection Lifeline

Home

Animals

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.

RDA Volunteer

Highland Group RDA

Sandycroft, Reelig, Kirkhill, IV5 7PP

Animals

In & Highland schools, including Dingwall, Alness and Invergordon Academies, MCR have a full time "Pathways Coordinator" who works with small groups of pupils in S1 and S2 to increase confidence and social interaction.
From S3 onwards these individuals are offered a 1:1 Mentor, who is a volunteer from the local community, trained and supported by MCR Pathways.

Having a reliable, trusted adult in their life is transformational for our young people. Someone who believes in them, is their friend, doesn't judge them, listens to them, helps them grow and develop their skills. Young people then become more engaged with school, with their peers, with other adults - and have hope for the future.

We operate in term time only, within the school - you will be allocated a space each week with your mentee. Your PC will support you throughout your journey. Mentoring can be flexible to suit Mentors work patterns and family commitments. Mentors learn new skills and enjoy meeting other mentors in the area at our regular get togethers.

Mentor

MCR Pathways

Easter Ross

Mentoring/Peer Support

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.

Bereavement Counsellors

Cruse Scotland Bereavement Support

Highland/Island/Hybrid

Mental Health

The Highland Senior Citizens Network was formed in 1995 and provides a Collective Advocacy role on behalf of older people across the Highlands. Our motto is 'Nothing about us without us'. We have representation on NHS Highland and Highland Council committees and working parties relevant to the services provided for older people. We employ two part-time Coordinators.

We produce well received bi-monthly News-sheets which have a wide distribution. We have a growing membership of over 350 individual members and 99 local groups members.

We are always looking for potential trustees, from any background, who are motivated to improve and maintain the well being of older people in the Highlands.

We run an annual conference each September at which our members from across the region have an opportunity to meet and engage with speakers on a wide variety of issues.

Charity Trustee

Highland Senior Citizens Network

Hybrid/Home - Trustees meet at Inshes Church last Monday morning of each month. Can attend via Zoom.

Administration, Trustee/Board Work

A bit about this role
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.
What can you expect to be doing?
• Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• Keeping financial records from fundraising events
• Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
• Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
A bit more information about this role and the team
Come and help us make a huge difference to cats within your local area! Our fundraising volunteers play a key role in helping us raise money for our branches , and therefore be in a position to help as many cats as possible.
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided

Fundraising Team Leader Tain & District

Cats Protection

Tain & District area

Administration, Fundraising

A bit about this role...
As a charity we can help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations from our supporters. Raising funds is a key role in our charity, helping to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.

As a fundraising volunteer, we will support you every step of the way to ensure your time at Cats Protection is a positive and rewarding one. Whatever time you can give really does make a big difference We have lots of exciting activities to choose from for example attending a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, handling administrative tasks, or contributing to the development of new fundraising ideas. Whatever your skill set, this role could be perfect for you!

What can I expect to be doing?
As a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:

o face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, attending supermarket collections and monitoring collection boxes.
o online fundraising – assisting with online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised.
o bringing new ideas! - We always love to come up with new ideas to raise funds for cats and we’d love to help bring yours to life.
o engaging with your local branch and Fundraising Hub and feeling like an integral part of the team.

What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.

We're looking for someone with:
o Sympathy to cats and our values
o Happy to be part of a team of dedicated volunteers and employees.
o Flexible and adaptable to different events/activities
o Open to new ideas and ways of fundraising
o Good communication and team player

How much time is expected of me?
Our Fundraising Volunteer roles are very flexible, often certain times of the year are busier than others. You can choose your level of involvement to suit your schedule!

Fundraising Volunteer Tain and District

Cats Protection

Inverness and Nairn Area

Administration, Fundraising

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Portree shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Portree

Highland Hospice

Portree, Isle of Skye

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Fort William shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Fort William

Highland Hospice

Fort William

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Alness shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Alness

Highland Hospice

Alness

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Tain shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Tain

Highland Hospice

Tain

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Dornoch shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Dornoch

Highland Hospice

Dornoch

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Thurso shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Thurso

Highland Hospice

Thurso

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Wick shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Wick

Highland Hospice

Wick

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Grantown shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Grantown

Highland Hospice

Grantown

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Aviemore shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Aviemore

Highland Hospice

Aviemore

Retail

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Falcon Square shop.
You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Inverness Falcon Square

Highland Hospice

Inverness - Falcon Square

Retail

Ness Islands Railway is a charming miniature railway featuring 7¼-inch gauge trains. Guide customers to climb aboard one of our delightful locomotives for a scenic journey spanning over half a mile—an experience sure to enchant both children and adults. After their ride, they can stop by our kiosk to enjoy a selection of cold drinks and tasty snacks.

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all visitors of the railway.
• Operate the kiosk, selling cold drinks and snacks to customers.
• Collect ticket fares from passengers in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Handle cash transactions and operate both the till and card payment machine.
• Follow opening and closing procedures, including end-of-day cashing up.
• Adhere to organisational guidelines to ensure the smooth and safe running of the railway.

Ness Islands Railway Volunteer

Highland Hospice

Whin Park, Bught Road, Inverness

Heritage, Outdoors

Love a good chat over a cuppa?
Want to help reduce loneliness in your community?

Join our Helping Hands team as a Brew & Blether social group coordinator and bring people together for friendly, informal gatherings that make a real difference

What you’ll do:
✅ Organise social sessions for clients & volunteers
✅ Book venues & arrange refreshments
✅ Coordinate volunteer support
✅ Help create a warm, welcoming space for all

You’ll need to be:
✔ Organised & reliable
✔ Friendly & compassionate
✔ Comfortable supporting people with declining health
✔ Willing to complete PVG check (we’ll help!)

Full training provided + regular team catch-ups!

Interested?
Call 01463 227902 or visit https://highlandhospice.org/how-you-can-help/volunteer-roles/helping-hands-social-group-co-ordinator to get started!

Helping Hands Social Group Co-ordinator

Highland Hospice

Highland Hospice, Ness House, 1 Bishops Road, Inverness and external at various venues

Befriending

Aim or goal of position:
By the River Café @ Highland Hospice provides members of the public, patient visitors, staff and
volunteers with home baking, snacks and lunches and is a valuable source of fundraising for the
Hospice. The café is counter service and volunteers serve teas, coffees, baking and light lunches
prepared in the kitchen.
Main responsibilities:
- To provide high standards of customer care to all who visit the café
- To serve home baking, snacks, soup and lunches to customers
- To handle cash and operate the computerized till and card machine
- To operate the coffee machine
- To clear tables and keep the café looking presentable for customers entering
- To operate the dishwasher when required and return clean dishes to the café
- To follow open / close down procedures for the café including cashing up and cleaning the
coffee machine

By the River Café Volunteer

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Cooking

Our shops help fund Hospice care in the Highlands. As a retail volunteer you will work as part of the team with the Shop Manager to keep the shop open and to generate income from the sale of donated and new goods. We have 15 shops located across the Highlands including our Harbour Road shop.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash, help 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. Volunteers will gain retail experience, meet people, help the community and gain confidence.

Retail Volunteer - Harbour Road, Inverness

Highland Hospice

Harbour Road - Inverness

Retail

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. Our 15 shops are located across the Highlands.

You will be providing a high standard of customer care, sorting and pricing donations. You will operate the till and handle cash and help keep the shop tidy and clean.

Retail Volunteer - Nairn

Highland Hospice

Nairn

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Nairn Bookshop

Highland Hospice

Nairn

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Nairn Shop

Highland Hospice

Nairn

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Falcon Square, Inverness

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Inverness, Harbour Road Shop

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Beauly Shop

Highland Hospice

Beauly

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Alness Shop

Highland Hospice

Alness

Retail

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.

Retail Volunteer - Tain Shop

Highland Hospice

Tain

Retail

Become a volunteer mentor with MCR Pathways. Share one hour a week with a young person at a secondary school local to you. Provide support and encouragement, to help them realise their talents, potential and build their confidence towards a positive post-school destination.

The young people on the mentoring programme are usually in S3 to S6, and are living with a disadvantage which may create a barrier to their education. This could be social work involvement, living with a breavement, dealing with addiction issues at home, or being a young carer. Each young person and situation is unique, and we carefully match mentors to young people based on experiences, interests and personality.

Our mentors are from all walks of life, with a range of life experiences and all ages (over 21). We ask for our volunteers to be a reliable and consistent support to one young person for a minimum of one school year.

Schools where we currently run the MCR Pathways programme in the Highlands and Islands are:
Inverness High School, Inverness Royal Academy, Culloden Academy, Nairn Academy, Dingwall Academy, Allness Academy, Invergordon Academy, Wick High School, Golspie High School, Lochaber High School, Nicolson Instritute (Stornoway)

MCR Pathways Mentor

MCR Pathways

In a secondary school local to you - Inverness, Nairn, Dingwall, Alness, Invergordon, Golspie, Wick, Lochaber

Mentoring/Peer Support

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're looking for volunteers from all walks of life to provide essential transport to our core members with learning disabilities.* By offering as little as a couple of hours each week, or as much as a full day, you will help adults with learning disabilities to attend social groups, community gatherings, days out and trips, appointments, work or volunteering commitments. You will thereby contribute to the vital social inclusion of individuals who can often be marginalised or isolated, particularly in the Highlands where transport is limited. We also hope you will become a part of our thriving community, building trusting, mutually fulfilling relationships with adults with learning disabilities, and developing connections that will remain with you for life.

For further details about what we have on offer, or to apply, please contact Haroun Hameed, Volunteer Coordinator, at haroun.hameed@larche.org.uk - or fill out an interest form through our website (link below). We really appreciate your interest.

*This role would primarily involve driving our community car, or mobility vehicles owned by our members with learning disabilities. There is an option to drive personal vehicles if willing, dependent on vehicle checks and adequate business insurance. See the job description attached for full details.

Volunteer Driver

L'Arche Highland

Inverness

Befriending, Driving, Mentoring/Peer Support

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
• Assisting in our woodwork, candles or life skills workshops
• Helping out with community events and gatherings
• Gardening
• Creative work such as art, music, or drama
• Sharing a particular skill or talent
• Driving
• …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 work with you to find a role that suits your unique talents, skills and interests. We will support 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 - or fill out an interest form through our website (link below). We really appreciate your interest.

Volunteer

L'Arche Highland

Inverness

Befriending, Mental Health, Mentoring/Peer Support

Groam House Museum is looking for a Volunteer Museum Treasurer to support the day-to-day financial administration of the museum, working closely with the Museum Manager and Charity Treasurer (Trustee).
This is a well-defined, supported role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers but does not want sole responsibility or pressure.

What the role involves
Depending on your interests and availability, tasks may include:
• Recording income and expenditure
• Processing invoices and payments
• Bank reconciliations
• Supporting payroll and pension administration
• Preparing simple monthly financial reports
• Helping keep financial systems organised and up to date

Time commitment & flexibility
• Flexible hours to suit you
• Can be done primarily from home
• Ideal for someone retired, semi-retired, studying, or balancing other commitments
• We are open to a phased or shared role

Volunteer Museum Treasurer (Supported Role)

Groam House Museum Office

Rosemarkie and Remote

Administration, Heritage

Why We Want You:
Nursing Support Volunteers will assist our CHAS at Home team in families own homes. You will work closely with the staff providing an ‘extra pair of hands’ as well as providing high quality care to children and young people.  By volunteering with the CHAS at Home team you will be helping CHAS to provide the highest quality care and support for children and families.
“The service that you offer at home - it is just so much more than respite. For us it feels like an extension of our family coming into help and bringing joy and fun into our lives. The CHAS at Home team are a very special and unique group of individuals that I have never found elsewhere, nothing is too much trouble and they don't see challenges only possibilities. Truly amazing!” (Quote from a CHAS family member)

What You Will Be Doing:
Helping to care for a child in their own home, alongside a member of staff. Undertaking personal care, moving and handling of people and equipment.
You may also be asked to assist with play activities: spending time with a child- play, storytelling, watching a movie

The Skills You Need:
Experience of working in (or towards) a care or clinical role, or personal experience of a caring role. Understanding of working with children with complex needs. An ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Good communication skills both verbal and written.
Empathy, sensitivity, non-judgemental. Adhere to rules around GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality

Contact:
Please see Volunteering Opportunities on the CHAS Website, or contact Emma Steel - Outreach Volunteer Co-ordinator, at emmasteel@chas.org.uk for further information.

Outreach Nursing Support Volunteer

CHAS

Inverness and Surrounding Areas

Advice and Support, Children and Young People

Join GWT as we work towards a Scotland where generations are more connected. If you would like to get involved in intergenerational work, learn more about the practice, and help strengthen community connections across the Highlands, this could be the perfect volunteer role for you!

As an Intergenerational Community Connector, key duties include:

• Help one of our development team members plan and run 2–3 local network meetings each year.
• Spread the word about the benefits of intergenerational work within your community.
• Share and promote GWT events, meetings, publications, and training opportunities.
• Connect with local groups and encourage them to showcase their intergenerational projects through the network and GWT.

Intergenerational Community Connector

Generations Working Together

Home

Advice and Support, Various

The Highlands Supports Refugees are looking for volunteers to help with their fundraising efforts going into 2026 as well as assistance with marketing and social media volunteer. It's been a busy year shipping aid around the globe and helping asylum seekers and refugees here in the Highlands, and now we're in much need of some funds! We are also looking to update our facebook page and website on a regular basis.

If this is something you might be interested in please get in touch with the charity's chair, James on james.thsr@gmail.com or 07568 559477.

Volunteer fundraiser co-ordinator / Marketing and social media/website volunteer co-ordinator

The Highlands Supports Refugees

Highland

Administration, Fundraising, Trustee/Board Work

Are you looking for a volunteer role where you can make a difference by raising vital funds for Guide Dogs? With little time to spare, you can still join your local fundraising group at events or collections as a Volunteer Fundraiser.

Our fundraising groups are an important presence in our local communities. They organise a wide range of events and collections that raise vital awareness and funds for our life-changing services that support people with sight loss.

In this flexible role, you can get involved as much or as little as works for you.

You can help by:

Getting involved and supporting local events run by your team, which could include anything from quiz nights to coffee mornings, to collections or sponsored walks.
Using your communication skills to chat and tell people about Guide Dogs and why we need their support.
Helping spread the word about your team’s events on social media and to your local networks.
Using your imagination and creativity to suggest new fundraising ideas that could raise money for Guide Dogs. All suggestions are welcome!

What you'll get:
In this team role, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our vital services.
This is a flexible volunteer role where you can give as little or as much time as you want. You can fit your volunteering around any other responsibilities or commitments that you have.
This volunteering role is a great opportunity to meet new people and build your communication and interpersonal skills.
You’ll have lots of fun socialising and attending a wide range of different events.
You’ll get to meet incredible dogs – from puppies and guide dogs in training to qualified guide dogs working in partnerships.
You’ll have a dedicated volunteer manager and a team of volunteers who all support each other.
Volunteering should never leave you out of pocket. We pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us, including travel costs.

Any questions? Contact Emma at VolAttractNorth@guidedogs.org.uk

Fundraiser

Guide Dogs Scotland

Aviemore and surrounding areas

Fundraising

Come and be part of a welcoming team celebrating diversity and inclusion in Lochaber. Gain valuable experience in event management and digital communications and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Lochaber Pride is a community-led celebration of LGBTQ+ identity, equality, and inclusion in the Highlands. Founded to bring visibility and joy to Lochaber, Pride is more than a parade—it’s a movement that fosters acceptance, educates, and builds connections across generations. Each year, we host vibrant events filled with music, art, and storytelling, creating a safe and welcoming space for everyone. Volunteering with Lochaber Pride means joining a passionate team dedicated to amplifying voices, supporting diversity, and ensuring our rural communities feel seen and valued. Whether helping behind the scenes, supporting on the day, or sharing skills year-round, volunteers are at the heart of making Pride possible. Together, we celebrate love, resilience, and the power of community.

What we need help with:
Supporting our social media channels - content creation, scheduling posts and engaging with followers

Assisting with logistics planning and execution for our Pride events - co-ordination, set-up, stewarding and general event support

Volunteers

Lochaber Pride

Lochaber

Various

We’re looking for friendly people to join our front-line team as Receptionists, with regular Monday shifts welcoming patients and clients

Netley Reception Volunteer image
Are you warm, welcoming, and passionate about helping others? We’re looking for friendly and professional individuals to join our front-line team as a Receptionist.

As the first point of contact for patient, clients and visitors to our Community Services Team, our Netley receptionists play a vital role in creating a positive and comforting experience for everyone who comes through our doors. You’ll be part of a supportive team, helping to deliver essential reception and administrative services while maintaining the cheerful and compassionate atmosphere that makes our Hospice so special.

Netley Reception

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Administration

We are currently seeking Volunteer Ward Clerks to join our team within the Inpatient Unit, and we are also looking for reserve volunteers who can help cover holidays and sickness.

Volunteer Ward Clerks play a vital role in supporting the nursing team by welcoming visitors, answering phone calls, and (during weekday shifts) assisting with administrative tasks. This support allows our nurses to focus fully on patient care.

We have weekend vacancies for this role. Weekend shifts can be quieter than weekdays, but they are equally important—you’ll still be greeting visitors and managing calls, ensuring the unit runs smoothly.

If you’re interested in being part of this essential service, either as a regular weekend volunteer or as a reserve to provide cover when needed, we’d love to hear from you.

Ward Reception

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Administration

Retail Volunteer - Academy Street, Inverness

Highland Hospice

Inverness

Retail

Our registered charity currently run three shops, all situated on Kingussie High Street. These are our Bookshop, Charity Shop and "The Hub", which sells furniture, bric-a-brac, high end clothing and contains out community foodshare facility. We are looking for extra volunteers to help keep us going. The amount of time we are asking for is whatever you wish to spare. Our shops open from 10am - 4.30pm, Tuesday - Saturday. There is no set day or time you would expected to attend; that is entirely up to you.

Tasks involved entail dealing face to face with the public, making sales, operating the till, sorting donations, and setting up shop displays. There is usually always someone else to help, and we aim to make volunteering in our shops both fun and enjoyable. Many of our volunteers tell us that they gain a great deal of satisfaction from their time spent volunteering with us.

Want to know more about who we are and what we do? Check us out on out website, Facebook or Instagram.

General Volunteer

Caberfeidh Horizons

Kingussie

Various

Being a parent is hard for everyone; for some it can be overwhelming. Some of us have fantastic support networks of family and friends to help, some of us don't. Your knowledge and experience as a mum, dad, grandparent or carer could help you provide the vital support a family needs and make a positive difference to their lives.

Whatever your background if you have a few hours to spare, can listen and empathise and have the ability to offer emotional and occasional practical support this can make a big difference to a parent or carer and their children in your local area.

If you could give as little as two hours a week to support a family then please get in touch.

Family Support Volunteer - Inverness

Home-Start East Highland

Inverness

Children and Young People, Befriending, Mentoring/Peer Support

Merchandise Coordinator
Do you have free space within your home? Have you got a creative streak? Are you interested in seeing one of our adorable guide dog teddies? If you have answered yes to all three, then this could be the perfect role for you!

In this role, you will be part of a group of like-minded people helping to swoon people’s heart through displaying our adorable teddies and other materials to raise funds and awareness.

What you’ll be doing
In this creative volunteer role, your support will include:

Using your imagination to create creative displays of merchandise for events.
Storing stock within your home and helping to dispatch the materials for events.
Ordering more teddies, pens, badges, and other materials for local events to help capture the interest of the general public.

You’ll ideally have:
Good organisation and planning skills.
A creative touch for displaying merchandise.
Space within your home to store merchandise.
If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible, so please just get in touch on volunteer@guidedogs.org.uk.

What you’ll get
The satisfaction in knowing you are supporting people with sight loss to live actively, independently, and well, through helping to raise funds for our services.
An opportunity to share your skills in merchandising or develop new skills for future career development.
To have fun interacting with others, including people within Guide Dogs and members of the public.
A dedicated volunteer manager and fellow peers who will help support you throughout your role.

Merchandise Coordinator

Guide Dogs

Inverness

Animals, Fundraising, Retail

Could you help inspire and motivate a team of volunteer Fundraisers in your local area as a Fundraising Group Coordinator or support them to get things done as the Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator?

In these leadership roles you can use your skills to make a huge difference to people’s lives. In return, you’ll gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

What you’ll be doing as a Fundraising Group Coordinator
You can make the Fundraising Group Coordinator role your own - you can take on as much or little as works for you, with the option to share the role. You’ll also have the full support of the team and your Guide Dogs volunteer manager.

You can help by:

Using your fantastic people skills to bring the team together and offer support and encouragement to other volunteers.
Bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to help the team develop new ideas and activities that will raise funds for Guide Dogs.
Putting your excellent organisation skills to good use by managing the team’s calendar and making sure the events are supported.
Leading the fundraising group meetings.
Using your local networks and connections to work with businesses, shops, schools, libraries and groups in your area to host events.
Be an ambassador for Guide Dogs by sharing stories and information about the impact of our services.
Inspire more volunteers to join Guide Dogs and become fundraising volunteers.
How is the Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator role different?
The Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator role can make all the difference and help your group smash their goal! You can chat with the Fundraising Group Coordinator about how you share the role and what areas you both can concentrate on.

Some of the points below could be similar to the Group Coordinator role, however these can be adapted to what you and the group needs.

You can help by:

Building lasting partnerships with the fundraising groups and your local community, inspiring people to get involved and have fun.
Bringing your own ideas and personality to the group, the more great minds that we get together the better plans we can make.
Working with the Fundraising Group Coordinator to share the organisation between you; this is all about working to you and your group’s strengths.
Leading the fundraising group when the Group Coordinator is away.
Talking to local businesses and identifying places that can host and get involved in events, bringing these suggestions to the group and working together to make these plans a reality.
Championing Guide Dogs and our work, sharing our stories in your local community.
Inspiring more volunteers to join Guide Dogs and become fundraising volunteers.

What you’ll get
In these important volunteer roles, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for vital services.
You’ll meet lots of new people, including people whose lives you are impacting.
You’ll also get to meet incredible dogs – from puppies and guide dogs in training to qualified guide dogs working in partnerships.
You’ll visit new places and enjoy fun days out with your team.
You can share your existing skills and develop new skills as we’ll also provide all the training you need for the role.
You’ll have a dedicated volunteer manager and a team of volunteers who will help support you throughout your role.
Volunteering should never leave you out of pocket. We pay reasonable expenses related to your volunteering with us, including travel costs.

Fundraising Group Coordinator, or Deputy Coordinator

Guide Dogs

Inverness

Animals, Fundraising

In this flexible role, you can get involved as much or as little as works for you.

You can help by:

Getting involved and supporting local events run by your team, which could include anything from quiz nights to coffee mornings, to collections or sponsored walks.
Using your communication skills to chat and tell people about Guide Dogs and why we need their support.
Helping spread the word about your team’s events on social media and to your local networks.
Using your imagination and creativity to suggest new fundraising ideas that could raise money for Guide Dogs. All suggestions are welcome!

What you'll get
In this team role, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our vital services.
This is a flexible volunteer role where you can give as little or as much time as you want. You can fit your volunteering around any other responsibilities or commitments that you have.
This volunteering role is a great opportunity to meet new people and build your communication and interpersonal skills.
You’ll have lots of fun socialising and attending a wide range of different events.
You’ll get to meet incredible dogs – from puppies and guide dogs in training to qualified guide dogs working in partnerships.
You’ll have a dedicated volunteer manager and a team of volunteers who all support each other.
Volunteering should never leave you out of pocket. We pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us, including travel costs.

Fundraiser

Guide Dogs

Inverness

Animals, Fundraising

The Highland Third Sector Interface is a Scottish Registered Charity SC043521 and a Scottish Registered Company SC425808

HTSI is an independent charity on a mission to support, encourage and inspire work with community groups, clubs, charities and other third sector organisations throughout Highland.

Address:

Thorfin House,

Bridgend Business Park,

Dingwall, IV15 9SL

Email:
General Enquiries: enquiry@highlandtsi.org.uk

Organisational Support: TSIservices@highlandtsi.org.uk

Phone:

Telephone: 01349 864289

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