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Are you looking for a way to spend more time outdoors, enjoy the company of animals, meet new people? At Lochview Rural Training we are looking for volunteers to join us. There is no minimum commitment and no expectation of regular attendance. By volunteering with us, you can: Spend time with our livestock Help in our polytunnel and growing areas Enjoy the fresh air Take home some produce from the polytunnel Create a new poultry area Build raised veg beds Design and build a new egg and produce honesty box Etc Come and enjoy the outdoors, help create something special and be part of the Lochview Rural Training community

Outdoors Volunteer

Lochview Rural Training

Lairg

Animals, Maintenance, Outdoors

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We are seeking friendly, empathetic individuals to join Badenoch and Strathspey Community Connections as volunteer telephonists. You will be the welcoming voice of our organisation, providing information and support to local residents. Key Responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for service users requesting community transport. Carefully take and accurately record all necessary booking details. Efficiently resolve and coordinate transport requests using our scheduling systems.

Volunteer Telephonist

Badenoch and Strathspey Community ConnXions

2 Inverewe, Grampian Road, Aviemore

Administration, Various

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Our Day Services volunteers directly support people living with dementia to communicate and actively participate in hobbies, interests and activities they enjoy within a small group setting. If you are aged 16 and over and have a few hours on a regular basis to offer, Alzheimer Scotland wants to hear from you! This role would work across 2 bases. Our service in Tain which runs on a Monday & Friday 09:30-16:30 & our service in Dingwall which runs on a Tuesday & Thursday 09:30-16:30. We run two session each day a morning session running from 10:00-13:00 and an afternoon session running from 13:30-16:30, meaning you would be welcome to volunteer however suits – a morning shift, afternoon shift or both.

Support Volunteer

Alzheimer Scotland

Tain & Dingwall

Administration, Befriending, Mental Health

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As a Volunteer Peer, you will offer informal peer support through listening, conversation and encouragement. You will help people feel welcome, connect with others and get involved in Discovery College activities. You may also: • Welcome and support people using the Discovery College Lounge. • Encourage positive wellbeing conversations and connection with others. • Promote Discovery College courses, activities and events. • Signpost people to further support where appropriate. • Help with refreshments, learning materials and keeping the lounge welcoming. Where appropriate, you may draw on your own lived experience to support others. This is not a counselling or clinical role, and you will be supported to maintain appropriate boundaries. ABOUT YOU We are looking for people who are: • Friendly, empathetic and non-judgemental. • Good listeners and comfortable talking to others. • Reliable and able to work as part of a team. • Respectful of confidentiality and individual differences. • Willing to learn. Lived experience of mental health challenges, or supporting someone with mental health challenges, is welcomed but not essential. MAKE A DIFFERENCE Discovery College is built around Connection, Hope, Identity, Meaning and Empowerment (CHIME). By volunteering with us, you can help create a place where people feel welcomed, valued and connected. Interested? Contact us at hr@centred.scot and ask for an application form.

Volunteer Peer

Discovery College

Inverness or Wick

Mental Health, Mentoring/Peer Support

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Join our wonderful retail team at New Start Highland on Carsegate Road, Inverness. We are looking for positive, reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to support the day-to-day running of our charity shop(s) by providing excellent customer service, maintain an attractive shopping environment and helping generate income that directly supports our charities mission and values. We are open 7 days a week and therefore, volunteer shift times and days are built around what you can offer. Tasks include, but not limited to: -Welcome and assist customers in a friendly, respectful and professional manner -Sorting, rotating, pricing stock -Engaging with members of the public, assisting with their enquiries or help where needed -Processing sales through our till system (handling cash/card payments) -Housekeeping tasks to ensure our retail outlets are clean and presentable at all times -Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and team members -Support and encourage one and other, implementing our core values at all times We are looking for individuals who are motivated about giving back to their community, and keen to support and encourage our existing volunteers and service users too. We ask that you are friendly and approachable, with good communication skills. You are reliable, honest and able to work as part of a team, but equally, can work independently where required (only once you are confident in your role and fully trained).

Retail Assistant

New Start Highland

Inverness - Carsegate Road

Retail

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Join our wonderful retail team at New Start Highland in Dingwall. We are looking for positive, reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to support the day-to-day running of our charity shop(s) by providing excellent customer service, maintain an attractive shopping environment and helping generate income that directly supports our charities mission and values. We are open 6 days a week and therefore, allocated volunteer shift times and days can be built around what you can offer. Tasks include, but not limited to: -Welcome and assist customers in a friendly, respectful and professional manner -Sorting, rotating, pricing stock -Engaging with members of the public, assisting with their enquiries or help where needed -Processing sales through our till system (handling cash/card payments) -Housekeeping tasks to ensure our retail outlets are clean and presentable at all times -Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and team members -Support and encourage one and other, implementing our core values at all times We are looking for individuals who are motivated about giving back to their community, and keen to support and encourage our existing volunteers and service users too. We ask that you are friendly and approachable, with good communication skills. You are reliable, honest and able to work as part of a team, but equally, can work independently where required (only once you are confident in your role and fully trained).

Retail Assistant

New Start Highland

Dingwall

Retail

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Join our wonderful retail team at New Start Highland - Nairn! We are looking for positive, reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to support the day-to-day running of our charity shop(s) by providing excellent customer service, maintain an attractive shopping environment and helping generate income that directly supports our charities mission and values. We work with you so that your allocated volunteer shift time is built around what you can offer. Tasks include, but not limited to: -Welcome and assist customers in a friendly, respectful and professional manner -Sorting, rotating, pricing stock -Engaging with members of the public, assisting with their enquiries or help where needed -Processing sales through our till system (handling cash/card payments) -Housekeeping tasks to ensure our retail outlets are clean and presentable at all times -Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and team members -Support and encourage one and other, implementing our core values at all times We are looking for individuals who are motivated about giving back to their community, and keen to support and encourage our existing volunteers and service users too. We ask that you are friendly and approachable, with good communication skills. You are reliable, honest and able to work as part of a team, but equally, can work independently where required (only once you are confident in your role and fully trained).

Retail Assistant

New Start Highland

Nairn

Retail

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Volunteering in TYKES charity shop involves helping with the daily running of the shop, including sorting and pricing donations, arranging displays, and keeping the shop tidy and welcoming. This work helps raise important funds to support the charity’s mission. Our volunteers also assist customers and create a friendly atmosphere, strengthening community connections. The role offers valuable experience in teamwork and customer service while contributing to a worthwhile cause.

Charity Shop Volunteer

TYKES

Golspie

Children and Young People

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The Haven Centre is looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to support our café, which sits at the heart of the centre and provides a welcoming space for families, visitors and the wider community. By giving your time as a volunteer, you will be helping to create a warm, inclusive environment for children, young people and adults with additional support needs, as well as their families. Your time helps us keep the centre open, welcoming and available to those who need it most. What you will be doing: - Supporting the day-to-day running of the café. - Helping with preparing and serving food and drinks. - Keeping the café clean, tidy and welcoming. - Chatting with visitors and helping people feel comfortable in the space. - Assisting staff during busy periods and events.

Cafe Assistant (Volunteer)

The Haven Centre (Elsie Normington Foundation)

The Haven Centre, 45 Murray Rd, Inverness

Cooking, Retail, Various

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Join Our Café 1668 Volunteer Team Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Café 1668, a warm and welcoming not-for-profit café located in Inverness, is seeking dedicated volunteers like you to help us create a supportive environment for all. Why Volunteer with Café 1668? • Purposeful Work: By volunteering, you’ll contribute to our mission of providing both paying customers and those in need with nourishing meals. • Community Connection: Our café is a hub where people come together. Be part of a team that fosters connections and supports one another. • Career Development: Whether you’re interested in hospitality or simply love sustainable food, Café 1668 offers a great learning environment. • Reducing Food Waste: Join us in our commitment to minimising food waste and promoting sustainability. • Building Confidence: Volunteering at Café 1668 is an opportunity to grow personally and professionally. Volunteer Roles: • Front of House Volunteer: Welcome customers, prepare and serve teas and coffees, take orders, operate the till, serve food and drinks, restock the community food larder, light cleaning, and help create a friendly and welcoming environment. • Kitchen Porter / Dishwasher Volunteer: Support the cafe team by washing dishes, keeping the kitchen clean and organised, distributing food donations, and assisting with general kitchen duties to help the cafe run smoothly during bust periods. Qualities We Value: • Motivation and Reliability: Show up consistently and bring your enthusiasm. • Empathy and Understanding: Treat everyone with kindness and respect. • Passion for Good Food and Coffee: Share our commitment to quality. • Desire to Learn: Be curious and embrace the learning opportunities within our social enterprise. Join our team at Café 1668 and be part of something meaningful. For further details please email: val@highlandtsi.org.uk

Cafe Volunteers

Cafe 1668

86 Church Street, Inverness

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Lochaber Hope provides support to people across Lochaber, helping them cope with a wide range of sensitive and personal issues. We are a person-centred organisation and believe that everyone has the ability within themselves to reach their own potential. Our staff and volunteers work and learn closely together to create a safe, inspiring, and positive environment where people can explore their strengths, overcome barriers, and feel supported. We offer a range of volunteering opportunities to suit different interests, skills, and availability. Roles may include mentoring, supporting peer support groups, and getting involved in other community activities. If you’re interested in volunteering with Lochaber Hope, we would be delighted to hear from you. Where suitable opportunities are available, we’ll work with you to find a role that matches your interests, skills, and availability.

Various Volunteering Opportunities

Lochaber Hope

Waverley House, High Street, Fort William

Mentoring/Peer Support, Various

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Looking to volunteer in the Cairngorms National Park? Volunteer Cairngorms brings together a wide range of volunteering opportunities from the Cairngorms National Park Authority and partner organisations. Whether you're interested in conservation, wildlife, community projects, health walks, outdoor access or citizen science, there are opportunities to suit a range of interests, skills and availability. Opportunities are updated throughout the year and vary in location, time commitment and experience required. Visit their website to browse current opportunities and register your interest through the Volunteer Cairngorms website.

Volunteer Cairngorms

Cairngorms National Park Authority

Across the Cairngorms National Park

Conservation, Outdoors, Various

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Highland Foodbank provides short-term, emergency support to people across the Highlands who are experiencing food insecurity. As part of the Trussell community of food banks, they work to ensure that no one faces hunger alone while also addressing the wider issues that cause food insecurity. Warehouse Support Volunteers help support the day-to-day work of Highland Foodbank behind the scenes. This role may suit people who prefer a practical, behind-the-scenes volunteering opportunity while still making a valuable contribution to the work of Highland Foodbank. Warehouse volunteer opportunities are currently available only in Inverness.

Warehouse Support Volunteer

Highland Foodbank

Inverness

Various

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Highland Foodbank provides short-term, emergency support to people across the Highlands who are experiencing food insecurity. As part of the Trussell community of food banks, they work to ensure that no one faces hunger alone while also addressing the wider issues that cause food insecurity. They are reliant on volunteers and support from our local community. As a Highland Foodbank Volunteer, you will welcome and support clients who may be experiencing challenging circumstances, helping to prepare and distribute food parcels while providing a kind, friendly and non-judgemental presence. Highland Foodbank is currently recruiting volunteers for its Inverness, Dingwall and Alness centres. Volunteer opportunities are available on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12.00 pm to 2.00 pm in Inverness, Tuesdays from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm in Dingwall, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm in Alness. Volunteers may also be asked to support with set-up and other tasks around these times.

Highland Foodbank Volunteer – Inverness, Dingwall & Alness

Highland Foodbank

Inverness, Dingwall and Alness

Various

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Clarity Walk is one of our free initiatives here at Centred. The service offers free group walks in and around Inverness for people experiencing isolation, loneliness, or mental and/or physical health issues. The walks provide a supportive, inclusive space to connect with others in nature. The walks are open to everyone, although many participants do experience physical, mental, or social challenges. About the Walks - Open to everyone - Range of walks from gentle 2-mile walks, up to half-day hikes - Inclusive and supportive for all abilities We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help lead walks. - Commit to as little as 2 walks per month - Full training provided - Must be approachable, reasonably fit, and confident working with diverse groups - Driving license and access to own vehicle is a plus

Volunteer Walk Leaders

Clarity Walk by Centred (Scotland)

Inverness

Befriending, Fitness/Sports, Mental Health

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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.

MCR Pathways Mentor - Thurso High School

MCR Pathways

Thurso High School

Mentoring/Peer Support

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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.

MCR Pathways Mentor - Tain Royal Academy

MCR Pathways

Tain Royal Academy

Mentoring/Peer Support

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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

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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

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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

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Help us grow trees to be planted along local riverbanks to shade, protect and feed endangered Atlantic Salmon and other vulnerable species of wildlife. - Hands on learning - Seed collecting - Seed sowing - Transplanting - Propagating cuttings - Tree identification - And various other fun activities! The Tree Hatchery Opposite Gearrchoille wood car park. East of Ardgay A836. What 3 Words: ///such.helpful.flippers

Volunteer

Kyle of Sutherland Rivers Trust

The Tree Hatchery, Ardgay

Conservation

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At Highland Hospice, we believe that everyone in the Highlands facing life‑shortening illness, death, or bereavement deserves the highest standard of care and support. Our aim is to provide compassionate, person-centered hospice care to those we support and their families. Listening to the experiences of the people who use our services is essential. Their feedback helps us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. As a volunteer in this role, you will play a key role in gathering these valuable insights, enabling us to continually enhance the quality of care we provide.

Hospice Services Experience Volunteer

Highland Hospice

Highland Hospice

Administration, Advice and Support

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Help Grantown Remakery respond to enquiries about clock repairs and support the repair, restoration and reuse of valued items. Many items have practical, financial or sentimental value, and your skills will help keep them in use for longer. Typical Tasks: Assess clocks brought to Grantown Remakery Advise whether repairs are possible Carry out repairs where appropriate Signpost customers to specialist services when required Share knowledge with staff and volunteers Benefits: Use specialist skills in a meaningful way Help preserve traditional craftsmanship Support sustainability and repair culture Share knowledge with others Contribute to a local community project

Clock Repair Volunteer

Grantown Remakery

Grantown Remakery Workshop/ flexible

Arts, Conservation, Various

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Help restore and repair donated furniture and textiles, enabling more items to be reused, resold and kept in circulation. This role supports our commitment to sustainability while helping us share practical repair skills with staff, volunteers and members of the community. Typical Tasks: Upholstery and furniture restoration projects Sewing repairs and alterations Assessing suitable repair methods Share knowledge and practical skills with staff and volunteers where appropriate Helping maintain workshop equipment and materials Benefits: Share valuable practical skills Work on a variety of restoration projects Support sustainability and waste reduction Meet like-minded people Help preserve traditional repair skills

Upholstery and Sewing Volunteer

Grantown Remakery Workshop

Grantown Remakery Workshop

Arts, Conservation, Various

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The Volunteer Patient Programme in Inverness is now well established having been set up in 2008. The programme is run from our state of the art training facility at the Clinical Skills Centre housed within the Highland Medical Education Centre. We rely on members of the public from all walks of life and all ages to volunteer for a few sessions throughout the year. The volunteers contribute towards the Education and Assessment of Medical Students and Post Graduate (PG) Medical/Nurse trainees by helping to provide a realistic learning opportunity where the students can gain confidence and competence in a safe environment. Volunteer Patients play a vital role in healthcare training. There is no prior training or experience necessary to be selected to join the programme. We look for people of all age groups. You don’t need any “acting” experience. All we ask is that Volunteer Patients be reliable and commit to the educational sessions. We cover travel expenses and also provide refreshments. There is a friendly atmosphere and an opportunity to meet other volunteers.

Simulated Patient

NHS Highland/Highland Medical Education

UHI House, Inverness and Online

Various

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🚗 Volunteer Delivery Van Driver Needed We’re looking for a friendly and reliable volunteer driver to help support our social enterprise café team. 🧭 What you’ll do: Deliver catering in and around the Inverness area using our Ford Transit van. ⏰ Time commitment: Typically 2-3 hours per week (usually late morning/early lunch time). Extra hours may be required during busy times/staff holidays. ✅ What you’ll need: Full UK driving licence A positive attitude and reliability Good communication skills

Volunteer Van Driver

Calman Trust (Café Artysans)

Inverness

Driving

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Assisting with the daily tasks incurred in the warehouse. Including but not limited to; - Loading and unloading vans and lorries - Following appropriate procedures for new donations (acceptance, cleaning, distributing) - Engaging/interacting with members of the public & New Start Highland team members - Stock Rotation - Helping with start of day / end of day routines - Working in a safe manner, in accordance with Health & Safety guidelines (training provided) We are looking for volunteers who are enthusiastic to join the existing warehouse team, complimenting and contributing to the work we do. Being able to use initiative and work independently. A good attitude, strong reliability, being physically fit and capable are key characteristics to this role. Role advertised at a minimum of 4 hours per week; shift times either 0900 - 1300 or 1200 - 1600. Days available; Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. Opportunity to volunteer in this role for 1x 4hour shift, or 2x 4hour shifts, per week depending on personal preference and availability.

Warehouse Assistant

New Start Highland

Inverness

Various

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Caithness Pride is looking for volunteers to help on the day: June 20th. We are looking for volunteers for a wide range of roles with varying time and physical commitment: there is something for everyone! The only essential requirement is that you want to help Caithness put on a fantastic Pride! If interested, please email SteppingOutCaithness@hotmail.com or message our Facebook page @SteppingOut. Caithness Pride is truly a community endeavour celebrating community, inclusion, and support for our LGBTQ community up north. After an incredible first Pride in 2025 with 1000 participants, we are working hard to make it bigger and better than ever with lots of entertainment, activities, arts and crafts, games, merchants and more. We are looking for volunteers to help with monitoring/directing traffic, stewarding the march, helping set up and take down tents and gazebos, directing visitors, decorating, litter picking, over-seeing different areas of activity, providing technical assistance with sound, chaperoning performers, mobility assistance, and general event help. No experience necessary!

Event Volunteer

Caithness Pride- Stepping Out

THURSO

Various

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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

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We are now looking for compassionate, committed individuals to join us as Volunteer Community Workers, helping us grow awareness, strengthen community ties, and support families in meaningful ways. We are especially keen to welcome volunteers with group facilitation experience. As a Volunteer Community Worker, you will: ~ Build relationships with local schools, community groups, and organisations ~ Support and promote fundraising activities and awareness campaigns ~ Engage with bereaved families in a sensitive, compassionate manner ~ Help organise and assist at events, workshops, and community activities ~ Act as an ambassador for Anam Cara Fasgadh within your local area ~ Contribute ideas to help expand the charity’s reach and impact Contact Irene on info@anamcarafasgadh.org

Community Worker

Anam Cara Fasgadh

Highlands

Advice and Support, Mental Health, Mentoring/Peer Support

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Could you help inspire and motivate a team of volunteer Fundraisers on Skye as a Fundraising Group Coordinator? In this leadership role 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. 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. 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. Find out more and apply online: https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/how-you-can-help/volunteering/be-part-of-a-fundraising-group/fundraising-co-ordinator/ Or contact VolAttractNorth@guidedogs.org.uk

Skye Guide Dogs Fundraising Group Coordinator

Guide Dogs

Isle of Skye

Administration, Animals, Fundraising

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Are you creative? Do you have an interest in horses and supporting disabled riders? We need an enthusiastic IT and Content Creator to help boost our social media presence. You can do this from home but you are always welcome to come along, meet our horses and riders and be part of a friendly team. Perhaps you are a budding photographer, our horses are very photogenic and it would be super to let people see how wonderful they are. You would be required to maintain and update the Highland Group RDA website and advise on IT. It would be great if you could come to our events, or even organise some of your own for RDA. This is a role with a lot of scope for the right person.

IT Support /Website Content Creator Volunteer

Highland Group RDA

home

Administration

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Many people feel the need to get out and meet other people. The Chatty Café Scheme is addressing that need by creating “Chatty Tables” around the country, and for the last few weeks, people have been coming on a Tuesday morning to our Chatty Table in Café de Paulo in WASPS Creative Academy in Inverness, for a friendly chat and a drink. As they arrive, they are met by a volunteer who makes sure they feel welcome and that everything runs smoothly. We are looking for another volunteer. Our Chatty Table is proving popular and is making a real difference to people’s lives, so if you enjoy meeting people and would like to spare two and a half hours a week to help, please contact Christine at ChattyCafeInverness@gmail.com. Thereafter, application will be via the Chatty Cafe Scheme website. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575080605247

Chatty Cafe Volunteer

The Chatty Cafe Scheme

WASPS Inverness Creative Academy, Midmills Building, Stephens St, Inverness IV2 3JP

Befriending

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Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) is looking for people with living or lived experience of substance use to take part in peer research. This role is all about making sure real voices are heard in research and service improvement. Volunteers help shape studies by supporting interviews, focus groups, and outreach to local services, as well as contributing to questionnaire design and data analysis. You don’t need any qualifications – just reliability, understanding, and an interest in learning. Reasonable expenses are covered, and there’s flexibility based on your availability. Want to get involved? Contact Nicola Abson, Development Officer Email: peerengagement@sdf.org.uk Phone, text or WhatsApp: 07825 743903

Peer Research Volunteer

Scottish Drugs Forum

Highland Wide

Advice and Support

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Trustee required to help progress the future of the Riding for the Disabled Charity based at Reelig, Kirkhill. IV5 7PP. A knowledge of horses is not a requirement as the role involves organisation and governance of the Group. We have planning for 2 buildings so a knowledge of Project management, land management or building would be very useful.

Trustee (Project Manager)

Highland Group RDA

Mainly from from with requirement to attend meetings in the IV5 7PP area.

Animals, Trustee/Board Work

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Maintenance of the Highland Group RDA grounds; assist with field clearance (poop picking), grass cutting, weed control, harrowing arena. Repair fencing when required. Hours to suit applicant There is a quad bike to help with tasks so familiarity with driving a quad bike would be useful. contact Gay McKeown 07419812781 for further information

GROUND MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN

Highland Group RDA

Hybrid

Maintenance

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

Museum Volunteer

Invergordon Museum

Invergordon

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Position Summary: To help with the operation of our clothing department which filters through clothing, linen and material donations. Donations are resold or repurposed and it will be part of your role to decide this appropriately. There is opportunity for progression to our online sales department, which over see’s the resale of exclusive and branded items via online platforms such as vinted and eBay. Key Responsibilities: As a clothing department worker, your duties will likely include: Assessing if clothing items are appropriate for our charity shops, Vinted or recycling Sorting and processing donated goods by clothing type, size, etc. Ensuring the clothing bay is kept tidy and organised. Washing some items of clothing. Identifying and organising specific items for the shop, i.e. at Christmas we will be looking to sell partywear, Christmas jumpers and festive attire, in summer we may be looking for sun hats, summer dresses etc. Liaising with our online sale and marketing team to make sure suitable clothes are organised and stored appropriately Opportunity to help research the value of different clothing brands Person Spec: Organised with good communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Able to pay attention to detail, and capable of deciding what is fit for resale and what is not. Brand awareness with a good eye for current trends and able to recognise some fashion labels and high street brands.

Clothing Department Volunteer

New Start Highland

IV38DU

Retail

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

Mentor - Young People

Action for Children

Easter Ross & Highland

Mentoring/Peer Support

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

Volunteer Controllers

Highland and Islands Blood Bikes

Home

Administration

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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