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188 opportunities foundVisitor Services Volunteer [20398]
Visitor services volunteers will support the trust by welcoming visitors to the farm, dealing with general inquiries, selling souvenirs and serving tea/coffee....
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Gardener [20396]
The Trust are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with general gardening tasks around the museum site....
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Voluntary Sports Coaching and Assistance [20390]
Volunteers will help or lead with the delivery of sporting and physical activity sessions in the Langholm and Moffat School Clusters....
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Volunteer Speaker [20392]
Would you like the opportunity to support Mary’s Meals’ work to feed hungry children in some of the world’s poorest countries and help give...
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Volunteer Fundraiser [20393]
Would you like the opportunity to support Mary’s Meals’ work to feed hungry children in some of the world’s poorest countries and help give...
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Animal Sanctuary Volunteer [20388]
Assisting with all aspects of farm animal care at the sanctuary. Main duties will be mucking out, sweeping, rebedding, helping with feeds, etc....
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Technical Officer (computer application) [20389]
Use audio studio switch desk and computer application to edit audio files....
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Treasurer [20386]
This opportunity may suit someone with an accountancy background. The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust (SCIO: 049973) is looking for a Treasurer to join its board...
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Support Group Volunteer [20382]
Volunteers will • stimulate chat within closed Facebook groups and on WhatsApp. • monitor chat (group rules are adhered to); • promote the work of Fertility Network...
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Puppy Raiser [20377]
We are Guide Dogs and we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our ambition is a future where...
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Befriender [18964]
Dumfries and Galloway Befriending Project is a local charity which offers an early intervention service across the region for eight to 18 year olds. It...
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Retail Volunteer – Newton Stewart [20374]
We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to help us in our charity shop in Newton Stewart. You will be helping us with day...
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Trustee/Board Member [20372]
Dumfries and Galloway Care Trust provides supported real life work placements to adults 16+ with additional support needs. We do this through our gardening...
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Life skills support [20369]
Can you spare a couple of hours a week to support our amazingly bright and talented autistic young people in gaining valuable independent living...
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Assistant District Organiser [20365]
To assist in organising and facilitating the opening of gardens for charity in Kirkcudbrightshire....
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Joiner/Woodworker [20360]
We are looking for someone who has the skills to help to set up a small woodworking shop to assist learning disabled adults to...
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Communications Volunteer [20358]
To develop and deliver a bi monthly digital newsletter for A Listening Ear which would help us to develop a membership , recruit new...
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Service Volunteer [20357]
Our team of volunteers offer guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to help anyone affected by crime, including victims, witnesses and their families and...
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Assistant Team Leader [20355]
As an assistant team leader in the RHYO, you will be involved in assisting the running and leading of our weekly sessions which are...
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Riders [18965]
As a Dumfries and Galloway Blood Bike rider, someone may be reliant on a product you are transporting urgently, therefore professionalism and safety is...
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Duty controllers [18967]
Dumfries and Galloway Blood Bikes provide their service free of charge to the NHS, and is run entirely by dedicated volunteers who receive no...
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Fundraisers [18966]
Volunteers are needed to help with fundraising, from helping at coffee mornings to organising bigger events. Experienced fundraisers will bring ideas for fundraising activities,...
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Shop Assistant [20281]
The volunteer will be responsible for sorting donations, steaming clothing, and assisting customers who come into the shop. They will also be responsible for dealing...
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Warehousing Assistant [18828]
The volunteer will be responsible for recording and receiving any furniture, brick-a-brac and electrical equipment. They will also make sure it is stored safely...
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General Adviser or Admin Assistant [20335]
Volunteer Adviser: Being an adviser is a very varied role. As an adviser your main responsibilities will be: • Interview clients at drop-in sessions and appointments...
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Board/Trustee/Committee/Director [18958]
Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service is a Registered Charity and Company Limited by Guarantee. To be a Trustee in our organisation is an exciting and...
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Volunteer Independent Advocate [18959]
The role with Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service is to provide Independent Advocacy to vulnerable people across Dumfries and Galloway. To both empower and...
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Museum Volunteer [20277]
You will be in The Museum during opening hours to meet and greet any visitors and show them round the Museum and explain exhibits,...
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Fundraiser [20322]
We are Guide Dogs and we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Our ambition is a future where...
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Volunteer Mentor [20327]
Project Scotland supports young people across Scotland to reach their potential through tailored support, mentoring, and the opportunity to experience the benefits of a...
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Collecting Box Co-ordinator [20330]
Identifying and placing collection boxes in suitable locations, talking to the shop owner, receptionist etc. at the location about how the boxes will help...
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Volunteer Tourist Information Officer [20315]
Working within the new office in Market Street, Stranraer volunteers may be asked to get involved in the following activities:
- Directing visitors to local... READ MORE
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Fundraising Group Co-ordinator [20331]
Be the key contact for fundraising in your local community to organise events and raise money from a variety of activities such as collections,...
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Cook Befriender [20336]
Meal Makers is a neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects people who enjoy cooking with an older person who lives in their local community and...
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Volunteer Board Director [20339]
Summary of role Board Directors have responsibility for Annandale Community Transport Service's (ACTS) legal duties and for ensuring the organisation is properly managed and provides...
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Volunteer Driver [20338]
Summary of role Annandale Community Transport have four community cars (including one electric) used to transport residents to routine hospital appointments across the region and...
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Museum Helper – Newton Stewart Museum [20099]
Summary of role To help staff the desk during opening hours, and provide helpful information to visitors to enhance their experience. Also, if wished to...
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