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The art and craft groups operating under the constituted group PCCC, aim to provide local, accessible and affordable creative opportunities for adults aged 16yrs+. The groups provide creative outlets for those who have an interest in the arts, as well as theraputic influences for those wishing to maintain or improve their overall health and wellbeing. Research has proven that local community opportunities that provide a purpose, a social network and safe, supportive environments are key for all who wish to have positive quality of life. The importance of such approaches has been highlighted within the Scottish Government with the recent consultation around a ‘Connected Scotland’ looking to identify and combat loneliness and isolation at the local level. The Chairperson is responsible for making sure that each meeting is planned effectively, conducted according to the constitution and that matters are dealt with in an orderly, efficient manner. The Chairperson helps to build and lead the team. The Chairperson will Chair committee meetings which are held approx. 3 monthly. The Chairperson will be an authorised signatory for the release of funds and support the Treasurer with funding applications.

The art and craft groups operating under the constituted group PCCC, aim to provide local, accessible and affordable creative opportunities for adults aged 16yrs+. The groups provide creative outlets for those who have an interest in the arts, as well as theraputic influences for those wishing to maintain or improve their overall health and wellbeing. Research has proven that local community opportunities that provide a purpose, a social network and safe, supportive environments are key for all who wish to have positive quality of life. The importance of such approaches has been highlighted within the Scottish Government with the recent consultation around a ‘Connected Scotland’ looking to identify and combat loneliness and isolation at the local level. The Secretary role would involve ensuring meetings are organised, taking minutes at committee meetings and disturbing minutes to members, being an authorised signatory for payments, supporting the Treasurer with funding bids, communicating changes with group members, supporting the Chair to ensure the smooth functioning of the committee, and maintaining effective records and administration.

The art and craft groups operating under the constituted group PCCC, aim to provide local, accessible and affordable creative opportunities for adults aged 16yrs+. The groups provide creative outlets for those who have an interest in the arts, as well as theraputic influences for those wishing to maintain or improve their overall health and wellbeing. Research has proven that local community opportunities that provide a purpose, a social network and safe, supportive environments are key for all who wish to have positive quality of life. The importance of such approaches has been highlighted within the Scottish Government with the recent consultation around a ‘Connected Scotland’ looking to identify and combat loneliness and isolation at the local level. The Treasurer role involves all aspects of financial management, working closely with other members of the Management Committee to safeguard the organisation's finances. Financial reporting, banking, book keeping and record keeping. The Treasurer will be an authorised signatory to release funds and be accountable for accurate record keeping. The Treasurer will ensure accounts are audited in a timely manner.

VOLUNTEER CALL OUT -Event: ‘Spectra – Scotland’s Festival of Light 2022’ -Install Dates: Monday 7th – Thursday 10th February 2022 -Live Dates: Thursday 10th – Sunday 13th February 2022 -De-install Dates: Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th February 2022 (post event) -Location: Aberdeen City Centre Curated Place (the production team behind Spectra – Aberdeen’s Festival of Light 2015-22) are looking for volunteers to work alongside them to deliver ‘Spectra – Scotland’s Festival of Light’ 2022. On the evenings of 10th,11th, 12th and 13th February 2022, Aberdeen City Centre will be transformed by immersive light and sound installations inspired by the Scotland’s “Year of Stories”. There will be award winning international, UK and Scottish artists creating a series of artworks around the city which will engage Aberdeen audiences. A full description of the artists and the works can be seen here - https://www.spectrafestival.co.uk/artists This year we are expecting to welcome 5000-8000 people each night across the festival sites. -Why Volunteer with Spectra? • Learn new skills or develop the skills you already have • Do something positive and active for yourself and your community • Meet artists, production teams and develop your networks • Gain insight into the delivery of a large-scale, public facing festival • Challenge yourself in a safe, welcoming environment -Volunteer Roles: We are looking for volunteers in two different roles. *Production Runner These roles are dictated by the needs of the Producer and Technical Manager you are supporting, which may include: • Assisting Producer/Technical Manager on the ground with all elements of project delivery • General art work installation assistance • Carrying tools and equipment to and from site. *Delivery Team The Delivery Team role is a key public facing role and will include: • Welcome and crowd guidance • Directing people, offering advice & information • On site production assistance • Reassure public on COVID-19 mitigations and protocols • Information sharing with Event Managers • Assisting if an emergency situation arises (full training provided) An exciting and fantastic opportunity to help out and be part of a major event. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested, please fill in this form at https://forms.gle/x3w5gxuutkNrhHUN7 and we’ll be in touch. Please direct any queries to – Alison Brodie (Creative Producer) at email: alison@curatedplace.com or tel.: 07738113493.

Are you a dedicated and organised person, passionate about helping others? Join our night-time party and 1,000 other volunteers at The MoonWalk Scotland on Saturday 11th June 2022 from Holyrood Park, Edinburgh! Bring your energy and be a superhero helping the thousands of woman and men, walking an overnight marathon in decorated bras, raising lots of money for breast cancer! We recruit hundreds of volunteers to make The MoonWalk a safe and enjoyable event; looking after our walkers at busy crossings, keeping them hydrated and above all giving the encouragement they need to complete their epic challenge. You could spend your Saturday evening in MoonWalk City, Holyrood Park by joining one of 20 different teams, from around 6pm through to midnight – from litter picking to registering baggage or handing out volunteer uniforms! The night time is where the challenge really gets going for our amazing walkers. If you like the nightlife, marshalling or giving out water whilst surrounded by Edinburgh’s famous landmarks could be for you! Start times vary between 9pm and 1am, depending on your role, and last on average 8 hours. We can also offer site based roles at MoonWalk City throughout the night. Early finishes can be requested. Finally, the early morning team take the helm on Sunday 12th June, starting between 5 - 6am until midday. Watching the sun rise against Arthur’s Seat is quite a sight to see! This truly is the most testing time for our walkers…whether you join the route or MoonWalk City teams…your kind and motivating words could be all that is needed to get someone across that finish line! On the night you will be provided with training, a t-shirt, cap and free light refreshments. All roles will develop teamwork and confidence, no matter what you do on the night…so why not bring your friends and family along to share this unique experience! So what are you waiting for?! Join us for a truly remarkable experience and helps us give breast cancer the push! Please contact us for a chat if you are unsure of what you would like to do. We guarantee you won’t forget the night you volunteered at The MoonWalk Scotland 2022! Roles include: Baggage, Clean & Recycle, Cyclist, Directional, Driver, Entrance Gate/Start Line, Finish Line, Kitchen, Route Marshal, Water Stations, Volunteer Tent Support. In order for you to volunteer we will need you to officially register through our website by visiting www.walkthewalk.org/volunteerscotland We will ask you to fill in a form to tell us a bit about yourself and confirm your availability for the event. Please note if you are under the age of 18 at the time of the event, you will need to register with a guardian over 18 who will also be volunteering. For any further details please contact Nancy Baxendale, Director of Volunteers at E Mail: Volunteers@Walkthewalk.org or tel.: 01483 741430.

As a volunteer befriender with our perinatal support project you will provide listening and emotional support to parents who have low to moderate mental health issues or are identified as vulnerable to developing mental health issues in the perinatal period. The perinatal period is from pregnancy to baby’s first birthday. This support may be through home visits, telephone calls, group work or support to access other local services.

Are you a positive role model who could give support to a child or young person in Renfrewshire? Do you have an enthusiastic approach and an ability to connect with children and young people on a 1-1 basis? We are looking for volunteer mentors to support vulnerable children and young people aged 8-14 years old, who are Looked After at Home. Purpose and Aims of the role intandem, Scotland’s mentoring programme for young people, brings together vulnerable young people with a mentor to build a consistent and trusting relationship, and improve their chances in life. The Scottish Government has appointed Inspiring Scotland to lead the development of the intandem programme.

Initially the volunteer will be asked to befriend those residents in the home that currently have no visitors. Once the home has opened up to the public fully and the restrictions are lifted, the volunteer will be asked to participate in outdoor outings. This will be discussed more fully when initial contact has been made with the volunteer

Dundee Community Transport would like the help of a volunteer Secretary to support their AGM and regular Board Meetings. Key duties include · Write minutes from board meetings and AGMS (attendance, discussions, and actions) · Circulate minutes from board meetings/AGM in a timely manner · To edit and resend minutes if any inaccuracies reported by board members · To attend and contribute to discussion and decisions made at board meetings The board usually meets every 6-8 weeks. This has been on zoom recently, but we are hoping to get back to some face to face meetings too. They are usually for about an hour to an hour and a half. We have our AGM usually at the end of November, beginning of December, depending on everyone’s availability.

Community Support Volunteers support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or a group setting. This role can be done at home and can be based anywhere in Scotland. The service can be delivered to provide specified person-centred communication support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support a specific physical or everyday task. To undertake your role you will be required to undertake membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) schemes in Scotland (PVG).