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Support Session Volunteers help our clients with general advocacy, supporting people with a variety of challenges. They will help us deliver our service which supports unpaid carers. This helps us to reduce waitlists and support more individuals by: • Helping clients understand about advocacy • Supporting clients to self-advocate with our tool kits • Signposting clients to other services where required • 1:1 casework • Supporting the service to deliver “collective” advocacy sessions • Keeping detailed notes and records of casework • Promotion of services through events and community engagement

Many of our clients who engage with the CARDS Service become curious about or wish to engage in recovery or with dedicated recovery services. In response to feedback from clients and volunteers we now have dedicated Peer Volunteers who themselves are in recovery and have lived experience of that journey and can provide our clients with hope and belief that they can make a positive change.

Glasgow Tool Library is a community-led charity that aims to radically change the way we access and manage resources. Our mission is to build a sustainable and inclusive alternative to consumerism that also promotes community wellbeing and empowerment. The service works like a regular library, but instead of books, people can access an extensive selection of tools and equipment for their homes, gardens, hobbies and adventures. Our Board of Trustees ensures that the organisation fulfills all its governance and legal requirements and operates efficiently. It maintains an overview of policy and strategic direction rather than being involved in day-to-day operations. We are now looking for an experienced Chairperson to oversee our governance and help Glasgow Tool Library take the next step in its future development towards promoting sharing over shopping. Key Responsibilities: > Lead the board of trustees in setting the charity's strategic direction and goals > Ensure that the charity's mission is fulfilled and that it operates in accordance with its values and principles > Oversee the charity's finances, including budgeting, fundraising, and financial reporting > Oversee the recruitment and management of staff (currently 2 part time, paid employees) and volunteers > Ensure that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements > Act as an ambassador for Glasgow Tool Library, promoting our aims and values > Develop and maintain relationships with OSCR and key stakeholders, including government agencies, other charities and community groups > Monitor and evaluate the charity's performance and impact, and make recommendations for improvement Commitment The Board meets formally every two months – usually virtually, although aims for a minimum of one in-person strategy meeting each year – with email and WhatsApp correspondence between meetings. There are also ad-hoc meetings and decisions depending on the circumstances of the organisation. Board members are encouraged to support additional GTL activities and attend community events. Next steps Please register your interest or contact Glasgow Tool Library directly at hello@glasgowtoollibrary.com Closing date for applications is 14/7/2023, however, we encourage you to apply early as we will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis. If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the Project Coordinator by email or phone. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the Project Coordinator, Carly at carly@inclusivehwclub.org.uk. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow at info@volunteerglasgow.org.

The Service Team Volunteer role is a varied role that will support VoiceAbility in the delivery of Social Security Scotland Benefits Advocacy and more. Our volunteers will help our clients to access benefits by supporting individuals with complex needs who self-disclose as having a disability. Another key part of the role is networking, in person and online, to promote the service. You will also have the opportunity to help VoiceAbility engage with local communities through supporting our school work experience programme as well as our ‘Speak Out Councils’. In your day-to-day role you will be: • Helping clients understand the service and how to access it • Dropping off promotional materials • Attending events • Assisting staff with workshops, presentations and awareness raising • Accompanying staff on home visits • Promoting the organisation and our services • Submitting regular reports on activities completed All staff work from home, and we have no office base. The role is a hybrid role where you could be at home or out in the local area. For more information, fill out our note on interest form on the link provided and someone will be in contact.

Our Edinburgh Nicolson Street Save the Children Shop is a modern, contemporary, urbanised street store, unlike any other traditional charity shop you have ever seen - We want you to join us in raising much needed funding and awareness to help improve the lives of children all over the world! No previous experience is required as all training will be provided. Activities include customer service, creative merchandising, working as part of a large and diverse team and having fun!

Our Morningside Save the Children Shop has been a much loved part of the local community for years and continues to be hugely popular, thanks to the kindness and generosity of the volunteer led team. All you need is some enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference. The role is diverse, taking place on the shop floor and behind the scenes. Volunteer activities include customer service, creative merchandising, preparing items for sale and working as part of a team.

Our Marchmont Save the Children Shop has been a much loved part of the local community for years and continues to be hugely popular with customers and supporters, thanks to the kindness and generosity of the volunteer team. All you need is some enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference. The role is diverse, taking place on the shop floor and behind the scenes. Volunteer activities include customer service, creative merchandising, preparing items for sale and working as part of a team.

Our Stockbridge Save the Children Shop has been a much loved part of the local community for years and continues to be hugely popular, thanks to the kindness, generosity and creativity of the volunteer team. All you need is some enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference. The role is diverse, taking place on the shop floor and behind the scenes. Volunteer activities include customer service, creative merchandising, preparing items for sale and working as part of a team.

We have teams of volunteers based around the country making a positive impact in their local communities to raise awareness of Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Join our local team, take an active role in planning and delivering awareness raising activities. Planning and organising events across the area to raise awareness. Get involved in tasks such as writing articles and creating newsletters to publicise local activities, manage social media pages and fundraising .

Are you a dedicated and organised person, passionate about helping others? Join our night-time party and lots of other Volunteers and walkers at The MoonWalk Scotland on Saturday 9th September 2023 from Holyrood Park, Edinburgh! Bring your energy and help many Walkers get through an overnight marathon in decorated bras, raising lots of money for breast cancer! Roles include: Baggage, Clean & Recycle, Cyclist, Directional, Entrance Gate/Start Line, Finish Line, Route Marshal, Water Stations, Volunteer Support. 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 at the MoonWalk, 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 throughout the night. Early finishes can be requested. Finally, the early morning team take the helm on Sunday 10th September, 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 welcome them across the Finish Line…your kind and motivating words could be all that is needed to get someone their finishers medal! 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! A briefing pack and volunteer handbook are provided before the event. Volunteer Benefits We value our volunteers just as much as the walkers – without your help we would not have an event! 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! Experienced individuals have the opportunity to become Team Leaders.