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ANGUSalive’s BE ACTIVE…Live Well (BALW) programme provides suitable, agreed exercises or physical activity sessions that support people to manage their own physical and mental health conditions along with a focus on prevention and recovery. You will work alongside the Health & Wellbeing Co-ordinator, Health & Wellbeing Advisors, specialist exercise instructors, health walk leaders and local stakeholders including Health Care Professionals (HCP). Suggested activities: • Provide support for the Health & Wellbeing Advisors, specialist exercise instructors and HCPs during physical activity sessions e.g., circuit classes, seated exercise, strength & balance, gym sessions, aqua aerobics, and health walks • Provide meaningful interaction with class participants encouraging and enabling them to do the exercises prescribed to them in a safe manner • Help participants with equipment as required e.g., setting up weight machines in the gym • Engage with participants following sessions where tea/coffee is provided (where applicable) What will volunteers gain: What will the volunteer gain from this: • The opportunity to develop interpersonal skills • The opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the benefits/implications of physical activity in long term conditions populations • Improved confidence in working with specialist populations • Make a real difference to the lives of people living with mental or physical health conditions

ANGUSalive’s BE ACTIVE…Live Well (BALW) programme provides suitable, agreed exercises or physical activity sessions that support people to manage their own physical and mental health conditions along with a focus on prevention and recovery. You will work alongside the Health & Wellbeing Co-ordinator, Health & Wellbeing Advisors, specialist exercise instructors, health walk leaders and local stakeholders including Health Care Professionals (HCP). Suggested activities: • Provide support for the Health & Wellbeing Advisors, specialist exercise instructors and HCPs during physical activity sessions e.g., circuit classes, seated exercise, strength & balance, gym sessions, aqua aerobics, and health walks • Provide meaningful interaction with class participants encouraging and enabling them to do the exercises prescribed to them in a safe manner • Help participants with equipment as required e.g., setting up weight machines in the gym • Engage with participants following sessions where tea/coffee is provided (where applicable) What will volunteers gain: What will the volunteer gain from this: • The opportunity to develop interpersonal skills • The opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the benefits/implications of physical activity in long term conditions populations • Improved confidence in working with specialist populations • Make a real difference to the lives of people living with mental or physical health conditions

ANGUSalive has a vast Group Fitness programme which runs across our 7 facilities. The programme consists of world wide fitness classes created by Les Mills, Kettlebells, Yoga, aqua and much more. You would work with one of our experienced group fitness instructors to increase your knowledge in group fitness. Suggested activities: • Weekly monitoring of the group fitness programme • Running reports on group fitness programme to look at number of attendees • Updating weekly monitoring sheets and highlighting classes which may require support in promotion • Creativity in creating engaging and exciting posts for social media channels to aid class promotion • Speaking to customers and providing class passes if required What do volunteers gain: What will the volunteer gain from this: • Knowledge and understanding on reporting and monitoring • Experience in running reports and extracting data • Ability to look at reports and make decisions based on data analysis • Knowledge and experience of the Group Fitness Programme and the trends of the programme

ANGUSalive has a vast Group Fitness programme which runs across our 7 facilities. The programme consists of world wide fitness classes created by Les Mills, Kettlebells, Yoga, aqua and much more. You would work with one of our experienced group fitness instructors to increase your knowledge in group fitness. Suggested activities: • Welcome, participants into the class; finding out if they have any injuries and if they have previous experience of the class • Assist the Group Fitness Instructor in setting up the area they are using ( this may involve moving equipment or setting up activities throughout the class) • Help participants with equipment as required e.g., setting up benches, lifting weights etc) • Engage with participants following sessions and gather feedback from the class What do volunteers gain: • The opportunity to develop their knowledge and experience in Group Fitness classes covering a variety of different classes • Experience of setting up and preparing an area for a group fitness class • The opportunity to engage with a wide range of the local communities from 16 years + • Knowledge into the running of a fitness class and the preparation required for routines and playlist for the class.

ANGUSalive's Sport & Leisure Team would are looking for volunteers to assist with the planning, development and delivery of the disability & inclusion football programme. Suggested activities: • Plan, develop and deliver a new sessions • Coach & volunteer recruitment • Partnership working • Promotion of programme • Monitor & evaluate programme What will volunteers gain: • Enhance personal, social and skill development • Gain experience of working with children & adults • Opportunity to develop programme planning experience Work experience to assist with future employment opportunities

ANGUSalive's Sport & Leisure Team would like to Enhance the inclusive cycling programme to offer access to cycling for all, ensuring everyone can enjoy the physical and mental benefits that cycling brings. Suggested activities: • Plan, develop and deliver a new cycling programme specifically aimed at children and young adults • Coach recruitment & development • Partnership working • Promotion of programme • Monitor & evaluate programme What will volunteers gain: • Enhance personal, social and skill development • Gain experience of working with children • Opportunity to develop programme planning experience

At Guide Dogs we understand that volunteering can be difficult to accommodate into a busy life schedule, but we can allow for remote roles, where you can support your local volunteering team from your very own home. If you are interested please enquire by applying to this role.

We are looking for qualified counsellors to take up a volunteering role with Hear Me. Hear Me provide counselling for men, women and children (aged 8 and above) who are survivors of sexual abuse. To help reach more people we are recruiting suitably qualified counsellors. Do you have…? · A postgraduate counselling diploma or equivalent · Minimum 450 hours (post-qualifying) 1-1 experience · Ability to commit 4 hours weekly for a year or more · Ability to travel throughout Angus If you do and would like to know more, leave your contact details using the 'I want to volunteer' button below and we'll be in touch. Watch our volunteer recruitment video on https://vimeo.com/678228300 and find out more about our organisation on our website.

Join Our Team and Be the Heart of Change! 🌟 Position: Fundraising & Events – Events Volunteer Location: Erskine Edinburgh / Various Community Venues - Scotland Wide Your Mission: Unite with us to build a Scotland where Veterans and their families thrive. At Erskine, our vision is clear: to offer Veterans their best possible future through the best possible care and community support. Role at a Glance: As an Events Volunteer, you'll be at the forefront of generating vital funds to support our Veterans. Your enthusiasm will light up various community settings as you: 📆 Schedule: Coordinate with our fundraising team based on your availability, making this a flexible commitment. 🏢 Event Setup/Clear up: Play a crucial role in setting up and tidying event/venue areas and displays, ensuring everything runs smoothly. 📋 Registration Desk Host: Welcome participants with a warm smile and assist them with registrations. 🛍️ Merchandise Maestro: Show off your sales skills by manning our Erskine-branded merchandise stalls. 🎟️ Raffle Rockstar: Sell raffle tickets and/or collect donations on-site during events. 🚚 Logistics Pro: Help transport goods and resources to and from event venues. 🏃 General Runner: Be the go-to person for various on-the-day tasks that keep the event running seamlessly. 🎉 Event Extraordinaire: If you're up for it, you might even contribute to event entertainment, activities, or event photography to capture the magic. 🤝 Support Ambassador: Provide support, encouragement, and resources to event participants taking on sponsorship challenges. Time Commitment: Length: A minimum of one day. Weekly Hours: 2-8 hours, depending on your availability. We're flexible to accommodate your schedule. Training Requirements: 🌟 Core Induction: Get acquainted with Erskine's history mission and values. 🏛️ Site Briefing: Familiarise yourself with the event location and role tasks. 🤝 Optional Fundraising Session: Enhance your fundraising knowledge to learn re our targets and how our money is spent on veterans Diversity and Inclusion: Erskine welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, aged 14 and above. You don't need prior experience; our training program will support you every step of the way. Skills and Attributes: 💙 Passion: A deep commitment to supporting Veterans. 🤝 Trustworthiness and Honesty: Essential qualities for our team. 😄 Professional and Friendly: An outgoing manner that engages people. 📜 Adherence to Guidelines: Ability to work within fundraising guidelines. Requirements and Benefits: 👥 Age Requirement: Must be 16+ for bucket collections unless accompanied by a parent/guardian or volunteering as part of a uniformed group. 🚗 Travel Expenses: Receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket travel expenses, up to £15 per day. Rewards of Volunteering: By joining us, you become an essential part of raising funds and awareness for Erskine. You directly contribute to ensuring that our residents receive the quality of care they so richly deserve. Ready to Enlist for a Cause? Apply Now! Your dedication can change lives and shape a brighter future for Veterans and their families. Together, we'll make Scotland a place where they truly thrive. Join us today and be the heart of change! 🤝 Ready to Make a Difference? Contact Us: 📞 0141 814 4640 📧 volunteering@erskine.org.uk 🌐 www.erskine.org.uk

Listening volunteers are there for anyone who needs support. Every year, they spend over one million hours responding to calls for help and they can change the course of someone’s life. Join the Samaritans Email Hub and be part of our mission to provide support, hope, and encouragement to those who need it most. https://www.samaritans.org/scotland/samaritans-in-scotland/about-samaritans-scotland/west-highland-skye-project/volunteering-opportunities-west-highlands-and-skye/ We are recruiting in Lochaber, Wester Ross, Skye and Lochalsh