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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Social Cafe Helper

We are looking for new, enthusiastic volunteers to help us run our Social Café. The Café is open to those who are over 65 and looking to socialise, make friends and be a part of the community.

You could be helping with:


  • making teas and coffees for the members.

  • doing activities or assisting members with the activities.

  • socialise with our members.

  • setting up and clearing away.


In return, you will be supported with appropriate training and regular supervision sessions with the named contact, invites to volunteer events and expense reimbursements.


Experience required

No experience is needed, but enthusiasm and keenness to get involved are key. All necessary training will be given.

Travel details

Larick Centre, Tayport. Buses are hourly to Tayport from Dundee.

Travel expenses

All travel expenses will be reimbursed – the value of the ticket if travelling by public transport and 60p per mile if by car.

Support
Training details

mandatory induction training before starting, followed by ongoing regular support & supervision and training as required, e.g. dementia, health and safety etc

Taster

potential volunteers can come to café to see how it operates, meet the volunteers and members.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
time commitment is 2.5 hours per week - or on a rota time commitment is 2.5 hours per week - or on a rota Monthly at least

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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