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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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Volunteer at Penicuik Open House

There is an opportunity to volunteer at the OPEN HOUSE in Penicuik Town Hall on Saturday mornings. Open House is a friendly place which serves coffees, teas, homemade cakes and scones at modest prices and later in the morning, soup and bread. There is also a popular fortnightly exhibition on topics relating to Penicuik’s fascinating life and history. As a volunteer you would join an enthusiastic team which works in groups of two or three according to a rota. There are two shifts: the first from 9:30am- 11:45am and the second from 11:45am-2:00pm. You would help to lay out crockery, food and drinks as guided; serve the customers and wash up and clear away at the end. You would offer a friendly welcome to all customers, many of whom are regulars, and you would help to create a sociable and relaxed atmosphere where people can meet their friends and make new ones.

Experience required

A person will need basic domestic skills but no previous experience is required. The opportunity would suit you if you enjoy meeting people and value community life

Travel details

Buses 37/47 and 62 all stop just beyond the Town Hall

Travel expenses

Bus fares can be paid on the day providing appropriate evidence of the fare is available.

Support
Training details

You would shadow an experienced volunteer for the morning (shifts are 2:15 minutes long). They would guide you in setting out the serving table and in all other procedures.

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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