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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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Various Volunteering Roles

We change lives! Come and help us. Our service provides vital support to those in need. Sometimes, just a little bit of advice can help to turn lives around. We rely on committed volunteers with a passion for helping others, but that isn’t all there is to volunteering with us.

We have opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. From those looking to gain experience towards their first job, people who want to re-enter the workplace, or those who would like to stay active in retirement. Becoming a volunteer is easy! All the training and support you need is provided. Just visit our website or give us a call to find out more.

Why volunteer with us?
Learn new skills.
Boost your confidence.
Meet new people.
Gain experience in a working environment.
Work as part of a team.
Conquer new challenges.
Help us to change lives!


We are looking for:
Volunteer Advisers
Volunteer Triagers
Volunteer Admin
Volunteer Receptionists (Dumfries)
Board Members
Volunteer Social Policy


Don’t see a role you want? Contact us anyway.


Experience required

Good communication skills
Basic IT skills

Travel details

Our bureaux are in Dumfries, Annan and Stranraer, with outreach locations across the region, such as in Castle Douglas, Wigtown, Whithorn, Moffat, Lockerbie and Kirkconnel and Kellohome.

Support
Training details

All necessary training will be supplied, according to the role.

Taster available
Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
PVG certificate required

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
A minimum of 4 hours per week for triage and 7 hours per week for advisers.

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