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Starlight Walk Event Volunteer Team: Fundraising. Commitment: Up to 6 hours on specified event day. Supervisor: Volunteer Lead for event. When: Saturday 9th November 2024. About Sands Sands exists to reduce the number of babies dying and to support anyone affected by the death of a baby, before, during or shortly after birth, whenever this has happened and for as long as they need support. Babies are dying every day. Currently in the UK, 13 families a day suffer the heartbreak of losing their baby before, during or shortly after birth. That’s around 4,800 babies a year. And at least 15% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. These numbers are shocking and show the scale of the problem – this affects far more people than you might have realised. Currently, far too many babies die without scientists, doctors, midwives, or their own parents understanding why. That’s why we believe research is vital in improving our understanding of how to save babies’ lives and using that evidence to drive changes in maternity policy and practice. For more than 40 years, Sands has been there for anyone affected by pregnancy and baby loss to offer understanding and comfort through its Freephone helpline, mobile app, online community and resources, and locally through a UK-wide network of around 100 regional support groups. Sands works in partnership with health care professionals, trusts and health boards and offers a range of training programmes and bereavement care resources to ensure that every bereaved parent and family receives the best possible care wherever they..

Volunteer at our Child Vaccination Clinics The child and infant immunisation team are looking for volunteers to support their flu vaccination clinics for children aged 0-5 in Midlothian. Volunteers will welcome children and families to the clinics and put them at ease by offering distractions e.g., games, stories, chat. Volunteers will also support staff to keep the area tidy. Clinics will begin in September and tend to run until the end of November/early December. Clinics will take place in Penicuik, Danderhall, Loanhead, Newbattle and Gorebridge libraries, Woodburn Miners Club and Ikea and usually take place on Wednesday’s, Thursday’s or Friday’s during the day. Volunteers are asked to commit to a weekly morning or afternoon session. Online application can be found . --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Volunteer with the Learning Disability Team The Learning Disability Team in Midlothian are looking for volunteers to support clients as Befrienders. This is an opportunity to support adults with a Learning Disability to engage with their community, and for volunteers to gain an understanding into the work of the Learning Disability Team. Volunteers will support clients to work towards a goal they have set, on a weekly basis (which can include evenings and weekends, for a minimum of 6 months). This might be to join a group, get more active, get used to public transport or to socialise in the community. Volunteers might also be asked to find out about activities that their client may enjoy. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, dedicated and confident to take on this new role..

Columcille Columcille is a day support service for adults with learning disabilities based in Morningside, Edinburgh and provides workshops in music, drama, art, dance, crafts, woodwork, printing, keep fit, pottery, café and gardening. We also offer therapies in rhythmic massage, music therapy and movement therapy. We are open Monday to Friday 9.00 – 4.00 (3.00pm Wednesday). We welcome people aged 18 and over to our service and can meet the needs of a wide range of individuals, including those who also have mental health needs or are on the autistic spectrum. Each person is respected and valued as a unique individual with gifts. Our work, using hand crafts, performance-based activities and seasonal celebrations provides purpose and structure. Our social setting creates a warm sense of community.   Dance Workshop Volunteer Our Friday afternoon Biodanza dance session is a very popular activity. Biodanza is an inclusive and joyful type of movement that everyone can participate in. More information can be found about it We are looking for someone to volunteer alongside our paid staff to help support people to participate fully and enjoy the session. There is also a half hour karaoke singing session that ends the afternoon where service users take turns to sing a song of their choice, and the volunteer would help to support this also.   Hours & days required Fridays 1pm – 4pm Key Qualities or Skills Required Must be reliable and dependable Capable of building relationships that are respectful and dignified A willingness to take part fully in the dance..

If you would like to be a befriender with LINKnet , or if know someone else who would like to be a befriender please get in touch with .    

Kirkcaldy rugby club are looking for a home game announcer for their upcoming season. Please contact    

We are looking for a confident person who could help deliver 4 (or more) sports or activity sessions for us during the school summer holidays. Who we are looking for: An enthusiastic, confident person and ability to take the lead on delivering the session. Age 17+. Very reliable. Is currently engaged in sporting activities recreationally or through school, college, university or work and would like to get young children involved in their chosen sport or activity. Has or is working towards a qualification in sports, health, fitness, social care, working with children or any other relevant qualification – desirable. Has experience running group session for children/has coaching experience – you would be accompanied by a qualified, experienced family support worker at all times. Has a great sense of humour and can engage children, play and have a good time! Can be available for 4 (or more) pre-arranged sessions (Mon-Fri) between 1st July and 9th August – days and dates are flexible.   What we can provide  A welcoming team. Support to set up, run and evaluate your sessions. A reference for any future career or education plans. A good feeling knowing that you have given children the opportunity to thrive, play and run around! Communication and digital support from our highly skilled Comms team to promote your sessions. A robust induction process, including child protection training. Access to Edinburgh Leisure five-a-side pitches or other indoor halls in and around Edinburgh – all hire costs will be paid for by the organisation. Skills for your future...

Loch Arthur Camphill Community - South-West of Scotland. We are a working community sharing life with men and women with learning disabilities. Within the community, there are eleven houses in which more than 75 people live, 29 of whom are in supported tenancies. We also welcome about 20 volunteers each year from across the world to support our life at Loch Arthur. There are also possibilities for individuals, couples and families interested in making a longer-term commitment to this way of life.     If you are interested in learning more about us, please contact: Or visit our website:

We are looking for people (18 +) to join our volunteer team as cycle co-leaders on our weekly wellbeing cycle group. Volunteers will assist in leading groups with a range of abilities on 90 minute social rides once a week. Planned routes will be around the local area, largely on cycleways and cycle paths. We are looking for volunteers who can ride for a minimum of 10km, who have their own bike, who are confident and with a good level of proficiency on the road.   About The Ripple Project Improving the quality of life for people in Restalrig and Lochend through the provision of high quality services which assist the community to help itself. We run 18 projects providing services for children and young people, families, the elderly and individuals in crisis.   Experience Required Enough fitness to ride a minimum of 10km, confident riding on the road both in a group and independently, able to safely control and manoeuvre their bike with understanding of gears, brakes and indication, own their own bike and equipment, willing to undertake leader training paid for by The Ripple.   Training Details Induction will take place on commencement of volunteering. Leadership training will happen within 6 months. Support can happen once a month as required by the volunteer. Flexibility & Commitment Term Time; Flexible; Ad hoc 3 hours per month for 6 months.   For full information and to apply please click . 

Volunteer at Yardworks Festival 2024! Volunteer with us, meet new people, gain new skills, get a firsthand insight into working with artists, and support the planning and preparation of the festival. Follow the link to sign up: Please note that you must be registered in order to volunteer at Yardworks Festival 2024!   VOLUNTEER INFORMATION 2 x 6 hour shifts required split or back-to-back with a break. Access to the remainder of the festival. 1 meal voucher for each shift. 3rd May Fri: 12-6pm 4th May Sat: 9-3pm Sat: 2-8pm 5th May Sun: 10-2pm Sun: 2-6pm   For more information, please head to applications or contact