VTO provides free support to children and young people aged, 8-18, to help tackle the poverty related attainment gap in Scotland. We work with young people from diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to, those who are care experienced, those who speak English as an additional language (EAL) or those faced with perceived barriers to learning. Our volunteers focus on developing a person-centered tutoring experience through relationship building to instill confidence and increase motivation and educational attainment. Volunteers from a range of diverse backgrounds and experiences are welcome.

What will I be doing?

• Working one to one with a young person who requires support with their learning online. You can choose to take part in our QuESTS programme (Qualifications for Every Student Through Tutor Support) which is a form of tutoring aimed at helping a young person achieve a qualification (a member of our team will discuss the different opportunities available upon application)

• Relationship building and mentoring

• Monitoring and recording progress of learning and keeping in contact with your assigned VTO Learning Communities Coordinator.

• Supporting learning in English and/or Maths and potentially other subjects, dependent on experience and pupil need

• Sourcing and creating engaging ways to support pupils' skills and learning.

• You can ask to work with more than one pupil if you have the time available.

• We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months from being matched with a young person and ideally until the end of the academic year.

Support
Volunteer induction training is delivered in a dynamic and interactive online session and a timetable of additional (optional) training is made available throughout the year focusing on topics such as dyslexia, Autism, Care Experience and EAL.
You will be allocated a VTO Learning Communities Coordinator to support you whilst volunteering.
You will have full access to our online tutor forum where tutors share ideas on how to get the best of their tutoring experience.

Perks and Benefits
You don't need any formal teaching or tutoring experience to become a tutor, just a desire to support young people to reach their full potential.
Our focus is supporting young people with the core subjects of English and Maths, if you have skills in either of these areas, we would love to hear from you.
We work with children and young people who face barriers to their education and so we are looking for tutors who are creative, enthusiastic, understanding, and resilient.
Volunteers must be aged 18+
Satisfaction of giving something back and helping to reduce the attainment gap.
Develop new skills.
Gain experience in the areas of teaching, tutoring experience working with children and young people.
Enhanced personal statement and/or CV and a volunteer reference is available to you after 6 months of volunteering with us

Skills You'll Need
You don't need any formal teaching or tutoring experience to become a tutor, just a desire to support young people to reach their full potential.
Our focus is supporting young people with the core subjects of English and Maths, if you have skills in either of these areas, we would love to hear from you.
We work with children and young people who face barriers to their education and so we are looking for tutors who are creative, enthusiastic, understanding, and resilient.
Volunteers must be aged 18+.

RHET Forth Valley are looking for lots of volunteers to shake collection buckets on Saturday 6th Dec 6-9pm in Stirling, Bridge of Allan, Dunblane and Doune.

Perks and Benefits
Free look at the tractors and buffet support before the event.

Skills You'll Need
Happy to chat to spectators

The Guardians of Scotland http://www.guardians.scot/ is a registered charity that exists to improve public education of co-commanders Andrew De Moray and William Wallace who were the joint victors at the historic Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1927. It is currently raising funding for a statue of both men at Bridgehaugh, Stirling.

The Trust is apolitical and provides a lynch pin to bring together key stakeholders with local and national responsibility for heritage, education, culture and tourism.

The role of the Secretary includes the following tasks:

Before meetings

• Make all the arrangements for the meetings (including booking the room and any equipment required)

• Prepare the agenda in liaison with the Chair, Vice-Chair and Treasurer

• Circulate the finalised agenda and associated documents to all Trustees within a set timescale.

During meetings

• Compile accurate minutes, including recording discussions, decisions and actions to be taken and by whom

• Ensure that the Trust upholds the requirements of it's governance documents (Deeds of Trust and Conflict of Interest Policy), for example checking that the quorum (minimum number of Trustees who need to be present at meetings) is met and ensuring the Trust's activities are in line with its objectives

After meetings

• Send the draft minutes to the Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer for review within a set timescale

• Ensure that the minutes are approved by the Trust at its next meeting and that a copy of the minutes is signed by the chair at that meeting

• Keep copies of all agendas and minutes for future reference

In General

• Support the chair to ensure the smooth functioning of the Trust

• Act as an information and reference point for the Chair and other Trustees, clarifying best practice

• Act as the Trust's point of contact for correspondence

• Respond to all Trust correspondence in conjunction with the Chair

• Ensure, alongside the Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer, that the Trust meets OSCR (The Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator) requirements for registered charities

• Ensure that the Trust's governance documents are kept up to date

• Draft an annual schedule of meetings for approval by the trust

• Keep the Trustee contact list up to date

Additional Information

There are approximately 6 meetings of the Trust each year and the successful applicant will spend around a half day each week on meeting preparation , minutes and other Trust business.

Meetings normally take place in the Stirling Council Offices, Old Viewforth, Pitt Terrace, Stirling, FK8 2ET. The building is easily reached by public transport.

Skills You'll Need
The role of Secretary requires:-

• Discretion and confidentiality

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Organisational ability

• Knowledge of committee procedures

• Minute taking experience

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Word

The Secretary should have access to email, Microsoft Office and a printer.

Travel Information
Easily accessed by public transport. Visitor parking on site.

The Company Secretary ensures that ACTS Scotland CiC complies with legal and regulatory requirements as a Community Interest Company (CIC), and that the Board operates effectively and transparently. This is a key governance role, supporting good practice and accountability.

Main Responsibilities

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure ACTS Scotland CiC complies with Companies House and CiC Regulator filing requirements (annual returns, accounts, reports).

• Maintain statutory registers (Board members, decisions, conflicts of interest).

• Support the Chair in ensuring Board decisions are implemented in line with the organisation's governing documents.

Board Support

• Circulate agendas, minutes, and papers in good time for Board meetings.

• Record accurate minutes and maintain a secure archive of decisions.

• Advise trustees on governance responsibilities and good practice.

• Support trustee recruitment and induction processes.

Administration & Communication

• Act as the primary contact with Companies House and the CiC Regulator.

• Maintain up-to-date company records and ensure transparency.

• Support effective internal communication across the board.

Training and Support Provided

• Induction into ACTS Scotland CiC and it's governance framework.

• Training on CiC and Companies House requirements (if needed).

• Support from the Chair and fellow trustees.

Perks and Benefits
Benefits of the Role
Gain valuable governance and compliance experience.
Contribute to the effective running of a growing social enterprise.
Develop skills in leadership, governance, and company law.
Play an important part in supporting young people across Scotland.
Note: This is a voluntary position; reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Skills You'll Need
Skills & Qualities
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
Understanding of governance, compliance, or willingness to learn.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Good communication skills and ability to work with the Board.
Commitment to ACTS Scotland CiC's mission and values.

Location: GoodBuild Hub, Transition Reuse Hub
Time Commitment: Flexible (Wednesday - Sunday)
Reports to: Hub Coordinator / Workshop Lead

About GoodBuild Hub
The GoodBuild Hub, part of Good Green Futures, is a community space focused on reducing construction and household waste while giving materials a second life. We provide affordable DIY and construction materials, and run practical workshops, and projects that help people develop new skills and support local communities.

Role Overview
We are looking for practical, hands-on volunteers to join our team at the GoodBuild Hub. This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with tools, likes being part of a friendly team, and wants to support sustainability in the local community. Volunteers will have the opportunity to help with a range of tasks including managing donations, checking and sorting tools, and assisting in the wood workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Help receive and sort donations of construction materials and tools.

• Check tools for safety and functionality .

• Assist with running activities in the wood workshop, including preparing materials and supporting participants.

• Keep the hub tidy and organised.

• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Person specification

• Enjoy practical, hands-on work.

• Interest in DIY, construction, woodworking, or related activities.

• Reliable and able to commit to agreed volunteering times.

• Friendly and able to work as part of a team.

• Willing to learn and follow guidance from Hub staff.

What you'll gain

• Hands-on experience with tools and woodworking.

• Opportunities to develop practical and DIY skills.

• Being part of a community-focused project supporting sustainability and skills development.

• Meeting like-minded people and joining a friendly, supportive team.

Perks and Benefits
Tea and biscuits

Travel Information
It's a 5 minute walk from the Park & Ride bus stop or a 20 minute walk from town. There is carparking on site.

Are you a good listener? Are you able to manage group conversations and ensure people feel comfortable together and that groups run smoothly? If your answer is yes, we'd really like you to facilitate our weekly telephone groups that offer blind and partially sighted people the opportunity to socialise with others.

This is a telephone-based role that you can do from home. You will need access to a landline or mobile phone. We ask you to commit to between 1 and 3 hours per week to facilitate Talk and Support befriending groups which will be at the same day and time each week. Each group runs for an hour.

How often will I be needed?

• 1 hours per week

Key Requirements

• This role requires two references

Home Based

• This role is home based

Additional location information

• Home based: over the telephone (This role requires you to have a landline or mobile telephone) The groups meet during the day from Monday to Friday.

Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

• You must be at least 18 years old to apply

What skills and experience are needed?

• Effective listening skills; Good verbal communication skills; Work with wide range of people

Perks and Benefits

Volunteer Welcome Pack
Volunteer Training

Skills you'll need
Effective listening skills, Good verbal communication skills, Work with wide range of people.

Any out of pocket expense covered.

As a social enterprise, we're committed to creating opportunities to encourage as many people as we can to get out into the woods. We run regular volunteering days on our main site near the Lake of Menteith and on coppice sites across the Central Belt.

Volunteers help with general site maintenance and upkeep, prep for upcoming events and workshops, and processing any wood we can get our hands on, either donated to us or cut from the coppice. In return, volunteers can learn new skills, meet new people, chat around the campfire and generally benefit from the great outdoors. You can come along as individuals or in a group - hello@greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk please let us know in advance if you're planning on joining us.

https://www.facebook.com/greenaspirationsscotland/ Follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with volunteering opportunities or get in touch hello@greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk to find out more.

All volunteering starts around 10am and lasts for as long as you want to stay (usually when it gets dark!). For volunteering on our site or the estate, https://www.greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk/contact

Volunteering on site takes place fortnightly on Fridays: 17 October; 31 October; 14 November; 28 November.

Perks and Benefits
Hot drinks and snacks provided, plus a campfire to cook on.

Skills you'll need
No experience or skills are needed. We are an outdoor, woodlands, off-grid site and work is physical, so volunteers must be willing to spend the day outdoors and be able to do physical work.

As a social enterprise, we're committed to creating opportunities to encourage as many people as we can to get out into the woods. We run regular volunteering days on our main site near the Lake of Menteith and on coppice sites across the Central Belt.

It's the start of the hazel coppice season! Join us fortnightly on Fridays at Redlees Urban Park to help us cut and process this year's coppice coupe. Meet in the car park at 10am and stay for as long as you like. You can come along as individuals or in a group - please let us know in advance if you're planning on joining us.

NB: there are no toilets at Redlees.

Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/greenaspirationsscotland/ to keep up to date with volunteering opportunities or get in touch hello@greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk to find out more.

All volunteering starts around 10am and lasts for as long as you want to stay (usually when it gets dark!). For volunteering on our site or the estate, click here for directions. https://www.greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk/contact

Volunteering at Redlees takes place fortnightly on Fridays: 10 October; 24 October; 7 November; 21 November; 5 December.

Perks and Benefits
Coffee and tea provided, but please bring your own lunch.

Skills you'll need
No skills or experience are necessary, but this is physical work in the woodlands.

Teenage Dirtbags: new volunteer group for young people

Teenage dirtbags is a new volunteer group for young people aged 14-24. Between October 2025 and February 2026, we're asking young people to get out into the woods, learn woodland crafts and sustainable woodland management techniques, and help us build a new woodland workshop. It's free to attend, and a great way to learn more about the woodlands and hang out with your friends - as well as making new ones!

Supported by https://www.forestry.gov.scot/, over the course of 5 months we'll introduce the Teenage Dirtbags to traditional crafts and skills, including coppicing, tree planting, greenwood crafts and blacksmithing, and work together to build a timber-framed workshop in the woods. We're hoping that the project will lead to some great benefits for the participants, including:

• Increasing wellbeing

• Increasing confidence - about being outdoors, working with others, and doing practical activities

• Learning about potential careers in the woods

• Having a great time!

At different points in the programme, we'll invite members of the local community to join us, so that our Dirtbags can demonstrate what they've learned and, in turn, learn from the different experiences of the community. And we'll finish with a celebration event, where (hopefully) we can unveil the new workshop.

Full details are available on our website here: https://www.greenaspirationsscotland.co.uk/teenagedirtbags. Places are free but limited, so please sign up online.

Sessions take place on: 25 October; 8 November; 22 November; 13 December; 16 January; 30 January; 13 February and 21 February.

Perks and Benefits
Lunch, snacks and hot drinks provided at each session.
If you need help with outdoor kit (shoes/ jackets/ etc), please let us know.

Skills you'll need
No experience or skills are necessary. Sessions are outdoors, so participants must be willing to spend the days in the woodland.

As a volunteer you will be actively engaging with our young people who has disabilities through play.

You will join in games, sensory play and help build confidence with our young people.

You will work alongside staff and other volunteers in a group to create a safe, inclusive and fun environment.

You will be building meaningful connections with our young people and make them feel supported and empowered.

You will bring energy to the role and contribute to the young people's emotional wellbeing, social development and sense of belonging.

Perks and Benefits
All training will be provided
Be part of a supportive team environment
Flexible times to volunteer

Skills You'll Need
Good communication
A willingness to learn and have fun
Be a team player

Travel Information
Our venue is a 30 minute walk from the town or jump on the Park and Ride bus to The Peak and walk down.

Purpose of the Role

The chair provides leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that ACTS Scotland CiC fulfills it's mission to support young people aged 16-25 who currently have no positive destination. The chair works closely with the Board and senior staff to guide the organisation's strategy, governance and growth.

Main Responsibilities

Leadership & Governance

• Lead the Board in setting the strategic direction and monitoring progress.

• Ensure the Board fulfills it's responsibilities for governance, financial oversight, and compliance with CiC regulations.

• Encourage open, constructive discussion and effective decision- making.

• Build a strong working relationship with the Chief Executive / Programme Manager.

Strategy & Growth

• Support development of long-term plans for sustainability and growth.

• Champion innovation, partnerships, and business development opportunities.

• Help identify and secure funding streams to sustain and expand programmes.

Board Effectiveness

• Plan and chair Board meetings, ensuring agendas are clear and focused.

• Support and develop trustees to contribute fully.

• Lead trustee recruitment and succession planning to maintain a strong and diverse Board.

External Representation

• Act as a key ambassador for ACTS Scotland CiC, representing the organisation to funders, partners and stakeholders.

• Build relationships with external organisations and networks to enhance the organisation's profile and influence.

Perks and Benefits
Benefits of the Role
Opportunity to provide leadership to a growing community-focused organisation.
Play a central role in shaping strategy and impact.
Develop governance and leadership experience.
Work alongside a committed team making a real difference in young people's lives.
Note: This is a voluntary position; reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Skills you'll need
Skills & Qualities
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Experience of chairing meetings and achieving consensus.
Strategic thinking and the ability to see the "big picture."
Understanding of governance, finance, and risk management.
Commitment to the mission of ACTS Scotland CiC and the wellbeing of young people.

Purpose of the Role

To support the strategic direction, growth and sustainability of ACTS Scotland CiC by contributing expertise in strategy, business development, and funding. Trustees play a vital role in ensuring the organisation achieves it's mission to support young people aged 16-25 who have no positive destination.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with fellow trustees to set and review the strategic direction of the organisation.

• Provide expertise in business growth and development, helping ACTS Scotland CiC expand it's impact and reach.

• Support and advise on funding opportunities, including grants, corporate partnerships, and social enterprise activity.

• Ensure effective use of resources and sustainability of the organisation.

• Contribute to the development of policies, governance, and risk management.

• Act as an ambassador for ACTS Scotland CiC, promoting the organisation's mission to external stakeholders.

• Attend board meetings, sub-committees, and strategic workshops as required.

Perks and Benefits
Benefits of Being a Trustee
Make a real difference in improving the lives of vulnerable young people in Scotland.
Share your skills and experience to shape the future of a growing social enterprise.
Gain experience of social enterprise governance and strategic leadership.
Develop networks with other professionals and community leaders.
Note: This is a voluntary role; reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Skills you'll need
Skills & Qualities Sought
We are particularly looking for trustees with experience in:
Strategy and organisational growth
Business and development planning
Fundraising, grants, or income generation
Strong networking and relationship-building skills
Commitment to the values and mission of ACTS Scotland CiC.

Purpose of the Role

To take the lead in safeguarding and child protection within ACTS Scotland CiC, ensuring that young people (aged 16-25) are safe, supported, and protected from harm.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns raised by staff, volunteers, or young people.

• Respond appropriately to disclosures or concerns, following ACTS Scotland CiC safeguarding policies.

• Report and escalate concerns to statutory agencies (e.g., Social Work, Police) where necessary.

• Keep accurate, secure, and confidential record of safeguarding issues.

• Support staff and volunteers to recognise and respond to safeguarding risks.

• Keep safeguarding policies and procedures up to date in line with legislation and best practice.

• Deliver or arrange basic safeguarding training and keep knowledge current.

Perks and Benefits
Benefits to you as a Volunteer
Make a vital difference in keeping vulnerable young people safe.
Gain skills in safeguarding, leadership, and record-keeping.
Training and experience valued by employers in youth work, education and social care.
Be part of a supportive team making a positive impact in the community.

Training & Support Provided
Full safeguarding training (initial and refresher).
Ongoing support from the Programme Manager and Board.
Opportunities to develop leadership and safeguarding expertise.

Skills you'll need
Skills & Qualities
Good listening and communication skills.
Approachable, calm, and able to deal with sensitive situations.
Ability to respect confidentiality while understanding when information must be shared.
Organised, reliable, and able to keep accurate records.
Commitment to the wellbeing of young people and ACTS Scotland CiC values.

Role Purpose

To support the delivery of an Employability Skills Development Programme for young people aged 16-25 who are not currently in education, employment, or training. The volunteer will work alongside an experienced tutor to help participants develop confidence, essential workplace skills, and a positive outlook on their future pathways.

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist the lead tutor in delivering engaging sessions on employability skills such as CV writing, interview preparation, communication, teamwork, and problem solving.

• Provide one-to-one encouragement and guidance to young people during activities and workshops.

• Help create a supportive, inclusive, and motivating learning environment.

• Support with practical tasks such as setting up resources, distributing materials, and monitoring group activities.

• Offer constructive feedback and celebrate participants' progress.

• Act as a positive role model and promote respect, responsibility, and resilience.

• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and organisational policies at all times.

Perks and Benefits

• Gain valuable experience working alongside an experienced tutor in a learning and development environment.

• Build skills in communication, facilitation, and youth engagement.

• Enhance employability by developing team work, organisation, and mentoring skills.

• Receive training and ongoing support from programme staff.

• Make a positive difference in the lives of young people, helping them move towards, education, training, or employment.

• Opportunity to network with professionals in education, training, and employability support.

• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses (where applicable).

• Certificate of appreciation/reference upon completion of volunteering.

Skills you'll need
Skills & Qualities Required

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting young people.

• Reliability and commitment to agreed volunteering times.

• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from the lead tutor.

• No prior teaching or tutoring experience - training and guidance will be provided.

SSPCAare looking for volunteers for the National Wildlife Rescue Centre at Fishcross. Details here: Our National Wildlife Rescue Centre | Scottish SPCA   Includes a map of how to get there. Please note, it’s not the easiest place to get to and the client would have to make their own way there, preferably by car.

Fishcross Wildlife Centre:

• 6-week programme/volunteering, working towards Rehabilitate the animals (birds and small mammals), preparing them to go back/releasing them into the wild.

• Cleaning out enclosures and learning about the animals

• Washing and cleaning the animals (there will be limited handling of the animals at the beginning and will depend on the type of animal

• You will be involved with working within a team.

• Potential to stay on at the end of the programme if they enjoy it.

We have just launched our Employability Scheme Placements throughout our Rescue & Rehoming Centre’s, where we would like to offer work placements for those looking to get into or back into work.

We already offer a few other schemes for young people – our youth volunteering programme offers experience to those aged 14 -16 (one day a week for 8 weeks) and we have a further education scheme offering placements to those studying animal care/vet sciences at university or college (one full week, Monday to Friday). We’re now hoping to expand into offering employability placements to people looking for help getting back into work after a period of unemployment. Ideally this would be for older people, but we understand that a lot of young people need support getting into work as well so we’re open to anything. We have already trialled the programme in our Dumbarton centre, where two people came to us for a few hours a week for about 6 weeks to gain confidence in the working environment and it was very successful!

**Attention all ***

We are looking for Volunteers to help with the Maintenance team (they meet Tuesday and Wednesday).

If you are interested in woodworking, metalwork, electricity, stonemasonry, or general maintenance and are fit and able. please email us  at volunteer@bannockburnhouse.scot or come along to the house on a Wednesday between 10am & 2pm.

Joining our Maintenance team is not just about contributing your skills but also about learning and growing your own ability.

We are always looking for willing volunteers throughout the year. If this is something that you are interested in finding out more about and getting involved, 

Please contact Lisa Pilgrim, our Volunteer Co-ordinator at volunteer@startupstirling.org.uk who can advise.

If you are feline fantastic, Cats Protection have plenty of volunteering roles to get your claws into