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Date: 10th April 2015
Issue: 479
E-Bulletin
Volunteering Bytes Launches!
Leadership Exchange Programme
Information & Networking Event
Thursday, 30 April 2015
10am to 12noon
Aberdeen Community Health and Care Village
FREE!
On Micro volunteering Day 2015 ACVO were delighted to be part of
the launch of Scotland’s first dedicated mobile optimised website for
micro volunteering-Volunteering Bytes.
This event aims to bring together leaders from
across sectors to network and potentially find
a match for a Leadership Exchange. Delegates
will be given a chance to speed network and
meet others interested in the Leadership
Exchange Programme.
Organised by Aberdeen City Council/Community Planning Aberdeen and Pathways the launch of Volunteering Bytes
provided people with the opportunity to learn more about this fantastic new initiative, view Volunteering Bytes and provide
feedback, with ipads available for people to have a go too. Lyndsay Johnstone and Julie Milne from Aberdeen City Council
provided participants with background to Volunteering Bytes and how it connects to the Community Planning Aberdeen
Volunteering Strategy ‘Making the Difference: Volunteering in Aberdeen’ which is bringing everyone together to help make
Aberdeen the best place to volunteer.
Volunteering Bytes links to existing volunteering promotional sources and also has new, exciting features which provide
another good source for people to get involved in volunteering. It is framed around Scottish Government priorities and
will particularly be useful in engaging more people in community activities and volunteering/providing greater access to
volunteering via mobile devices. This includes micro volunteering-small actions that make a difference, that can be done
anytime, anyplace, anywhere, on the bus or even at home in your pyjamas!
The Lord Provost Councillor George Adam officially launched Volunteering Bytes and once again gave his strong support to
volunteering in Aberdeen City and the important contribution volunteers make to day to day life in Aberdeen.
View and try out Volunteering Bytes at: www.volunteeringbytes.net
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The ACVO and SHMU team welcomed the excellent Gregor Howitt
as this week’s special guest on the ‘So Why Don’t You….’ programme
on SHMU-FM Community Radio-99.8FM.
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Gregor provides SHMU-FM listeners with information regarding
superb work he undertakes supporting the Youth Outreach Bus
Trust. Gregor explains that The Youth Outreach Bus or ‘Red Bus’ as
it has become known is a converted double decker bus which has
been completely re-designed inside to become a mobile youth drop in centre for ages s1-s6 (secondary school). It
has Playstations, Music System (which plays both internally and externally) and a widescreen TV which can play
DVD’s and be connected to the Nintendo Wii.
ADVERTISING
The Youth Outreach Bus Trust is currently expanding its volunteers and is looking for people to assist and engage
with the young people attending in a positive and encouraging manner. The bus currently operates in Dyce and
Seaton, but is mobile and is actively looking to expand to working in other parts of Aberdeen as well. Gregor
states that this is an exciting and unique opportunity to help with the only mobile youth drop in centre like this in
Aberdeen. A great opportunity to help, make a difference for young people and the local community and be part
of a friendly, supportive team of volunteers. For more information please e-mail: [email protected] / web:
http://www.dyceyob.org.uk/
‘Mike on the Mic’ from ACVO, SHMU’s ‘Rod on the Radio’ and ‘Avril who does A’thing’ also pack in the latest
ACVO, Third Sector, volunteering, community news and updates, mixed in with some good tunes and banter
throughout the programme.
Listen in to the full programme on SHMU FM Community Radio station – 99.8FM or online at: http://www.shmu.
org.uk/fm this Wednesday between 2-3pm and also repeated on Monday 27th April 2015, 9-10am.
The ACVO and SHMU team have more brilliant special guests lined up over the next few weeks including the
Future Choices, VSA/Carers Point, Advocacy Service Aberdeen, Home-start Aberdeen, Celebrate Aberdeen Team,
Dreams Come True charity and Childline. Remember to listen in……
If you/your organisation would like to appear on the ‘So Why Don’t You……’ programme or would like us to
highlight any news from your organisation please contact Mike Melvin at ACVO on: [email protected]
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New Opportunities for the Trainees
at Fly Cup
Fly Cup Catering based in Inverurie provides training
and employment opportunities for adults with
learning difficulties (trainees) in the catering sector.
At their inverurie, premises on Burghmuir Circle, the
staff team support 27 trainees who learn everything in
a kitchen environment, including soups, sandwiches,
baking and hot meals. They also gain independent
living skills by undertaking tasks such as recycling,
ironing and cleaning. There is also the opportunity for
the trainees when they work alongside staff serving
customers in the coffee shop. The structured training programme gives the trainees a sense of wellbeing, confidence and
self-esteem. All of the trainees receive certificates acknowledging their skills, with some achieving NVQ qualifications to aid
progression into main stream employment.
Recently, Fly Cup received a grant from Comic Relief which allowed them to extend their premises into the unit above the
coffee shop. The premises, will eventually be turned into conference and meeting space for use by other organisations and
individuals. Currently, the space is being rented for office use to groups and organisations, whilst the Management Team
at Fly Cup gain planning permission and raise funds for additional toilets and petitioning to enable full leasing for groups of
up to 50 individuals.
However, the team at Fly Cup are also delighted to announce that they are expanding and have recently taken over the
coffee shop and kitchen within the Axis centre at Newmachar. Business Manager, Denise Belshaw tells us:
“We were approached by the Management Team of the Axis Centre at the beginning of the year to ascertain whether we
might be interested in taking the lease to support their coffee shop. I immediately saw the potential to enable us to offer
the same training and employment opportunities for adults with learning difficulties living in the Dyce and coastal villages
around the area, who are not able to access Inverurie so easily.
We took over the lease at Newmachar in March. We now have new staff in place and are open Monday to Saturday from
9.00 – 4.00 pm.”
“We hope that by the beginning of June our first trainees will be in place.”
The team at Fly Cup are delighted with the support they are receiving from the local community, with feedback being
very positive. In the coming weeks, it is intended to introduce the Fly Cup menu, and to offer the “Bus pass Special” and
Children’s Platters, which are so popular at the Inverurie Fly Cup. Denise explains.
We offer anyone with a bus pass a two course lunch for £5.00 one day a week and the children’s platter at £2.55. Both
options are a real hit with our customers in Inverurie and I feel sure it will be in Newmachar.
Should you wish any further information about Fly Cup or the new coffee shop, then do not hesitate to contact Denise on
01467 625645, visit their facebook page flycup-catering or email [email protected].
Office Space Wanted
SAMH (Scottish Association For Mental Health) are looking for office space around the Aberdeen city centre for two people.
If you or anyone you know can offer some space please contact Karen Brown on 01224 633133 or email north.office@samh.
org.uk
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Mental Health Aberdeen Paints the Way Forward
Thanks to Kind Donation
A leading north-east charity has received a donation with a difference that will
enable it to transform its working environment.
Mental Health Aberdeen (MHA) has been gifted paint from Spencer Coatings
Limited which is being used to revamp its central office and create an uplifting
environment for workers and visitors.
The painting and coatings manufacturer first assisted the charity 14 years ago
by donating materials to MHA’s Aberdeen Supported Housing Project - and has now repeated the kind gesture.
Fiona Mooney, fundraising and marketing manager at MHA, said: “We approached Spencer Coatings Limited as they have
helped us in the past and we are absolutely delighted that they have assisted us again. Their kind donation of a large amount
of paint means we can begin to brighten up our office space. We have had corporate volunteers from ADIL, Canadian Natural
Resources, Anderson Anderson Brown and KCA Deutag to do the painting work and they worked tirelessly to transform our
four offices and hallway within our central office building. The volunteers have also helped with the arduous task of moving
our office furniture.
“The office is looking so much brighter already and we are so grateful to both Spencer Coatings Limited and our volunteers
for giving up their time to help us. It makes such a difference for our visitors to be able to come to a warm, bright, welcoming
place and we want to thank everyone involved who is helping us transform the space.”
Linda Stronach of Spencer Coating Limited, said: “We were happy to get involved and assist such a worthy local charity by
donating our products to help enhance the charity’s premises. MHA works hard to deliver their vital services in Aberdeen
and throughout the north-east and we are pleased we were able to help in this way.”
MHA was founded in 1950 and provides support services, counselling and advice to people affected by challenges related to
mental health and wellbeing. Services are available for children from the age of 12 and adults. The organisation was among
the first to provide community care – with its first residential project, a group home for discharged psychiatric patients,
opened more than 35 years ago. MHA has also been providing day services continuously for over 60 years.
OSCR Consults on Charity Test Guidance
OSCR, Scotland’s charity regulator has announced a full revision of its key guidance for charities and applicants, and has
called on the sector and the public to give feedback on its draft publication.
Meeting the Charity Test has been updated in light of the Scottish Charity Regulator’s experience over the past nine years,
granting charity status to nearly 10,000 applicants and handling nearly 2,000 complaints and status reviews of charities.
Read the draft guidance here; http://www.oscr.org.uk/charities/guidance/draft-charity-test-guidance
Respond to the consultation here; http://www.oscr.org.uk/about/our-work/consultations/draft-charity-test-guidanceconsultation
Key features of the updated guidance include a less formal tone, case study examples and web-based sections that allow
users to navigate easily between areas of particular interest to their own organisations.
ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers writes; “This is a major development of the guidance on the charity test with
much extended examples and case studies.”
The consultation runs until 26th May.
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“TADHA” The Annie Dow Heroism Award
The Annie Dow Heroism award (TADHA) takes its inspiration from Annie Dow, a young woman
who has additional support needs, who saved the lives of her mother, father, family friend and
dog Hamish when she bravely raised the alarm after discovering a fire in the middle of the night
which destroyed her home.
Inspired by her heroism an anonymous donor gifted £20,000 in recognition of her bravery and
that of other young people with additional support needs in Scotland.
Nominations were put forward to the judging panel that were made up of DCC Rose Fitzpatrick,
Police Scotland, Lieutenant Colonel Rob Heatly, MBE Royal Marines, Anne Houston, former Chief
Executive of Children’s First, Peter Murray, Assistant Chief Officer, Scotland Fire and Rescue
Services, Louise Macdonald, Chief Executive Young Scot and Aaron McHale, young campaigner
and Haggeye Member.
16 Year old Abi Wardle from Galashiels was crowned the first ever winner at an award ceremony held in Edinburgh’s
Summerhall on 19th March 2015, where she received a cash prize of £2,500. Two runners up received £250.
TADHA will soon be looking for new nominations for next year’s event. Do you know a potential candidate for this prestigious
award? If so please check the TADHA website for entry criteria and further information on the award itself.
www.tadha.co.uk/
Examining the Party Manifestos from a Charity Perspective
Orginal Article by Voluntary News
The major party manifestos have now been published, and we have added links to sector analysis and commentary, including
from Charity Finance Group, Charity Aid Foundation, NCVO, ACEVO (charity chief executives). An attempt at bringing key
items together, no attempt at being definitive (or balanced!):
• Labour’s policies of particular interest: repeal of the Lobbying Act and commitment to early intervention
both welcomed, Living Wage for public service providers could mean higher wage bills, concern that NHS
preferred provider policy might limit charities. various measures to strengthen not-for-profit services for
children and young people, restrictions for private schools on rate relief.
• Green: repealing the Lobbying Act, increasing international aid, support for social enterprises in particular
co-ops, working as a strong enabling force for the voluntary sector in government.
• Conservatives: “resurrection for the Big Society”, 3 days volunteering leave for those in large companies
and the public sector, commitments on international aid and growing National Citizen Service, more social
impact bonds and payment-by-results.
• Liberal Democrats: open public procurement for charities, review the Lobbying Act, new and improved
Work Programme, new community banking sector.
Also added to Election 2015 are various policy manifestos put forward by voluntary sector bodies. These include:
• Charity Finance Group has outlined five policy priorities, including a focus on gift aid and irrecoverable VAT
and changes in the rules around pensions.
• ‘One hundred days for early action – time for government to put prevention first’ has been published by
Community Links and Early Action Task Force. NPC’s Chief Exec argues for a revolutionary new approach both
in Whitehall and among service providers as the only way to ensure early action makes progress reducing
social problems.
• An article from Cherry Orchard Garden Service puts the case for a new Access to Volunteering fund, as
put forward in NCVO’s manifesto, to help with the additional costs in creating opportunities for disabled
volunteers.
• Social Enterprise Scotland and the Health and Social Care Alliance manifestos call on Scottish politicians to
commit to greater public participation in politics and democracy.
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Making Connections Finding Solutions
We have moved!
I-Connect North East is now located at
491 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DB
For more information contact us at 01224 583939 or
[email protected]
New location
Previous office
Registered as charity by the Inland Revenue, Scottish Charity Number SCO44328
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Aberdeen Football Club - New Charity Request
Procedure
Aberdeen FC Community Trust exists to provide support and opportunity
to others. At present AFCCT provide this support directly to over 9,000
people every year by delivering community focused programmes and
initiatives targeted at the following 5 strands: Positive Activity; Health &
Wellbeing; Equality & Inclusion; Good Citizenship and Learning.
Aberdeen Football Club work in partnership with AFCCT to deliver these charitable activities which are focused primarily
within the North East of Scotland and are delivered to those individuals and organisations identified as being ‘in need’ of
such help
AFCCT co-ordinates all requests on behalf of Aberdeen Football Club but due to the extremely high volume of requests we
receive, on a daily basis, we now have a new procedure which has a criteria to which all requests are to be adhered to. Our
priority is to support local registered charities and community groups, we regularly support National/International campaigns
which is looked upon on an individual basis. AFCCT will hold a monthly draw for applications who fit the criteria, donations
will include signed items of memorabilia which are exclusive to AFCCT
We are inviting local charities and groups to submit their application forms for the inaugural monthly draw at the end of
April. Full details can be found by clicking on this link http://www.afccommunitytrust.org/fundraising/charity_requests.php
Prestigious Local Literary Magazine Launches New Edition
Pushing Out the Boat, North-East Scotland’s Magazine of New Writing and the Visual Arts, launches
Issue 13 on 26 April, followed by readings at Aberdeen University’s Mayfestival. Much has been
achieved by the magazine’s volunteer team since their previous edition: now a Scottish Charity,
‘for the advancement of the arts, heritage & culture’, they’ve also launched an online Submissions
system, and fully funded the magazine for the first time ever.
In 96 pages of selected stories, poems and art, 57 writers and artists, many from or with
connections to the local area, are introduced in a Foreword by acclaimed writer Esther Woolfson.
The first-time published are represented, as well as youngsters aged from 12 to 17, side-by-side
their established peers.
After its launch, this new edition of Pushing Out the Boat can be read in public and school libraries of both City and Shire,
and those of Aberdeen’s Universities and Colleges. The magazine retails in many local galleries, shops and cafés throughout
the North East, and costs £7 [plus post and packing when ordering via its website, which is accepting pre-orders NOW].
FOR MORE INFORMATION go to the website www.pushingouttheboat.co.uk or email: [email protected]
How to Get Thousands of People to Support your Charity on Social Media
Original Article by Paul Cardwell, Third Force News
How do you build up a fan base of more than 44,000 followers on Facebook in just a few months?
Ollie Buchanan and his friends at Humans of Edinburgh told members of the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations’
comms network exactly how, and now TFN is sharing that advice with you.
If you haven’t seen it before, the Humans of Edinburgh page offers an array of heart-warming, funny and tear-jerking stories
from real people Ollie has met on the streets of the Capital.
http://thirdforcenews.org.uk/management/features/how-to-get-thousands-of-people-to-support-your-charity-on-socialmedia
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Aberdeen City Voice
35th City Voice Questinnaire - call for questions
Aberdeen City Voice are looking for questions for their 35th
Questionaire, due to be issued in June 2015 with results expected
in August.
Aberdeen City Voice is a panel of Aberdeen City residents who are contacted on a regular basis to ask for their
views on a wide range of issues that affect their community. At the moment around 1,000 residents are on the City
Voice Panel and are sent 3 questionnaires a year. The City Voice is supported by Aberdeen’s Community Planning
Partnership, and covers a wide range of topics.
If you are interested in submitting some questions to the City Voice please consult the questionnaire guidance
below.
Guidance for Submitting Questions
Questionnaire Guidance
Please ensure all questions for the 35th questionnaire are submitted to Sharon Wilkinson (swilkinson@aberdeencity.
gov.uk), on the proforma, by Wednesday 22 April 2015. Once the questions are submitted, you will be invited to
attend the Editorial Board meeting on Wednesday 6th January 2015 at 10am (Marischal college, room 4-w-01) to
discuss and review your questions.
It is essential that you or a representative are able to attend the Editorial Board meeting to discuss your questions.
If you do not attend your questions will be removed. ACVO is happy to take questions forward to the editorial
board on behalf of the third sector.
Consultation on Aberdeen City Council Gaelic Language Plan
The Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act 2005 was passed by the Scottish Parliament with a view
to securing the status of the Gaelic language as an official language of Scotland commanding
equal respect to the English language. One of the key features of the 2005 Act is the provision
enabling Bòrd na Gàidhlig to require public bodies to prepare Gaelic Language Plans. This
provision was designed to ensure that the public sector in Scotland plays its part in creating a
sustainable future for Gaelic by raising its status and profile and creating practical opportunities for its use.
ACC’s intention is to present the Plan for consideration to the Finance, Policy and Resources Committee at its
meeting of 9th June with the Plan then being submitted to Bòrd na Gàidhlig on 12th June.
Any feedback you may have would be gratefully received. Responses should be sent to Sandra Bruce, sandrab@
aberdeencity.gov.uk by 10th May.
Access the draft plan here - http://acvo.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Aberdeen-City-Council-GLP-v6-0.
doc
Tapadh leibh
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FUNDING
If you need to discuss any funding issues for your organisation, please do not hesitate to contact ACVO’s Funding
and Business Planning Officer, Alison Chandler on (01224) 686054 or e-mail [email protected]
BUPA UK Launches New Charitable Foundation
Healthcare provider Bupa UK has announced the launch of the Bupa UK Foundation, a new charitable
foundation that will provide grants to support health and social care projects across the UK.
The new foundation is expected to award up to £1 million in grants this year. The funding will be
offered through clearly defined funding programmes, each of which will be focused on a different
theme. The theme of the first funding round will be announced in mid-May when the Foundation
opens to applications, with funding decisions expected in the summer.
According to the Bupa UK Foundation website, the Foundation will fund a small number of practical projects and initiatives
that aim to tackle critical challenges in health and social care, deliver public benefit and make a direct impact on people’s
health and wellbeing.
The Foundation has a strong interest in tackling health conditions that can affect everyone, including heart health, cancer,
Type 2 diabetes and dementia. It will also focus on important factors that underpin good health, such as mental health,
ageing and wellness, the prevention of long-term conditions, and behaviour change to improve health and wellbeing.
The Foundation is currently inviting interested groups to comment and provide their ideas on:
• Themes or challenges they would like to see the Foundation tackle through its funding programmes.
• Its approach to grant-making and the kinds of projects and initiatives it plans to fund.
http://www.bupaukfoundation.org/
Aberdeen City Council’s Cultural Awards Project Funding
Aberdeen City Council’s Cultural Awards Project Funding scheme offers funding to local not-for-profit
arts organisations and community groups to deliver cultural projects in Aberdeen.
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to support a maximum of 50% of the total project costs.
Remaining project costs can include a combination of funding and in-kind contributions, but must include at least 25%
funding from a source external to the Council.
Applications will be considered from any organisation, community group, partnerships or individual who has:
• An ability to deliver high quality cultural activity.
• Not-for-profit status.
• An appropriate governance structure.
• An equal opportunities statement or policy.
• Relevant accounting procedures.
• A clear requirement for support.
Proposals will be considered for any type of high quality, aspirational and accessible arts and culture project, including:
• Community arts workshops.
• Heritage trails.
• Networking events.
• Visual arts exhibitions.
The deadline for applications is 27 April 2015 (9am).
Full details can be found on the Aberdeen City Council website
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FUNDING
The Creative Breaks Funding Programme
Creative Breaks provides grants to third sector organisations working in Scotland to
increase the range and choice of short break opportunities for carers of adults, kinship
carers, young carers and the people they care for.
The programme will distribute around £1 million of Scottish Government funding in 2015.
The deadline for applications is Noon, Friday 8th May 2015.
Interested?
The application form and guidance notes are on the Shared Care Scotland website including information about the fund.
You can apply for grant either to develop short break services or for funding to establish your own small grant scheme for
carers so that carers can then pay for the short break that’s right for them.
Our maximum grant is £50,000 for one year. Successful applications will receive their grant in September 2015.
Grab a Grant
CSV’s Action Earth campaign is helping to get people and communities busy outdoors.
We have grants to give to groups of volunteers who are carrying out environmental
projects in Scotland. The campaign runs from April to February each year.
• Grants from £50 to £250 are available for practical activities that involve
volunteers in improving outdoor spaces or creating habitats for wildlife. Grants
can be used to purchase plants, tools and materials or to cover volunteer expenses.
• If your group is volunteering on a Local Nature Reserve we can give you up to £500 for practical work,
wildlife recording or educational activities that encourage more people onto the reserve.
If you have any questions contact Robert Henderson at [email protected] or call 0131 222 9083 / 622 7766.
For more information and to apply online go to: http://actionearth.csv.org.uk
People’s Postcode Trust Invites Applications from Scotland
The People’s Postcode Trust has opened its Small Grants Programme to applications from
not-for-profit organisations in Scotland for its first funding round of 2015.
Registered charities, SCIOs, constituted voluntary and community groups, social enterprises,
community interest companies (CIC), not-for-profit organisations and sports clubs have the
month of April to submit an application.
Grants of between £500 and £20,000 are available for projects in Scotland lasting up to 12 months. Applicants that are not
formally registered as a charity with the OSCR can apply for up to £2,000, while those that are registered can apply for up
to £20,000.
The grants are aimed at projects that advance citizenship or community development. Advancing community development
involves creating opportunities for the community to learn new skills and, by enabling people to act together, helps further
social inclusion and equality.
http://www.postcodetrust.org.uk/small-grants.htm
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LOCAL EVENTS
To advertise an event in this E-Bulletin, please send details to Alasdair Simpson, Communications Officer at
[email protected].
ACVO TRAINING PROGRAMME 2015
Below and on the next few pages are the first lot of courses we will be running in 2015. Click
on the title to be taken to the booking information or visit http://acvo.org.uk/about/training/
A Critical Path for Event Planning and Management
Date: 24th April 2015
Time: 10am - 4pm
Venue: 38 Castle Street
Cost: £50 (15% Discount for ACVO Members)
This new workshop arises from demand expressed at the hugely successful Big Aberdeen Event on 22nd September and shares with
delegates over 25 years of learning from Telethons, Conferences, Parades, Fun Days and Awards ceremonies. It will be useful for
organisations and individuals needing a tool with which to manage risks and achieve their aims through and beyond events as part of
their overall development strategy. It will be most useful for those just beginning to think about their event (rather than having one
imminent) and will be useful for Board members and voluntary committee members as well as paid staff.
Strategy Workshop
Date: 28th April 2015
Time: 0930 - 1630
Location: 38 Castle Street, AB11 5YU
Cost: £80 (15% Discount for ACVO Members)
The aim of this workshop is to provide participants with practical guidance on strategy development and implementation.
By the end of the course participants will have:
• Considered a number of tools for developing and implementing organisational strategy
• Defined or reviewed or the process for strategy development in their organisation
• Considered how to engage their boards in effective strategy development
• Explored how to measure and track implementation
• Identified practical actions
Management Committee Skills
Date: 30th April
Time: 12.30 – 2pm
Venue: 38 Castle Street
Cost: £10
Come along to ACVO’s Training course Introduction to Management Committee Skills.
Led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers, the lunchtime session will cover;
Role of the Committee
Role of the Committee Member
Roles of the Office Bearers
Before, during and after a meeting
Legal Responsibilities
Recruitment & Retention
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VAT & Tax implications of Charities Trading
Date: 1st May 2015
Time: 9.45 – 1.30pm
Venue: ACVO, 38 Castle Street
Cost: £40 (15% discount for ACVO members)
This course provides awareness of key VAT and Tax risks and opportunities for charities with trade and trading subsidiaries
Finance for Non- Finance Manager – Managing your Charity’s Finances
Date: 7th May
Time : 9.30 – 11.30am
Venue: 38 Castle Street
Cost: £35 (15% discount for ACVO members)
This course provides awareness of key issues within charity finances
Topics to be covered:
• Financial processes/procedures
• Reporting & framework
• Maintenance of books & records
• Financial management
• Budgets
• Tips for your charity in difficult times
Introduction to Fundraising
Date: 19th May 2015
Time: 0945 - 1630
Venue: ACVO, 38 Castle Street
Cost: £50 (15% discount for ACVO members)
Based on several decades of fundraising experience, this enjoyable, light-hearted and practical stand-alone workshop is a
must if you want to get serious about sustaining your organisation.
Limited places available for this interactive workshop which is both an excellent refresher for fundraisers seeking to a new
direction and the essential grounding for those new to fundraising and grant-seeking
Duties and Responsibilities of Charity Trustees
28th May
Time: 12 – 2pm
Venue: 38 Castle Street
Cost: £10
Come along to ACVO’s Training course on Duties and Responsibilities of Charity Trustees.
Led by ACVO Development Officer Sandy Mathers, the lunchtime session will cover;
Background to the Act
Who are Charity Trustees?
General duties of Trustees
Specific duties of Trustees
Remuneration of Charity Trustees
Breach of duty as a Charity Trustee
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help to complete forms,
10:00 to 16:00
SANCTIONS, BUDGETING,
(CALL BACK FACILITY AVAILABLE)
appeals & reconsideration,
low-cost loans, savings,
community care grants, DEBT,
food parcels,
Crisis Grants,
fire/home safety checks,
REPAIRS & ADAPTATIONS,
Reducing energy bills, Rent &
GET THE HELP YOU
NEED FOR YOURSELF,
OR ANYONE YOU ARE
HELPING
Council Tax Arrears healthy eating
…and more
Everyone Welcome
Kazdy jest mile widziany
Visi esate laukiami
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Leadership Exchange Programme
Information & Networking Event
Thursday, 30 April 2015
10am to 12noon
Aberdeen Community Health and Care Village,
50 Frederick Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5HY
FREE!
This event aims to bring together leaders from across sectors to network and potentially find a
match for a Leadership Exchange. Delegates will be given a chance to speed network and meet
others interested in the Leadership Exchange Programme.
To book a space at this event, please click here.
What is the Leadership Exchange Programme?
The Leadership Exchange Programme pairs up leaders across sectors with the aim of improving
leadership capacity between peers. An exchange takes the form of flexible meetings where
you and your partner take turns to work alongside each other in your organisations, allowing for
individuals to gain an insight into the different cultures, constraints and opportunities that are
experienced in different organisations. The Leadership Exchange also allows participants to
network and build stronger relationships between organisations. The length and format of your
meetings are co-ordinated by you to suit.
Click here to watch our videos featuring previous Leadership Exchange participants describing
their experiences.
The Leadership Exchange Programme is a workstream of Workforce Scotland led by ACOSVO.
This event is held in partnership with ACVO and the North East Learning Collaborative.
If you have any further questions about Leadership Exchanges please contact Leadership
Exchange Development Officer, Emily Martin on [email protected] or 0131 243 2755
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NORTH EAST JOINT SUPERVISORY SKILLS PROGRAMME – STEPPING INTO
MANAGEMENT
What is it?
A programme to assist first line managers from across public and third sectors in the North East of Scotland to help deliver even better
services to local people through the way they manage people.
This modular programme is set against the backdrop of public sector reforms and challenges.
What are the objectives?
The programme aims to:
• Help participants develop their supervisory knowledge, skills and behaviours and
• Create sustainable networks of learning and support across public and third sectors.
Who should attend?
The programme will benefit those who are new to supervision and management or first line managers who want to refresh their skills and
techniques in a collaborative environment. The programme is limited to 19 places for first line managers in the public and third sectors
in the North East.
What does it involve?
The programme consists of 5 modules delivered over 3 consecutive days. These modules cover the essentials of effective people
management and are designed to provide a sound foundation for first line managers as well as an understanding of the shared challenges
across sectors.
How much will it cost?
The 5 statutory organisations co-ordinating this programme have provided the funding so there is no direct cost to individuals. Any
associated expenses incurred by participants, eg travel, overnight accommodation etc, require to be paid by the participant’s organisation.
When is it happening?
The next programme will take place from 19–21 May 2015
Venue: Riverside East, N204, Robert Gordon University, Garthdee Road, Aberdeen, AB10 7GJ
The programme:
Introduction
The Role of the Supervisor
Tuesday 19 May 0900-0915
Module 1
Coaching and Mentoring Skills for Managers
Tuesday 19 May 0915-1215
Module 2
Managing Performance
Tuesday 19 May 1245-1400
Module 3
Managing a Positive Working Environment
and Practical Skills Exercise
Wednesday 20 May 0900–1215, 1245–1400
Module 4 Part 1
Managing Change (1) Planning and Communicating Change
Wednesday 20 May 1400-1600
Module 5
Managing Health and Safety
Thursday 21 May 0900–1215
Module 4 Part 2
Managing Change (2) Personal Responses Thursday 21 May1245–1600
to Change
NB Participants are required to attend all modules to complete the programme - please ensure all dates are available before applying.
How to participate?
Firstly, discuss the opportunity with your line manager and gain their support. A learning contract will form part of the programme so
you can discuss support and feedback arrangements.
If you wish to apply for a place please contact Fiona Lindsay - [email protected] for an application form.
CLOSING DATE FOR NOMINATIONS Wednesday 29 April 2015
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Silver City Surfers @Cummings Park Community Flat
122 Cummings Park Drive
Thursday, 23 April from 11am until 1pm
Drop in to our free event to introduce you to the internet.
Come along for a cup of tea and some cake and we'll help you to
connect with computers. Whether you are a complete novice or
want to brush up on the basics we will be pleased to see you.
It's on bus routes 12 and 13 for Granitehill Road, we're just
around the corner.
Just come along or contact us for more details.
Phone Donna on 01224 681357 or email
[email protected]
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Va Va Voom
Presents:
Aye Spy
Thrills and Suspense, Song, Dance, and Comedy,
Guaranteed from Aberdeen’s only inclusive drama
group.
23rd and 24th April
7pm at the Lemon Tree
£7 (no concessions)
Tickets available from Aberdeen Box Office 01224
641122
In Association with Create Aberdeen. Contact us on
01224313323 or email [email protected] for all enquires
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Free WRAP Workshop’s for Aberdeen City
Penumbra is delivering WRAP workshops on wellbeing and self management.
We are running 2 different training sessions on the following dates –
1. Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th April 2015 (must attend both days) – 10.00am till 4.00pm each day
2. Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th July 2015 (must attend both days) - 10.00am till 4.00pm each day
The venue for both WRAP workshops:
Rosemount Learning Centre, Belgrave Terrace, Aberdeen AB25 2NS
*Tea, coffee will be provided – please bring your own lunch or shops are nearby*
What is WRAP®?
Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) helps you take more control over your own mental health recovery and wellness.
It recognises that you are the expert in your own experience and there are no limits to recovery. WRAP is developed by you.
You choose who assists and supports you as you work on your own plan.
Two SRN (Scottish Recovery Network – www.scottishrecovery.net) Accredited WRAP Facilitators facilitate the workshop.
They will describe the tool, using their experience of WRAP to support their recovery, and how they plan for their own
wellness.
If you are interested contact the Penumbra Aberdeen Nova Project on 01224 621266 or email: aberdeen.nova@penumbra.
org.uk
*Please be aware that there are limited spaces so please book quickly to avoid disappointment*
Audio Description Services at His Majesty’s Theatre
Audio description is a commentary for people with sight problems who have difficulty seeing a
stage. In theatre, it helps them to follow what is going on by describing the essential action, body
language, facial expressions, costume and scenery.
Since 2000, volunteers at His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen have been providing a service to people
with sight problems. The Audio Describer’s Association (Aberdeen) which provides the service is a
small group of dedicated Theatre lovers who have undergone training.
Audio described performances usually take place on Saturday Matinee performances. A headset is required for this service
and will be provided by the Theatre front of house team before the show begins.
Touch Tours enable people with sight problems to experience the stage, feel the set, touch the props and the costumes
which helps to build a picture of the show when listening to the Audio Description. A Touch Tour will take place prior to
most Audio Described performances.
Upcoming shows that will be Audio described are
The Mousetrap on 2 May 2015
Calamity Jane 6 June 2015
Dirty Dancing 26 September 2015
Wicked on 23 May 2015
Anything Goes 25 July 2015
Tickets for these shows can be booked through His Majesty’s Theatre Box Office on 01224 644112
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Presents :
With
Scottish Fellowship Band
Bandmaster Peter Fuller
Saturday 25th April 2015 - 7:00pm
at
The Citadel, 28 Castle Street, Aberdeen. AB11 5BG
Tickets available from ASC, 184-192 Market Street. Tel: 07754141, e-mail: [email protected]
All funds raised will be donated to Aberdeen Seafarers Centre
Registered charity in Scotland SC043560
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Gardener's
Question Time
In support of Momentum Skills
With
Presenters of BBC's Beechgrove Garden
Jim McColl and Carole Baxter
and local retired horticulturist
and soft fruit specialist Colin
Hosted by STV's Chris
Stirling
Harvey
Come along and have your gardening problems
and queries answered by our expert panel
Inverurie Town Hall
Wednesday 29th April 7.30pm
Tickets £8.00 including refreshments from
Michael Jamieson: 07739 526531
Proceeds raised will help Momentum Skills support people with
acquired brain injuries and other disabilities in North East Scotland
Scottish Charity No. SC004328
Imprint Printing Services, Banchory Tel.01330 823163
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Dementia Care in Grampian - Call for Poster Abstracts
The Dementia Care in Grampian Conference will be held on Wednesday 10th June at the AECC. There will be a poster display
at the event and we are now accepting abstract submissions until 30th April - please see flyer for more details. Registration
for delegates to attend the event will be open very shortly - watch this space!
Inaugural ‘Dementia Care in Grampian’
Conference
Wednesday 10th June 2015
Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC)
Call for Poster Abstracts
All delegates are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentation that support delivery of
Scotland’s National Dementia Strategy 2013-2016 within NHS Grampian.
Deadline for submission of abstracts: 30th April 2015
Abstracts must not exceed 400 words.
Abstracts should be submitted electronically to [email protected].
Late abstracts will not be considered.
In order to standardise the abstract layout, we ask you to read the preparation guidelines below.
Guidelines for preparation and submission of abstracts:
Abstracts must be submitted via email only. Abstracts submitted via fax or post will not be
accepted.
Please structure your abstract using the following (or similar) headings:
 Objectives/Situation
 Method/Background
 Results/Assessment
 Conclusion/Recommendation
All abstracts must be submitted and presented in English using UK English spelling.
After having submitted your abstract, you will receive confirmation of receipt by e-mail. Should
your entry be successful, you will receive an email confirming week beginning 11th May 2015.
Please note: At least one author of the abstract/poster must attend the event as a delegate.
The abstract/poster author must display their poster no later than 08:30 10th June 2015.
Posters should be A1 in size and please indicate if either horizontal or landscape in orientation.
For further information, please email [email protected].
Please note, after the event, we may use images of successful posters on our forthcoming
Dementia Care website. If you would not be happy for us to do this, please stipulate when
you submit your abstract.
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Intellectual
Property
Basics for
Charities
This 9O-minute seminar covers the basics of protecting Intellectual
Property in the charity sector. Receive free expert advice and
information on what intellectual property is and how to protect it.
Followed by a Q&A session with guest speaker Mike Vettese, Director
of Trade Marks at Murgitroyd in Aberdeen.
Thursday 3O April 12.15pm
4th Floor Seminar Room | Marischal College, Broad Street
Contact Aberdeen Central Library on O1224 652511
or e-mail [email protected] to reserve a place
(booking essential)
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ACT
in the
Community
Interested in drama?
Are you aged 12—18 years old?
We are looking for 12 young people with an interest in drama
to join our Spotlighters group for six months (free of charge)
(spaces are funded by Aberdeen City Council)
-
Join us for a free taster session on
Saturday 2nd May 2015
9am—11am
Mastrick Community Centre
Greenfern Road
Aberdeen
AB16 6TR
2pm—4pm
Inchgarth Community Centre
Aboyne Place
Aberdeen
AB10 7DR
1130am—130pm
Northfield Community Centre
Byron Square
Aberdeen
AB16 7LL
For more information contact
Paula Gibson on 01224 635208
Or turn up on the day
Arts Centre & Theatre
33 King Street
Aberdeen
AB24 5AA
www.actaberdeen.org.uk
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To advertise an event in this E-Bulletin, please send details to Alasdair Simpson, Communications Officer at
[email protected].
Employability for People with Criminal Convictions
Date: Wednesday 20 May, 0930 – 1500
Venue: Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
Cost: Free to attend but spaces are limited
About the summit
There are serious skill shortages in some sectors and some organisations are facing
recruitment difficulties. Employing someone with a conviction can be an opportunity
to tackle this and contribute to your corporate social responsibility through helping to
reduce reoffending.
Scottish Business in the Community (SBC), in partnership with The Scottish Government and the Scottish Prison Service,
is hosting the working2change Employability Summit in Edinburgh on 20 May to promote the employability of people with
criminal convictions.
This event is the first time an audience of national, local, private and public sector employers will be brought together to
discuss and identify realistic and achievable actions that can be taken forward by the Scottish Government, Scottish Prison
Service and partners to encourage people with convictions to engage in the labour market.
This is an exciting and unique opportunity to hear from employers in both the public and private sector about:
•Experiences of engaging with people with convictions
•Barriers encountered
•Solutions found
•Benefits to their business that have been identified
Speakers at the summit
•Sally Magnusson
•Sir Harry Burns Professor of Global Public Health, University of Strathclyde
•Matthias Stausberg, Virgin Group Advocacy Director – including video message from Sir Richard Branson
•Michael Matheson, MSP
•Roseanna Cunningham, MSP
•Josh Littlejohn, Founder of Social Bite and Scottish Business Awards
How to book your place
This event is free but places are limited. To book, visit www.working2change.scot.
We look forward to meeting you on 20 May 2015.
For further inquiries contact the hotline on: 01738 825001
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Governance Support for Scottish Third Sector Organisations
16.00 - 20.00pm, various dates, alternating between Glasgow & Edinburgh
ACOSVO member: £35, non-member £40
Working in partnership with IoD and supported by the Scottish Government, ACOSVO is delivering a series of workshops to
develop governance capacity for Boards in Scotland.
Using real experiences and issues facing Trustees, and including inputs from previous workshop participants, these twilight
sessions intend to identify best practice in approaching the dilemmas of these relationships and encourage greater awareness
and debate of governance and its significance for the voluntary sector in Scotland.
Please see below information and booking links for the workshops:
Governance as Leadership
14 May 2015, Glasgow
This workshop is designed to explore the topics of leadership culture and distributed leadership in the context of third sector
governance. The workshop will create greater understanding of the ideals of leadership and governance and provide a space
for Trustees to examine the culture of their Boards and the organisation.
Governance Relationship: The hair, Board and the Organisation
23 June 2015, Edinburgh
This workshop will explore the relationships between the Chair, their Board and the organisation based on the facilitator
and participants’ own experiences as well as recent research. The workshop will create greater understanding of these
organisational relationships, identify how the individuals involved can establish good working practices and highlight how
organisations support these key individuals for optimum benefit.
Governance in Complex Structures: Partnerships and Collaborations
3 September 2015, Edinburgh
Collaborative work must be based on the potential for distinct benefits that outweigh the challenges and costs. Trustees
share the responsibility for ensuring the collaboration is in the best interests of the charity. This workshop will create greater
understanding of what questions need to be asked and will provide tools for Trustees to help pose these often difficult
questions.
Governance Impact: Exploring Tools and Approaches
27 October 2015, Glasgow
This workshop will examine the opportunities and pitfalls of examining the impact of governance in an organisation, from the
viewpoint of a Board and/or the staff to whom the topic has been delegated. The realities of assessing governance, attitudes
to Board review, audit or appraisal will be discussed. This workshop will help Board members and staff navigate potential
issues and learn about current practice in the sector.
Twilight Governance Sessions between 16:00 - 20:00 £35 ACOSVO member / £40 non-member
To book click on the title links of each event, see: http://acosvo.eventbrite.co.uk or contact [email protected]
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To advertise a job in this E-Bulletin, please send details to Alasdair Simpson, Communications Officer at asimpson@
acvo.org.uk. Please note that there is a charge see back page for more details. Job adverts are also posted on our
website - http://acvo.org.uk/about/vacancies/
Location:
Recovery
Workers
& Recovery
Practitioners
Aberdeen
Roles Summary
Penumbra is an innovative Scottish voluntary organisation working in the field of mental health.
We provide a wide range of personalised and recovery focused services to adults and young
people that provide practical, emotional and social support and promote recovery and social
inclusion.
Recovery means that people fulfil their potential and are able to live as
full a life as possible. Our services promote recovery through focusing
on the areas of Home, Opportunity, People and Empowerment.
Services use our unique outcomes approach, I.ROC and our HOPE
Toolkit as a means of ensuring our work is relevant for each person.
As a Recovery Worker you will support people to establish and
maintain a meaningful and fulfilling life in the community. You must demonstrate a personalised
approach to support and have a passion for making a difference. You will offer hope and
positivity and be willing to contribute in an innovative and creative environment. Experience of
working in a supportive and enabling role and an SVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
would be welcome, however, are not essential.
Reporting into the Project Support Manager you will work in cooperation with colleagues and staff
from other agencies working in line Penumbra’s policies and procedures, the SSSC Code of
Practice and National Care Standards to keep up to date with sector and organisational
developments.
Job No.
N025/15
N026/15
N027/15
N028/15
Position
Recovery
Worker
Recovery
Worker
Recovery
Worker (Part
Time)
Recovery
Practitioners
Location
Aberdeen (Ellon Road)
Hours
36.25hrs
Aberdeen (Ellon Road)
36.25hrs
Aberdeen (Ellon Road)
18.13hrs
Aberdeen SLS
36.25hrs
Salary
£16,099 £16,667
£16,099 £16,667
£8,049.50 £8,333.50
Closing
24/04/2015
@ 12 noon
24/04/2015
@ 12 noon
24/04/2015
@ 12 noon
£17,096 –
£17,976
31/03/2015
@12 noon
Application form available@
http://www.penumbra.org.uk/about/work-with-us/vacancies
Completed Applications should be returned to:
[email protected]
or posted to
Human Resources, Penumbra, Norton Park, 57 Albion Place, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY
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Service Manager
Ref: 1701
Closing date: 27-Apr-2015
Aberdeenshire
£26,567 - £28,635 (39 hours per week)
Cornerstone are one of the leading providers of care and support services in Scotland for people with
disabilities and other support needs.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Service Manager to join the team in North Aberdeenshire.
You will have excellent planning, organising and communication skills to ensure the effective running of your service with
the ability to be flexible as on call duties to support our services will be required on a rotational basis.
You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and a commitment to service and staff development and of personalisation
and involvement.
Joint working with other professionals, agencies, and the contracts and commissioning team will be essential.
You will hold an SVQ4 or equivalent in care along with a management qualification, or be working towards this. You must
have a minimum of one years experience working at management level.
Closing date for all applications is Monday 27th April with interviews being held on Friday 15th May in Peterhead.
Applications should be submitted via our recruitment website:- recruitment.cornerstone.org.uk
For an informal discussion please contact Wendy McManus on 07584 210 229 or Amanda Nicolson on 01224 256 000.
Operational Manager (North Aberdeenshire)
£28,803 - £31,649 per annum (36.25 hours per week)
Cornerstone operates across Scotland and we have a fantastic management opportunity in our
Aberdeenshire area for an Operational Manager. You will lead a local team of managers and their
staff in providing excellent quality services to children, young people and adults with additional
support needs in their own homes, community settings, housing support services and residential
care homes.
In addition, you will support the Key Account Manager to develop new and innovative services as well as developing positive
relationships with Aberdeenshire Council, families and other stakeholders. In summary, you will be expected to promote,
develop and manage a wide range of high quality, cost effective services.
You should be qualified with a professional care or health qualification along with a SVQ 4 or equivalent in management. You
will also have considerable experience of working in a care or health environment with a proven track record of managing
excellent services. You will need to have a car to travel around the Aberdeenshire area and travel to other parts of Scotland
may be required.
As Operational Manager, you will have the opportunity to build a respected professional reputation and considerable
networks in your area. In return, we offer a comprehensive training and development support package and you will join one
of the most dynamic, engaging and progrssssive organisations in Scotland.
For an informal discussion please contact John Grant, Deputy Chief Executive on 01224 256000.
Closing date for applying is Wednesday 22 April 2015. Interviews will be held on Thursday 7 May 2015.
For an informal discussion please contact John Grant on 01224 256 000 or Jayne Findlay on 01224 256 000.
Applications should be submitted via our recruitment website:- recruitment.cornerstone.org.uk
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Finance Officer
AVENUE is the leading provider of Mediation, Counselling and Child Contact
in Northeast Scotland. Due to steady growth, we are looking for financial
expertise to help us manage our financial systems and carry out a range of practical accounting tasks.
To fit the bill, you will have a proven track record of financial management, a relevant employment history
and the ability to undertake multiple tasks, resolve problems, and inspire trust. You will be answerable to
the Chief Executive and will play a key role in the smooth running of the organisation.
Remuneration
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6 per week or equivalent over a monthly period
Scale point 27-30 (£23,232-£25,716) pro-rata depending on experience
Initially 24 days per year plus 12 public holidays – part time pro-rata
8% Employer Contribution
Relationship Counselling Training Opportunity
AVENUE is the leading provider of Relationship Counselling in the Northeast. We work with everyone
from children to grandparents, supporting couples and families through times of change, difficulties and
conflict. AVENUE is a member of Relationships Scotland.
If you already hold a diploma in Counselling, this is a unique opportunity to join our team of counsellors;
specialising in relationship counselling. The training course is specifically designed to develop individual
counsellor’s skills and knowledge to enable them to work safely and professionally with couples.
The course is delivered through Relationships Scotland, is validated by COSCA and includes:
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4 weekends and 4 Saturdays spread over 10 months - based in Edinburgh
A psychodynamic and systemic approach
A practice-based supervised placement with AVENUE
Practice supervision
Details
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Course fees are subsidised; students will pay their own training expenses
With sufficient numbers the course will run from May 2015 to February 2016
While training, students offer 120 hours and complete 100 hours of counselling as a volunteer
Once registered, Relationship Counsellors will receive remuneration
For further information and application packs, email [email protected]
AVENUE is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Job Advert: Service Manager
Reference: J2112
Location : Aberdeen
Salary: £9 per hour
Royal Voluntary Service can offer you career opportunities where your
skills, strengths and enthusiasm will be rewarded and appreciated in
many different ways.
We are the largest voluntary service delivering practical help in
communities across Britain. Our aim is to provide support that enables
older people to live independent and fulfilled lives – we want everybody
to matter, regardless how old they are.
We are currently expanding and developing our services to enable many more older people to access the services we
provide.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Service Manager who enjoys their job and can make a real difference to
our team.
The Service Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of our busy Well & Connected service which
includes On Ward, Home from Hospital, Transport and Good Neighbours.
This exciting role offers the opportunity to work alongside our dedicated volunteers to deliver our valuable service. This
role’s specific tasks include the effective co-ordination of services, promotion and delivery of the local Community Support
Service, maintaining accurate records to provide statistical information, assisting in the recruitment, induction, training
and support of volunteers, as well as the promotion and marketing of the service to both clients and referrers. The role
will include responsibility for the day to day management of the service including monitoring, evaluating and continually
improving the service as well as line management of a small integrated team of staff.
Applicants should possess excellent organisational, communication and IT skills, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft
Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint. You will have the ability to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a team. You
will be confident at liaising with external stakeholders and building new networks. You should have experience of managing
people and improving performance.
If you are interested in applying for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate a proven track record in service user
or volunteer engagement and an ability to communicate with and influence people. You will be computer literate.
The successful candidate must have a valid driving licence and be a car owner
This is a full position working 35 hours per week.
Additional information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post
will only be offered to successful candidates subject to pre-employment checks. This may include a criminal records check.
Please be aware CVs will not be considered – Royal Voluntary Service application form only.
To get an application form or for more information please email [email protected]
Closing Date: 12th May 2015
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Development Director, Moray
Location: Moray
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £57,470 pa
Opening Date: Friday, 27 March 2015
Closing Date: Monday, 27 April 2015
Full Description
Gordonstoun School is one of the most prestigious schools in the UK and is at the forefront of global
education. It’s a school which can offer its students an outstanding prospect.
Set within a beautiful 200-acre wooded campus only a mile from the Moray Firth and eight miles from the
nearby town of Elgin, Gordonstoun prepares each student through learning by diverse experience for a
full and active role as an international citizen in a changing world.
They are now looking to appoint a Development Director to develop school fundraising strategies to
maximise campaign income. In this key role you will be responsible for maintaining and developing existing
and key relationships with potential supporters and alumni. You will also manage a small fundraising team.
You will have previous experience and success in working towards a targeted fundraising campaign
including experience of making a direct ‘ask’. Proven management experience and the ability to make key
decisions in charity fundraising is essential for this role.
If you are a strong and skilled fundraiser who is able to inspire others and, through your leadership of
fundraising, play a key role in developing Gordonstoun’s educational vision then we want to hear from
you!
In return you will receive a salary of £57,470 with a 1.5% increase pending at 1st September 2015, as well
as an excellent package which includes substantially reduced school fees, six weeks annual leave, access
to a contributory pension scheme, re-location costs and an initial rental subsidy.
How to Apply
If you have this experience, we’d love to hear from and tell you more about this exciting and important
job. Simply email [email protected] for a full information pack and details about how
to apply or call us on 01786 849759 for an informal discussion.
Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2015
Interviews will be held on Monday 4th May 2015
This search is being conducted on behalf of Gordonstoun School by Bruce Tait Associates – Scotland’s
leading voluntary sector recruitment agency. We have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this
experience to match organisations and individuals to create great charity appointments
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Relationship Counsellor
Salary: £23,000 per annum/pro rata (sessional contract)
Location: Aberdeen, Inverness, Peterhead
Closing Date: Friday 24th April 5pm
We all struggle with our relationships at different points in our lives, but accessing support early can
make all the difference. The Spark, a registered charity, offers relationship counselling and support
for couples, individuals and families across Scotland.
The Spark is seeking to appoint relationship counsellors to their Aberdeen, Inverness and Peterhead centres. In Aberdeen/Inverness
we are seeking applications from counsellors qualified to work with couples, whereas in Peterhead we are seeking counsellors to work
with individual clients.
You will need to possess a Diploma in Relationship Counselling or Diploma in Counselling, have a minimum of 100 hours experience of
working with clients in a counselling role and have significant knowledge of attachment, relational and systemic theories. The successful candidate will be responsible for counselling allocated clients who are experiencing relationship difficulties in a secure and confidential setting, in order to support and facilitate enhanced relationships and personal wellbeing.
We can offer you the opportunity to join our charitable organisation that is growing and developing throughout Scotland. We will also
support you towards COSCA membership and accreditation; provide supervision and a varied CPD programme.
The full Job Description and Application Form can be found here http://www.thespark.org.uk/about-us/join-us/rel-counsellor/
For an informal discussion prior to applying please contact Emma Cameron on 07760257038 or email [email protected].
GRAMPIAN WOMEN’S AID
Refuge/Crises Support Worker, Aberdeen City - Maternity Cover
Grampian Women’s Aid has delivered domestic abuse services across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire for more than 30 years.
We aim to provide an outstanding level of service provision to support the needs of women, children and young people who
have experienced, or are presently experiencing domestic abuse.
We require a Support Worker to cover for maternity in one of our Refuges in Aberdeen City. The worker will provide women
who have experienced domestic abuse and who are living in temporary refuge accommodation provided by Grampian
Women’s Aid with the necessary and appropriate support.
Salary range - £19,857 - £20,931 pro rota for 20 hours
Please get in touch with Dorothy McDonald or Alison Hay for further information and an application pack:
[email protected]
Or telephone: 01224 593381
This role is subject to PVG scheme checks. Women only need apply. This post is covered by a Genuine Occupational
Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010)
Closing date – 26th April 2015
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JOB VACANCIES
CLAN Cancer Support – Shop Assistant – Full Time
CLAN Cancer Support has a very good reputation for selling high quality goods in all our charity
shops. We have a number of shops that generate much needed income which enables CLAN to
continue to deliver, free of charge, the support services that we do in all areas we support. All
money generated from goods sold goes directly towards services for anyone affected by cancer
across the North East of Scotland, Orkney and Shetland.
We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Shop Assistant in Aberdeen. As part of the team of Shop Assistants, the post
holder will have particular responsibility for the on-going daily co-ordination and provision of a profitable CLAN Cancer
Support shop. This post will be supported by the Senior Shop Manager and Shop Manager, and as part of our present team
of Shop Assistants be the main focus for all shop related activity.
Suitable candidate will be a team player with a proven track record in retail and experience of customer relations.
Closing date: Friday 24th April 2015 17:00
For a full application pack please either visit our website www.clanhouse.org or contact Nici Armstrong at CLAN House on
[email protected] or 01224647000. For detailed information regarding the role please contact Lorna Gates
Senior Shop Manager or Kirsty Macdonald Shop Manager either in store or by calling 01224 622894.
CLAN CANCER SUPPORT - Registered Scottish charity No.SC022606
INNOVATION AND ACHIEVEMENT UNDER ONE ROOF
BE PART OF IT!
FINANCIAL CAPABILITY OFFICER x 1.5 posts
Salary £17,934 - £19,565
(Fixed term contract until 31 March 2016)
Grampian Housing Association Ltd currently serves more than 3,000 households in North East Scotland. GHA
seeks to appoint a Financial Capability Officer to its SMART Financial Inclusion Project funded by the Scottish
Government’s People and Communities Fund, The Officer would provide financial health-checks and budgeting
advice, including welfare benefits advice, to clients referred by CFINE or NESCU or other partners in Aberdeen
and Aberdeenshire and to those approaching the Food Banks.
The successful candidate will have knowledge of a range of financial inclusion issues and welfare benefits as well
as the ability to communicate effectively and concisely both verbally and in writing with internal and external
contacts. In return we offer a modern work environment, ongoing professional development, flexible working
and a contributory pension scheme. A driving licence and use of a car is essential for this post.
Place on the salary scale commensurate with experience.
This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure Scotland record check.
For more information and to apply online, please visit www.grampianhousing.co.uk/jobs
Closing date: 24 April 2015
Interview Date: w/c 6 May 2015
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JOB VACANCIES
Climate Change: Project Manager
Salary: (SCP: 27-30) £24,134- £26,728 (Part time pro rata)
Part Time: 20 Hours per Week (3-4 days per week)
Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2016
Closing Date for Application: Wednesday 15 April 2015
Expected Interview Date: Monday 27 April 2015.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager for successful delivery of the project.
The ideal candidate will have clear understanding of carbon foot print reduction and capacity to engage with community
groups. Minimum requirement for the post is graduate on the relevant field or should be able to demonstrate equivalent
experience. Must have excellent communication skills and ability to network and build relationships. Must be computer
literate, ability to write precise reports and managing outreach workers and volunteers, must be willing to travel for meetings
and training as required.
Apply with CVs and covering letter to: Aberdeen Multicultural Centre, 427 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1ER
Tel: 01224 478203 E-mail: [email protected]
or for informal discussion please call Ahashan Habib: 07588529412
Climate Change: Outreach Worker- 2 Posts
Salary: (SCP: 19-22) £19,220- £21,318 (Part time pro rata)
Part Time: 12 Hours per Week (2-3 days per week)
Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2016
Closing Date for Application: Wednesday 15 April 2015
Expected Interview Date: Monday 27 April 2015.
We are looking for someone with experience of community engagement activities.
The ideal candidate will have clear understanding of carbon foot print reduction and capacity to engage with community
groups. In addition to this you will have excellent communication skills, communication in Bengali with the target community
is desirable. You will also be enthusiastic and have an understanding of the minority ethnic communities in Aberdeen city.
You will be computer literate, have the ability to write precise reports and must be willing to travel for meetings and training
as required.
Apply with CVs and covering letter to: Aberdeen Multicultural Centre, 427 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1ER
Tel: 01224 478203 E-mail: [email protected]
or for informal discussion please call Ahashan Habib: 07588529412
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VOLUNTEERING
If you are interested in volunteering or want to find out more about involving volunteers in your organisation please
contact the volunteer’s centre on 01224 686076/77 or email [email protected]. A full range of opportunities
are also available on the website www.volunteeraberdeen.org.uk
LATEST VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN
ABERDEEN INCLUDE:
Dreams Come True Community Volunteers:
Dreams Come True works to fulfill the dreams for children and young people with serious and life-limiting
conditions aged between 2 and 21 years old. Dreams Come True is currently helping to fulfill the dreams of life
limited and seriously ill children in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help
us raise awareness.
Volunteers are vital for the charity to continue to fulfill the dreams of life limited and seriously ill children in the
local area. There are many different ways you can get involved with the charity such as helping:
• Organise events such as Quiz nights, dinner/dances, balls, family fun days, cake sales, sporting
events, raffles, walks, the list is endless!
• Help us at organised events, such as bag packs, family fun days, awareness days, bucket collections,
balls, dinner/auctions, cheer at sporting events, represent us at cheque presentations.
• Present the charity to different community groups, businesses and schools.
• Encourage your work place to get involved with Dreams Come True
As a Dreams Come True volunteer you will be giving an induction to the charity with continued ongoing training
and support. We will work with you throughout your volunteering and support you in any events you plan.
A great opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated.
For more information please contact Claire- [email protected] or telephone 01428 726331,
web.: www.dreamscometrue.uk.com
Rape & Abuse Support:
Rape & Abuse Support is a support service for anyone who has been subjected to rape, sexual abuse or sexual
violence at any point in their life.
We have several volunteering opportunities for people to assist us such as:
• Counsellor/Support Volunteers
• Volunteer Fundraisers
• Office/Administration Volunteers
• Board Members
A great chance to not only help make a difference but be involved in a well established charity organisation within
the North East of Scotland.
For further details please contact: Board of Directors Email: [email protected] or call the centre on Tel: 01224
590932.
For more information about volunteering in Aberdeen and ACVO please visit www.volunteeraberdeen.org.
uk and www.acvo.org.uk
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VOLUNTEERING
DOES YOUR ORGANISATION NEED BUSINESS SKILLED
VOLUNTEERS?
Do you have business skills and time available to assist in your local
community?
Do you run an organisation which has skills gaps within its personnel?
Volunteering is fun, beneficial, valued and makes a real difference to society. Volunteers
are not paid for their time and energy which makes them priceless to an organisation.
Volunteering is a choice made by an individual to be involved in an activity which
benefits either the environment, local community or someone.
Many of us have had or are having careers through which we have gained much experience and expertise.
Volunteering is a means where your business skills can be put to good use for the benefit of organisations
operating across a wide spectrum of communities throughout our great city of Aberdeen. Not only does
volunteering make a big difference in the lives of others, it can also provide you with the experience needed
to further your career or keep your skills up to date. Volunteers have the opportunity to learn new skills, meet
new people, have fun, gain a sense of belonging in the local community and help a favourite charity achieve far
more than would otherwise be possible.
Volunteers make a huge difference. In Aberdeen it is estimated around 52,000
people volunteer, contributing around 4.4 million hours every year. The economic
impact of volunteering to Aberdeen is thought to be a staggering £67.3 million
annually.
With so many opportunities there has never been a better time to get involved
in volunteering. ACVO exists to involve, represent, support and develop not-forprofit organisations by finding business skilled volunteers to fill gaps in a charity’s
personnel base. The hours of volunteering are flexible to fit in with a volunteer’s
availability.
ACVO’S BUSINESS SKILLED VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME
The Business Skilled Volunteers Programme operates within the Aberdeen city boundary and aims to match
business skilled volunteers and professionals to organisations requiring specific skills, allowing the organisation
to expand its range of activities. Many organisations desperately need additional resources but lack the time
or finances needed to recruit suitably skilled workers. Organisations are in constant need of volunteers with
skills in areas such as Accountancy, Business Planning, Human Resources and staffing issues, Information
Technology, Training, Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Management and Training.
ACVO assists business-skilled volunteers find challenging and rewarding opportunities, often in roles where
they can provide leadership, advice and professional support. Skilled volunteers can have a major impact on
the future success of the organisation, perhaps becoming a trustee on the board of management to guide it
through difficult decisions.
Contact Ian Gourlay ([email protected]), the Skilled Volunteer Advisor at AVCO who produces a list of
organisation’s skills gaps which is sent to potential volunteers at the beginning of each month. He’s waiting to
hear from you!
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VOLUNTEERING
Bridge of Don Sea Cadet Unit
Needs Volunteers Like You
Bridge of Don Sea Cadets is a friendly, productive
and energetic unit within the national Sea Cadet
movement. The kids benefit from the support,
training and guidance of a dedicated team of
voluntary staff, civilian assistants and parental supporters. We are actively looking for
new members of staff (18+) to assist in the running of our unit. You have the option of
joining as a civilian instructor or as a uniformed member of staff.
Civilian Instructor is a role ideally suited to someone who can contribute to the unit but
does not wish to enroll as a fully uniformed member of staff. All we ask is that you give
up some time each week and the occasional weekend throughout the year.
Uniformed Staff are responsible for the training of cadets within the Corps. Specialised
skills can be developed at Sea Cadet training centres throughout the country. You will
initially be interviewed to join as a Civilian Instructor and will be required to go through
an enhanced criminal records check. Once this has been done you will work towards
becoming a Petty Officer (SCC). You will be required to attend a Sea Cadet Instructors
Qualifying course at one of our National Training Centres, obtain a First Aid qualification
as well as receive training and assessment in Instructional Methods.
If interested, please contact [email protected].
Your nearest local unit is Bridge of Don Sea Cadets Gordon Barracks
Answer phone : 01224 705 870
www.sea-cadets.org/BridgeofDon
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Are you a good listener?
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Full training given.
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benefits of volunteering for the
Advocacy Service Aberdeen
Catherine Whiteman
Training & Volunteer Coordinator
01224 332366
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VOLUNTEERING
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Volunteering Opportunity
Community Fundraiser
Dreams Come True works to fulfil the dreams for children and young people with serious and life-limiting conditions
aged between 2 and 21 years old.
Fulfilling a dream can help a child or young person to think beyond their illness or disability and focus on something
highly positive and empowering. The experience can create amazing memories for entire families.
Over the years, we’ve arranged for thousands of children and young people to meet their heroes, enjoy amazing
experiences, visit special places and more. For some, a dream is simply to enjoy everyday activities so we’re also
happy to provide specialist items such as disability trikes, wheelchair swings, sensory equipment and technology.
• Have you seen our latest video? Find out what a dream really means to the children and young people
we help. Watch it now
Dreams Come True is currently helping to fulfil the dreams of life limited and seriously ill children in Aberdeen and
Aberdeenshire. We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help us raise awareness. Volunteers are vital for the
charity to continue to fulfil the dreams of life limited and seriously ill children in the local area. There are many
different ways you can get involved with the charity
• Organise events such as Quiz nights, dinner/dances, balls, family fun days, cake sales, sporting events,
raffles, walks, the list is endless!
• Help us at organised events, such as bag packs, family fun days, awareness days, bucket collections,
balls, dinner/auctions, cheer at sporting events, represent us at cheque presentations.
• Present the charity to different community groups, businesses and schools.
• Encourage your work place to get involved with Dreams Come True
As a Dreams Come True volunteer you will be giving an induction to the charity with continued ongoing training
and support. We will work with you throughout your volunteering and support you in any events you plan. This
role is home based but will require you to work in the local community, therefore we ask volunteers to be 18+ and
may be required to have a DBS check.
For more information please contact Claire- [email protected] or telephone 01428 726331
www.dreamscometrue.uk.com
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