{"id":1555,"date":"2024-10-21T08:32:58","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T08:32:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/ways-to-help\/leave-a-gift-in-your-will\/"},"modified":"2025-03-18T09:49:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T09:49:06","slug":"get-involved","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/ways-to-help\/get-involved\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Involved"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"hero bg-Rose\">\n      <div data-aos=\"fade-in\" data-aos-delay=\"700\" class=\"bg-img bg-cover img-wrap-rel\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1369\" height=\"913\" src=\"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-1369x913.jpg\" class=\"img-ab\" alt=\"Legacy Banner\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-1369x913.jpg 1369w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-245x163.jpg 245w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Legacy-Banner.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1369px) 100vw, 1369px\" \/>  <\/div>\n      <div class=\"container-xl py-5 d-flex align-items-center\">\n        <div class=\"hero-content py-4\">\n            <div class=\"content-wrap btn-mob-full pe-0 pe-lg-2\">\n                                    <h1>Get involved<\/h1>\n                                <p>Could you give some spare time and volunteer\u00a0with us?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n                                                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <p>Volunteering is a rewarding way to support animal welfare and our work in Scotland and we have a range of activities you could get involved in. Some are obviously working with the animals in our care, but we also need support in a whole variety of different areas that you may not expect.<\/p>\n<h2>Why volunteer with us?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>It\u2019s a chance to try out something new<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll gain a great sense of achievement<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll be doing something useful and rewarding<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll be contributing to the wellbeing of Scotland\u2019s animals<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll be part of a dedicated and professional team<\/li>\n<li>You can develop both skills and confidence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><a id=\" \"><\/a>\n<section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <h2><strong>What volunteering roles are available?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h5><strong>Community engagement volunteers<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>We\u2019re looking for people to help us raise awareness of our work in local communities. This might involve being on a stall for us at a community event and talking to the public about what we do. Or helping us manage some of our fundraising collection cans in your local area. Or maybe helping us to identify local businesses in your community who might like to support our work.<\/p>\n<p>There are lots of options available &#8211; you can volunteer as much or as little time as you have and get involved in the tasks that interest you the most.<\/p>\n<p>We are looking Scotland-wide for passionate volunteers to join our <a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82999-speaker-network-volunteer-18-2025-02-12\">Speaker Network<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We are also looking for volunteers in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/77362-community-engagement-volunteer-18-penicuik-2024-12-02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Penicuik<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/77360-community-engagement-volunteer-18-west-linton-2024-12-02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Linton<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/77358-community-engagement-volunteer-18-peebles-area-2024-12-02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peebles<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/77860-community-engagement-volunteer-18-dumfries-2024-12-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dumfries<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82477-community-engagement-volunteer-18-morayshire-2025-02-07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Morayshire<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82479-community-engagement-volunteer-18-kirkwall-2025-02-07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kirkwall<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82478-community-engagement-volunteer-18-highlands-2025-02-07\">Highlands<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82480-community-engagement-volunteer-18-aberdeen-2025-02-07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aberdeen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82481-community-engagement-volunteer-18-dundee-2025-02-07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dundee<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/82482-community-engagement-volunteer-18-perth-2025-02-07\">Perth<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We also have a range of vacancies working with the animals in our centres &#8211; click on the link below to find opportunities in your area.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities#display=grid&amp;s=date_advertised&amp;o=desc\">Check out our volunteering vacancies<\/a><\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <h5><strong>Online volunteering<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Short on time but keen to help? Why not join us as an online volunteer?<\/p>\n<p>Just a 5-minute social media task once a month and you can make a <strong>big<\/strong> difference for Scotland\u2019s animals.<\/p>\n<p>You can complete your task on the go, at home or anywhere in-between, so get involved!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/78419-sspca-micro-volunteer-18-2025-01-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SSPCA Micro-volunteering<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/77292-sspca-student-ambassador-2024-12-16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SSPCA Student Ambassadors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <h5>Other available roles<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/volunteer.scottishspca.org\/opportunities\/84996-wildlife-volunteer-bird-care-2025-03-07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Wildlife Volunteer &#8211; Bird Care<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <h2><strong>Who can volunteer with the Scottish SPCA?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>For some roles, age restrictions as well as a need for certain skills and experience may be required.<\/p>\n<p>Our volunteering is open to anyone aged 16 or over although for some of our roles, different age restrictions apply, depending upon the skills and experience required. We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>We are proud to be an inclusive organisation and we never discriminate in our volunteering recruitment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"text-block my-5\" data-bs-theme=\"white\">\n    <div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"container-xl wrapper-sm\">\n        <div class=\"content-wrap\">\n            <h2><strong>How do I become a Scottish SPCA volunteer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our application process is designed to be nice and straight forward. All of our volunteering opportunities come with a role profile which tells you exactly what skills, experience and qualities you need to have to get on board.<\/p>\n<p>Before you join us as a volunteer, you will be asked to attend an informal interview. This is a great opportunity for you to find out more about the role, meet the staff and get a sense of whether the opportunity is what you are looking for. It is also a chance for us to decide if you are right for us!<\/p>\n<p>Once you join us, you\u2019ll have a designated contact person for your role. One of our fabulous team will be on-hand to support you through a comprehensive induction programme to get you fully up to speed. You\u2019ll also get full training to make sure you can carry out your role safely and effectively. Before you know it, you\u2019ll be an invaluable member of the Society.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VolunteerPrivacyNotice.pdf\">View our Volunteer Privacy Notice<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VolunteerAccessiblePrivacyNotice.pdf\">View an accessible version of our Volunteer Privacy Notice<\/a><\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Could you give some spare time and volunteer\u00a0with us?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":817,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1555","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v24.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Get Involved - 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