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We welcome people from all walks of life, no matter how much or how little time you have to spare. Students volunteer to gain skills and work experience to help them get a job in later life while others work full-time but wish to volunteer at evenings or weekends. Some of our volunteers have had a break from the job market and want to build up fresh experience and we also have many retired people who are looking to put their experience and some of their newfound free time to good use.

Volunteering is an opportunity for you to develop your skills, meet new people and work as part of an enthusiastic team in the not for profit sector whilst supporting a great cause. You can be sure that your efforts will make a real contribution to our mission, and that you’re horizons will be broadened no end.

Wouldn’t it be great to head home of an evening thinking, “The children were enthusiastic and gave me a warm welcome. Although my tennis playing can leave a bit to be desired I was still able to help the coach organize the session and help develop the skills of the young people.” Brilliant, isn’t it?

Edinburgh Leisure Volunteers receive one to one guidance to ensure that their needs and expectations are met, and that all necessary support is provided. Voluntary placements can lead to certificates of participation, nomination for our Volunteer of the Year award, and qualifications in sport.

Ready to get involved?
It’s easy. All you need to do is contact Gavin Macrae, our Club, Coach & Volunteer Development Officer on 0131 458 2180 or email gavinmacrae@edinburghleisure.co.uk.. He will be delighted to talk to you about what you want to achieve and what we can do to match those needs with our programmes.

Once this has been done, and a PVG or Disclosure Scotland check carried out, the world of volunteering with Edinburgh Leisure is your oyster!