Strathcarron Befriending and Compassionate Neighbour Info Sessions

Posted on August 10, 2018

Strathcarron Hospice are holding 2 training and information sessions on the role of Befriending and being a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer, on Tuesday 28^th August, 5:30pm – 7.30pm, and Thursday 6^th September, 10am – 12pm at the Hospice, Randolph Hill, Denny, FK6 5HJ.

The sessions are open to all, and aimed at those interested in hearing more about how this role impacts their local community. The sessions are very informal, and there is no obligation to become a volunteer afterwards.

For further information, including on Strathcarron’s Befriending and Compassionate Neightbour schemes, please contact Mandy Ross by phone: 01324 826222, or email: mandy.ross2@nhs.net

Falkirk Funders Fayre 2019

Following on from another successful Funding Fayre in 2018, CVS Falkirk and Falkirk Council are pleased to announce that we are hosting another FREE Funding Fayre on Tuesday 5th March 2019. The event will take place at the Bowhouse Community Centre, 130 Bowhouse Road, Grangemouth, FK3 0EU.

Penumbra Recovery Worker Vacancies

Penumbra is currently recruiting Recovery Workers for their Supported Living Service in Falkirk. The position is 36.25 hours per week, with a salary of £16,752 – £17,343 per annum (pro rata). Hours may include evenings, weekends and sleepover shifts. The deadline for applications is Monday 28th January.

Kingdom Support and Care Support Workers Vacancies

Kingdom Support and Care (KSC) are currently recruiting Support Workers, based in Slamannan, Falkirk. The position £8.75 – £8.97 per hour (plus a payment of £70 per sleepover shift), with various shift patterns. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 21st January.

Re-Union Canal Boats Project Support Workers Vacancies

Re-Union Canal Boats are currently recruiting Project Support Workers. These positions are on a casual basis with a salary of £9 per hour. The successful candidates will be based in Camelon, Falkirk.

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