Volunteer with us
Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do. If you're looking for a new volunteer role, you can apply to volunteer with many of our services.
Investing in volunteers
We hold the 'Investing in Volunteers (IiV) Quality Standard' award. We are the first whole council in Scotland to achieve this recognition.
This award is a nationally recognised standard for good practice in volunteering. It shows our commitment to our volunteer program and the valuable contributions volunteers make.
How to express your interest in volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering with us, download and send us a completed expression of interest form.
You can also volunteer at a school.
Council services you can volunteer with
Some of the areas you can volunteer in include:
- arts and museums
- countryside rangers
- schools and learning
- libraries and archives
- leisure and sport
- youth work
The benefits of volunteering
Volunteering can help you:
- gain new skills and experience
- to develop the skills you already have
- connect with other people
- make new friends
- gain confidence through taking on a challenge
- build a sense of achievement
It's also excellent for your CV and a way to give back to your community.
Community councils
If you want to get involved in your local community, contact your local community council.
Community organisations
If you want to volunteer with a community organisation, you can find more information at Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway.