Availability : Edinburgh Wide
Who is this for?
- The service is for anyone aged 16 and over who are either out of work, or working 16 hours or less a week. This includes individuals who are not on benefits, or on a work-related benefit like Employment Support Allowance, Incapacity Benefit or Jobseeker’s Allowance. We also support individuals who have suffered ill health and are unsure of what they can or want to do.
Description
The Employability Project at Volunteer Edinburgh supports individuals who are unemployed and wish to volunteer with an aim to secure future employment.
We offer one-to-one appointments with an Employability Work Coach to help match individuals with suitable volunteering opportunities which fit their skills, interests, personality and employment goals. We also help individuals explore which direction is right for them at the moment with guidance and encouragement while volunteering, helping to build confidence and self-esteem. In addition to this, we offer support with creating and updating your CV; application forms and interview skills; searching for employment and volunteering opportunities and contacting organisations.
How do I access this?
- Self referral
- Referral by third party
Is there a cost?
Free
Location information
- Limited public parking available
- Wheelchair access
- Translation service available
- Information in community languages (please contact Volunteer Edinburgh prior to your visit for this service)
Public transport:
- Tram stop: Balfour Street
- Bus stop Balfour Street (7, 14, 16, 25, 49)
Opening times
Our main office on Leith Walk is open to the public from 9.30 until 13.00 and 14.00 until 17.00 Monday to Thursday or until 16.00 on a Friday.
Please note that we are closed for an hour for lunch during the day, and in the morning of the first Thursday each month for staff training.
| Monday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
