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Starts: 16:30 Ends: 18:00
Just come along to this free weekly session to help you get back to work
This session is followed by a free using the internet session and driving theory help - no booking required. Every Monday at the Craigmonie Centre - Drumnadrochit

2 x PART TIME CAR PARK STEWARD (SEASONAL)
CLEANER (PERMANENT)
AT URQUHART CASTLE
Band A/Starting salary: £14,100 (maximum £15,864) Pro Rata Per Annum
Ref: Car Park Steward HSC/12/136 or 137, Cleaner HSC/12/133
We are recruiting for two part time car park stewards (3 days, average 12 hours per week and 4 days, average 16 hours, both to include weekends) and a cleaner (2 days, average 14 hours per week, to include weekends).

Apply on-line by visiting our website at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/jobs For a hard copy application pack, please contact Dawn Cowie by e-mailing dawn.cowie@scotland.gsi.gov.uk or telephoning 01667 460 220.

Alternatively, write to Dawn Cowie, Visitor Services Officer, Historic Scotland, Fort George, Ardersier, IV2 7TD quoting reference number HSC/12/137 or HSC/12/133. Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 23th May 2012. These should be posted to Dawn at Fort George.

It is hoped that the successful candidate will commence employment during the week commencing 25th June 2012.
For further details on the post contact Euan Fraser, Castle Manager on telephone number 01456 450551.
Historic Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Ministers and is an equal opportunities employer. We operate a Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme.

BarStaff Wanted
Event: Rockness 2012
Date: 8 - 10 Jun 2012
Location: Dores, Loch Ness, Scotland.
Date/time required on site: By 5pm on 7 Jun 2012
Required on site until: 10 Jun 2012
Type of event: Music festival
Website: http://www.rockness.co.uk

Job(s):
Festibarrow
Peppermint Bars

Wage: Weekend Pass and secure place to camp for all plus food and water whilst on duty.

Shifts required: Festibarrow - 2 shifts on Friday 8th June assisting with their duties ferrying barrows. Peppermint two shifts over Fri/Sat/Sun times/patterns TBC.

No. of shifts required for ticket: 2 Shifts over Fri/Sat/Sun
No. of shifts available: 2 for ticket only. Limited extra shifts for £ per hour maybe available on site. See your supervisors once on site
Shift patterns: TBC on site.

Info: RockNess 2012 takes place at the stunning location of Dores near Inverness on Friday 8th, Saturday 9th, and Sunday 10th June. The 2012 line up is still to be finalized at this date.

The fantastic Nesstival area, brought to you in partnership with the brilliant Bestival team, will be open from 1pm on Friday so you can ease yourself into the weekend with some laid back grooves, plenty of bars and great food.

Please Note once on site at Rockness Music Festival you are required to work where and when required by the Music Festival promoter and Festaff Management. You will be advised as far as possible of shift patterns etc in advance of the music festival but we cannot be 100% accurate of all that is required once on site. Please bear this in mind. Apply HERE

HUSBANDRY OPERATOR
Landcatch Natural Selection Ltd
£14,000 - £18,000
40 HOURS PER WEEK. 5 DAYS OVER 7 8AM - 5PM
FOYERS, INVERNESS-SHIRE IV2
Closing date 25 May 2012
Husbandry Operator required for Foyers Smolt Unit, Loch Ness. Previous experience would be desirable but not essential. All posts are permanent and full-time. In addition to the salary, Landcatch Natural Selection Ltd also provides a company pension scheme and on site housing, if required. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and be prepared to participate in weekend and alarm duty rotas. If you have the talent and skills needed to succeed in these positions and are looking for exciting career development opportunities within the Aquaculture sector then please apply. Send CV and covering letter to e-mail address
You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Natalie Murphy at Landcatch Natural Selection Ltd, natalie.murphy@hendrix-genetics.com.

RECEPTIONIST - Drumnadrochit Hotel
30/40 hours PER WEEK, DAYS/EVENING SHIFTS TO BE ARRANGED
Closing date 05 June 2012
Must have basic receptionist skills but training will be provided. Must have excellent customer service skills and a good telephone manner and experience of Excel and Word. Duties will be to check in customers, check out customers, answer the telephone, take bookings using fax email and website. Applicants can also email their CV to seanhenderson@live.co.uk
You can apply for this job by telephoning 01456 450218 or 07833 96046 and asking for Sean Henderson.

couple wanted sous chef / housekeeper - front of the house
Fort Augustus
We are a small 3* hotel set on the edge of stunning Loch Ness with a small AA rosette restaurant and a bar.
Extreme flexibility is required for this position as both applicants will be helping to run all aspects of the hotel and working to ensure our guests have the best stay in the Highlands.
We are looking for a couple (sous chef / housekeeper – front of the house) who will work the whole season and the job will include cooking, housekeeping, front of the house, serving meals and behind the bar and chatting to the guests all to a high standard.
You must be quick learners, have a "can do attitude", be able to integrate and work in a small team, be hard working, have an eye for detail, be able to multi-task and enjoy living in a rural location.
It is important that both applicants have the right to work in the UK, understand and can speak English fluently.
Depending on experience we offer a fantastic salary package with live-in accommodation and meals and possibility for a permanent position. Call 01456450900

Part time helper required at Loch Ness guest house
Loch Ness, Inverness
Part time seasonal work, 2 - 3 days per week approx 4-5 hours per day.
Cleaning, making beds, laundry & ironing.
£7 per hour regardless of age (16 to 60!)
10.30am start, days can be flexible to suit.
This is a LIVE OUT position, no accommodation available
Located at Foyers, Loch Ness (20miles from Inverness. 14 miles from Fort Augustus)
Please contact 01456 486405 if you are interested, to arrange interview.

GLENURQUHART CARE PROJECT
To expand our Care at Home Team we require
Care at Home Workers
Do you have the qualities, skills, and experience in care to work with vulnerable people to enable them to live in their own homes
Working with Glenurquhart Care Project Care at Home Team can provide you with
Pay: £7.30 - £8.00 per hour (depending on qualifications, plus enhancements for weekends)
Flexible hours
All year round employment
For informal enquiries & application pack
Contact: Elaine Fraser 01456 459 077
or email: glenurquhart@btconnect.com
Qualifications requirements: SVQ Level 2 in care/ or ability to achieve for registration with Scottish Social Services Council
Any offer of a post is subject to a satisfactory PVG Application
Scottish Charity SC 023575 The Glenurquhart Centre
31 Coiltie Crescent, Drumnadrochit IV63 6TR

The Loch Ness Inn is looking for a Full Time front of house member of staff to start as soon as possible. Applicants must be over 21 and apply by sending CV to info@staylochness.co.uk

CARETAKER / CLEANER
UP TO £75 PER CHANGE OVER
AS AND WHEN REQUIRED SATURDAYS 10AM - 4PM
Near Cannich, Inverness-Shire IV4
Experience is preferred but not essential as training will be given. Duties include general cleaning and maintenance such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry, cleaning bathrooms and toilets and caretaking tasks as required. You may be required to respond to clients calls during the Week. You will be required to work on Saturdays between lets on a holiday cottage.
You can apply for this job by telephoning 0183 5822277 and asking for Kate Halifax.

Chef de Partie and Kitchen Porter required
Invermoriston, Inverness
11 bed hotel by Loch Ness requires Chef de Partie and experienced Kitchen porter.
Email or call direct 01320351206 for more details
Immediate start

WAITING STAFF
THE SCOTS KITCHEN
FORT AUGUSTUS, INVERNESS-SHIRE PH32
Experience not essential as training will be given. Working in a large restaurant and takeaway. Will be taking orders, waiting on tables, cash handling, making teas and coffees, clearing and cleaning. Hours and wage to be discussed with employer.
You can apply for this job by telephoning 01320 366361 and asking for Peter Champou.

Head Chef required for busy Loch Ness Hotel
Clansman Hotel
Our family-run company operates four hotels in Scotland and we are now seeking a Head Chef for our 26 bed Loch Ness-side hotel.

Our 70 seat restaurant offers contemporary dining to residents and non-residents alike. Our clientele ranges from individual tourists, business travellers, coach parties and local residents. We also cater for functions. We also supply high end outside catering to an Inverness client.

You need to be a flexible, confident and creative chef with good management and budgeting skills. We are passionate about sourcing fresh local ingredients wherever possible Own transport required. Immediate start.

Salary £25k Please call us. 01456450326

HEAD HOUSEKEEPER- Drumnadrochit Hotel
£7.50 PER HOUR
30-40 PER WEEK, 5 DAYS FROM 7 BETWEEN 8.30AM-5PM
Experience is required. Duties include taking overall management of housekeeping in the hotel, cleaning rooms, arranging laundry service, ordering of cleaning products, making beds and other tasks as required. You can apply for this job by telephoning 01456 450218 or 07833 96046 and asking for Sean Henderson. Applicants can also email their CV to seanhenderson@live.co.uk

ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPER - Drumnadrochit Hotel
£6.50 PER HOUR
30-40 PER WEEK, 5 DAYS FROM 7 BETWEEN 8.30AM-5PM
Experience is advantageous but not essential. Duties include cleaning rooms, assisting with laundry service, making beds and other tasks as required. Seasonal position until the end of November.
How to apply: You can apply for this job by telephoning 01456 450218 or 07833 96046 and asking for Sean Henderson. Applicants can also email their CV to seanhenderson@live.co.uk

CHEF-Drumnadrochit Hotel
Wage NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
Hours 30-50 PER WEEK, 5 DAYS FROM 7 BETWEEN 7AM-9.30PM
We provide simple but exquisite Scottish cuisine. Must be able to work well as a team and under pressure, being flexible and adaptable to fluctuations in demand. Duties include cooking dishes; responsible for sweets, mains and desserts; stock control; maintaining hygiene standards in the kitchen and associated tasks. You can apply for this job by telephoning 01456 450218 or 07833 96046 and asking for Sean Henderson. Applicants can also email their CV to seanhenderson@live.co.uk

Chef & front of House Management Couple-Fort Augustus
Fort Augustus, Inverness
A new and exiting opportunity for a highly skilled, experienced Management Couple Chef-Front of House Manager- to live in and operate an upcoming business in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. The business offers a coffee shop, delicatessen and evening restaurant. The Head Chef and Front of House Manager will be responsible for and will co-ordinate the day-to-day operation of the business. Renowned Scottish chef, Nick Nairn and his consultancy service are commited to working with the team to drive the business forward to establish the restaurant as a market leader in the area. The Management Couple will maintain exceptional standards of food production and service in line with company guide lines, while delivering agreed financial targets.2 years experience required with a similar operation, proven financial skills, exellent organisational and management skills, setting and monitoring high standards of cleanliness and service, must be computer literate Salary TBD.
call 01320 366207

Hospitality Assistant required for lively Loch Ness Hostel
This is a live-in position based at Morag’s Lodge, Loch Ness. We pride ourselves on being one of the top-rated hostels in Scotland, set apart from the rest by our commitment to ensuring our guests have the ultimate hostel experience… comfortable, clean, lively & fun. You will report directly to the hostel manager or supervisor and your main role will be General Assistance throughout the lodge to ensure the operation and control of Lodge in a safe, clean and hospitable manner, with focus on exceptional service standards. You will also be responsible for increasing the sales and profitability of the hostel by working to high standards and being diligent with company equipment and standards.
Key responsibilities:
• Creating and maintaining a welcoming and lively atmosphere in the hostel on all shifts
• Housekeeping Shifts: Stripping & making beds, cleaning rooms, laundry, cleaning bathrooms (toilets, sinks & showers), vacuuming, cleaning public areas (dining, lounge, hallways, bar etc.)
• Kitchen Shifts: Prepare & serve breakfast, lunch, and evening meals, following set procedures.
• Bar Host Shifts: Serving & replenishing drinks, keeping the bar, beer garden and cellar clean, tidy & fully stocked, and assist entertainment host.
• Control the security of cash, stock, and premises whilst on duty.
• Collect payments, operate cash registers and give change.
• Promote sales of food, accommodation etc where available.
• Welcome and check-in guests, and help to ensure the smooth running of all guests requirements.
• Daily and weekly deep cleaning duties.
• Adhere to licensing laws, health & safety regulations and food hygiene regulations at all times.
• Assist with, and cover, kitchen, housekeeping and reception shifts when required
• Basic administration & social networking on behalf of Morag’s bar.
• Other general duties and basic maintenance when required
Core competencies:
• Thrive on working in a lively, fun and fast pace environment
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service
• Communicate with guests in a friendly, professional and positive manner.
• Complete all cleaning duties to an immaculate standard
• Cook & Serve meals to an exceptional standard
• Be flexible, adaptable, highly motivated & organised
• Team worker.
• Able to multi task, show initiative and work on your own
Role requirements:
• Hospitality experience.
• Customer focused with excellent customer service skills
• Sociable & lively personality
• Computer literate
• Driving license & First Aid training useful but not essential
• You must be eligible to work in the UK
Training provided:
• Bar Licence
• Food Hygiene
• Fire & Evacuation
• Health & Safety
• Product knowledge
Call 01320366289 to apply

PROPERTY MANAGER ASSISTANT
£7500- £8500 PER ANNUM
20+ HOURS PER WEEK
FORT AUGUSTUS
Property management Assistant at the Highland Club (Fort Augustus Abbey) Luxury Apartments. This is a part time vacancy with the potential for full time for the right applicant. Training period will be Tuesday /Wednesday /Thursday. Thereafter, Friday Saturday Sunday in season. Rota out of season. Duties include Laundry checking and distribution, Quality control of cleaning and maintenance, checking guests in and Reception/ Concierge duties. The right applicant will have excellent public relation skills, attention to detail, observant and be able to use his/her own initiative in problem solving.
You can apply for this job by telephoning 01320 366763 and asking for J Canning.
Employer Abbey Management Services

CLEANERS
£6.50-£7.0 PER HOUR
10-15 HOURS PER WEEK, MON-SUN, 9AM-4PM
FORT AUGUSTUS
Experience Cleaners required able to clean to a high standard , training can be given to the right candidates. Duties will involve the cleaning of holiday apartments. Candidates must be of smart appearance, reliable and have an eye to detail ..T ravel assistance may be given subject to circumstances. Call Mr or Mrs Canning on 01320366763 or 07715055908
Employer: Abbey Management Services

3x chef/cook
Drumnadrochit, Inverness
We are currently looking for 3 experienced chefs/cooks to work in our recently refurbished Drumnadrochit hotel.
Candidates must have some form of kitchen experience, be hard working and reliable as we are a very busy hotel.
Our aim is to create a wholesome home cooked Scottish menu, we will be using locally sourced produce and serving our customers a fine taste of the highlands
the job consists of 5 from 7 days a week and can have anything from 35-60 hours
Wages will be negotiable on an experiance basis. call sean on 07833096046

Couple Required immediate start
Near Fort Willaim, Inverness
We are looking for two members of staff for the coming season to work in our family run business situated in a beautiful part of the Highlands. We have a variety of self-catering accommodation including hostel, chalets and rooms, with a restaurant and bar on site. Staff need to be flexible as they will be expected to help in all departments. One position will be bar and handyperson with the occasional housekeeping shift. The other position will be front of house/waiting on the tables, housekeeping and with the occasional kitchen shift. Accommodation is a fully self contained static caravan for which only utilities are charged. Will suit a couple or friends. Hours are a minimum 37hrs/wk, usually more, and wage is negotiable deependent on age and experience. Our web site is www.inchreecentre.co.uk . Call 01855821393.

Chef de partie/Sous required for seasonal hotel Highland
Invermoriston, Inverness
Chef de Partie/Sous required for 11 bedroom seasonal hotel by Loch Ness.
Must be able to start immediately. Live in or Out.
Contact us on 01320351206

Volunteers wanted to support a weekly one stop community learning shop
Located at Drumnadrochit - Craigmonie Centre
Internet Course with BBC One Click
Online Driver Theory Training
And if there is enough interest: to run a work club
This is currently running on a Monday Evening
3 hours a week
Training given
So if you have an interest in Computers and feel that you can share this with others
Contact Mark Richardson @ Spectrum Centre – 01463 71 00 13 email
Mark.richardson@highlifehighland.com

Live in Tour Guide / Deck hand required for luxury hotel barge
Scottish Highlander: Caledonian Canal, Inverness
We are a luxury Hotel Barge offering weekly all inclusive holidays based on the Caledonian Canal and we are looking for a Tour Guide to join our crew.
You would need to have a clean driving licence and be 25 or over due to insurance purposes and be a confident and safe driver to drive our eight passenger mini-bus to all our excursions...
A good knowledge of Scottish history is an advantage and willing to learn more to adapt to the tours is a must.
You must be well presented and of smart appearance at all times as you will also accompany our guests on their tours in case of any needed assistance.
This is a position for a people person who enjoys meeting new people from all over the world.
You will be required to help onboard ie helping with ropes, helping the hostess and various maintenance duties. Full training will be given along with your job description.
This is a live aboard position and you will have your own single cabin and all meals provided.
You will also be provided with trousers, polo shirts and a company fleece.
This is a great job if you like the outdoors.
Please send your cv when applying . Contact Mr Daniel Clark: 07801372006 for details.

Bar & Restaurant Supervisor Roles

Lovat - Fort Augustus
Individuals, couple or friends required to manage 2 main departments from now until end of October.

Excellent job prospects, team, location, benefits, salary & accommodation
Beautiful Loch Ness setting - ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors, to save money as well as offer great service to a wide variety of guests

Job Roles available:

Barman - friendly, chatty, hardworking, responsible individual required to run the hotel bar. Knowledge, experience & interest in all beverages essential - potential to grow the wine, whisky & spirit section as well as demonstrate cocktail expertise (not a requirement!). Straight or split shifts involving lock up. Must be organised, clean & tidy as well as willing to step away from the bar to help with some food service when required. Incentives available on sales.

Brasserie Supervisor - organised individual required to manage the Brasserie whether breakfast, lunch &/ dinner service. Applicant must have has previous experience managing reservations, staff, menus & service to a high standard. Straight or split shifts. Breakfast covers maximum 64, potential for lunch covers to increase as average 20 in the Summer, dinner covers maximum 80 but potential to improve with good diary management, sales & marketing. Incentives available on sales.

Restaurant Supervisor - candidate is to manage the 2 rosette dining experience in the main Dining Room 5 nights a week. Applicant must have had previous experience in this role, must be passionate about F&B as well as understand the essence of fantastic customer service. Management of 1-2 other staff members required when busy. Covers maximum 20, straight shifts that will also cover some aspects of reception/front of house. Incentives available on sales.

Call 0845 4501100 for more info / to apply

Dundreggan Volunteers

Trees for Life have placements available for conservation volunteers to live and work on our own 4000 ha Highland estate in Glen Moriston for periods of one month during April and May 2012. Conservation work to restore the forest may include tree planting, fertilising & protection, non-native plant removal, habitat restoration & survey work, tree nursery construction & propagation work.

Accommodation on site and a contribution towards food is provided by Trees for Life. Volunteers will need to have their own transport to live in this location. All volunteers must be 18+ and have a reasonable level of fitness.

Please contact Jill at the Dundreggan office on 01320 340242, or email jill@treesforlife.org.uk to request an application form.

WARDEN COUPLE - Loch Ness Caravan Park
Wage NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
Hours FLEXIBLE HOURS. MON-SAT.
Temporary
Couple to work as wardens on Highland Holiday Park. Experience preferred but must be computer literate, active and a people person. Duties include: Admin work, dealing with customers and cleaning.
You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Ms Liz Girvan at Loch Ness Caravan Park, bob@girvan7904.freeserve.co.uk

Host / Hostess Required for luxury hotel barge on Caledonian canal

Caledonian Canal, Inverness
We are looking for a Host / Hostess to join our crew of four aboard The Scottish Highlander. You will be required to be of a clean and well presented appearence and some uniform will be provided.

Duties include looking after our guests every need, cleaning cabins, serving meals etc.. This can be a demanding position so will only suit someone who is conciencious and not afraid of hard work.

All your meals will be provided and as this is a live-in position you will have your own single cabin. This is an amazing oppourtunity for the right person as you will sail through some of the most spectacular scenery the great glen has to offer.
For more info reply with your current cv to Mr Daniel Clark: 07801372006

TalentScotland Graduate Placements 2012

Looking for your first job after graduation? Apply for our 6-12 month placements in the Highlands and Islands!
We offer innovative projects with small businesses and social enterprises, all paid at a minimum of £15,500. Projects are available across all sectors, and include marketing, engineering, IT, product and business development, HR and many more.

Visit our website for more information: www.talentscotland.com/gppgraduates
View all graduate vacancies all year round here: http://www.hie.co.uk/support-for-business/skills-development/graduate-placements/graduate-placement-vacancies.html

TalentScotland Summer Placements 2012

Looking for a full-time summer job relevant to your degree? Apply for our 8 week placements in the Highlands and Islands!

You'll have the opportunity to use the skills you've learned at university and get paid at least £6.08 per hour.
Visit our website for more information: http://www.talentscotland.com/Students/Study/Summer-placements.aspx
View all summer vacancies from March 2012 here: http://www.talentscotland.com/summerplacements

The placements are part funded by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and the European Regional Development Fun

Seasonal Staff - The Lovat: Loch Ness
Our busy 3 star hotel beside Loch Ness is looking for seasonal staff to join the team! Positions in house keeping, kitchen porter and bar man/maid are available from March until October.
Applicants must speak english, work well within a team, have the ability to work unsupervised, possess excellent customer care skills , be hard working while maintaining a happy disposition.
Experience preferred but not essential as full training will be given. Sense of humour and can do attitude essential.
Fresh air, mystical monsters and beautiful scenery where else would you want to be this summer. www.thelovat.com - Email: info@thelovat.com, Tel: +44 (0) 1456 459 250

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Drumnadrochit First Responders

A Community First Responder is a member of the public who volunteers to help their community by responding to medical emergencies while the ambulance is on its way. All volunteers receive specialist training and equipment so that they can provide an early intervention before the arrival of the professional ambulance crew.
Anyone who wishes to help their community can volunteer and no previous medical experience is necessary, although you will need a caring attitude and the ability to deal with potentially distressing situations.
You will be trained in the use of automatic external defibrillators, oxygen therapy and a wide range of emergency skills, including how to assist in life threatening situations such as heart or asthma attack.
To become a volunteer first responder you must:
• Be least 18 years old, be able to drive and have access to a car.
• Be able to demonstrate and maintain a level of fitness to meet the role;
• Be an effective communicator with good interpersonal skills;
• Be able to demonstrate logical approach;
• Be able Work under pressure, yet stay calm;
• Have a desire to learn;
• Reside or work in the area in which the scheme is based;
• Be able to respond without delay to incidents;
• Complete a criminal records check (Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check);
• Have some first aid knowledge (not essential);
• Be able to commit long term to the role.
If you are interested in becoming a Community First Responder
you should contact Keri Westall – keriwestall@hotmail.co.uk or tel. 07725 882 711
Mhairi Marshall – mhairimarshall@nhs.net

FIVE STAR CLEANERS REQUIRED URGENT
Whitebridge, Inverness
We urgently need cleaners with 5 star standards and a good eye for detail to join our team in the highlands....
Two positions available....... both 3 days a week to include mon & fri and one other day sometimes a weekend.
Self catering Log cabins and Lodges close to Loch Ness.
Live in shared accommodation or live out available. Must be reliable with previous experience. Main attributes are proven high standards of cleaning. Being able to spot maintenance issues and reporting them, reporting general wear and tear and able to deep clean all lodges to a 5 star standard. No surface cleaners so you must be fit and able to move furniture to clean behind etc.... You must be able to following instructions and not cut corners. We are located in the highlands, quite remote area . 24 miles from Inverness. Bus stops outside. £6.50ph live in or £7.00 ph live out. call 01456486373

Canal Custodians

There are many people already involved on a daily basis on the Caledonian Canal. British Waterways Scotland employees take great pride in their work but resources have to be focused on safe passage of vessels and maintenance.
The Waterways Trust Scotland would like to encourage some local help in a variety of canal related ways - in return you will receive training and skills development as well as meeting new people and gaining satisfaction.

Roles will include:

• Practical conservation team - Woodland management including invasive plant removal, tree planting, access and path work etc. The aim would be to gradually create a volunteer team (18 yrs to 98!) that meet regularly throughout the year to deliver a practical task. The output will be a healthy, social day that benefits access and conservation.

•Wildlife surveys - come along to training sessions looking at different groups of flora and fauna - learn more and start adding to much needed record databases.

There is also an 'armchair option' to sift through a database (The National Biodiversity Network Gateway) and collate the relevant records. Specialist advice will be on hand to help you grow your knowledge and understanding of Scottish wildlife.

• Canal Interpreters - helping visitors to make the most of their Great Glen trip! Initially we can foresee manned information points on good weather days by the flights at Fort Augustus. This is probably the busiest flight along the canal and the lock keepers just don't have the time or focus on busy days to answer the many questions asked.

We need some people who do! Training in people engagement and presentation skills provided. Possibilities for Neptune's Staircase at Corpach too. This work may also be extended to include working with school groups or booked groups too?

• Research and archives - SCRAN (Scottish Cultural Resources Access Network) is a charity & online learning resource base with over 360,000 images & media from museums, galleries, archives and the media.

We are looking for people who would enjoy carrying out research and collating local information/interpretive material and then uploading it to this excellent resource.

Full training would be given - a basic knowledge of how to use a computer would be a good starting point. This task can be carried out in the comfort of your own home in any weather!

For further details please contact:
Stephen Wiseman (Caledonian Canal Heritage Officer)
Email: Stephen.Wiseman@thewaterwaystrust.org.uk
Tel: 01463 725561
www.thewaterwaystrust.org.uk

Volunteering for the RSPB:

Lots of chances to help out. Click HERE

Also: Reserve Work Party / Practical Conservation - Corrimony

Volunteers are needed to join work weeks organised by Trees for Life, a charity working to restore Caledonian Forest to the Highlands, who undertake work at the RSPB's Corrimony Reserve under the direction of the RSPB site manager. The volunteer's work will include tree planting, non-native tree removal and other management tasks on the reserve.
What’s in it for you?

You will contribute to the restoration of native forest on this beautiful upland reserve. Experience a week of working and living co-operatively in a group of like-minded people.

The skills you need: Enthusiasm and an interest in conservation are essential. No specialist skills are required though a good level of fitness and a desire to work outside is essential. You will need an up-to-date tetanus injection and to enjoy working as part of a team.
Your time

Minimum commitment: One week, Saturday to Saturday
Duration: Ongoing
Period: All year round
Who to contact

Trees For Life
Tel: 01309 691444
E-mail: rosie@treesforlife.org.uk
Notes

You will need a good level of fitness to undertake a week of practical work, with sites reached over rough ground some distance from the road or track. However everyone will usually find a pace of work they are comfortable with. Instruction for the safe completion of the week's tasks is given and tools provided. You should enjoy working outdoors in the Scottish weather.

Contact Trees for Life for details on 01309 691292 or visit www.treesforlife.org.uk for a brochure.

Reference number: 2143

READERS WANTED

H.I.T.S. (Highlands and Islands Tape Service) is a charity which provides recorded newspaper articles for blind and visually impaired listeners throughout the country.
Recording takes place in a studio in Wells Street, Inverness. Our particular group reads and records from "Scotland on Sunday" on Monday mornings (9- 11.30 am approx) and we are keen to recruit more readers to add to our rota (we work in pairs). If you are interested and want to know more,
Please contact Jan Bell (01456 4500227)

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