Volunteer at The Nook
Volunteer at The Nook
We’re looking for volunteers who are friendly, approachable and empathetic, with strong communication and listening skills. You should be non-judgemental, able to maintain confidentiality, and comfortable engaging with a wide range of people.
Current volunteering opportunities
Wellbeing Volunteer
You’ll help create a welcoming, supportive space for people seeking mental health support. You'll greet visitors, offer a compassionate ear, and assist with setting up the space and wellbeing activities.
No qualifications are needed, just empathy, good listening skills and a commitment to helping others feel safe and respected.
Wellbeing Volunteer The Nook Aberdeen
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Peer Support Volunteer
Peer Support Volunteers use their own experiences of mental health recovery to support others.
You’ll help run support groups and conversation cafes, provide understanding through shared experience, and contribute to a safe, non-judgemental environment.
This role is an opportunity to use your lived experience in a purposeful way, with space for growth, learning and reflection.
Peer Support Volunteer The Nook Aberdeen
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Why volunteer with us?
The Nook provides flexible, personalised mental health support in a safe, stigma-free setting. Open seven days a week, it removes barriers by offering quick, self-referred access to help from a skilled, compassionate team.
As a volunteer, you’ll help create a warm, welcoming space where people can ask once and get help fast –supporting the diverse needs of your local community.
Be part of something big – Join Scotland’s leading mental health charity in delivering community-based mental health support through an innovative network of hubs and outreach programmes.
Make a difference – Help contribute to the delivery of timely, compassionate support to people who need it most, ensuring they receive the help they deserve in a welcoming and safe environment.
Develop new skills – Gain confidence, with the chance to develop your knowledge and skills through ongoing support and training opportunities.
Ready to take the next step?
Register your interest for our volunteering positions by clicking here.
