Volunteers for hire in Edinburgh

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    6,425

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills13%
    Organisational Skills11%
    Customer Service7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED38%
    Master's degree26%
    Bachelor's degree26%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years34%
    Less than a year22%
    3-5 years16%
  • Current company

    Action for Children
    Amazon
    argos
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years31%
    Less than a year28%
    2-5 years25%

Browse Indeed's database of 6,425 profiles for Volunteers in Edinburgh

Last updated: 15 Sept 2026

Volunteer: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Edinburgh: £28,069 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420£37,158 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Chairperson (Volunteer)

    Edinburgh

    Licenses & certifications

    BTECFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationProperty ManagementConstruction ExperienceManagement+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementTeam LeadershipCustomer Service
  • Volunteer

    Edinburgh

    Licenses & certifications

    Music Performance ExpertiseArts and Design ExperienceDesign and Visual Arts ExperienceInstrumental Performance

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementResearchGardeningOrganisational SkillsCustomer Service
  • Waitress / Bar & Reception Staff

    Edinburgh

    Licenses & certifications

    Sensory IntegrationFirst AidFirst Aid Certification

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceServingTable Service
  • Volunteer Assistant Coach

    Dalkeith

    Licenses & certifications

    First AidFirst Aid CertificationCPR

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganisational SkillsExperience Working with ChildrenCustomer ServiceSwimming
  • Night Care Assistant

    Edinburgh

    Licenses & certifications

    Safeguarding CertificationFood HygieneSafeguarding ProceduresPositive Behaviour Support StrategiesChild SafeguardingCare Certificate+8 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsPersonal Service ExperiencePatient Personal Care AssistanceVital SignsManual Handling of Patients
  • Giving Oral Care, Dressing Resident

    Edinburgh

    Licenses & certifications

    First AidFirst Aid CertificationInfection Prevention & ControlCredit Risk Evaluation (Risk Analysis)MCPUnderwriting or Credit Analysis Experience+2 more

    Skills

    AnalyticsClient Relationship ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementRelationship ManagementOrganisational SkillsCommunication Skills

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What's the average time to fill a volunteer role?

The average time to fill a volunteer role is 41 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do volunteers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a volunteer include: communication skills, organisational skills and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for a volunteer?

Common licenses or certifications for volunteers include: First Aid, Driving Licence and Car up to 3 5 Tonnes.

What are some job titles related to volunteers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to volunteers include: chairperson (volunteer), waitress / bar & reception staff and giving oral care, dressing resident.

What level of education is common for a volunteer?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a volunteer in Edinburgh, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a volunteer?

Most volunteers have 9 years of professional experience.

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