Aberdeen City Libraries has a well-established volunteer programme, which is a great way to gain and develop valuable skills, build your confidence or enhance your CV.
Aberdeen City Council agreed to become a Volunteer Charter Champion at the Council meeting on 3 July 2024. The Volunteer Charter, produced by Volunteer Scotland, is a tool for policy makers, elected members and funders to use when making decisions about how volunteering is represented in decision making processes, policy development, and how volunteering is resourced and utilised.
If you would like to discuss any of these opportunities further get in touch for more information and to check availability.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Aberdeen City Libraries can support young people from the age of 13 years if they are working towards their Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Contact should be made in the first instance by the young person themselves via email or telephone.
Visit the Duke of Edinburgh's Award website.
Saltire Awards
Young People aged 12 to 25 who volunteer can accumulate volunteer hours to count towards a Saltire Award. Contact should be made in the first instance by the young person themselves via email or telephone.
Visit the Saltire Awards website.
Work experience
Aberdeen City Libraries has a number of places throughout the year for school pupils seeking to take part in work experience placements. Contact should be made via your school's normal placement procedures.
Partnership working
Aberdeen City Libraries offer the opportunity of placements to help gain employability skills and work experience. Partners include ENABLE, King’s Trust, NESCol, and ABZWorks.
Further opportunities
Details of opportunities that may arise during the year will be advertised on this page as well as through Aberdeen Council of Voluntary Organisations (ACVO). These ad-hoc opportunities will include, for example, support for short-term specific events or programmes, or on a more regular basis to enhance current services.
Contact details
Aberdeen City Libraries
Central Library
Rosemount Viaduct
Aberdeen
AB25 1GW
01224 070707
LibraryVolunteers@aberdeencity.gov.uk