Volunteer For SCAA
Help us Save Lives in Scotland
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with SCAA. Please read below for details of our current volunteer roles across Scotland.
How to Apply
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
SCAA is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities to discuss any queries or support needs they may have to enable them to have a positive volunteering experience.
Having a criminal record will not automatically be a bar to volunteering with SCAA. All disclosed information will be assessed on a case by case basis and an appropriate decision taken and communicated.
Depending on the role undertaken at SCAA you may be subject to a basic disclosure, PVG check, or motor licence check. This will be at no expense to the applicant and we will communicate in advance.
Location : Across Scotland
Time: 2-3 Hours ad hoc
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Age: Minimum Age 18+
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As a Volunteer Speaker, you’ll inspire and inform local groups about SCAA’s life-saving work. You’ll share our patient stories, answer questions, and show people how they can get involved—whether through fundraising, volunteering, or spreading the word.
What you’ll do
The skills you’ll need
What’s in it for you
Location : Across Scotland
Time: 1-2 Hours ad hoc
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Age: Minimum Age 18+
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As a Can Collector, you’ll support your local area by placing new cans and collecting donations—an easy, rewarding role that fits around your schedule.
What you’ll do
The skills you’ll need
What’s in it for you
Location : Across Scotland
Time: From as little as 2 hours.
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Age: Minimum Age 18+
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As a Collections Volunteer, you’ll attend supermarkets, train stations and sports stadiums raising awareness and funds with our SCAA stands.
What you’ll do
The skills you’ll need
What’s in it for you
Location : Across Scotland
Time: 2-3 Hours ad hoc
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Age: Minimum Age 18+
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As our Volunteer Mascot or Minder, you’ll bring joy and energy to events and talks as Nevis or Whirly. Our mascots are always a crowd favourite, creating smiles, posing for photos, and even showing off a dance move or two! As our mascots, you get to be the star, while your minder keeps you safe and helps you interact with the public.
What you’ll do
The skills you’ll need
What’s in it for you
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As our Cheque Presentation Volunteer, you’ll be visiting our wonderful supporters with the big cheque (foldable) to say thank you for their efforts.
What you’ll do
Time: 4-8 hours. We typically split shifts into ½ day and full day.
Other: Ability to travel to remote/rural areas.
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
Our fundraising volunteers are a vital part of team SCAA, raising life saving funds and awareness in communities all over Scotland.
As an Events Volunteer, you’ll attend small or large events helping us host our SCAA stand. Our fundraising stands include merchandise, info and popular activities such as hook a duck and Plinko!
