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Walking Group Volunteer

Volunteering opportunity with Seescape

Organisation
Seescape
Type
Sports / Outdoor activities
Benefits
Sensory Impairment
Age
16 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Travel expenses will be reimbursed at 45p per mile for travel by car or public transport rates.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO103184 · updated 29 May 2025

About this opportunity

Seescape support over 3500 people with severe visual impairments in Fife for their Dunfermline walking group. They require enthusiastic and sociable volunteers to join their group of visually impaired walkers. They are keen to help, not only to prevent those with visual impairments from becoming socially isolated but to encourage as many as possible to remain physically active. Volunteers are sought from across Fife in the hope of being able to expand this activity in other areas of Fife while also complimenting the current volunteers in Dunfermline.

This is an opportunity for volunteers to make a real difference to the lives of some of our most vulnerable members of society, to give them a structure and foster new friendships. This role may appeal to those in retirement, semi-retirement or people with spare time on their hands who would like to give something back to the community while themselves experiencing the great outdoors.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

A full induction will be provided which includes Sighted Guide training. Regular training days will be held which will include input, group discussions and case studies on best practice

Experience

Volunteers are required to be trustworthy, reliable, caring, empathetic, positive and patient. They should have a good level of common sense, strong social skills and be a good listener. No experience of supporting those with visual impairments is required as full training will be provided.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References

Travel

The group currently meets weekly for around one hour in Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline which is accessible by public transport and by car.

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