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Animal carer

Volunteering opportunity with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)

Organisation
Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)
Type
Practical /DIY
Benefits
Animals
Age
16 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Travelling expenses are paid at 0.45 per mile or public transport tickets up to a total of £15.00 per session, (due to funding limitations)
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO104601 · updated 19 October 2026

About this opportunity

Do you love the outdoors and looking after animals? Then, this is the opportunity for you!

Siblings Reunited (STAR) reunites brothers and sisters separated in the care system, by providing the opportunity for quality and regular sibling contact.

Run from its unique farmland setting, it provides a safe, natural, calming and fun environment, where children can foster emotional bonds and help overcome the trauma associated with being separated from their siblings.

STAR has a wide variety of furry friends, needing your care. These include Chip & Dale, the goats, Maggie, Grace, Rose, Ivy & Violet, the sheep, and Barney, Bella and Ava the Shetland Ponies, (as well as numerous ducks, chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs!).

In addition to building animal care skills, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff. Come and join them!

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

Induction includes a tour of the site, expectations, an informal chat about the needs of the animals, health & safety policy and site risk assessment. Other volunteers and staff are available for ongoing support.

Experience

Applicants should be keen, enthusiastic and adaptable. They should be able to use their initiative but also to follow instructions/to do lists. They should have basic animal knowledge and caring skills, and be willing to feed, clean out and ensure the welfare of the animals.

Restrictions

If under 18 would need to be accompanied by parent or carer

How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References; Trial Period

Travel

Siblings Reunited is located in NE Fife, between Gauldry and Newburgh, on the banks of the River Tay, at East Flisk Farm, Fife. KY14 6HP

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