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Gardener

Volunteering opportunity with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)

Organisation
Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)
Type
Conservation / Gardening
Benefits
Environment
Age
16 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Traveling 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
VO104616 · updated 6 July 2026

About this opportunity

Would you like to develop STAR's grounds, garden and polytunnel? 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.

This role has endless possibilities for you to develop the grounds, which include a large polytunnel, orchard, flower beds and large grassy field. It also includes caring for and maintaing plants. STAR would also like the children to have growing and planting opportunities on site.

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

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 STAR's vision for its environment, 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 list. They should have basic gardening skills and be willing to develop the potential of the grounds for young people to use. They should be familiar with a variety of tools and understand the importance of health & safety guidelines for themselves and others using the site.

Restrictions

However a parent or carer would need to attend or 18+

How to apply

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

Travel

Sibling 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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