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Van Crew/Drivers Mate

Volunteering opportunity with Castle Furniture

Organisation
Castle Furniture
Type
Driving / escorting
Benefits
Anti poverty work
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Castle Furniture Project's volunteer expenses policy.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO106704 · updated 15 September 2026

About this opportunity

Join Castle Furniture's Van Crew and help make a real difference to individual's and families across Fife. As a Driver's Mate you'll work alongside a driver to collect donated furniture and deliver affordable household items to people in need. Every collection and delivery helps support Castle Furniture Project's mission of reducing furniture poverty while funding vital community services. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, offering the chance to meet new people, stay active and be part of a friendly, supportive team. Full training, ongoing support and volunteer expenses are provided, making this a rewarding opportunity for anyone who enjoys practical work and given back to their community.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

Van crew members will be taken through their manual handling course, tail lift training, driver training/assessments/ and banksman training.

Experience
No specific requirements for experience were given by the organisation.
Restrictions

Volunteers must be aged 18 or over due to health and safety requirement's. The role involves manual handling, lifting furniture and working part of a delivery team. Training is manual handling and health and safety will be provided.

How to apply

Induction/Training; Informal Chat

Travel

The role is based at Castle Furniture Project and involves travelling throughout Fife in one of its vehicles. Volunteers meet at the depot before heading out on planned collections and deliveries. Travel to and from the depot is the volunteer's responsibility travel expenses reimbursed in line with Cast Furniture Project's volunteer expenses policy.

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