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Family Support Group Volunteer

Volunteering opportunity with Home-Start Glenrothes

Organisation
Home-Start Glenrothes
Type
Playschemes / Childrens Clubs
Benefits
Families
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Not offered, or not stated
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO84297 · updated 27 August 2026

About this opportunity

Home-Start Glenrothes is a Family Support charity offering support and friendship for parents with young children (0-5 years of age). This service is delivered throughout Glenrothes, through home visiting volunteers and Family Support Groups.

The purpose of the Family Support Group is to bring together parents and children who may be feeling isolated or lacking in confidence and who may like the opportunity to meet other families. Children can play with their peers and form friendships and are also encouraged to play with parents. We provide activities that are designed to allow families to play and grow together and to build confidence in a relaxed atmosphere.

Volunteers assist the Family Support Group Coordinator to provide the activities. The organisation is particularly interested in hearing from you if you have experience of supporting families and have ideas for activities to engage our younger children. Perhaps you have an interesting hobby or a creative mind? Either way, the organisaton is keen to build on the range of activities offered and would love to hear your ideas.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

All volunteers are required to attend a volunteer preparation course

Experience

The organisation ask that volunteers have parenting experience, enthusiasm and be able to offer non-judgemental practical and emotional support to families.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

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

Travel

This opportunity takes place in the gardens of Home-Start Glenrothes - 47-48 Greenlaw Crescent, Glenrothes KY6 1JQ

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