Volunteering Opportunity: VO100907

• Family Support Volunteer
  with Team Jak Foundation.

  Created/last updated: 16/01/2025

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Would you like to support local children and families to have fun and explore their feelings? Team Jak is looking for Family Support Volunteers to help with their two monthly groups - parents coffee evening and family activity sessions  •  Their family support team supports children to access different creative opportunities and experiences, to challenge themselves and to explore their interests and feelings in a secure setting with Jak's Den pop ups  •  They also support and encourage parents to get to know each other and talk about their experiences  •  As well as assisting with activities and engaging with children and parents, volunteers are also encouraged to give feedback on sessions and support the planning of activities  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	16
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Volunteers receive a full induction and have access to Team Jak's 6 week befriending training programme. There will always be staff on hand for support.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Expenses paid at 45p per mile or public transport rates.
  Experience required:	Volunteers should be enthusiastic and willing to get involved with activities and speak with families.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	Volunteers under 16 are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
  Application process:	Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Family support sessions take place in St Columba's Church, Glenrothes.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.