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Volunteering Opportunity: VO103507

  • Group Family Support Volunteer
    with Families First St Andrews.

    Created/last updated: 10/07/2026


    About this opportunity:Families First St Andrews work with children, young people and their families, who are facing various adversities and challenges
     •  The Family Support Service offers support to the parents and carers through 1:1 meet ups, group sessions and family days out
     •  This volunteer role involves building supportive and consistent relationships with parents or carers who attend group activities, reducing their isolation
     •  Volunteers are involved with the practical preparation for the group and get involved with the sessions alongside the parents and carers, which may involve hearing from local community groups, doing a craft or celebrating a birthday!
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:All volunteers participate in our mandatory introductory training. This includes information about being a volunteer for Families First, Child and Adult Protection, and relevant policies and procedures, such as Health and Safety. Staff provide support during sessions, and provide a brief/debrief before and after the sessions. All volunteers meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for 1:1 support and supervision meetings. Regular training opportunities from external agencies are advertised to all volunteers.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Expenses are reimbursed monthly for travel and staff will assist with expense forms. Mileage is reimbursed at 45p per mile.

    Experience required:No specific requirements for experience were provided by the organisation.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

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

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsGroup sessions currently happen in Rose Lane Centre and St Andrews Baptist Church, both off South Street, St Andrews. On-street parking is limited.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.