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Volunteering Opportunity: VO104601

  • Animal carer
    with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO).

    Created/last updated: 23/09/2026


    About this opportunity:Do you love the outdoors and looking after animals? 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
     •  STAR has a wide variety of furry friends, needing your care
     •  These include Chip & Dale, the goats, Maggie, Grace, Rose, Ivy & Violet, the sheep, and Barney, Bella and Ava the Shetland Ponies, (as well as numerous ducks, chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs!)
     •  In addition to building animal care skills, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff
     •  Come and join them!
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:16
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Induction includes a tour of the site, expectations, an informal chat about the needs of the animals, health & safety policy and site risk assessment. Other volunteers and staff are available for ongoing support.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Travelling 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)

    Experience required:Applicants should be keen, enthusiastic and adaptable. They should be able to use their initiative but also to follow instructions/to do lists. They should have basic animal knowledge and caring skills, and be willing to feed, clean out and ensure the welfare of the animals.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    If under 18 would need to be accompanied by parent or carer

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

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsSiblings Reunited is located in NE Fife, between Gauldry and Newburgh, on the banks of the River Tay, at East Flisk Farm, Fife. KY14 6HP

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