Volunteering Opportunity: VO106329

• Family Support
  with Team Jak Foundation.

  Created/last updated: 21/07/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	As a Den Helper, you will support the Staff Team in creating a welcoming and safe environment for families  •  This rewarding role involves a variety of tasks, from playing with children during activity days and youth groups, to making tea and coffee at support sessions, preparing meals, chatting with parents, and assembling craft packs  •  Typical tasks will involve; � Help set up the room for set activities � Play with the children in the themed activity or during free-time activities � Preparing refreshments and meals for our families � Talking with parents � Ensure all areas are clean and tidy and all spaces free of any clutter � Share any skills you have with Coordinator and where possible use these in sessions
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	14
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	� Initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. � Opportunity to join Jak�s Den certificate programme
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - We cover public transport expenses and reimburse when they give in their expenses form (when they choose). We also cover 0.35p of every mile.
  Experience required:	No prior experience is required; the organisation is looking for enthusiastic, friendly, hard-working, and committed volunteers. This role can be emotionally challenging, and therefore requires a resilient individual.
  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 Details	Pop up Den�s Fife, usually happen every third Saturday of the month, 10:30-1:30 at St Columba's Church, Glenrothes.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25).