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Volunteering Opportunity: VO106704

  • Van Crew/Drivers Mate
    with Castle Furniture.

    Created/last updated: 15/09/2026


    About this opportunity:Join Castle Furniture's Van Crew and help make a real difference to individual's and families across Fife
     •  As a Driver's Mate you'll work alongside a driver to collect donated furniture and deliver affordable household items to people in need
     •  Every collection and delivery helps support Castle Furniture Project's mission of reducing furniture poverty while funding vital community services
     •  This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, offering the chance to meet new people, stay active and be part of a friendly, supportive team
     •  Full training, ongoing support and volunteer expenses are provided, making this a rewarding opportunity for anyone who enjoys practical work and given back to their community
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Van crew members will be taken through their manual handling course, tail lift training, driver training/assessments/ and banksman training.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Castle Furniture Project's volunteer expenses policy.

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

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    Volunteers must be aged 18 or over due to health and safety requirement's. The role involves manual handling, lifting furniture and working part of a delivery team. Training is manual handling and health and safety will be provided.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThe role is based at Castle Furniture Project and involves travelling throughout Fife in one of its vehicles. Volunteers meet at the depot before heading out on planned collections and deliveries. Travel to and from the depot is the volunteer's responsibility travel expenses reimbursed in line with Cast Furniture Project's volunteer expenses policy.

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