voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Response Volunteer
with NHS FifeVolunteer Opportunity No. VO102794 - Created/last updated: 15/06/2026
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: The main duties are to support the ward staff/activities co-ordinator in engaging with patients individually or in small groups to encourage positive communication and assist in maintaining patient’s independence. This is achieved through the implementation of meaningful activities, with an aim to minimise patient’s stress and distress and improve their wellbeing. Activities may include arts/crafts, singing low level exercise and simple games.
In addition to the above, volunteers can assist ward staff in the clinical environment by carrying out a range of non clinical tasks and activities to support the staff in the delivery of patient care.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 16 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: No experience is necessary as training will be given. Good listening and communication skills. Patience, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of patients in hospital and their relatives. To be reliable and punctual. Willingness to work without direct supervision. To be motivated in the volunteering activities undertaken. Ability to work independently and as part of the healthcare team. To liaise with nursing staff and medical staff as required. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Public transport rates reimbursed. Mileage at 31p per mile. Claims can be made weekly or monthly.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; Interview; PVG membership required; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline Adamson Hospital, Cupar Cameron Hospital, Windygates Glenrothes Hospital St Andrews Hospital Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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