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• Social Group Volunteer with Seescape Volunteer Opportunity No. VO103186 - Created/last updated: 06/07/2026

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  About this opportunity:	Seescape support over 3500 people with severe visual impairments in Fife. They require enthusiastic and sociable volunteers to join them to try and prevent their vulnerable members from becoming lonely and withdrawing from their community. They want to add to their volunteers who help give their users a brilliant opportunity to get out of the house, meet friends and give their week a meaningful structure. Their volunteers assist in arranging activities for the group such as inviting guests to speak about their areas of expertise, share stories or provide entertainment. They have had input from a range of individuals including authors, stage acts, opera singers as well as inputs from local services including the Police and Fire Service. This is a fun and rewarding opportunity which our existing volunteers thrive on. This role may appeal to those in retirement, semi-retirement or people with spare time who would like to give back to the community
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	16
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	A full induction will be provided including ‘Sighted Guide’ training. Regular training days will be held where volunteers will be given training and group discussions and case studies regarding best practice will be provided.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Travel expenses will be reimbursed at 45p per mile for travel by car or public transport rates.
  Experience required:	Volunteers should be trustworthy, reliable, caring, empathetic, positive and patient. They should have a good level of common sense, strong social skills and be a good listener. No prior experience of supporting those with visual impairments is required.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Social Group opportunities currently at Dunfermline (Baldridgeburn Community Centre), Kirkcaldy (Hayfield Community Centre), Glenrothes (Lomond Centre) and Cupar (Old Parish Church). The Walking group is in Dunfermline at Pittencrief Park.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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