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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Management Board Trustee
with Home-Start CowdenbeathVolunteer Opportunity No. VO103456 - Created/last updated: 08/01/2026
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Home-Start Cowdenbeath Area are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals to join their Board of Trustees. This is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the future of a valued local charity that supports families with young children through challenging times. As a Trustee, you'll contribute your skills and experience to guide their strategic direction, ensure good governance, and support the continued delivery of high-quality services.
Home-Start Cowdenbeath Area is particularly interested in people with backgrounds in finance, HR, legal, fundraising, or early years, but welcome applications from anyone passionate about supporting families. You don't need prior board experience just a willingness to learn and get involved.
If you want to make a real impact in your community, build valuable experience, and be part of a friendly and supportive team, this is the perfect role for you.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: Home Start offer a hybrid preparation course with online modules and face to face sessions. Supervision with the Co-ordinator every 6 weeks and opportunities for extra training. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Mileage is 66p per mile and bus fares are reimbursed.Experience required: To be a Trustee for Home-Start Cowdenbeath, they are looking for people who believe in family support and early intervention who can offer practical and strategic input. You must be trustworthy and committed, ideally, with a mix of skills and experiences around governance, child protection but training around this can be provided. 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 Trustees attend quarterly board meetings, with occasional additional involvement. Meetings are done either face to face in Home Start Cowdenbeath premises (170 High Street, Cowdenbeath, KY4 9NH) or on Zoom video calls. 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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