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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Family Support
with Team Jak Foundation (This is not a Fife-based organisation).Volunteer Opportunity No. VO106329 - Created/last updated: 21/07/2026
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OpportunityAbout 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 sessionsTakes 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). 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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