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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Peer Mentor (Fife)

Peer Mentoring is an opportunity for parents with experience or knowledge of care to connect with each other.

Our volunteer Peer Mentors provide support, guidance, and encouragement to expectant or new parents, becoming part of their ‘Village’.

Mentors will engage with and empower mentees, drawing from their own life experiences.


Benefits include:
Become part of a supportive, non-judgemental community
Meetings that fit your schedule – online or in person
Receive accredited training from the Scottish Mentoring Network
Get paid for your travel expenses
Improve your own confidence as well as your mentees
Develop your communication skills
Build a trusting relationship with a fellow parent
Receive your own mentor welcome pack


Experience required

Parents with experience of or some knowledge of care.

Travel details

Online or in person

Travel expenses

If meeting in person, travel expenses will be covered.

Support
Training details

Introduction to Mentoring Training
Introduction to Mentoring Follow up online modules
Mentor Handbook
Mentor Resource Pack
Peer Mentor Lead regular check in

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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