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Families First St Andrews
- VO75848
Families First is a small independent Charity working with children aged 5 - 16 years, living in North East Fife who are facing adversity. The challenges children face include neurodiversity, poor physical and mental wellbeing and social problems such as isolation and poverty. Our overall objectives are to strengthen the social and emotional wellbeing of children, young people and their parents and carers. Our Trustees are all volunteers and offer strategic guidance and provide a governance role to Families First as an organisation. Our Trustees are looking for new members who can offer their skills and expertise to support Families First's mission: "Families First will work alongside children, young people and their families, experiencing disadvantage and adversity living in North East Fife." Along with your skills and expertise, the Trustees are looking for people who value the difference small charities can make to local communities.
Our Trustees give approximately 16 hours per annum plus additional hours you may wish to become involved in.
Experience required
We are an inclusive organisation and as such welcome experience in business and finance, digital and IT, fundraising, and work with children and/or families, lived experience.
Travel details
The Families First premises is Rose Lane Centre, 2 Rose Lane, c/o 132 South Street, St Andrews KY16 9EW. Meetings are normally arranged here or in St Andrews.
Travel expenses
Arrangements can be made for out of pocket expenses (mileage / public transport) to be brought along on night of meetings if the manager has advanced notice.
Support
Training details
A full induction pack will be provided including policy, procedure, good practice guidance, business plans and annual reports. The manager will discuss a PowerPoint presentation on becoming a Trustee and introduce our children's services. Additionally,
all Trustees must attend the mandatory volunteer training which covers topics such as Children’s Services, Child and Adult Protection, Managing Behaviour and an Induction Evening.
Taster available
Availability
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Frequency & commitment
6 meetings per year, lasting no more that 2 hours each (apart from Strategic planning sessions) Sub committees can also have additional meetings 4 - 6 hours per annum.
Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Trustee with Families First St Andrews
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