This website uses cookies for anonymised analytics and for account authentication. See our privacy and cookies policies for more information.




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

Sign in to use saved searches

 

Charity Trustee

Are you passionate about making a difference? Could you help enhance the lives of older people?
Abbeyfield Society has provided sheltered housing for older people in this area for over 50 years. It is important to them that residents who make Abbeyfield their home feel secure, can retain independence and have companionship while enjoying good home cooked food daily in a caring and supportive environment.
The Board of Trustees oversee the management of all matters related to Abbeyfield Dunfermline Society with the key responsibility of governance and directing how the society is managed and run in compliance with law.
They welcome a range of skills and experience in e.g. property matters, health and social care, legal, financial, pastoral care and mentoring, environmental, health and safety, information technology.
You would be expected to attend regular Board meetings every 6-8 weeks and keep up with service provision and contribute to decision making.

Experience required

They welcome a range of skills and experience in e.g. property matters, health and social care, legal, financial, pastoral care and mentoring, environmental, health and safety, information technology.
Experience of engaging as part of a team, open mindedness, good communication skills and a positive attitude are also desirable.

Travel details

Allister House
16 Park Avenue
Dunfermline
KY12 7HX

There are bus and rail links to the town

Travel expenses

45p per mile or public transport rates.

Support
Training details

Informal introduction to the committee as well as meeting residents and staff. Attendance at meetings while being supported into the role by the Chair, Vice Chair and existing experienced members.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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