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Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)
- VO104622
Would you like to make a difference to sibling in the care system, whilst gaining valuable skills in working with children and young people? Then, this is the opportunity for you!
Siblings Reunited (STAR) reunites brothers and sisters separated in the care system, by providing the opportunity for quality and regular sibling contact.
Run from its unique farmland setting, it provides a safe, natural, calming and fun environment, where children can foster emotional bonds and help overcome the trauma associated with being separated from their siblings.
In your role, you would support these visits by providing rich and varied activities for the children to enjoy, whilst at the same time, supporting wellbeing and nurturing unique relationships.
In addition to building skills, such as communication, collaboration, adaptability and confidence, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff. Come and join us!
Experience required
Applicants should be keen, enthusiastic and be able to work with others. Their role is child centred and requires empathy and understanding. They should be able to use their initiative but also to follow direction, when new to STAR. They should be flexible and adaptable. They will need to respect boundaries, confidentiality and ensure the safeguarding of all the young people who visit STAR.
Travel details
Sibling Reunited is located in NE Fife, between Gauldry and Newburgh, on the banks of the River Tay, at East Flisk Farm, Fife KY14 6HP.
Traveling from Glenrothes - remain on the A92 towards Dundee, passing by Ladybank, Letham and fernie, Prior to Rathillet there is a road sign noting Hazeltown please turn left there, remain on this road, straight through a small crossroads and we are the 3rd turning on right-please park on the carpark
Traveling from Dundee- After the Tay Bridge remain on the a92 and take the first right after Rathillet (noted Hazeltown). Then follow directions above.
Traveling from Cupar- Drive out of Cupar passing the Adamson Hospital and Cairnie Fruit farm, at the junction in Rathillet turn left onto A92, take the first right (sign posted Hazeltown) Then follow directions above.
Traveling from Perth - Travel to Newburgh, as you head out of Newburgh you will see a garage/cafe please turn left just before the garage, remain on this road (River Tay will always be on your left).
Travel expenses
Traveling expenses are paid at 0.45 per mile or public transport tickets up to a total of £15.00 per session, (due to funding limitations)
Support
Training details
Induction includes a tour of the site, an informal chat about types of activities offered, expectations, structure of a session, Child protection & safeguarding guidance, and approximately 4-6 sessions of shadowing other more experienced volunteers. Volunteer supervisors work with a minimum of one other person, but more in bigger sibling groups.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) 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 Supervisor with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO)
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