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Volunteering Opportunity: VO102717

  • Volunteer Befriender
    with Fife Young Carers.

    Created/last updated: 31/03/2026


    About this opportunity:This is an opportunity to enhance the life experience of Young Carers in Fife by 1 to 1 befriending in the community
     •  Fife Young Carers support children and young people ages 0 to 25 who are unpaid carers
     •  These young people look after family members who are ill or have a disability; this can have an impact on the time they have simply to be young, to do the things that children and young people should have the time and opportunity to do
     •  As a volunteer befriender you could be part of the range of support services that Fife Young Carers offers to over 1200 children who perform caring roles in their homes
     •  If you are empathic, outgoing, friendly and have a few hours to spare to make a difference, please contact Fife Young Carers for further details
     •  PVG check and training are provided
     • 
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:There will be an induction/training session in their offices in Glenrothes before being matched with a young carer. You will have regular volunteer check-ins with the volunteer coordinator. They will be organising training both in house and with partner organisations. Training will include Child Protection and boundary setting.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Fortnightly upon production of forms and receipts. Mileage is paid at the current rates.

    Experience required:Non-judgemental, empathic, friendly and willing to go out and about with young people in accordance with their interests and abilities. Disclosure checks and training will be provided.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsBefriending will take place in the community at locations arranged by the parties themselves in partnership with Fife Young Carers; travel expenses will be reimbursed to ensure volunteers are not out of pocket.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.