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Volunteering Opportunity: VO103099

  • Household Support Volunteer
    with Fife Voluntary Action.

    Created/last updated: 11/06/2025


    About this opportunity:The Big House Project (formally known as the Big Hoose) has an agreement with Amazon which enables multi million pounds worth of donations of household goods be distributed to children and families living in poverty across Fife
     •  The Project works in partnership with Fife Council's welfare reform staff, other charities, social workers, health visitors etc
     •  on a referral method
     •  FVA is a partner of the Big House Project and provide an additional sorting and collection location to service Dunfermline and South West Fife families, from our Dunfermline Community Support Hub
     •  The volunteer's role will involve facilitating deliveries from the Big House Project, sorting donated goods onto shelves, stock control, organising, and packing supplies for partners to collect on site to support families in Dunfermline and SW Fife
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:16
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Training will involve aspects of the role and your responsibilities, confidentiality and data protection along with some communication skills and any other relevant training
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Petrol at 45p per mile or public transport

    Experience required:You should be reliable, trustworthy and have good communication skills. With good organisational skills

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Other; References; Trial Period

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsDunfermline Community Support Hub, Kingsgate Shopping Centre, Dunfermline. KY12 7QU

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