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Volunteering Opportunity: VO104142

  • Book Champion (Dunfermline and Dysart)
    with Furniture Plus Ltd.

    Created/last updated: 29/04/2026


    About this opportunity:Furniture Plus provides affordable furniture to people in Fife through their Dysart and Dunfermline stores, supporting the community and the environment by reducing waste and encouraging reuse
     •  They are looking for Book Champions to organise their book donations and take charge of the book section of the stores in Dunfermline and Dysart The main tasks include: • Sort book donations • Price and display books for sale • To ensure the book section is well-presented, clean and tidy at all times This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys books and reading to put their knowledge to good use and make a difference to your community
     •  Volunteers can acquire skills, knowledge and confidence as part of a dynamic team of staff and volunteers
     •  If this is what you are looking for, get in touch with Furniture Plus today
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:16
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:They provide a full induction (Health & Safety). Each volunteer will be partnered up with a fully experienced member of staff to begin with, and there will always be a named contact on hand to provide support.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Travel expenses are paid at 10p per mile for walking, 24p per mile for a motorbike, 45p per mile for driving and full payment for bus tickets.

    Experience required:Furniture Plus are happy to receive volunteers who are willing and keen to learn new skills, whilst growing confidence, meeting new people, have fun and feeling part of your local community. A passion and knowledge for books, an ability to organise, and an understanding of the value of books would be appreciated.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Informal Chat; Trial Period

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsCastle Industrial Centre, Queensferry Road, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 8NT 7 - 21 Alexander Street Kirkcaldy, KY1 4QQ

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