Volunteering Opportunity: VO104623

• Maintenance Volunteer
  with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO).

  Created/last updated: 23/03/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Do you like to work outside, maintaining property and gardens? 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 repair and maintain outbuilding, fences, sheds and the outside kitchen  •  In addition to building maintenance skills, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff  •  Come and join us!
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	16
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Induction includes a tour of the site, location of tools etc, expectations, an informal chat about STAR's vision for its environment, health & safety policy and site risk assessment. Other volunteers and staff are available for support and guidance.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - 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)
  Experience required:	Applicants should be keen, enthusiastic and adaptable. They should be able to use their imitative but also follow instructions/to do list. They should have basic DIY skills and be willing to complete repairs and maintenance of outbuildings and general environment. They should be familiar with a variety of tools and understand the importance of health & safety guidelines for themselves and others using the site.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	However, a parent or carer would need to attend or 18+
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References; Trial Period
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  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.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.