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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.
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
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
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