Marie Curie
Volunteer Companion - Fife
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Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference for someone who is approaching end of life?
Become a Companion Volunteer and offer the one thing that matters most — your presence.
Whether it’s sharing stories, chatting about life, playing some music or sitting beside someone, your time can bring warmth, comfort and connection to someone who truly needs it. Sometimes, just being there is everything.
As a Companion Volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support and conversation, help people express what matters most to them, share helpful information. You may also support family members or carers, both before and after bereavement.
You’ll receive full training and ongoing support from the Marie Curie team, and you’ll be joining a community that cares as deeply as you do. We’ll never ask you to do anything you’re not comfortable with.
Where you’ll be making a difference:
We’re currently welcoming companion volunteers across Fife locations either as a regular visitor in a person’s home, care home or in hospital.
Volunteers are particularly needed in:
- Dunfermline
- Glenrothes
- Kirkcaldy
You’d be a great fit if you’re:
- A good listener with a kind, open heart
- Non-judgemental and friendly
- Emotionally steady in sensitive moments
- Able to give around three to four hours a week
- Comfortable using email and completing a short visit report
In return, you’ll gain:
- A deep sense of purpose and human connection
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A warm and welcoming volunteer community
- Recognition and appreciation for your time
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses each month
- The chance to make a lasting difference in someone’s life
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You’ll need to be 18 or older, complete a short online application, and provide two non-family references.
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For more information on this role, please contact Sara Murray at companionscotland@mariecurie.org.uk or call on 07753 268855
Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last.
When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.
Marie Curie’s Commitment
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
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Our Values
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.
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