IT WILL be the challenge of a lifetime for a brave Alloa care worker who is preparing to jump out of an aeroplane to raise money next week.

Brenda Paterson, who works with Seamab children's charity at Rumbling Bridge, is taking a tandem skydive on Tuesday, June 27, at Fife Airport – despite describing herself as being “absolutely terrified”.

The local woman, who has worked with the organisation for more than 10 years, said: “I decided I wanted to get involved with the skydive because working with the children at Seamab every day, I know just what the money we’re going to raise will mean to them.

“They are really special kids who deserve all the support we can give them to help them build a future that is much better than their past.

“I always go to great lengths to make sure the children have the best care, however this time I want to go to great heights - even though I am absolutely terrified.”

Seamab cares for and educates children between the games of five and 13 who have complex needs due to experiences of abuse, neglect, trauma and loss.

The skydive challenge is called 'Jump for Joy!' - Joy being one of the colourful Sea Changer characters which form the charity's logo.

Joanna McCreadie, chief executive at Seamab, added: “We are incredibly proud of Brenda and all our skydivers.

“Because they are all involved in the children’s care and learning experiences, they understand how much they need the specialist service which Seamab provides to help them heal, grow and learn.

“The work they do every day is inspirational, and plays a huge part in helping the children learn to cope with what has happened to them in the past, and move towards a brighter future.

“The fact that they want to go the extra mile by taking on a massive challenge to raise funds shows just what committed, caring individuals they all are.”

To donate to the fundraiser, visit justgiving.com/fundraising/seamabjumpforjoy