Minibus Driver
OFFERED BY:
Portland CollegeLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Nottingham Road Mansfield NG18 4JTHow many places are on offer? 3
Purpose of Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for volunteer minibus drivers to join our friendly volunteering team for a few hours per week. You will be providing a local transport service within Mansfield and the surrounding areas, transporting people to and from campus for evening and weekend activities at the Newstart Hall.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
• Driving a number of our minibuses from 8 seaters to 16 seaters.
• Transporting people to and from pre-agreed locations to Portland College.
• Ensuring the safety of all passengers.
• Carrying out defect checks before use of the college vehicle.
• Manual handling and support for wheelchair users.
• Recording vehicle mileage before and after each trip.
• Reporting any accidents, fines, tickets etc.
• Hours may vary each week.
• All drivers must be fit and well to drive, and not under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
• Transporting people to and from pre-agreed locations to Portland College.
• Ensuring the safety of all passengers.
• Carrying out defect checks before use of the college vehicle.
• Manual handling and support for wheelchair users.
• Recording vehicle mileage before and after each trip.
• Reporting any accidents, fines, tickets etc.
• Hours may vary each week.
• All drivers must be fit and well to drive, and not under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Ideally, you will hold a category D1 licence or have previously undertaken minibus driver training, however, MiDAS training may be provided.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Must be able to drive a minibus
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? No
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs for this role
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
A couple of sessions
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes