Volunteer Driver
OFFERED BY:
The Helpful BureauLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 145 - 147 Derby Road Stapleford Nottingham NG9 7ASHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
Do you enjoy driving? Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV for short)? Do you want to make a difference in your local community?
If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, why not sign up to be a volunteer driver at The Helpful Bureau? We’re always looking for more volunteer drivers to get our elderly clients from A to B. You can drive your own car or, if you’re willing to do so, use our minibus or WAV. We pay expenses
If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, why not sign up to be a volunteer driver at The Helpful Bureau? We’re always looking for more volunteer drivers to get our elderly clients from A to B. You can drive your own car or, if you’re willing to do so, use our minibus or WAV. We pay expenses
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
The Helpful Bureau is a Stapleford-based charity helping the elderly and disabled in south Broxtowe to remain safe and independent at home.
One of our busiest services is our transport service, for elderly and disabled local residents without other means of transport. This often includes vital medical and hospital appointments but can also involve helping with the weekly shop or getting people to social activities, such as our very popular Thursday lunch club. Our volunteer drivers can use their own cars or choose to drive the minibus or our Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) to get our clients from A to B. It’s a lifeline for those who would otherwise be housebound.
Benefits for volunteers include new friends, the opportunity to develop skills and gain experience, increased self-confidence, and the warm fuzzy feeling that comes from helping your local community.
One of our busiest services is our transport service, for elderly and disabled local residents without other means of transport. This often includes vital medical and hospital appointments but can also involve helping with the weekly shop or getting people to social activities, such as our very popular Thursday lunch club. Our volunteer drivers can use their own cars or choose to drive the minibus or our Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) to get our clients from A to B. It’s a lifeline for those who would otherwise be housebound.
Benefits for volunteers include new friends, the opportunity to develop skills and gain experience, increased self-confidence, and the warm fuzzy feeling that comes from helping your local community.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
A full, clean, driving licence with appropriate insurance. People wishing to drive the WAV or minibus will need a licence that covers this.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Must be old enough to drive legally.
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
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?
This will be at your own pace, but should be complete within a month.
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