Volunteer Driver
OFFERED BY:
The Toy LibraryLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Chris Firth Cottages Norwich Gardens Bulwell Nottingham NG6 8GGHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
As part of our non-emergency staff drivers service you will be helping to provide vital help for Nottingham's most in need new parents. Our family mentors are among the most friendly group of staff in the city care team. The role will be varied and will involve taking staff to residents homes across Nottingham city.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
ROLE: Volunteer Car Driver – The Toy Library
ROLE PURPOSE: Volunteer Car Drivers are required to transport Family Mentors to and from home visits as Part of the HIF Project by using their own vehicle from their home to the Room to Play Hub and return.
Collect, drop off and return Family Mentors from room to play to HIF clients residential addresses and return
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Volunteer and Employability Manager
TASKS AND ACTIVITIES
3. Training To undergo appropriate training relevant to the
role. This will be discussed on a successful
application. The tasks and activities listed are intended as a summary and may be varied from
time to time in consultation with the volunteer concerned.
The role description is intended to clarify the tasks and activities of the volunteer and
is for the benefit of all concerned. It does not form the basis of a contract of
employment.
Volunteer Person Specification
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
1. Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
2. Business vehicle insurance
(nearly all insurance companies offer this for free if you are volunteering)
3. Valid MOT certificate and Road tax
4. Good overall health
6. To be able to work using own initiative
7. Patience and empathy
8. Good communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of working with people
2. Awareness of health and safety
Working Pattern: The number of days and hours will be negotiated with applicant
Opening Days and Times:
Potential days and times to be agreed: Monday through to Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm
Driving times: 9am – 4.30pm tbc
ROLE PURPOSE: Volunteer Car Drivers are required to transport Family Mentors to and from home visits as Part of the HIF Project by using their own vehicle from their home to the Room to Play Hub and return.
Collect, drop off and return Family Mentors from room to play to HIF clients residential addresses and return
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Volunteer and Employability Manager
TASKS AND ACTIVITIES
3. Training To undergo appropriate training relevant to the
role. This will be discussed on a successful
application. The tasks and activities listed are intended as a summary and may be varied from
time to time in consultation with the volunteer concerned.
The role description is intended to clarify the tasks and activities of the volunteer and
is for the benefit of all concerned. It does not form the basis of a contract of
employment.
Volunteer Person Specification
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
1. Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
2. Business vehicle insurance
(nearly all insurance companies offer this for free if you are volunteering)
3. Valid MOT certificate and Road tax
4. Good overall health
6. To be able to work using own initiative
7. Patience and empathy
8. Good communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of working with people
2. Awareness of health and safety
Working Pattern: The number of days and hours will be negotiated with applicant
Opening Days and Times:
Potential days and times to be agreed: Monday through to Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm
Driving times: 9am – 4.30pm tbc
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
1. Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
2. Business vehicle insurance
(nearly all insurance companies offer this for free if you are volunteering)
3. Valid MOT certificate and Road tax
4. Good overall health
6. To be able to work using own initiative
7. Patience and empathy
8. Good communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of working with people
2. Awareness of health and safety
Essential
1. Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
2. Business vehicle insurance
(nearly all insurance companies offer this for free if you are volunteering)
3. Valid MOT certificate and Road tax
4. Good overall health
6. To be able to work using own initiative
7. Patience and empathy
8. Good communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of working with people
2. Awareness of health and safety
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? No
Age Restrictions:
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?
3 working days
How long to complete training and recruitment?
1 day induction and ongoing training
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