Volunteer Driver

Volunteer Driver

Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/month · Starting from 17 Sept 2024
Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
DrivingBefriendingSocial contact
People with disabilitiesOlder peopleWellbeing
3 Good health and well-being10 Reduced inequalities17 Partnerships for the goals
Applications closing in 9 months.
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Summary

Love driving? Make a difference by helping blind and partially sighted people get to local activities—enjoy good company while exploring your area!

Detailed description

Driver Volunteer – Make a Difference in Your Community!

Love driving? Use your skills to support blind and partially sighted people by driving them to local activities. Enjoy great conversation while exploring your local area and making a real difference.

Where?

Stoke Poges

What will you be doing?

  • Driving people to BucksVision social groups and activities.
  • Providing sighted guiding when necessary.

Skills and experience needed:

  • Friendly, professional, reliable, and punctual.
  • Able to work independently.
  • Full driver’s license, valid MOT, and proof of insurance.

What you’ll gain from this role:

  • The chance to make a meaningful difference.
  • A sense of purpose and fulfilment.
  • Build confidence and improve wellbeing.
  • Experience working with people with sight loss.
  • Build wonderful friendships with members and other volunteers

What support will be provided:

  • Full induction and training, including sight loss awareness and sighted guiding.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Travel expenses covered.
  • Continuous support from your Volunteer Manager and local volunteers.

Requirements:

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check (working with adults), as you’ll be supporting vulnerable people one-on-one.

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

Getting there

Applications closing in 9 months.
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