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  • Christmas Day Driver
    with Who Cares Scotland (This is not a Fife-based organisation).

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101320 - Created/last updated: 04/09/2024



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    About this opportunity:Who Cares? Scotland are looking for volunteers who can help Care Experienced people who may feel lonely and isolated this Christmas.

    Their Christmas volunteers will assist in providing transport for Care Experienced people in Fife to and from a venue in Glasgow on Christmas day. Pickups from 10.30am (depending on location) and drop offs will start at 3pm. Your role is to help Care Experienced people connect and have fun, as well as feel relaxed, safe and comfortable getting to and from the event.

    This role will involve interacting with people aged 18 plus and will provide a memorable day for so many on a day that can be extremely challenging.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Volunteers will be provided with an induction, Child Protection and information session as well as support and communication with their volunteer lead and event lead.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Mileage expenses will be reimbursed in January at 45p per mile.

    Experience required:No specific requirements for experience were provided by the organisation.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsTransporting Care Experienced people from various locations in Fife to and from venues in Glasgow.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

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