voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Minibus Driver Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101764 - Created/last updated: 05/11/2024 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | RVS run a community transport service throughout Fife and are looking for volunteers who will provide transport across Fif. Using their own cars, volunteers will provide transport to adults who are unable to access public transport either due to a disability or isolation. In this role the volunteer will be helping to support older people to be independent and stay connected to their communities. Volunteers transform the lives of older people, by helping to enable them to take positive steps to connect to their community and reduce their isolation. You will be driving the older people to a social club or other events. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | The volunteer will be involved with a team of volunteers and staff who will support the volunteer. Royal Voluntary Service has a training website available for all volunteers. There are also workbooks available to anyone without access to a computer. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Volunteers can claim expenses incurred travelling to and from their duties. Drivers are re-imbursed at 45p per mile, they pay public transportation rates. Volunteers can claim weekly or monthly. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | The volunteer will need to have a friendly personality with the ability to observe and identify areas of concern. They will have good communication skills, with a non-judgmental attitude towards an individual's circumstances and a willingness to ensure confidentiality.
They will need a full driving license. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Fife Wide | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |