voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Driver (Rosyth) Volunteer Opportunity No. VO89989 - Created/last updated: 13/06/2022 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | To provide supported and safe transportation for older people in the community to events and social cafes using your own car. Link Living offers befriending services to people aged 65 and over who reside in west fife and are socially isolated. Main tasks:- Provide Transport for member to and from cafe Keep project worker informed of availability and issues that may arise provide assistance to older people getting in and out of vehicle Maintain confidentiality provide annual vehicle insurance policy and MOT documentation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | We provide a volunteer handbook and training in various topics relevant to the role e.g. first aid, confidentiality, safeguarding | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - 45p per mile | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | You should have access to a car, business insurance and a clean current driving licence.
You will be friendly and approachable, dependable and trustworthy. An ability to maintain confidentiality is essential while understanding the need to share information/concerns with paid (Assistant) Project Workers as required. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | LinkLiving policy not to have volunteers under age 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; Other; PVG membership required; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | Yes: You're welcome to come along to the cafe (by arrangement) and see what it's like. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Rosyth Park Gate Community Centre , Rosth | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |