Volunteer Driver

What difference you will make

Helping members access the day centre in Stanmore is a lifeline. This day out can be the difference between sitting alone isolated and spending a day with others, socialising learning new skills and enjoying a hot meal in company rather than in silence at home. It improves their wellbeing immeasurably and also enables a family carer to gain much-needed respite. This is not just a journey, you can become an important part of the members life. Chatting enroute is another way to make friends. You will make people feel listened to cared about.

What additional skills or experience you should have

• A clean driving licence
• Fit and well enough to help the client access the car
• A can - do attitude
• A happy, confident and positive demeanour.
• Confidently engage with a diverse range of people and enjoy helping others.
• A strong understanding and of issues that affect people in later life.
• Reliability, consistency and dependability.
• Good conversational and listening skills with a clear speaking voice.
• Patience, empathy and a non-judgemental attitude.
• The ability to work independently but also stay within the role’s boundaries – recognising what should and shouldn’t be done and when to seek advice or report concerns.

What training we will provide for you

Training is available so volunteers can carry out their roles to the highest professional standards, develop new skills, build confidence, make new friends and take on new and increasingly responsible tasks.

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] will provide the following training, essential for this role:

• Manual handling training
• Provide you with access to a Volunteer Handbook and all Policies and Procedures.
• Provide Induction Training: Getting to know [Employer hidden], Communication & Disability Awareness, Boundaries & Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, GDPR.
• Provide on the job induction.

What you will get out of volunteering for us

Without our volunteers, we simply couldn’t function. We absolutely depend on you. Whatever your age, disability, whether you are working, unemployed or retired, there are opportunities to help at [Employer hidden].

As well as helping others you’ll get the chance to develop skills, build confidence and make new friends.

• Enhance the lives of older people, making a real difference to the Jewish Community we support.
• Be part of a great team and make new friends.
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills.
• Access to a comprehensive training programme designed for the social care environment.
• Gain valuable experience and enhance your CV

Our aim is to enable people to enjoy a first-class experience as volunteers, making the most of their skills to make an impact on the communities that [Employer hidden] serve.

Not sure which role suits you or need a little friendly help? Please contact Angie at [contact hidden] for London or Rebecca at [contact hidden] for Manchester.