This site uses cookies to improve your experience. By using this site, you accept our Privacy Policy.
banner
Role Detail

Volunteer Drivers - Thanet

Kent Coast Volunteering

Drivers needed from all areas of Thanet for long and short trips to take out people who are unable to get to hospital and medical appointments themselves.

Detailed Description

Drivers needed from all areas of Thanet for long and short trips to take out people who are unable to get to hospital and medical appointments themselves. This may be due to age, disability or no public transport available. Shopping and social trips undertaken too. Drivers are reimbursed 50p a mile.; Details provided on contact

Activities you will be doing

Community Work,Driving (must have full driving license),Support Work

What skills are required for this role

Listening, UK Driving Licence, Talking To Others

Why these skills are required

Must have own car and full UK driving licence with minimal penalty points. Must also be willing to undertake a DBS check (police check) and provide 2 character references. Patience and empathy would be useful qualities.

What is in it for you

Our clients are mainly elderly, disabled and or socially isolated members of the community, and are immensely grateful that our scheme exists. Volunteer drivers provide a valuable lifeline, and an element of befriending for our members. There is an immense feeling of satisfaction knowing you have helped someone in this situation, and can also help to combat any loneliness the volunteer may have experienced.

Time Commitment

Completely flexable

CT10 2QQ

The Transport Office is based in Deal, but drivers should live in the Thanet area, to provide transport for our Thanet members. We need drivers in Ramsgate, Margate, Broadstairs, Birchington Westgate on Sea, and the Villages. There are also driving opportunities in Dover, Folkestone & Hythe.

N/A

20

Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18 and over
We Welcome
Anybody who has a car, and is legally able to drive it, we welcome people who have disability cars