Volunteer Driver
Demelza [DD]
Volunteer drivers to assist families with important journeys across Kent, East Sussex and South East London
Do you enjoy driving and want to find a fulfilling way to give back to your community? Our volunteers help transport children, young people and families to medical appointments, to the hospice buildings for day care and short breaks, and to activities they may not normally have been able to attend. If you enjoy driving and want to make a difference as a volunteer, apply today! Our driving role is flexible: No minimum or maximum amount of support required Sign up to undertake journeys that fit with your schedule Use your own car, or one of the Demelza cars, wheelchair accessible vehicles and a minibus that volunteers can use. Opportunity to undertake qualifications to drive Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles 🤝 Requirements: Full valid drivers licence held for 2 years and aged over 21 Right to work in the UK Confident driving for extended periods of time – some of our journeys can be quite a distance Enhanced DBS check, references and training course for volunteering with families must be completed with Demelza before starting
Driving (must have full driving license)
UK Driving Licence, Talking To Others
Volunteer drivers have to be confident in driving in various areas using wither their own vehicle for which expenses will be paid, or using a Demelza vehicle. Extra training will be provided for driver larger wheelchair accessible vehicles and for strapping in wheelchair passengers. Driver often are a listening ear for families so patience is a bonus
Meeting other volunteers Occasional events Extra training Being part of a great team of volunteers
Ad hoc as and when a volunteer can help
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South East London and central London Kent East Sussex
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