Volunteer Driver
Hosted by: Bassetlaw Action Centre
Opportunity Description: We transport Bassetlaw residents who are unable to access public transport. The scheme is mainly used by registered clients to go shopping, visit friends or attend appointments.
We have different roles available for volunteer drivers. Any amount of time you can give to the scheme is very much appreciated. Journeys vary from an hour or so on the car scheme to a full day if driving the minibus and everything in between.
Community Car Scheme Driver – drive your own vehicle
We transport Bassetlaw residents who are unable to access public transport. The scheme is mainly used by registered clients to go shopping, visit friends or attend appointments.
Accessible Minibus and MPV Driver – drive our vehicles
We have our own accessible vehicles which are driven by volunteers.
Clients with mobility issues or who need to travel in a fixed wheelchair can use our accessible MPV to get to appointments, go shopping etc…
Our accessible minibus runs regular day trips with pick ups across Bassetlaw to destinations such as garden centres, markets and seaside towns.
We have different roles available for volunteer drivers. Any amount of time you can give to the scheme is very much appreciated. Journeys vary from an hour or so on the car scheme to a full day if driving the minibus and everything in between.
Community Car Scheme Driver – drive your own vehicle
We transport Bassetlaw residents who are unable to access public transport. The scheme is mainly used by registered clients to go shopping, visit friends or attend appointments.
Accessible Minibus and MPV Driver – drive our vehicles
We have our own accessible vehicles which are driven by volunteers.
Clients with mobility issues or who need to travel in a fixed wheelchair can use our accessible MPV to get to appointments, go shopping etc…
Our accessible minibus runs regular day trips with pick ups across Bassetlaw to destinations such as garden centres, markets and seaside towns.
Type of Activity: Community Work, Driving
Areas of Interest:
Skills:
Who we are looking for: We have different roles available for volunteer drivers. Any amount of time you can give to the scheme is very much appreciated. Journeys vary from an hour or so on the car scheme to a full day if driving the minibus and everything in between.
Requirements: Will require a Criminal Record Check (DBS), Driving License, Own vehicle or have access to a vehicle
Suitable for: Long Term Commitment, Short Term Commitment
Practical considerations: Legitimate volunteer expenses are paid in all roles on a monthly basis in line with HMRC guidelines. A small amount of paperwork needs to be submitted on a monthly basis and volunteers are provided with the necessary
documents to support this.
documents to support this.
Recruitment method: Application Form, Informal Discussion, Police Checks, References
Expenses details: Yes
Induction Arrangments: yes
Insurance Cover: yes
Training: all training will be given