Volunteer Driver - South West Area
Rainbow Trust, Swindon
Volunteer Driver - South West Area
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Rainbow Trust, Swindon
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 22 Mar | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: a41065fb943e4f95ae59541fb596f3d6
Full Job Description
- Providing transport for families to and from home or hospital appointments, according to their specific needs
- Providing transport to enable families to attend Rainbow Trust support groups
- Transporting siblings to and from trips or activities at school or
- with other providers, as and when required
A confident, calm and patient driver - Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
- Experience of interacting with children and young people
- An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
- Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
- A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding professional boundaries and confidentiality
- A full driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years, and use of your own vehicle is required for this role
- All ages from 21 onwards are welcome
Most of our drivers support us flexibly on a weekly, bi- weekly or monthly basis, depending on the needs of the family. - Times can vary between 8am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, depending on appointment times, but there is flexibility depending on the needs of the
- family and your availability
- To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available for the next 12 months Training and Support
- A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
- You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
- Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
- Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
- All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions Why choose Rainbow Trust?
- We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
- Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
- The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
- A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers' Week
- We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/volunteer-driver-south-west-area-124804730
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