Volunteer Driver

As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments. Your role is simple yet profoundly impactful: providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives. No prior experience is necessary - just bring your caring attitude. There are no set shifts or required hours, however we do have a preference for weekend availability, although not set in stone. You simply let us know your availability, and well schedule pick-ups accordingly. Its fully flexible and based on when you're free. What benefits can you expect? • 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses • The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community • Be a part of our excellent EMED Volunteer Team • Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support • Opportunities to connect with new people Other duties include: • Drive patients to non-emergency appointments • Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services • Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations • Foster positive relationships within the community What happens after you apply for this opportunity After you apply, a member of our team will contact you to go through a simple screening process to learn more about your background, discuss the role in more detail and give you an opportunity to ask questions about the role. If its a good fit, well invite you to a face-to-face meeting where well check your car, review your documents and explain the next steps. From there, well arrange your training, help you complete a DBS check and make sure youre confident and ready to begin. Job description Job responsibilities As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments. Your role is simple yet profoundly impactful: providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives. No prior experience is necessary - just bring your caring attitude. There are no set shifts or required hours, however we do have a preference for weekend availability, although not set in stone. You simply let us know your availability, and well schedule pick-ups accordingly. Its fully flexible and based on when you're free. What benefits can you expect? • 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses • The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community • Be a part of our excellent EMED Volunteer Team • Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support • Opportunities to connect with new people Other duties include: • Drive patients to non-emergency appointments • Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services • Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations • Foster positive relationships within the community What happens after you apply for this opportunity After you apply, a member of our team will contact you to go through a simple screening process to learn more about your background, discuss the role in more detail and give you an opportunity to ask questions about the role. If its a good fit, well invite you to a face-to-face meeting where well check your car, review your documents and explain the next steps. From there, well arrange your training, help you complete a DBS check and make sure youre confident and ready to begin.