Volunteer Driver - Hitchin

Volunteer Driver

Hitchin

Brainkind have a network of services across the UK that support people with acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions. Our neurological centres, residential homes, hospitals, and supported living services across the UK are there to help people wherever they are in their journey.

Why volunteer with Brainkind?

If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling volunteer experience, where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of others, Brainkind is the perfect place for you. By joining us, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive and inclusive family, dedicated to creating positive change.

About the role:

As a volunteer driver with Brainkind you will be supporting employees within the organisation, helping them to make a positive impact. You will be contributing to the smooth and efficient running of our services.

This role would require you to be an experienced and competent driver. Minibus driver volunteers will need to have a driving licence which has category D1 which entitles them to drive vehicles with between 9 and 16 passenger seats.

You must have a full UK driving licence and car insurance covering you to undertake the role. If you do not have these skills, then please do contact us to talk about other opportunities.

Volunteers who drive minibuses, are required to have an up-to-date MiDAS certificate. The cost of this assessment is paid for by the organisation.

As a Volunteer Driver you will provide reliable, safe transportation and help people to access services and activities within in the community.

Key activities may include:

•       Transporting individuals to and from appointments and activities in a timely and safe manner

•       Ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers during transportation

•       Maintaining a clean and well-maintained vehicle for transportation purposes

•       Communicating effectively with the people we support and employees

•       Following all traffic laws and regulations whilst driving and assisting passengers

•       Supporting individuals with embarking and disembarking from the vehicle as needed

•       Reporting any issues or concerns to appropriate employees promptly

•       Maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of individuals

How often we would like your support:

We hope you will volunteer 3 - 6 hours a week, but all our roles are flexible to suit you.

What we hope you will bring to the role:

•       A friendly and supportive approach

•       Reliability and trustworthiness

•       Effective communication skills

•       Be able to read a map/sat nav and plan a route

•       An understanding of the importance of working within guidelines and always report anything of concern to a supervisor

What you can expect from us:

We want to provide a volunteering environment that is inclusive, stimulating, friendly and supportive. As part of our commitment to you we will:

•       Ensure you have a clear idea of what your role involves

•       Make sure you have all the training you need

•       Ensure you feel appreciated and respected

•       Provide you with regular support

•       Ask for feedback and provide you with opportunities to help shape our future

•       Celebrate your successes and recognise your contribution

•       Resolve any concerns or complaints promptly and fairly

•       Reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses

Some of the benefits to you:

•       Gain valuable experience and skills

•       Make a real difference

•       Join a supportive and welcoming community of volunteers and employees that celebrate diversity and individual differences

•       Make new friends and feel connected

•       Build your confidence and improve your own wellbeing

•       Enhance your CV and future job opportunities

More information about volunteering:

In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this profile, all Brainkind volunteers should be aware of their specific responsibilities:

•       Demonstrate a commitment to undertaking relevant checks, training, and following all Brainkind’s policies and procedures

•       Adhering to health and safety and fire regulations and cooperate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety

•       Promoting a positive attitude towards diversity and inclusion

•       Demonstrating a commitment to Brainkind’s aims, objectives and core values

•       All volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information, including following data protection regulations, to protect those that we support

To join our friendly team please press Apply Now.

**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **

*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*

Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It’s a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.

volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information, including following data protection regulations, to protect those that we support