Role Title: Minibus Driver Volunteer

Responsible to: The Organiser

Hours of Work: 1 or 2 mornings per month.

Location: SOS minibus

About the opportunity:

We are looking for Volunteers to drive the SOS minibus drivers to transport the elderly and or disabled people to a variety of locations as part of our outings program or locally to Sainsbury’s in Kingston.

Benefits to volunteer:

So many people don’t have family who live close to them. We connect people who want to help, with people who need help. It’s a win, win. Those who volunteer feel more engaged with the people within their own local communities. And those people who ask us for help are able to get to appointments, see their friends and get out and about.

About Ham & Petersham SOS:

Ham & Petersham SOS is a neighbourhood care group that provides regular social activities, transport to and from medical and social appointments, regular outings, a befriending service, list shoppers and a weekly shopping bus service. We have a large team of volunteers who enable our services to run but who also have a wonderful community spirit and they are a valued part of the SOS family, but with the number of members increasing we always have a need for new volunteers.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for people of all ages with a heart for older and or disabled people. You will need to be reliable, friendly and approachable and have empathy, compassion and patience. You will need a full, clean driving license and be prepared to undergo specific training to drive the SOS minibus (there is no cost implications to the volunteer for this.) Someone who is willing to help people to stay independent.

Practical Considerations

DBS Check
Full driving licence
MIDAS training
Informal discussion
References
Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses