Volunteer Driver - West Calder
When We Need You
From 01/09/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteer drivers required with own vehicles to transport people to and from their homes in West Calder to our Sheltered Development - Stewart Court in West Calder. They may also assist the manager to organise the social activities of the day.
Work within the Association's policies and procedures
Availability
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Flexible
About Bield Housing & Care
Bield have been providing housing and care for older people throughout Scotland since 1971.
The Volunteer section promotes and develops the involvement of volunteers within Bield. This includes co-ordinating volunteer recruitment and offering support to both staff and volunteers.
Restrictions
Drivers must hold a valid Driving Licence, up to date MOT Certificate and have Business Insurance
Requirements
Completed paperwork, e.g. Application Form, PVG Scheme Record, references.
Training and Induction Details
Induction Training
Induction Day Required
Ongoing Training
Regular support is given by an individual member of staff. You will receive an induction into your place of volunteering and the tasks you undertake, and be offered an initial four visit trial period. Other relevant training may be undertaken where appropriate.
Qualifications
No qualifications are necessary, but a full driving licence required which includes Business Insurance. We are looking for volunteers who are interested in working with older people.
No qualifications are necessary. We are looking for volunteers who are interested in working with older people.
Work Type
Drivers
Client Group
Elderly
Expenses Detail
Mileage of 45p per mile up to 15 miles from the scheme - 30 miles in total per visit. Volunteers complete an Expenses Claims Form, have this approved by their line manager, and Bield pay by BACS. Trains, buses are reimbursed in full.
Frequency & Commitment
A regular commitment eg. two hours per week or fortnight or at set periods throughout the year as agreed with your Volunteer Line Manager. Maximum of 6 months commitment
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Reference Code
VMP Ref: 1662
Contact Details
79 Hopetoun Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH7 4QF
Contact: Gwen Gilholm
Tel: 01506 872 786
Email: StewartCourt-S@bield.co.uk
Website: http://www.bield.co.uk
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Stewart Court Sheltered Housing Development
Stewart Street
West Calder
Scotland
EH55 8EZ
