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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Christmas Day Driver

Volunteering details

Who Cares? Scotland are looking for volunteers who can help Care Experienced people who may feel lonely and isolated this Christmas.

Their Christmas volunteers will assist in providing transport for Care Experienced people in Fife to and from a venue in Glasgow on Christmas day. Pickups from 10.30am (depending on location) and drop offs will start at 3pm. Your role is to help Care Experienced people connect and have fun, as well as feel relaxed, safe and comfortable getting to and from the event.

This role will involve interacting with people aged 18 plus and will provide a memorable day for so many on a day that can be extremely challenging.

Experience required

What skills can I bring to this role?
• Ability to work well with people and in a team
• Good communication and listening skills
• Full, clean driving licence

What qualities do I need?
• To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy
• Be enthusiastic, flexible, and committed
• Reliable and approachable
• Friendly, helpful, and understanding
• Reliability and a commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner
• To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed

Travel details

Transporting Care Experienced people from various locations in Fife to and from venues in Glasgow.

Travel expenses

Mileage expenses will be reimbursed in January at 45p per mile.

Date

25 December 2024

Support
Training details

Volunteers will be provided with an induction, Child Protection and information session as well as support and communication with their volunteer lead and event lead.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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