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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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Tea party driver

Our tea party drivers are a vital part of the Re-engage team.

Tea parties provide a lifeline of friendship for our older people, and the regular, warm, friendly chats and companionship provide a vital link with the outside world from which they have become isolated. Drivers take older people to the parties and stay with them to enjoy the get-together. Over time, drivers and older guests get to know each other well and together you will spend many hours full of fun, laughter, and stories.

As a tea party driver, you liaise with your group coordinator and take older guests to and from the tea parties each month. Staying at the tea party is part of your role, so it’s much more than being a driver.
Tasks include:
Driving one to two older guests using your own car to a tea party venue and returning them home again after the event .


Staying at the tea party to help with conversation and serve refreshments.


Liaising with the group coordinator to confirm which older guests you will pick up.


Informing the group coordinator of any safeguarding concerns or issues you might have.


Following all guidance in your driver training modules to ensure that the tea parties are enjoyable, appropriate, and in line with our charitable aims.


Travel details

You will need to have a full, clean, driving license. You will also need to check that you are covered by your regular motor insurance policy to do this role.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Frequency & commitment
Around 2 hours one Sunday a month

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