Health & Care Volunteer (Ayrshire)

• British Red Cross

• VO98734

We are looking for volunteers who live in Ayrshire and are able to volunteer at least 4 hours per week from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

• Are able to drive and have use of a vehicle, this is preferred if providing outreach support but not essential. If you will be driving for this role you need to have held a full driving licence for at least 2 years which allows you to drive in the UK.

• Have good communication and conversational skills.

• Are warm, friendly and able to empathise with others.

• Are reliable and passionate about making a difference to the lives of vulnerable people.

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must undergo an Enhanced PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check.

Are available to undertake approximately 11 hours of required e-learning modules and Zoom training sessions in the first few months of volunteering plus other plus further developmental service specific trainings as required.

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must undergo an Enhanced PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check.

Please apply directly via the British Red Cross link

Experience required

Driving preferred, but not essential as long as able to travel as required across Ayrshire.

Travel details

Travel expenses will be paid

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Support

Training details

Approximately 11 hours of initial training. Mainly online and via Zoom

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Frequency & commitment

4 hours per week between Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm

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