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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 Volunteer - Falkirk

Who Cares? Scotland are looking for volunteers who can help Care Experienced people who may feel lonely and isolated this Christmas. Our Christmas volunteers will assist in providing transport to and from the venue on Christmas day. Pickups from 10.30am (depending on location) and drop offs will start at 3pm.

This role will involve interacting with people aged 18 plus through providing a memorable day for so many on a day that can be extremely challenging.
Who Cares? Scotland is a people organisation. We invest in our people, our relationships and in a positive working culture. It’s important to us that our volunteer team is included, involved and motivated to change society.

We aim to recruit people with excellent qualities from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our mission. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with care experience.


What will you be doing?
• Providing transport to Care Experienced people to and from the venue in Glasgow on Christmas day
• Helping Care Experienced people connect and have fun
• Helping Care Experienced people feel relaxed and comfortable attending the event
• Ensuring Care Experienced people feel safe getting to and from the event


Experience required

• Ability to work well with people and in a team
• Good communication and listening skills
• Have a non-judgemental approach to people and have empathy
• Be enthusiastic, flexible, and committed
• Reliable and approachable
• Friendly, helpful, and understanding

Travel details

Pick-ups from across Scotland to SWG3 in Glasgow.

Travel expenses

45p per mile for mileage expenses.
All pre-approved expenses reimbursed

Date

25 December 2024

Support
Training details

Induction, child and adult protection and role specific training will be provided.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
Full, clean driving license and business insurance.

Availability
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
Christmas Day only (Wednesday)

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