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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

About this event

We are looking for volunteers who can help Care Experienced people who may feel lonely and isolated this Christmas by driving them to an event in Glasgow and back on Christmas Day.

Volunteering details

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.

What will I 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.


The venue is in Glasgow however, our members will be attending from across Scotland.


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

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

All pre-approved expenses will be reimbursed. Mileage expenses at 45p per mile

Travel expenses

Travel expenses reimbursed and mileage at 45p per mile

Date

25 December 2024

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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