Volunteer mini-bus driver

CACE - Cumbernauld Action for Care of the Elderly
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Join us in our mission to reduce loneliness and isolation!

CACE is a vibrant charity in Cumbernauld that supports individuals across Cumbernauld, Kilsyth, Croy, the Northern Corridor and surrounding areas. We are looking for compassionate, friendly and reliable individuals to join our team of volunteers.

Come and gain skills and experience that will enhance your CV, all whilst improving lives, reducing loneliness and connecting communities.

Our volunteers primarily support over-65s to reduce loneliness and isolation, build confidence and improve lives. As a volunteer driver, you will be tasked with collecting our service users from their doors to various locations and back home again. These could be:
-Our office where all of our activities run from.
-Community outings.
-Special events in the community for our service users.
-Working with local community groups to assist their day-to-day operations.

At CACE we are committed to supporting our volunteers to empower and improve outcomes of our service users. To support you in volunteering with us you will receive:

Comprehensive training – currently we offer MiDAS training

Regular support and supervision

Fun volunteer social activities

Additional volunteering opportunities

Your role will include:
• Providing safe, reliable transport for patients to and from activities and outings.
• Offering a friendly and supportive presence during journeys.
• Coordinating with the Transport Coordinator to schedule journeys and plan routes.

Whether you’re looking to change your career, give back to the community or looking for something to do during retirement, we have hours that can fit around you.

You will be supported by the Engagement and Development Lead and Transport Coordinator during your time as a volunteer.

So, to find out more, hit the apply button below. Or for more information, you can email us on info@careatcace.com

If you're interested, please click the ‘apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the Engagement and Development Lead, Stewart by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, please phone Stewart on 01236 451 393 or 07876 771 510 or email stewart@careatcace.com or info@careatcace.com

Experience required

A full and clean drivers licence
D1 on your drivers licence
Experience driving a bus or mini-bus is desirable but not required
Have patience and understanding
Interested in working with and supporting older people

I want to volunteer