Volunteer Driver Opportunity with ApparelXchange – Help Us Make a Difference!

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Volunteer Driver Opportunity with ApparelXchange – Help Us Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about reducing the environmental impact of children’s clothing? Do you want to support a sustainable future while giving back to your community? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

ApparelXchange (AXC) is looking for volunteer drivers to help with our clothing collection and distribution efforts across Glasgow.

What You Need:
-A full, clean driving licence
-Access to a vehicle that meets Low Emission Zone (LEZ) restrictions
-Business insurance for your vehicle
-Availability for 3–4 hours fortnightly

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Following a collection schedule – coordinating with a designated AXC staff member
• Keeping to schedule – notifying us of any delays or issues
• Handling donation bins – delivering, setting up lightweight cardboard bins, and ensuring they are in visible locations
• Loading & unloading donations – safely loading clothing bags into your vehicle and delivering them to our Cadogan Street warehouse
• Following safety guidelines – ensuring safe lifting practices and maintaining good health to drive

What We Provide:
A weekly schedule of collections
• Mileage reimbursement – 45p per mile
• Volunteer induction & training – covering health & safety, manual handling, and fire procedures
• Ongoing support from our Volunteer Coordinator – ensuring you feel confident and valued in your role
• A risk assessment for safe collections and deliveries
• No passenger transport required (unless previously agreed)
• No visits to unsafe locations – your safety and that of your vehicle is our priority
• Ongoing support from our Volunteer Coordinator – ensuring you feel confident and valued in your role

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
All our volunteers are a hugely valued part of ApparelXchange. We are committed to a positive and collaborative working environment, where the expectations and behaviours of volunteers and staff are clear.

ON YOUR SHIFT YOU’LL GET

• 45p per mile
• Your lunch expenses provided up to £5 if volunteering with us over 4 hours
• Tea, coffee and biscuits in the warehouse
• Friendly support and chat from our staff and other volunteers
• Induction & Training
• Volunteer discount
• Invitation to 3 times per year volunteer celebration events

How to Get Involved:
If you’d like to be part of this fantastic initiative, please register on Volunteer Glasgow's website and click “Apply.” We’ll get back to you within 5 working days to arrange an informal chat. If you don’t hear from us, please contact Volunteer Glasgow directly.

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Experience required

Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For:
• Reliability & punctuality – ensuring collections and deliveries run smoothly
• Good communication – keeping in touch with the team about schedules and any changes
• Ability to follow instructions – adhering to AXC policies and procedures
• Basic organisation skills – managing donation drop-offs efficiently
• A friendly and positive attitude – representing AXC in a professional manner

Travel details

Here are directions to ApparelXchange's warehouse at 51 Cadogan Street, 1 Cadogan Square, Glasgow, G2 7HF:

By Public Transport:

Train: The nearest train stations are Glasgow Central & Anderston Station, approximately a 5-minute walk from the warehouse. Upon exiting the station, head east/west on Argyle Street, then turn right onto Douglas Street, and finally left onto Cadogan Street.

Bus: The closest bus stop is Marriott Hotel, Glasgow, about a 3-minute walk away. From the stop, walk east on Argyle Street, turn right onto Douglas Street, and then left onto Cadogan Street.

By Car:

From the M8 Motorway: Exit at Junction 19 and follow signs for the city centre. Continue onto Bothwell Street, then turn left onto Blythswood Street, and finally right onto Cadogan Street.
Parking:

Cadogan Square Car Park: Located at the end of Cadogan Street under the Anderston Centre, this car park offers 325 spaces. Operating hours are Monday to Saturday, 7 am to 9 pm; closed on Sundays. Hourly rates start at £3.50 for the first hour.
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On-Street Parking: Limited on-street parking is available on Cadogan Street and surrounding areas. Please be aware of parking restrictions and charges.

Important Note: As of January 29, 2025, Glasgow enforces a ban on pavement parking. Ensure you park only in designated areas to avoid fines.

Travel expenses

ON YOUR SHIFT YOU’LL GET
45p per mile
Your lunch expenses provided up to £5 if volunteer with us for over 4 hours
Tea, coffee and biscuits in the warehouse
Friendly support and chat from our staff and other volunteers
Induction & Training
Volunteer discount
Invitation to 3 times per year volunteer celebration events

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Dates

14 February - 14 August 2025

Restrictions

Minimum age: 21

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Volunteers (aged 21-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Glasgow.

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