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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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Community Bus Driver

The Community Transport Scheme is designed to meet the transportation needs of Maryhill and the surrounding communities.

Our goal is to offer an affordable and reliable transportation service to the community. We provide a pick-up service on behalf of Safe-til-Six Afterschool Care, transporting primary school children from local schools who attend the after-school program.

In addition, we assist with various other services, such as providing transportation for local community groups on day trips.


The duties are as followed: (Training will be provided)


· Work to scheduled pick up list as directed by Transport Services Team Leader.
· Perform safety check on the minibuses each time before operation and refuel the vehicle as needed.
· Assist passengers in getting on and off buses and work with the designated escorts.
· Drive the minibus in a safe manner following traffic regulations.
· Follow policy guidelines should an accident occur.
· Complete all relevant paperwork and make sure it is returned to the appropriate person.
· Carry out general maintenance i.e. (oil, bulbs, water checks etc.)
· Be available for any training relevant to the post.
· You will require to be checked under the PVG scheme to comply with regulatory bodies such as Care Inspectorate.


If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org.


Experience required

Must be 21yrs or over (for Community Central Hall Insurance Purposes) with a minimum of two years driving experience and hold a category D1. A clean driving license preferred with a good knowledge of North Glasgow and surrounding areas. Experience with passenger lifts preferred but training will be given.

· Clean Driving Licence
· D1 Entitlement
· Over 21 with minimum 2yrs experience
· General maintenance and vehicle cleaning experience
· Good personal presen

Travel expenses

All expenses paid.

Dates

25 February - 24 August 2025

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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