Tandem hire Helper

Charlotte's Tandems
VO103554

About Charlotte’s Tandems Charlotte’s Tandems lends tandem bikes to anyone with a disability or additional need, so they can enjoy cycling wherever, whenever, and with whomever they like. You’ll be joining a passionate network enabling people to experience the joy and freedom of cycling.

Role: Tandem Hire Helper

What You’ll Do:

Lend out tandems and tag-along bikes to borrowers in your local area
Manage admin tasks (loan agreements, borrower forms, evidence checks)
Tinker with bikes (basic maintenance, fitting adjustments)
Support borrowers in learning to ride and help them feel confident

When and Where:

Flexible times, arranged directly with borrowers
Mostly evenings or weekends, depending on availability
Volunteering from home

Commitment:

Flexible &mdash; ideally able to support on an ongoing basis&nbsp;(3&ndash;6 months or more)
No strict minimum hours, but regular availability is helpful to keep bikes in circulation

Volunteer Support and Benefits:

Ongoing support from experienced volunteers and the national team
Covered by charity insurance when volunteering
Opportunity to develop bike maintenance, admin, and people skills
Connect with a supportive, like-minded volunteer network
Enjoy the personal fulfilment of enabling inclusive cycling

Learn More: Full details about the charity and its mission can be found at CharlottesTandems.co.uk.

If you love cycling and want to make a real difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

To apply, click the ‘apply’ button (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator via email or phone.

If you haven’t heard back within five working days, please first contact the organisation using the provided details, and check your junk or spam folders just in case. If you still need support, feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow at info@volunteerglasgow.org.

Experience required

• Practical mindset and willingness to handle light bike maintenance (support provided)
• Organised and comfortable managing paperwork and borrower records
• Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about helping others
• Reliable and community-minded