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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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Social Volunteer/Driver

As a social volunteer you will be part of the current volunteer team workingalongside the peer support staff and will be supporting the charity in. activities such as coffee meets, social evenings at the Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit (QENSIU). We hold other events such as, the annual BBQ at Castle Semple and other outings and also taking part in fundraising events alongside the team.
Key Responsibilities
To provide practical support to the staff and work alongside current volunteers on the team
Attend social activities to assist and help with planning.
Promote our services and free membership to patients and members

Experience required

Be a good communicator. Be non-judgmental and able to respect individuals’ disability, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
Be outgoing, friendly, approachable, patient and sensitive.
The charity requires and will apply for a Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with vulnerable adults. The charity will apply for this on your behalf.
Promote the values and ethos of Spinal Injuries Scotland

Travel details

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Glasgow

Support
Training details

Full induction & training
We cover out of pocket expenses.
Regular training and flexible remote working arrangements
Relevant training and development of skills
The opportunity to make a real difference.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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