Volunteer Driver for Petworth & Bognor Regis Area

We are currently seeking a volunteer driver to transport someone with learning difficulties from Petworth to Bognor Regis every Thursday. You would need to leave Petworth by 08:45am to ideally arrive in Bognor Regis for around 09:30am and then in the afternoon, collect around 3:45pm and return them home. You would also have the opportunity to assist with other volunteer driving on different days should you wish.

Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, reliable and regular transportation for our client on a weekly basis.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure their needs are met and they feel comfortable during transport.
• Assist clients with boarding and disembarking from vehicles as needed. • Maintain accurate records of trips and client interactions.
• Collaborate with other volunteers and staff to ensure smooth operations of transport services.

Full training will be given in all aspects of the role. This is a volunteering position; we do reimburse driving expenses at 50pence per mile when you are transporting one of our passengers. As a Volunteer at Community Transport Sussex, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to assist those in need by providing transportation services. This position is ideal for individuals looking to make a positive impact in their community while gaining valuable experience. As one of our volunteers you can also join our Employee Assistance Programme If you're ready to make a difference in your community and help those in need, we invite you to join our team of dedicated volunteers at Community Transport Sussex! 

What skills do I need?

• Strong communication skills to interact positively with clients.
• A valid driving licence is essential for all volunteer driver roles.
• Use of your own vehicle, which must be road worthy, taxed, valid MOT and insured.
• A compassionate attitude towards helping vulnerable individuals in the community.
• This role will require an enhanced DBS check. (This is a Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate enabling you to work with the elderly, vulnerable people and children. This is not a pre-requisite as we would put you through this if you did not have one. )

When do I need to be available?

Details

Thursdays to transport someone from their home in Petworth to Chestnuts Day Centre to arrive at the day centre around 09:30am and collect them to return them home around 4pm

Where does this role take place?