Description
Drivers are asked to transport members to and from various activities held at LDVG and on outings and group activities to various events and destinations. The driver will drive the group’s wheelchair accessible minibus and work with an appointed escort (if required). We also transport for care homes, school activities, for individual members of the public and for external hires from other community groups in the area. Passengers may be frail; elderly; children or other vulnerable people. Volunteers need to be between 25-70 years old with a clean; current driving licence. We now have 4 minibuses for hire or self-hire, 2 of our new buses can be driven on a standard car licence.
Organisation aims and objectives
Larkhall and District Volunteer Group is a voluntary organisation and our aim is to promote the health and wellbeing of the community in Larkhall and surrounding areas. To meet these aims our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work hard to provide services, activities and volunteering opportunities for all members of the community. Our services include, providing transport, call line, handyperson and we operate 7 lunch clubs in the area. We also offer a variety of activity groups for Gardening, Crafts, I.T., Genealogy, Walking, Exercise, Tea Dances, Football and Veterans groups.
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Hours can vary dependent on needs of the organisation.
Restrictions
Experience required: Preferably would have experience driving larger vehicles, must have a current driving licence, with no more than 8 penalty points. (Drivers with points will be considered on a case by case basis). Must also be patient and understanding with good with people.
Travel details: This volunteering takes place in SOUTH LANARKSHIRE The minibus is based in Larkhall. Trips are generally within the ML9 area, but travel further on occasion.
Minimum age: 25
Support
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Expenses are paid. Mileage rate is 45p per mile for using own vehicle to/from picking up minibus.
Support:
Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet