Description

Our Christmas volunteers will assist in providing transport to and from the venue on Christmas day. Pickups from 10.30am (depending on location) and drop offs will start at 3pm.

This role will involve interacting with people aged 18 plus through providing a memorable day for so many on a day that can be extremely challenging.

What will I be doing?
• Providing transport to Care Experienced people to and from the venue in Glasgow on Christmas day
• Helping Care Experienced people connect and have fun
• Helping Care Experienced people feel relaxed and comfortable attending the event
• Ensuring Care Experienced people feel safe getting to and from the event.

The venue is in Glasgow however, our members will be attending from across Scotland.

Organisation aims and objectives

Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only membership organisation for Care Experienced people. We support Care Experienced people to have their voice heard in a number of ways including; Independent Advocacy, Advocacy Helpline, Participation and Campaigning.

Availability

1 day on Christmas day with training taking place in December

Restrictions

Experience required: What skills can I bring to this role? • Ability to work well with people and in a team • Good communication and listening skills What qualities do I need? • To have a non-judgemental approach to people, have empathy • Be enthusiastic, flexible, and committed • Reliable and approachable • Friendly, helpful, and understanding • Reliability and a commitment to treat all information in a confidential manner • To have a good value base, be open minded and level-headed
Travel details: All pre-approved expenses will be reimbursed. Mileage expenses at 45p per mile
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel expenses reimbursed and mileage at 45p per mile
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet