Larkhall and District Volunteer Group (LDVG) are looking for volunteer drivers who can help support clients to and from their non-emergency appointments to the local GP surgery or Hospital. Volunteers would drive our new electric Nissan Leaf car or use their own car to transport the patient from their home, to their appointment before assisting them in returning home again. Passengers may be frail, elderly, children or other vulnerable people. Volunteers will need to have 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.

Our tea party drivers are a vital part of the Re-engage team. Tea parties provide a lifeline of friendship for our older people, and the regular, warm, friendly chats and companionship provide a vital link with the outside world from which they have become isolated. Drivers take older people to the parties and stay with them to enjoy the get-together. Over time, drivers and older guests get to know each other well and together you will spend many hours full of fun, laughter, and stories. As a tea party driver, you liaise with your group coordinator and take older guests to and from the tea parties each month. Staying at the tea party is part of your role, so it’s much more than being a driver. You will need to have a full, clean, driving license, and a PVG. You will also need to check that you are covered by your regular motor insurance policy to do this role. Tasks include: • Driving one to two older guests using your own car to a tea party venue and returning them home again after the event . • Staying at the tea party to help with conversation and serve refreshments. • Liaising with the group coordinator to confirm which older guests you will pick up. • Informing the group coordinator of any safeguarding concerns or issues you might have. • Following all guidance in your driver training modules to ensure that the tea parties are enjoyable, appropriate, and in line with our charitable aims. No experience necessary however we are looking for drivers with the following skills and attributes: • Organised • Good conversational skills • Considerate driving ability • Ability to navigate to new addresses • A friendly, and empathetic approach • Patience and understanding of supporting older people • Basic computer literacy (including the ability to use emails) This is a flexible, voluntary role that can easily be fitted in around your own lifestyle and availability.

The purpose of the role of Volunteer Minibus Driver is to safely provide transport services to the local community to allow them to access East Kilbride Town Centre. You will drive our 9-seat minibus, equipped with accessibility lift for mobility equipment, on designated routes and/or to local events with the support of our Project Team. The volunteer will:- - Follow a planned route within the East Kilbride Locality to the Town Centre to ensure a smooth and professional service. - Provide a bus service from community hub in the town centre to local events put on by our Project Teams. - Safely operate the accessibility lift and assist passengers appropriately onto the bus. - Assist passengers to board and disembark safely. Awareness of good vehicle maintenance, and reporting issues promptly to the office team. - Complete paperwork for each shift, including vehicle safety checks and mileage records.

To collect food donations from local stores and deliver to Hillhead Community Centre

Apply now to volunteer at a Kiltwalk event in 2024! Join our fantastic team of Kiltie volunteers and help support thousands of walkers as they take on Scotland’s ultimate walking challenge and fundraise for a charity close to their heart. Sunday 28th April – Glasgow Kiltwalk Sunday 2nd June – Aberdeen Kiltwalk Sunday 11th August – Dundee Kiltwalk Sunday 15th September – Edinburgh Kiltwalk With a selection of roles to choose from, there really is something for everyone! See our walkers off at the start line, welcome them across the finish line or help them recharge at one of our Pit Stops. You can also provide support on the route by cheering and directing walkers. You can do this on foot, by cycling or by driving – we have options to suit all. Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 145,000 people taking part since 2016. The kind-hearted Kiltwalk community have taken big strides for charities close to their hearts and together with The Hunter Foundation, have managed to raise a staggering £42.5 million to date. All funds raised have been distributed to 3,330 Scottish Charities. Our walkers rely on the encouragement and motivation they receive from our volunteers and many report that this is what ultimately gets them across the finish line. Be part of a feel-good event, soak up the Kiltwalk atmosphere and meet like-minded people. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience in the events industry. It truly is a rewarding day!

We are looking for volunteer drivers from across the North-East to transport already contained small wildlife casualties from veterinary practices and members of the public to our wildlife rescue centre in Ellon. There is no obligation to be available or carry out a pick up, it is completely on your own time and availability. We follow a simple system: - We work our way down our volunteer driver list for an area - If you are free we give you the details of where to pick up - You pick up the contained animal (i.e. boxed or in a carrier) and drive it to our wildlife rescue centre. If you are interested please send us an email and we will email you a form to fill in, this includes your rough availability and areas you are happy to cover. Again there is no obligation to be available, if you're not free simply cut off our call. Please note you use your own vehicle at your own risk and we normally cannot cover fuel costs unless it is an exceptional journey/distance.

We are looking for drivers for our people carrier and mini bus. Drivers will pick up in and around Barrhead and Neilston on a Thursday afternoon (1 - 4.30 pm) to bring our members to Afternoon Tea at Barrhead Resource Centre. Drivers for people carrier must have a full clean driving license and drivers for minibus must have the same but also D1 on license.

This service is designed to assist residents of Clackmannan, Kennet & Forestmill to stay as independent and connected as possible by helping people get to their appointments; meetings; gatherings; and/or collecting shopping, all within a 10-mile radius of Clackmannan and the Forth Valley Royal Hospital. They need a minimum of eight (8) volunteer drivers who have: their own car; a clean driving licence; valid MOT; and would be willing to take business insurance; and have a PGV check carried out (cost of which will be met by the group). They pay mileage at 0.65p per mile.

Would you be willing to help people access essential services and social activities in Angus? Could you be a volunteer driver? We are looking for drivers who can help us provide a volunteer driver service to assist service users to access school, appointments, meetings and access community activities as requested by Voluntary Services. The main tasks involve: • Safely transporting service users including young people, older people and people with disabilities • Assisting people in and out of the car • Helping people to their front door • Assisting with bags • Maintaining appropriate boundaries in relationships • Maintaining confidentiality • Taking responsibility for ensuring car seats are appropriate for car and child being transported. You will need to be: • A confident driver • Willing to use your own vehicle and have business insurance cover • Enjoy meeting people • Show empathy, patience and reliability • Availability 2-3 hours daily • Be comfortable working on own initiative but know when to seek support We are looking for volunteers who can offer 2-3 hours per week with a minimum period of 6 months commitment. Induction training is mandatory and includes confidentiality, personal safety, protecting people, lone working, communication skills and values. Other training may be offered, such as manual handling, dealing with difficult behaviour, working with people with disabilities. A PVG will be required.

Marie Curie was a scientist who discovered radium and polonium, contributing to finding treatments for cancer. This work continues to inspire our charity's mission to help people and their families living with a terminal illness make the most of the time they have together by delivering expert care, emotional support and research. Marie Curie care for more than 40,000 terminally ill people in the UK a year. The services we offer include providing Nursing care in people’s own home including emotional support. Across the UK we have nine hospices which provide specialist care and support, in Scotland these are located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Our support teams help anyone affected by terminal illness, online and over the phone. Whether someone needs practical support caring for their loved one, or emotional support once they’ve died, our teams are here to help. Support our busy fundraising teams by delivering fundraising materials in your local community. This may also involve picking up money from supporters and helping to bank the money. Positive attitude, organised, heart for the community, responsible, confident driver with a valid driving license.