Minibus Driver

Aim of volunteering role: To drive our clients to and from Heads Up Somerset using the Heads Up Minibus.

Tasks:

·      To be welcoming to our clients who use the minibus.

·      To be competent and safe in driving the minibus to and from Heads Up Somerset, collecting clients from their homes, or a collection point, and/or delivering them back in the local area.

·      To carry out tasks as instructed by your supervisor.

·      To follow all instruction and training given.

Time commitment: Add hock Wednesdays and/ or Fridays. Time ranges between 45 minutes and an hour and a quarter per run. Mornings start at 9.30amand afternoons are 2.45pm or 3pm.

Where: Heads Up, Upper Breach, South Horrington, Wells, Somerset, BA5 3QG and surrounding areas.

What you need to have:

• This role has a minimum age of 25 and maximum age limit of 75, due to insurance requirements.
• You will need to be a holder of a D1 driver’s licence.
• You will need to complete an insurance declaration form.
• You will need to complete a short minibus training session.
• You will require Heads Up to carry out a DBS check for you.
• An interest in the work of Heads Up and a friendly personality.
• Flexibility and the ability to follow instruction.

Benefits to you:

• You will have that lovely warm feeling of knowing you are contributing to the charity and helping our clients improve their confidence and become more connected with their community by attending Heads Up.
• You will be part of a welcoming family of staff, clients and volunteers.
• You will receive training and be supported in your role by Heads Up staff.
• You are eligible for a volunteer reference after three months consecutive volunteering.

How to apply: Please complete the Volunteer Application Form to tell us about you. We will contact you for an informal chat to see if this role is for you and you can ask any questions. Your references will be contacted and if accepted, you will be given a volunteer health & safety induction and any appropriate training.