We are looking to recruit a pool of volunteers to support the minibus Driver as an escort when collecting and taking home Thrive’s gardening clients from Basingstoke Railway Station. Please note this is NOT a driving role and is open to people who do not hold a driving licence
Some of the tasks you may be involved in are:
Supervise clients boarding and disembarking the bus (no lifting required)
Ensuring seat belts are worn by all passengers
Ensuring baggage is secured before journeys commence
Become familiar with routes to assist the driver
General supervision of clients whilst travelling
Assist the driver and passengers in the event of
an emergency.
Skills
A helpful, sensitive and perceptive disposition
Flexible approach with an ability to work under own initiative and a part of a team
Awareness or experience of, working with people with disabilities
Ability to grasp and convey information clearly
A sense of humour
Willing to provide support as required
Details
- Accessibility
Not applicable for this role - Age restrictions
Not suitable for under 18s - DBS check needed
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
Regular volunteer meetings. A review meeting with your named contact at least once every six months. - Recruitment Process
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
Training in relation to health and safety and any other training relevant to tasks we ask you to do - Volunteer induction
We will support you with a full introduction to the tasks you need to do - Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
8.30am to 10am, 3pm to 4.30pm Volunteer for for as many shifts as you would like to do. We expect this to be a shared role between a pool of volunteers.
Location
The Geoffrey Udall Centre
Beech Hill
Reading
Berkshire
RG7 2AT