Volunteer Car Driver

Emed Group; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major patient transport service is seeking Volunteer Car Drivers to support vulnerable patients in accessing medical appointments. As a volunteer, you will provide safe and reliable transportation, offering comfort and support during challenging times. No prior experience is necessary, but you need access to a 4-door car and a friendly demeanor. Join a compassionate team and make a real difference in your local community.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunities to connect with new people

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to foster positive relationships within the community.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.

Skills

Friendly and empathetic demeanour

Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

Tools

4 door car (minimum)

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Keynsham and Burgess Hill, Sussex. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join us as a Patient Transport Volunteer Driver and become a vital part of our Patient Transport Service in your local area. Your commitment will ensure that vulnerable patients can access essential medical appointments on time with ease and comfort. Our volunteer team is a diverse blend of individuals united by a shared desire to make a positive difference in their communities.

As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments. Your role is simple yet profoundly impactful: providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives. No prior experience is necessary – just bring your caring attitude, a 4-5 door car, and some spare time. Whether you're available from the crack of dawn or prefer flexible hours that fit around your schedule, every contribution counts. By volunteering, you will experience the fulfilment of giving back to your community and supporting the NHS.

Join our growing team of compassionate volunteers who are dedicated to enhancing patient care and making a real difference in people’s lives.

Main duties of the job

Drive patients to non-emergency appointments and coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations. Foster positive relationships within the community and enjoy the autonomy of volunteering independently while knowing you have the backing of a supportive team.

What we're looking for

• A valid driving licence with (no more than 6 penalty points)
• A friendly and empathetic demeanour
• Access to a 4 door (minimum) car
• Alignment with our organization's values
• Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

About us

What benefits can you expect?

• 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
• The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community
• Be a part of our excellent EMED Volunteer Team
• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
• Opportunities to connect with new people

Our Values: Collaborative, Agile, Reliable, Empowered. About EMED Group: The exciting merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled us to rebrand; as a combined business we are now known as EMED Group. We are the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with more than 3000 colleagues across 60 depots. Our ambition is to continue developing transport services that improve health and wellbeing by providing transport that supports patient care, community support, secure mental health and medical courier services.

Note: Please be aware that this role will be subject to several regulatory pre-employment checks, and you may be asked to provide details of your full employment history should you be invited to an interview. HMRC records may be requested to help in preparing this information when required.

Person Specification

Experience

• A valid driving licence with (no more than 6 penalty points)
• A friendly and empathetic demeanour
• Access to a 4 door (minimum) car
• Alignment with our organization's values
• Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.