Volunteer Car Driver

NHS; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare transport service in Farnborough is seeking Volunteer Car Drivers to ensure that patients can access essential medical appointments. This position requires a caring attitude, a valid driving license, and a 4-door car. Volunteers will drive patients to appointments, coordinate with dispatch, and build community relationships. This role offers a chance to give back and experience personal fulfillment as part of a supportive team.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunities to connect with new people

Qualifications

• A valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points is essential.
• Must have access to a 4 door (minimum) car.
• Empathy and a caring attitude are important.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.

Skills

Friendly and empathetic demeanor

Basic IT skills

Tools

4-5 door car

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Keynsham. 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
• Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations
• Foster positive relationships within the community
• 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 organisation\'s values
• Basic IT skills (like the use of a smartphone)

Regulatory and safety

Please note that this role will be subject to several regulatory pre-employment checks, and you will be asked to provide details of your full employment history should you be invited to an interview. Your HMRC record, available to download from the Government Gateway, may help you in preparing this information when required.

About us

The exciting merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled us to rebrand, therefore 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 the health and wellbeing for people across our local communities by providing transport that supports patient care, community support, secure mental health and medical courier services.

Benefits and values

• 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

Our commitment to equality

EMED Group is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and to treating all employees, patients, service users and clients with dignity and respect.