Volunteer Car Driver

Emed Group; Hereford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare transport service based in Hereford is seeking a Volunteer Car Driver. In this role, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for patients to non-emergency appointments, assisting them during challenging times. No prior experience is needed, and you can choose hours that fit your schedule. Join a supportive team making a difference in local communities while driving your own car.

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.
• A friendly and empathetic demeanour.
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments.
• Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.
• Enjoy autonomy while supported by a team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

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Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Driver to join our team based in Hereford.

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
• Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services
• 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

Requirements

• A valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• A friendly and empathetic demeanour
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car

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 3,000 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

• 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 — we work as one team with a shared purpose to meet the needs of our patients, passengers, colleagues, customers, communities, and the planet. Agile — we listen, learn and adapt to improve the business, each other, and ourselves. Reliable — we do what we say we will do, we take responsibility and we behave with integrity. Empowered — we are confident and committed to taking responsibility to deliver the highest quality service.