Volunteer Car Driver

Integrated Care System; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Integrated Care System as a Volunteer Car Driver and connect with your community by supporting patients in need. This fulfilling role involves providing safe transport to essential appointments, ensuring they receive timely medical care. No previous experience is needed—just a compassionate attitude and a vehicle.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Valid driving license with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Friendly and empathetic demeanor.
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car.
• Basic IT skills (such as using a smartphone).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Job description

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

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 fulfillment 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 license with no more than 6 penalty points
• A friendly and empathetic demeanor
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car
• Alignment with our organization's values
• Basic IT skills (such as using a 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: We work as one team with a shared purpose to meet the needs of our patients, passengers, colleagues, and communities.
• Agile: We listen, learn, and adapt to improve the business, each other, and ourselves.
• Reliable: We do what we say we will do, take responsibility, and behave with integrity.
• Empowered: We are confident and committed to delivering the highest quality service.

About Us

The exciting merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled us to rebrand as EMED Group. We are the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with over 3,000 colleagues across 60 depots. Our ambition is to continue developing transport services that improve health and wellbeing in local communities by providing transport that supports patient care, community support, mental health, and medical courier services.

Job responsibilities

As a Volunteer Car Driver, you will:

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations
• Foster positive relationships within the community
• Enjoy the autonomy of volunteering independently with support from a team

Please note that this role is subject to regulatory pre-employment checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and you may need to provide your full employment history. Your HMRC record, available via the Government Gateway, may assist in preparing this information.

Person Specification

• A valid driving license with no more than 6 penalty points
• A friendly and empathetic demeanor
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car
• Alignment with our organization's values
• Basic IT skills (such as using a smartphone)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check due to the nature of the role, which involves working with vulnerable individuals.