Volunteer Car Driver - Abingdon

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

Job summary

A local patient transport service is seeking a Volunteer Car Driver to assist vulnerable patients with transportation to medical appointments. This role requires a valid driving licence, access to a 4-door car, and a caring demeanor. Volunteers will enjoy flexible hours and the opportunity to make a real difference in the community. Join our compassionate team and help enhance patient care through reliable transportation.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Induction and ongoing support

Opportunity to connect with new people

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car.
• Alignment with our organisation’s values.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency medical appointments.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.
• Provide safe and reliable transportation and support to patients.

Skills

Empathetic demeanor

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Driver to join our team based in Adington. As a Patient Transport Volunteer Driver, you will be a vital part of our Patient Transport Service in your local area. Your commitment will help vulnerable patients access essential medical appointments on time with ease and comfort. Our volunteer team is a diverse group united by a shared desire to make a positive difference in their communities. As a volunteer, you’ll be the friendly face patients rely on during their journey to appointments, providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives. No prior experience is necessary — just bring a caring attitude, a 4- to 5-door car, and some spare time. Flexible hours are welcome, from early morning to fits around your schedule.

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

We are looking for Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Adington, Oxford. Responsibilities include:

• Drive patients to non-emergency medical appointments
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations
• Foster positive relationships within the community
• Enjoy the autonomy of volunteering independently while having the backing of a supportive team
• Provide safe and reliable transportation and support to patients during their journey
• Act as a friendly, reassuring presence for patients and carers

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 (e.g., use of a smartphone)

About us

Benefits can include:

• 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
• The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community
• Be part of our 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 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 delivering the highest quality service.

About EMED Group

The merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled rebranding; the combined business is 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 health and wellbeing by supporting patient care, community support, secure mental health, and medical courier services.

Job responsibilities

As a Volunteer Car Driver, you will support the local Patient Transport Service by ensuring timely access to medical appointments for vulnerable patients. You will play a key role in being a dependable source of safe transport and reassurance throughout their journey.

Other duties include:

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations
• Foster positive relationships within the community
• Maintain independence while being supported by the volunteer team

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 organisation’s values
• Basic IT skills (e.g., use of a smartphone)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This role may include regulatory pre-employment checks and, if invited to interview, you may be asked to provide details of your full employment history. Your HMRC record, available to download from the Government Gateway, may help you prepare this information when required.

About Us

EMED Group is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and to promoting dignity and respect for all employees, patients, service users, clients, and communities. We aim to be representative of all sections of society and to create an inclusive workplace.