Volunteer Car Driver - Banbury

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

Job summary

A community service organization in Banbury is seeking Volunteer Car Drivers to help transport vulnerable patients to medical appointments. No prior experience is necessary, but a caring attitude and a four-door car are required. This role allows you to make a real difference in your community while receiving mileage reimbursement and support from the team.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunity to make a tangible difference

Qualifications

• A valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Alignment with our organization's values.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.
• Provide reassurance and support during transportation.

Skills

Friendly and empathetic demeanour

Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

Tools

4-5 door car

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Banbury. 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

• 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 organization\'s values
• Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

Benefits & About us

• 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 merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has rebranded us 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.

Job responsibilities

• We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Banbury, Oxford.
• 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.
• 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
• Other duties include: 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 organization\'s values
• Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)

Policies & Checks

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.

Disclosure: 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 known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Equality & Inclusion

EMED Group is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and aims to be representative of all sections of society. We promote dignity and respect for patients, service users and colleagues.