Volunteer Car Driver - Sheffield

EMED Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community transport service is seeking a Volunteer Car Driver in Rotherham to provide safe and reliable transportation for vulnerable patients to medical appointments. No prior experience is needed. Ideal candidates will have a caring attitude, a valid driving license, and access to a 4-door car. This role is crucial for supporting local community health efforts and offers a flexible volunteer opportunity.

Benefits

50p per mile reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunity to make a positive impact

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Access to a 4-door car.
• Friendly and empathetic demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments.
• Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

Volunteer Car Driver – Sheffield (Patient Transport Volunteer Driver). Based in Sheffield, EMED Group seeks volunteers to provide safe and reliable transportation to vulnerable patients for medical appointments. No prior experience is required; just a caring attitude, a 4- to 5-door car, and some spare time.

Posting details

• Posting date: 25 September 2025
• Salary: Not specified
• Additional salary information: Negotiable
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 25 September 2026
• Location: Sheffield, S66 9HU
• Company: NHS Jobs
• Job type: Temporary
• Job reference: E0473-25-0020

Summary

As a Volunteer Car Driver, you will join our Patient Transport Service in your local area, helping patients access essential medical appointments. You will be a friendly, reassuring presence during their journey. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and community support. A 4- to 5-door car is required, and all care is provided on a volunteer basis.

Benefits

• 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
• Opportunity to make a tangible difference in your local community
• Be part of the EMED Volunteer Team
• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
• Opportunities to connect with new people

Other duties include

• 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
• Volunteer autonomously while having the backing of a supportive team

What we’re looking for

• A valid driving licence (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 (e.g., use of a smartphone)

Please note: This role is subject to regulatory pre-employment checks. You may be asked to provide details of your full employment history if invited to interview. Your HMRC record, downloadable from the Government Gateway, may help you prepare this information when required.

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, take responsibility, and act with integrity.
• Empowered: We are confident and committed to delivering high-quality service.

About Us

EMED Group is the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with more than 3,000 colleagues across 60 depots. We merged ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical and rebranded to EMED Group, continuing to develop transport services that support patient care and community wellbeing. We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion and are committed to treating all employees, patients, service users, and clients with dignity and respect.