Volunteer Driver - Hospice

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is looking for a Volunteer Driver to transport patients for appointments. The role requires a clean driving license and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. Volunteers will engage with patients while ensuring they reach their destinations safely. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while gaining experience in a supportive healthcare environment.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Out of pocket expenses covered

Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Interest in working with people with mental health conditions or physical health needs.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from appointments.
• Offer reassurance and engage in conversation.
• Report any concerns to the Supervisor.

Skills

Good listening skills

Friendly and professional approach

Job description

Go back Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Volunteer Driver - Hospice

The closing date is 31 October 2025

An exciting opportunity has come available for a Volunteer Driver to transport patients to and from appointments in the surrounding area.

The volunteer is required to work within the list of tasks identified as follows:

Provide transport for people wishing to get to appointments, This may be to access health appointments, to participate in an activity or to assist in-patients with home leave.

Offer reassurance and engage in conversation as appropriate during the journeys

• Report any concerns to the Supervisor / Service Manager.

Please note: Mileage and out of pocket expenses will be covered, proof of a clean driving licence, insurance and MOT is essential for this role.

Main duties of the job

Able to follow instructions

Tidy and methodical

To be punctual and reliable

Interest in working with people with mental health conditions and/or dementia, and/or physical health needs

Ability to communicate with a range of people with diverse needs

To adhere to the dress code for the area in which they volunteer. To aid recognition by staff, patients, service users and visitors you must wear your ID badge at all times.

Be able to work as a member of a team.

• To behave professionally and treat others with dignity and respect at all times and adhere to the principles of the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification

• Good listening skills with a warm, friendly and professional approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT