Driver - Newcastle Hospice

We are looking for volunteer drivers to join our Marie Curie Hospice team in Newcastle and assist patients with getting to and from appointments.  By collecting patients from their homes and bringing them to the hospice and then ensuring they get home safely, you will have a key role in the team.  

As part of our team, you’ll:

  • Collect patients from their homes on a prearranged day and time and bring them to the hospice
  • Return patients back home at the end of the day services session, out-patient appointment or discharge from ward
  • Ensure patients gain safe entry to their home
  • Refer all medical, social and personal problems expressed by patients to staff
  • Help with other related tasks when necessary.

Apply Now: Volunteer Driver - Marie Curie - Newcastle Hospice

Skills

  • Driving Licence
  • Access to own vehicle
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Reliability and a sense of responsibility
  • Knowledge of the local area
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality 
  • An understanding of the needs of those affected by end-of-life care issues

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    Minimum 18 years. No maximum.
  • DBS check required
    Enhanced Check required.
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed, including travel at 45p per mile for personal vehicle use. Claims can be submitted monthly, and payments are made directly to volunteers at the end of each month.
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    Ongoing support, well-being resources and lots of other information available to all volunteers
  • Training provided
    Full Training provided.
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 22/11/2024

End Date: 31/03/2026

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Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Please speak with the volunteer Manager about a day and/or time of day that is most suitable for you.


Location

Marie Curie Hospice,
Marie Curie Drive,
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE4 6SS

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