Volunteer Driver

As a Volunteer Driver, you will help to give additional support to the families we work with by providing safe, comfortable and reliable transport, enabling them to travel safely to healthcare appointments, school and to other activities. The role may include

• Providing transport for families to and from home or hospital appointments, according to their specific needs

• Providing transport to enable families to attend Rainbow Trust support groups

• Transporting siblings to and from trips or activities at school or with other providers, as and when required

Why the Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week

Skills

• A confident, calm and patient driver

• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds

• Experience of interacting with children and young people

• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances

• Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour

• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality

• A full driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years, and use of your own vehicle is required for this role

•  All ages from 21 onwards are welcome