One-to-One Driver
Role Overview:
Volunteer Drivers provide a vital transport service for SSW members. This role supports people to attend medical appointments safely and confidently.
What You Will Be Doing
Depending on your availability and experience, you may:
- Drive members to medical appointments in and around West Sussex, and Brighton and Hove
- Wait with members during their appointments to ensure you are available when they finish
- Drive members safely back home
- Occasionally provide support during appointments, such as note taking, if appropriate and agreed
Skills & Qualities
We’re looking for volunteers who are:
- Friendly, conversational, and helpful
- Flexible and willing to support members and the wider team
- Respectful of confidentiality
- Sensitive to the needs of people with visual impairments
Organisation & Practical Skills
- Able to manage time well and prioritise journeys
- Confident with route planning and punctuality
Requirements
- Full, clean driving licence
- Access to your own vehicle suitable for transporting visually impaired passengers, including those with limited mobility
- Willing to claim fuel and parking/toll costs from members at 50p per mile (in line with UK Government guidance)
What You’ll Gain
- The opportunity to make a direct and meaningful difference to someone’s independence
- Experience supporting people with sight loss
- Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule
- Being part of a supportive and community-focused charity
Think this could be the role for you? Join our friendly team of volunteers and help make a difference for people affected by sight loss in our community. Get in touch to find out more: email info@sswcharity.org.uk or call 01903 235782. We look forward to hearing from you!
