Volunteering

Volunteer Van Driver

For Dementia Support

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What is a Van Driver Volunteer?

We require volunteers that are confident category B drivers to drive our Sage House van within various locations in West Sussex and Hampshire and have the physical ability to set up the awning.

At each venue the volunteer will support our Wayfinder's by making refreshments and handing out leaflets.

What does it involve?

• Carry out basic vehicle checks before using the vehicle and completing paperwork in relation to its condition
• Drive the vehicle to a variety of locations within West Sussex and Hampshire
• Assist with setting up at each location by putting up the awning so that our Wayfinder’s can carry out customer appointments or our fundraising team can use as a central hub for handing out leaflets
• Meet and greet people as they arrive and offer them refreshments
• Talk to people and give out leaflets in relation to the services we provide
• Assist with packing up and dissembling the awning at the end of the day before returning to Sage House
• Restock the vehicle with refreshments and leaflets for the next trip
• On returning to Sage House, ensure the vehicle is plugged in to recharge the onboard battery-operated machinery, ready to use the following day

What are the Benefits?

• Being part of a friendly and dedicated team
• Meet and interact with new people
• Gain new experience
• Great personal satisfaction through making a real difference to Sage House, our customers living with dementia and the wider community

Training:  You will have the opportunity to attend Dementia Supporter Awareness Training.

Skills

This volunteer will suit someone who

• is a confident category B driver and has the physical ability to assist with attaching the awning to the van.
• has a friendly and enthusiastic manner and enjoys driving

Previous experience of driving a van of 2,920 kg is a plus

About Dementia Support

Dementia Support welcomes people living with dementia, their families and carers to enjoy a variety of sessions and activities at the Sage House Hub.

Details

• No - DBS check required
• Yes - Equality and Diversity Policy
• Yes - Expenses reimbursed
• Yes - Health and Safety Policy
• Yes - Is it fully accessible
• Yes - Ongoing support
• No - Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
• No - Suitable for Under 18's
• Yes - Training provided
• Yes - Volunteer induction
• Yes - Volunteer Policy
• Yes - Volunteers covered by insurance
• Yes - Written role description

Availability

To be agreed depending on the volunteer availability. This volunteer role may be between 4 – 6 hours depending on location. Please register your interest in this volunteer opportunity so that days and times can be arranged.

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