Driver - Mini Bus

Volunteer role:

RNIB based

Country:

England

English region:

South West

We require drivers to take our blind and partially sighted residents out on trips these may be shopping trips locally or day trips further a field.

Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS) training will be available if required.

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check.

What will I be doing?

Driving the RNIB mini bus as and when required. Assisting residents in and out of mini bus if required

What skills can I bring to this role?

  • Clean and full driving licence (D1 licence)
  • MiDAS training certificate (provided by RNIB)
  • Aged 21+
  • Good communication skills

What qualities do I need?

You should be friendly, outgoing, patient, and confident, with a natural empathy for blind or partially sighted people, some of whom have additional disabilities.

When will I be needed?

Flexible, as and when needed.

Location

Location and distance of trips will vary departing and returning to Kathleen Chambers House, 97 Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 2PG

What will I gain from the role?

  • A sense of satisfaction
  • New experiences.
  • Friendship
  • New skills

What support will I be given?

  • Induction
  • Understanding Sight Loss training
  • Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed
  • Support from the Volunteer Activities Organiser

How do I apply?

To apply for this role, please complete and return the


If you would like the application form in a different format (such as standard print, large print, braille or audio) or if you have any general enquiries, please contact the Volunteering Team on 0845 603 0575 or 01733 37 54 50 or email volunteering@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 8 January 2013

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