Colchester Tea Party Driver

Colchester Tea Party Driver

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Posted by Volunteer Essex

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Bring smiles, stories, and company to someone\'s Sunday.

As a tea party driver, you\'ll help bring older guests to life\'s sweetest gatherings - our monthly tea parties!

You\'ll collect guests from their homes, enjoy the drive and a good natter along the way, and make sure everyone gets home safely afterwards.

Each month, a different volunteer host in Basildon kindly opens their home for a friendly get-together filled with tea, cake and good conversation. You\'ll be part of a small, welcoming team that includes other drivers and a group coordinator - all there to make the afternoon special for our guests.

Our tea parties usually last around two hours on a Sunday afternoon, but the joy and friendship they bring can last so much longer.  For many older people, these gatherings are a lifeline - a chance to reconnect, share stories, and feel part of the community again.

What skills do I need?

Our tea party drivers are the friendly faces who help make the magic happen every month. You\'ll make sure older guests get to and from the tea parties safely - but you\'ll also bring so much more than that: reassurance, conversation and connection.

You just need a kind heart, a safe pair of hands, and a love of good company.  

Here\'s what you\'ll be doing:

  • Giving a quick call - checking in with guests to make sure they\'re still able to attend
  • Joining in the fun - helping serve refreshments, chatting to guests and making sure everyone feels welcome
  • Keeping in touch with your group coordinator - so they know when you\'re available

Location

This opportunity is available Countywide.

Posted for Re-engage

Posted by Volunteer Essex

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When is this role available?

When: 08/03/2026 - 03/01/2027

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

You\'ll be needed once a month on a Sunday afternoon, but don\'t worry if you can\'t do every month, we can be flexible.

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.

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