Volunteer Driver - Leigh on Sea

Volunteer Driver - Leigh on Sea

Posted for Blind Veterans UK

Posted by Volunteer Essex

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Can you help transport our blind veterans from their homes to Colchester Garrison\'s Church on a Friday daytime, fortnightly?

The Community Choir, provides crucial social interaction for our veterans who can often feel isolated or lonely. It’s our members’ chance to get together, meet other people, have a sing along and have a good old chat.

Our volunteer transport team is essential in helping our blind veterans get from A to B. This role is ideal for someone who is a confident driver and can make our members feel at ease along the journey. It’s simple: arrange pick up, let the veteran know the journey details, take them to the destination, and help them enter and exit the vehicle.

Volunteers must be over the age of 21 and have held their license for 2+ years. You will need to have your own car, but we will cover all reasonable expenses. The role can be flexible around your other commitments, but we ask that you are reliable and punctual for our veterans. And it’s important to mention that choir takes place fortnightly on a Friday between 10am and 12pm.

You will be fully trained and supported so you feel comfortable and confident in your volunteering.

What skills do I need?

Full driving licence.

Location

This opportunity has no specific location e.g. can be carried out anywhere.

Posted for Blind Veterans UK

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 induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When is this role available?

When: 27/05/2025 - 31/12/2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Friday fortnightly.

Register your interest

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

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