Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People
14 Aug 2024 ·
Van Drivers Mate Volunteer
Whilst you start at our hospice in Lark Rise, you will be travelling the vibrant landscapes of the East Midlands, where every mile driven fuels our support for our babies, children, young people and their families. Last year our van drivers and mates covered over 18,700 miles, showing just how vital a link they are between the hospice and our retail shops. Your role in supporting the delivery of our donations directly contributes to raising valuable funds crucial for our hospice's work.
Skills:
Age:
18 - 100
When:
Weekdays
Where:
Onsite
Time Commitment & Restrictions
Monday-Friday; Minimum 4 hours a week between 8:30am-12:30pm or 1pm-5pm.
Must be over 18 years old
Must be willing for a standard DBS check to be processed (Rainbows will do this)
Must be physically fit due to heavy loads and stairs
Typical tasks the role could involve:
- Load and Deliver: Dive into the action by helping load goods and donations onto the vehicle at the hospice and offloading them at our shops, ensuring every item finds its rightful place. This may require use of a Sat Nav system which will be provided but our drivers mostly know where they are going!
- Corporate Crusader: Join forces with our corporate fundraising team with collections from local businesses as part of our 'Where's it bin?' scheme or collecting sizeable donations to bring back to the hospice at Lark Rise.
- Ultimate Unloader: Wrap up each trip by assisting with the offloading of goods back at the hospice, leaving no item behind.
- Logger of Information: Ensure regulatory compliance by diligently completing essential paperwork such as mileage logs and petrol card forms, proving that even the smallest details are handled with precision.
Will it suit me?
Are you a people person and doesn’t mind a bit of travel? If so, then being a part of the volunteer van drivers team could be perfect for you. Whilst it is desirable you have a driving license, it is no problem if you don’t. You'll be supporting our volunteer drivers, keeping each other company, and helping with loading and unloading the vans. Become an essential part of our fundraising and retail efforts, whilst having fun and making new friends.
Monday-Friday; Minimum 4 hours a week between 8:30am-12:30pm or 1pm-5pm.
Must be over 18 years old
Must be willing for a standard DBS check to be processed (Rainbows will do this)
Must be physically fit due to heavy loads and stairs
Typical tasks the role could involve:
- Load and Deliver: Dive into the action by helping load goods and donations onto the vehicle at the hospice and offloading them at our shops, ensuring every item finds its rightful place. This may require use of a Sat Nav system which will be provided but our drivers mostly know where they are going!
- Corporate Crusader: Join forces with our corporate fundraising team with collections from local businesses as part of our 'Where's it bin?' scheme or collecting sizeable donations to bring back to the hospice at Lark Rise.
- Ultimate Unloader: Wrap up each trip by assisting with the offloading of goods back at the hospice, leaving no item behind.
- Logger of Information: Ensure regulatory compliance by diligently completing essential paperwork such as mileage logs and petrol card forms, proving that even the smallest details are handled with precision.
Will it suit me?
Are you a people person and doesn’t mind a bit of travel? If so, then being a part of the volunteer van drivers team could be perfect for you. Whilst it is desirable you have a driving license, it is no problem if you don’t. You'll be supporting our volunteer drivers, keeping each other company, and helping with loading and unloading the vans. Become an essential part of our fundraising and retail efforts, whilst having fun and making new friends.