Job summary Voluteer Role - Unpaid position Join our dedicated Patient Experience and Voluntary Services Team andmake a real difference in your community. We are looking for compassionate andreliable volunteer drivers to help deliver essential medication and equipmentdirectly to patients homes, ensuring they receive the care they need when theyneed it. This role is vital in supporting patients who may be unable to collectitems themselves, helping improve their experience and wellbeing. You'll be apart of a friendly and supportive team committed to providing outstandingservice. You will need: Afull, clean driving license and access to a reliable vehicle. Abilityto travel across Barnsley and occasionally to other local sites. Goodcommunication skills and a caring attitude. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed, and full training will beprovided. If you want to give back to your community and play a key role inpatient care, wed love to hear from you! Main duties of the job VolunteerDrivers play a crucial role in supporting patient discharge and continuity ofcare by delivering urgent medications and equipment directly to patientshomes. This service helps reduce delays in discharge and supports the Trustscommitment to excellent patient experience and efficient patient flow. Afull UK driving license and safe driving skills. Reliabilityin collecting and delivering items at scheduled times (typically 4pm and 6pm, Monday to Sunday) Abilityto handle confidential and sensitive items with discretion. Willingnessto adapt to changing schedules or requirements. Calmresponse to unexpected situations (e.g. delays, emergencies, route changes) Clear,polite, and professional communication with patients, carers, and staff Commitmentto upholding the Trusts values and behaviours Presentableappearance, wearing name badge and uniform Abilityto work both independently and as part of a team Willingnessto undertake mandatory and role-specific training By joiningour voluntary services team, you'll make a real difference to patients andtheir families, ensuring they receive essential care promptly andcompassionately. You'll be part of a supportive team, gain valuable experience,and help improve patient wellbeing in your community. Mileage expenses arereimbursed, and training is provided. About us BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Goodby the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in thedelivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the bestPlace to Work Wescored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork,compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey,the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promisethe promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience ofworking in the NHS for everyone Weare proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong andsustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our localcommunities Therehas never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at paceand a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation BarnsleyHospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fairtreatment to all applicants Forindividuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advertto check your eligibility, please note that band 2 roles are no longer eligiblefor sponsorship Thecost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will onlybe met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction Pleasenote we reserve the right to close positions early Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Volunteer Driver Please refer to the attachedJob Role Outline for full details of the role andresponsibilities. SupportingDocuments Please refer to thevalues-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Volunteer Driver Please refer to the attachedJob Role Outline for full details of the role andresponsibilities. SupportingDocuments Please refer to thevalues-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Person Specification Experience Essential - Skills and Attributes Essential Able to drive safely, follow road laws, and maintain vehicle standards (fuel, oil, tyres, etc.) Reliable in collecting and delivering items at scheduled times. Handle confidential and sensitive items with discretion. Willing to adapt to changing schedules or requirements. Able to respond calmly to unexpected situations (e.g. delays, emergencies, route changes, etc.) Clear, polite and professional when interacting with patients, carers, and staff. Dedicated to upholding the Values and Behaviours of the Organisation Familiar with, and adhere to, the policies and procedures of the Trust, and their area of work Willing to undertake training, including mandatory and role specific training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required. Clean, smart and of a presentable appearance, wearing name badge and uniform at all times. Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative. Responsive to patients from different cultures, backgrounds and religious faiths. Able to communicate clearly and effectively with both patients/carers/members of the public and staff. Will adhere to the principles of patient confidentiality. Able to exercise discretion when working in sensitive situations. Able to work under the supervision and direction from the ward nursing team and the Voluntary Services Coordinator Expected to contact the Ward and the Voluntary Services Coordinator for any unplanned absence e.g. sickness Qualifications Essential Full UK driving licence Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department. Person Specification Experience Essential - Skills and Attributes Essential Able to drive safely, follow road laws, and maintain vehicle standards (fuel, oil, tyres, etc.) Reliable in collecting and delivering items at scheduled times. Handle confidential and sensitive items with discretion. Willing to adapt to changing schedules or requirements. Able to respond calmly to unexpected situations (e.g. delays, emergencies, route changes, etc.) Clear, polite and professional when interacting with patients, carers, and staff. Dedicated to upholding the Values and Behaviours of the Organisation Familiar with, and adhere to, the policies and procedures of the Trust, and their area of work Willing to undertake training, including mandatory and role specific training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required. Clean, smart and of a presentable appearance, wearing name badge and uniform at all times. Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative. Responsive to patients from different cultures, backgrounds and religious faiths. Able to communicate clearly and effectively with both patients/carers/members of the public and staff. Will adhere to the principles of patient confidentiality. Able to exercise discretion when working in sensitive situations. Able to work under the supervision and direction from the ward nursing team and the Voluntary Services Coordinator Expected to contact the Ward and the Voluntary Services Coordinator for any unplanned absence e.g. sickness Qualifications Essential Full UK driving licence Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website