CHARITY PATRON CHAPERONE/DRIVER VOLUNTEER
We are looking for a Chaperone Driver to transport and accompany our charity's patron and guide dog to and from events.
Using your own car, you will be coordinatingtravel arrangements for the charity’s patron with Head of Fundraising prior toour community and fundraising events.
Our events are primarily located inthe Southeast of Essex (approximately 15 events per year)
You will engage directly with ourcharity’s patron to confirm pick up time, duration and location of event and returntime for each event.
You will be expected to assist ourpatron in and out of the vehicle, enabling her guide dog to accompany her in thevehicle.
You will then chaperone our patronthroughout the duration of the event and be a friendly support during the timeyou are with her.
You will need to report anyconcerns or changes in planning prior to or on the day of the event to Head ofFundraising / a Fundraising Officer.
· Undergo the volunteer recruitment process including an informal interview,two references a DBS check and volunteer agreement.
· Undergo the Volunteer Induction and Mandatory Training Session includingonline learning at home.
· Undergo a role specific local induction on the first day of volunteeringwith their team and staff in charge.
· To complete any relevant training for the role as identified by theVolunteer Coordinator and Team Manager
· Update training annually
MAIN DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:
· Responsible for transporting the charity’s patron to and from events usingyour own car (collection/return to Westcliff on Sea address)
· Ensure the care and wellbeing of the charity’s patron when travelling toand from events, as well as throughout the duration of the event
· To be aware of the needs and movements of the charity’s patron
· To report any concerns with Head of Fundraising and/or a fundraising officer
· Taking part in appropriate training and development activities
· Participate in team meetings as and when.
· Notify staff if you are unable to attend your regular session
· Ensure Health and Safety regulations are adhered to in line with TrustLinks Health and Safety policy
· Ensure Safeguarding requirements are met in line with Trust Links Safeguardingpolicy and escalate concerns about the wellbeing of service users toappropriate staff members
· Raise any issues affecting members with appropriate staff member
· Feedback to staff relevant information relating to members’ progress andindependence
Skills
· Empathy and listening skills
· Love of animals, especially guide dogs and happy to have a dog in your car
· Commitment to the role
· Physically able to support another person
· Excellent communication and people skills
· Commitment to self-development
· Willingness and commitment to undertake further training and development
* Volunteers covered by insurance
yes on Trust Links premises but not in own car
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 15/02/2024
End Date: 15/02/2026
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Availability Details
Days and Hours required: 4 hour shift – On average once a month. Some of our events are in the week and some on weekends. This is a flexible role.
Location
Growing Together Westcliff
47 Fairfax Drive
Westcliff-on-Sea
Essex
SS0 9AG
Royal National Institute of the Blind (RNIB)
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