Volunteer Driver Vale Hospice

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Many people living with a terminal illness can feel isolated or face barriers that make it hard to attend appointments that support their wellbeing. Volunteer Drivers ensure people can access essential care and stay connected to services that matter.

As a volunteer driver, you're offering more than transport - you're providing reassurance, dignity, and a friendly presence during a vulnerable time.

If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back, this role offers the chance to make a real and lasting difference. make a real and lasting difference.

Weekdays

10am - 2pm or 12 noon - 4pm

Primarily Cardiff and the Vale Hospice

Minimum 18 years of age and willing to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check - Marie Curie will cover the cost for you.

Hold a UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

• Safely drive a person to and from an appointment at our Hospice
• Assist with bags, walkers, and getting in/out of the vehicle
• Offer friendly conversation and emotional support
• Keep your vehicle clean and welcoming
• Follow road safety and care guidelines

• Friendly with a helpful manner
• A responsible driver
• Willing to help others a couple of hours each week
• Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life

• Full training, ongoing support and wellbeing support
• A friendly volunteer network
• Recognition and appreciation for the time you give
• Updates on the difference you're making
• A sense of real purpose and the chance to make a lasting difference

• Travel at 45p per mile and expenses reimbursed
• Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more

Contact our Activities Coordinator Anne Edwards

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.