Volunteer Driver

Overview

An exciting opportunity has come available for a Volunteer Driver to transport patients to and from groups and appointments. The volunteer is required to work within the list of tasks identified as follows:

Provide transport for people wishing to get to appointments and groups. This may be to access health appointments, to participate in an activity or to assist in-patients with home leave. Offer reassurance and engage in conversation as appropriate during the journeys. Report any concerns to the Supervisor / Service Manager.

Please note:

mileage and out of pocket expenses will be covered; proof of a clean driving licence, insurance and MOT is essential for this role.

We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route. Please note, not all vacancies or applications are eligible for sponsorship.

• Provide transport for people to appointments and groups (health appointments, activities, or assisting in-patients with home leave).
• Offer reassurance and engage in conversation during journeys.
• Report any concerns to the Supervisor / Service Manager.

• Before applying, you can make a self-assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship here:
• Please note there have been some changes made to Home Office guidance including changes to salary thresholds for sponsorship applications and eligibility for dependent visas from 9 April 2025 and from 22 July 2025.
• Able to follow instructions
• Tidy and methodical
• To be punctual and reliable
• Interest in working with people with mental health conditions and/or dementia, and/or physical health needs
• Ability to communicate with a range of people with diverse needs
• To adhere to the dress code for the area in which they volunteer. To aid recognition by staff, patients, service users and visitors you must wear your  at all times.
• Be able to work as a member of a team.
• To behave professionally and treat others with dignity and respect at all times and adhere to the principles of the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation.

Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:  We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on You Tube to find out more: