Volunteer Car Driver

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Driver to join our team. As a Patient Transport Volunteer Driver, you will be part of our Patient Transport Service in your local area, helping vulnerable patients access essential medical appointments on time with safety and comfort. Our volunteer team is a diverse group united by a shared desire to make a positive difference in their communities.

As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments, providing safe and reliable transportation while offering reassurance and support during challenging times.

No prior experience is necessary—just bring your caring attitude, a 4-5 door car, and some spare time. Flexible hours are available to fit around your schedule. By volunteering, you will experience the fulfilment of giving back to your community and supporting the NHS.

• Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
• Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations
• Foster positive relationships within the community
• Enjoy the autonomy of volunteering independently while knowing you have the backing of a supportive team

• A valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• A friendly and empathetic demeanour
• Access to a 4-door (minimum) car
• Alignment with our organization's values
• Basic IT skills (e.g., use of a smartphone)

The EMED Group is the result of the merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical and is the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with more than 3000 colleagues across 60 depots. We are committed to providing services that support patient care, community support, secure mental health, and medical courier services.

• 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
• Opportunities to connect with new people

• Collaborative
• Agile
• Reliable
• Empowered

EMED Group is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and to treating all employees, patients, service users, and clients with dignity and respect. We are dedicated to eliminating unlawful discrimination and being truly representative of all sections of society.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments
• Provide safe and reliable transportation and support throughout the journey

Please note that this role is subject to regulatory pre-employment checks, and you may be asked to provide details of your full employment history during the interview process. HMRC records may be requested as part of preparation for these checks.

Experience:

A valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points; a friendly and empathetic demeanour; ability to work with a 4-door car; alignment with our values; basic IT skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS may be necessary to check for previous convictions.