If you enjoy being in an office environment, are compassionate and like meeting people then this could be the role for you. Thanks to volunteers like you we can provide people in your local community with wheelchairs and other mobility equipment to help them through a crisis. This vital service enables people to maintain their independence and quality of life after an illness or injury. Whether it is to help take a relative out, or take a child to school, it makes a difficult and distressing time a little bit easier. Spread the power of kindness with us and help make sure that everyone who needs one can get a wheelchair.
Skills
Physically able to safely lift or move wheelchairs and other mobility equipment. • Some customer service experience is desirable. • Enjoy meeting people and good interpersonal skills. • Able to work independently and in a team. • Good IT skills and able to complete on-line training. • Able to commit to a regular shift on a weekly basis.
Details
- Accessibility
with difficulty - Age restrictions
18+ - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Travel - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
This is an ongoing volunteering role with a six month commitment or longer, to start asap. We are interested in applicants who can commit to volunteering 4 hours a week on a Thursday or Friday, from 1000-1400.
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