Marie Curie Volunteer - Car Driver - Patients, Glasgow

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Job Description Join Our Team at the Marie Curie Glasgow Hospice

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? We are looking for compassionate and reliable Volunteer Drivers to join our dedicated hospice team in Glasgow. As a Volunteer Patient Driver, you'll play a vital role in helping patients access the care they need by providing safe and supportive transport to and from the hospice.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Volunteering with Marie Curie means being part of a team that truly makes a difference. You'll be helping people living with a terminal illness to access vital care and support, while also gaining personal fulfilment and new skills. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, meet new people, or build experience in a healthcare setting, your contribution will be deeply valued.

What You’ll Do:

• Collect patients from their homes at a prearranged time and bring them to the hospice.
• Return patients home after day services, outpatient appointments, or discharge from the ward.
• Ensure patients gain safe entry to their homes.
• Refer any medical, social, or personal concerns expressed by patients to hospice staff.
• Assist with other related tasks when needed.

What You’ll Need:

• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to deal sensitively with patients and visitors.
• Reliability, responsibility, and a caring nature.
• A good knowledge of the local area.
• An understanding of confidentiality and the needs of those affected by end-of-life care.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding opportunity to support your community and make a real impact.
• Full induction, training, support, and supervision in your role.
• Reimbursement of agreed reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.

How to Get Involved:

For more information or if you have any questions about this volunteer role, please contact us at . We can't wait to welcome you to our team and work together to support a cause that truly matters.

About Us

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.

We are 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 are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at .

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.