Volunteer Driver/Befriender - The Hello Club

As a Volunteer Driver/Befriender for The Hello Club, you will be a 'buddy' for a new member, to make them feel comfortable and supported in their first few visits. You will make a real and lasting difference to the lives of older people who are experiencing social isolation or loneliness.

About the Organisation

The Hello Club is a community group for the over 50s, based in Sutton. It is run by volunteers and was founded in 2013. Our aim is to create a warm and friendly atmosphere where people can meet others and have an enjoyable afternoon. We run three sessions each week, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

What you will be doing

As a Volunteer Driver/Befriender, you will help a new member settle in to the grap, bringing them to the club from their home, staying with them for the session and dropping them home afterwards. Ideally you would be able to do this for 4 consecutive sessions until they feel established but this is flexible. 

What's in it for you?

This is a fun, flexible and rewarding role which will enable you to connect with, and make a real and lasting difference to, the lives of older people who are experiencing social isolation or loneliness.
 
To keep our services affordable, we currently aren’t able to pay expenses for this role.

What skills will you need?

Volunteer Drivers will need:

  • To be legally entitled to drive the vehicle that they’re using
  • A full driving license
  • A safe and road worthy vehicle with an up-to-date MOT
  • Valid motor insurance - and to notify their insurance company that they’re a volunteer driver
  • To be competent to drive
  • To disclose any existing motoring offenses including speeding and driving without due care and attention to us
  • To report any new motoring offenses including speeding and driving without due care and attention to us
  • To ensure that all passengers are wearing seat belts and that their head rests are appropriately adjusted
  • A four-door vehicle

What's the time commitment and where? 

Time Commitment
Ideally 4 consecutive visits with one member but this is flexible and you wouldn't be expected to be available every week.
Our sessions are on:
Tuesdays 2.45pm to 3.45pm
Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm
Thursdays 2pm - 4pm
 
Role Address
Christ Church, Christchurch Park, Sutton SM2 5TN

 

How can I apply?

Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation. It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below. 

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