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Monday Volunteer Van driver needed! – Hailsham

Would you like to be a part of your local community? Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity? Do you enjoy driving and would like to make a difference? If any of these resonated with you, then you are in the right place!

The role

We are looking for a Monday Volunteer Van driver to support our van team in our Furniture Now! Hailsham store. This role will enable us to run the van on an extra day of the week and maximise the opportunity for furniture collection/deliveries for our charity. We are a donation-based furniture store charity, and donations are vital to the running of our operations. Helping us run the van more often would help us fulfil our mission and make a big difference!

There will always be at least one van assistant (sometimes two) with you on the van. They will support you by directing you to the right location and completing admin work. Full induction and training are provided (some of which you can add to your CV!).

By joining us, you will become part of the Furniture Now! Hailsham store team made up of a Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, van driver, and van assistants as well as volunteers. Free hot beverages and biscuits are always available on-site and you will be able to join our team events!

Shift patterns

We are looking for support on Monday mornings as a priority but would be grateful to receive help anytime. The shift pattern is either a half day (morning shift: 8.30am – 12pm or afternoon shift: 12pm – 4.30pm) or a full day (8.30am – 4.30pm).

Benefits

- Travel expenses are fully covered after 2 hours of volunteering!

- Volunteer discounts are available on all our second-hand stock!

- Taster shifts are available to see if this is the right fit for you.

- Grow your CV with a new experience and a new reference!

- Meet like-minded people and be a part of your local community.

About the Charity

Furniture Now! is an East Sussex chain of charity furniture stores, part of the Now! Charity Group Ltd. We aim to end local poverty and fight for the environment. We act at different levels by making furniture accessible to those most in need through our special two-tier discount, working in partnership with social funds to furnish refugees’ homes, and issuing grants to environmentally and socially focused local actions.

We recently started providing free sanitary products in all 3 of our stores in a bid to end Period Poverty. This is an exciting time to join our charity as we are also about to open a Community Shed in our Hailsham store to provide the local community with a third space, where people can meet, hang out, and upcycle furniture.

Our values

· People Matter: We value people, and their ideas and are committed to listening and acting on them.

· Leading social change: We are driven to improve the quality of life and social mobility for people in our communities.

· Sustainability committed: We care about the environment and consciously take action, actively finding ways to shape local green habits through recycling, reuse, and repair.

Location:

Furniture Now! Hailsham

9 High Street,

Hailsham

One25 is a Bristol-based charity, specialising in supporting women to break free from street sex-work, addiction and other life-controlling issues and build new, independent lives. We provide night outreach (7 sessions weekly), a Health Hub and casework, giving person-centred support and advocacy to around 240 women each year.

One25’s outreach service is often how women first make contact with us, meeting us on our fully equipped outreach van. Three volunteers, one an experienced team leader, go out on the van at night and meet women’s basic needs by providing nutritious food, first aid, warm clothing, condoms, safety alarms etc. They provide the chance to talk and get advice in a safe space and encourage women to get more in-depth help by visiting our drop-in or seeing a caseworker.

We are looking for volunteers who are comfortable driving an Iveco Daily (manual) to deliver our evening outreach. This volunteer will also be responsible for taking case notes for the team and looking after the safety of the vehicle. The volunteer will also be responsible for speaking with the women and best practice/trauma informed.

It is an Occupational Requirement that applications for this post are open to women only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. Enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.

Availability and commitments needed:

• Shifts: Monday-Thursday and Sunday nights from 8.45pm-12pm, Friday and Saturday nights 8.45pm-1.30am all year round.
• Available to commit 2 evenings per month, for at least a year
• To successfully complete a driving assessment during interview stage and when One25 gets its electric van (date tbc)
• To complete a Volunteer Induction, Safeguarding and Boundaries training (date tbc – online in evening)
• To complete the Volunteer Experience survey every 6 months
• Able to travel to and from St Pauls, Bristol after shift
• Attend probation review after 10 shifts and if requested external support (which we would fund).
• To attend quarterly training and volunteer meetings (dates tbc)
• To join the drivers Whatsapp group and follow the groups communication rules

What is the purpose of this role?

Supporting staff to manage the stockroom at the shop in Sutton in Ashfield and the Ransom Wood storage unit. On an occasional basis, to help with collections and deliveries, and transfer of stock between our shops in Sutton in Ashfield and West Bridgford.

What impact does this role have?

This role helps the shop to run efficiently and effectively, to be able to sell products for Age UK Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, which in turn, can be used to allow Age UK Notts to continue to run effective services for older people.

What activities might you be involved in?

• Supporting staff to manage the stock room within the Sutton shop – keeping racking clean and tidy, organising space to maintain good health and safety systems.
• Accepting donations from supporters that visit the shop and encouraging those who are taxpayers to sign up to Gift Aid to increase the value of the donation when sold by 25%.
• Processing items at Ransom Wood storage unit when there is no room to deposit them straight into the shop.
• Travelling with the driver to pick up donated items (furniture, white goods, bric-a-brac, clothing, or a mix of all 4)
• Completing deliveries with the driver to customers’ homes
• Volunteering in line with the Charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the Volunteer Code of Conduct

What are we looking for?

• The physical ability to lift and move furniture and other stock so applicants should be physically fit and be able to complete these tasks
• A willingness to complete a variety of tasks both in the shop and at the Ransom Wood storage unit.
• An individual who gets on well with people to facilitate good customer service

• Desirable:

• The ability to drive the van if needed (Luton van or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• Own transport to get to Ransom Wood storage unit (public transport is available but takes a long time

For insurance purposes, volunteer drivers are required to be over 21 and under 75

When would you be needed to volunteer?

We are looking for individuals who can volunteer either every Wednesday and/or Saturday between 9.30am and 4.30pm

What training will you be given?

You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role which will include a thorough induction.

What can you gain from this opportunity?

• The chance to make a difference to older people’s lives

• Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
• A comprehensive training programme
• The opportunity to learn new skills
• Experience to add to your CV
• The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
• Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook

Additional Information

Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.

***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***

FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for safe, confident drivers to join our busy, friendly delivery team. 

We re-distribute tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester. This is an achievement of which we’re proud, and want to expand and is why we need your driving and delivery skills to support our growing operation, especially in these current times of increased need.

Key responsibilities

Driving a van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the various Community Food Members we support. 
Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.

As a Delivery Driver at FareShare, you will be driving a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonnes Mercedes Sprinter van; working closely with a Driver’s Assistant to re-distribute food orders to the premises of a wide variety of Community Food Members. You will be involved with loading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.

The required skills and attributes are as follows. You should:

Be aged 25 or over, with a clean driver's licence (or a maximum of 3 points).
(Experience of driving a van is desirable though not essential).

Have an interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values.

Be physically fit to take on moving and handling of food orders.

Possess the ability to follow procedures and instructions.

Have good verbal communication skills.

Have a high respect for Health & Safety standards and procedures.

Be reliable and be able to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts.

In return you will gain:

Career, CV advice and support

A reference for future employers

Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses 

The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)

The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends

Our operating hours are Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. 

Driver 4 hour shifts begin at 8:30am. 

We especially welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week. 

The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.

VOLUNTEER MAN/WOMAN WITH A VAN

Connection Support has a range of services providing support to people at risk of homelessness or on the edge of needing social care. We work with people made vulnerable through debt, family circumstances, mental health issues, substance misuse, care leavers, learning disability, age, and physical disabilities.

Volunteers play a key role in the provision of vital services to our clients.

Can you be the link between us and our clients, dropping of food and furniture where it’s needed?

• Do you have 1-2 hours a week to give to vulnerable clients needing food, help with a move or furniture picked up, loaded, and dropped off?

• Can we rely and depend on you to commit to a period of up to 12 weeks?

• Can you create and maintain positive, professional, and trusting relationships with a non-judgmental approach?

If you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions, then we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Drivers will need be able to take apart large items of furniture for packing and removal, loading them into your vehicle, securing them safely and driving to a new location to unload them

• Collecting food from food banks and dropping to clients’ homes

• Collecting furniture for clients and dropping to their accommodation

VOLUNTEER MAN/WOMAN WITH A VAN

Connection Support has a range of services providing support to people at risk of homelessness or on the edge of needing social care. We work with people made vulnerable through debt, family circumstances, mental health issues, substance misuse, care leavers, learning disability, age, and physical disabilities.

Volunteers play a key role in the provision of vital services to our clients.

Can you be the link between us and our clients, dropping of food and furniture where it’s needed?

• Do you have 1-2 hours a week to give to vulnerable clients needing food, help with a move or furniture picked up, loaded, and dropped off?

• Can we rely and depend on you to commit to a period of up to 12 weeks?

• Can you create and maintain positive, professional, and trusting relationships with a non-judgmental approach?

If you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions, then we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Drivers will need be able to take apart large items of furniture for packing and removal, loading them into your vehicle, securing them safely and driving to a new location to unload them

• Collecting food from food banks and dropping to clients’ homes

• Collecting furniture for clients and dropping to their accommodation

• Children with Voices and Community Food Hub are looking for delivery volunteers to support in delivering essential food parcels to families and individuals around Hackney.
• We need regular delivery volunteers Monday - Thursday, around 12:30 - 2:30 collecting from De Beauvoir and Well Street locations and dropping food bags to addresses of housebound and vulnerable residents around Hackney. Can be by car or bike.
• We also need volunteers for more ad-hoc collections throughout the week – for collecting donations from supermarkets and local businesses, or dropping emergency parcels to those in need outside of the food hub opening hours. Need car or van drivers.

Why am I needed?

Our shops depend on a regular supply of quality donated stock.  As some shops receive more donations than others, we need drivers to move stock between our shops to ensure they are all fully stocked.

Our fantastic supporters rely on stock donations being collected from their door when they are unable to bring it to us. Here at Tenovus Cancer Care we receive donated stock in many different ways, and this includes us collecting stock from supporters at their front door and picking up collections from local business partners.  

All of this vital work needs to happen for us to raise more money to help cancer patients and their families.

What will I be doing?

Dependant on your volunteer location, duties may include but may not be limited to:

Predominantly assisting the Retail team in moving stock between shops

Taking this donated stock to shops and to the Warehouse

Delivering donation bags to homes in selected areas and collecting the full bags on an agreed day

Collecting donations at businesses where our ‘Donation Stations’ are located

Offering feedback to the Retail team on how to improve the collections service.

What skills and qualities do I need?

An enthusiasm for the work of Tenovus Cancer Care

A good level of fitness and enjoy being outside

Good communication skills to be able to respond positively with any queries from members of the pubic

Reliability, honesty and like helping as part of a team

This role would suit a proactive and outgoing person who enjoys meeting with others

The ability to drive and have a good size car or van is essential for the driving role if based at one of our shops. You will need to check with your car insurers that you are insured for business use before starting with us (this can usually be arranged at no extra cost) and your driving licence and business insurance will need to be checked before you can start.

How much time do I need to commit?

This can be discussed with the Retail team and hours are very flexible to fit around you – please note on your application how much time you can give.

What support and training will I be given?

A dedicated member of staff will be on hand to offer you advice, support and guidance in your role.

What benefits can I expect?

You’ll be making a real difference to the lives of people with cancer in your local area

The opportunity to develop new and existing skills

Access to all internal vacancies

Access to training

Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with organisational policy

The enjoyment of meeting new people and being part of both our Retail Team and Wales’ leading cancer charity.

Expenses can be claimed back

Where will I be based?

You’ll be based at one of our Tenovus Cancer Care shops across Wales and England, with regular travel around agreed areas. You must have access to your own vehicle.

How do I apply?

If you are aged over eighteen years old and would like to apply please contact the Shop Manager in your local shop directly or alternatively please contact our Volunteer Development Team on our website.

How you can make a difference!

Sense Holidays gives children, young people, adults with complex disabilities and their families the opportunity to have fun, meet new people and try new activities. Sense Holidays take place across the UK at a range of venues and vary. Each year we need skilled volunteers to help us deliver this exciting programme. 

We have a few spaces for volunteer drivers on our Beamsley Holiday in Skipton, from the 6th to the 11th August 2024.

The Volunteer Role involves:

• Staying in touch with Sense and your Holiday Leader before and during the Sense Holiday, raising any issues or concerns that may need addressing by the wider team.
• Attending the equivalent of one full day mandatory training which will be delivered virtually. You will also be asked to complete online e-Learning prior to the holiday.
• You will provide hands on support for the people on the holiday to meet their everyday needs. This may involve but is not limited to; supporting them to participate in group activities, making activities accessible to their particular needs, supporting the building of friendships and social communication.
• You may also be required to support holidaymakers with personal care including support with eating and drinking, washing, bathing and toileting. 
• Carry out tasks of daily living, such as cleaning the venue and cooking to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• For those qualified and willing, you may be asked to complete Driving for Sense and drive an accessible vehicle on the holiday this could be a car, van or minibus depending on the holiday.

Volunteer Role Criteria

Essential criteria: 

• A full driving license and willingness to drive a minibus on a holiday.
• Aged 21 or over.
• Have experience supporting those with additional needs. Please note, we can offer a small number of places to those who are less experienced.
• A skilled communicator.
• Have a positive, can-do attitude.
• Can demonstrate reliability.
• Can demonstrate resilience.

Desirable: 

• Able to use British Sign Language.
• Experience in moving and handling.
• Experience cooking for large groups.

Why Volunteer for Sense?

Sense is a national disability charity supporting everyone who is deafblind or has complex disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to take part in life, no matter their disability.

Volunteering on a Sense Holiday requires resilience but offers an incredibly rewarding experience.

Benefits

• All food, drink, accommodation, and activities on the holiday are paid for by Sense Holidays.
• You will receive comprehensive training for your role.
• The chance to practice and use your existing skills to communicate with others. 
• An opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge about communicating and working with people with complex communication needs and multi-sensory impairments. 
• Up to £60 of your travel expense paid. 
• Full support from our team, including induction and training for this role, and regular ongoing support. 

 Volunteer Van assistant needed! – Eastbourne

Would you like to be a part of your local community and make a difference? Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity? Do you enjoy being physically active? If any of these resonated with you, then you are in the right place!

The role

We are looking for a Volunteer Van assistant to support our van team in our Furniture Now! Eastbourne store. This role will enable us to support our existing van team and run the van on extra days of the week and maximise the opportunity for furniture collection/deliveries for our charity. We are a donation-based furniture store charity, and donations are vital to the running of our operations. Helping us with the van would help us fulfil our mission and make a big difference!

There will always be a van driver with you, and sometimes a second van assistant as well. Full induction and training are provided ; such as Manual handling (and some of which you can add to your CV!).

By joining us, you will become part of the Furniture Now! Eastbourne store team which is made up of a Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, van driver, and van assistants as well as volunteers. Free hot beverages and biscuits are always available on-site and you will be able to join our team events!

Shift patterns

We are looking for support on Mondays as a priority but would be grateful to receive help anytime of the week! The shift pattern is either a half day (morning shift: 8.30am – 12pm or afternoon shift: 12pm – 4.30pm) or a full day (8.30am – 4.30pm).

Benefits

- Travel expenses are fully covered after 2 hours of volunteering!

- Volunteer discounts are available on all our second-hand stock!

- Taster shifts are available to see if this is the right fit for you.

- Grow your CV with a new experience and a new reference!

- Meet like-minded people and be a part of your local community.

About the Charity

Furniture Now! is an East Sussex chain of charity furniture stores, part of the Now! Charity Group Ltd. We aim to end local poverty and fight for the environment. We act at different levels by making furniture accessible to those most in need through our special two-tier discount, working in partnership with social funds to furnish refugees’ homes, and issuing grants to environmentally and socially focused local actions.

We recently started providing free sanitary products in all 3 of our stores in a bid to end Period Poverty. This is an exciting time to join our charity as we are also about to open a Community Shed in our Hailsham store to provide the local community with a third space, where people can meet, hang out, and upcycle furniture.

Our values

· People Matter: We value people, and their ideas and are committed to listening and acting on them.

· Leading social change: We are driven to improve the quality of life and social mobility for people in our communities.

· Sustainability committed: We care about the environment and consciously take action, actively finding ways to shape local green habits through recycling, reuse, and repair.

Location:

Furniture Now! Eastbourne

3A Courtlands Road

Eastbourne

East Sussex

FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for volunteer Driver's Assistants to join our busy friendly delivery team with redistributing tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester.

FareShare is a national charity fighting food poverty and global warming by tackling food surplus. We source overstocked food from retailers and manufacturers and engage many volunteers to help re-distribute it to over 220 frontline charities and community groups across Greater Manchester. These groups, in turn, provide meals to vulnerable people experiencing food poverty, individuals who are homeless, families, and people who are unemployed or socially isolated. This food would otherwise have gone to waste, so we are simultaneously supporting people in need and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Key responsibilities

Working closely with the driver of a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonne Mercedes Sprinter van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the benevolent projects we support. 

Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.

The required skills and attributes are:

• Interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values

• Physical fitness, to take on moving and handling of food orders

• Ability to follow procedures and instructions

• Good verbal communication skills

• High respect for Health & Safety procedures and standards

• Reliability and ability to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts

In return you will gain:

Career and CV advice and support

A reference for future employers

Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses 

The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)

The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends

Our operating hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4pm. 

Driver and Driver’s Assistant shifts begin at 8:30am. 

We welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week. 

The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.

As an event volunteer you will play a vital role by raising awareness of our services, assisting with fundraising and engaging with the local community.You will represent Magpas Air Ambulance at a wide range of events indoors and outdoors, come rain or shine. You may be assisting with car parking, meeting and greeting, setting up a stall, selling merchandise, engaging the public and answering questions. Magpas Air Ambulance have a presence at over 150 events each year and need reliable, friendly people like you to help us achieve this. At larger events you will be supported by an event lead and we'll always make sure you are prepared and confident, you don't need to have previous experience, just be willing to get stuck in!

As an event volunteer, you will be expected to:

• Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner.
• Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service.
• Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times.
• Follow the leadership and guidance of the event lead, staff member or event organiser.
• Assist in all event activities in a flexible and friendly manner.
• Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team.
• Process the sale of merchandise and take donations.
• Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents.
• Recognise, respond to and report any safeguarding issues or concerns.

What you can expect from us:

• Regular support and advice from our staff team.
• Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy.
• On-the-job training specific to your role.
• Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas.
• Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
• The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people.
• We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities.



As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.

As an office volunteer, you’ll play a vital role supporting our small fundraising team with administrative and office related duties.

In this role, no two days will be the same! You may be inputting data, making telephone calls, packing and sending out letters, counting donations, preparing stock for events or contacting fellow volunteers to fill our events rota.

As a office volunteer, you will be expected to:

• Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner.
• Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service.
• Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times.
• Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team.
• Have an eye for detail and a flexible attitude.
• Have a good understanding of computers (Microsoft Office) or the willingness to learn.
• Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents.
• Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns.

What to expect from us:

• Regular support and advice from our staff team.
• Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy.
• On-the-job training specific to your role.
• Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas.
• Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
• The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people.
• We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities.

As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.

As a welcome desk volunteer, you will be the welcoming face of Magpas Air Ambulance at our exciting new base in Alconbury Weald.

You will greet visitors at the centre, addressing any needs whilst giving exceptional customer service. You will contact relevant staff members when appropriate and signpost people into our visitor centre experience. In between greeting guests, you may be taking enquiries, processing the sale of merchandise, taking and counting donations or assisting us with other essential administration tasks.

As a welcome desk volunteer, you will be expected to:

• Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner
• Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service
• Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times
• Greet visitors, delivering exceptional customer service assistance and providing an overall welcoming environment
• Address visitor questions and needs both over the phone and face-to-face
• Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team
• Have an eye for detail and a flexible attitude
• Have a good understanding of computers (Microsoft Office) or the willingness to learn
• Process payments
• Support various administrative duties
• Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents
• Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns

What you can expect from us:

• Regular support and advice from our staff team
• Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy
• On-the-job training specific to your role
• Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas
• Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it
• The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people
• We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities



As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.