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Volunteer Driver - Community Transport

Volunteering opportunity with Royal Voluntary Service Fife

Organisation
Royal Voluntary Service Fife
Type
Driving / escorting
Benefits
Elderly
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Yes, they reimburse all travel expenses whether using public transport or your own vehicle (55p per mile), and expenses can be claimed and paid on a weekly or monthly basis according to your preference.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO106424 · updated 17 September 2026

About this opportunity

Join our friendly team to help make a real difference to older people in your local area; help them keep their independence and reduce their isolation! Use your driving skills and friendly personality to help people get to essential social appointments across Fife. As a Volunteer Driver, you could be taking someone to a regular social group or a lunch club, taking them to the shops, to visit a friend/family or other ad-hoc requests for transport. You'll need to use your own vehicle to offer a friendly journey, supporting people to and from their home and destination, but we will reimburse your travel expenses at 55 pence per mile. You'll work both on your own and with others, building relationships with the people you drive.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

At induction we will talk through the service and volunteer role with the new volunteer, after which they will be given a handbook with all the important information that they can refer back to. They will be given access to our training site, as well as being offered a shadow shift (if wanted) so they can see how a more experienced volunteer does things. We offer ongoing training and support, as well several volunteer events a year.

Experience

You need to be able to provide a safe and friendly journey to our clients, ensuring they arrive at their destination on time, with a smile

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References

Travel

We cover the whole of Fife. You can let us know where you are happy to drive to when you speak to us. Volunteer Drivers use their own cars to transport older adults who are socially isolated and/or unable to use public transport. You will receive a mileage allowance of 55p per mile to cover costs.

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