We are looking for a friendly and reliable volunteer to assist a person with vision impairment by providing transportation and companionship for outings. This could include trips to appointments, shopping, social activities, or simply getting out and about.
What you will be doing:
- Drive the individual to various locations safely and comfortably
- Offer friendly conversation and companionship
- Assist with small tasks if needed (e.g., guiding in unfamiliar places)
- Be patient, supportive, and respectful of their needs
What we’re looking for:
- A friendly, chatty, and caring person
- A safe and responsible driver with a valid license and a clean driving record
- Someone with past care experience (preferred but not essential)
- A willingness to help make outings more enjoyable and accessible
- Someone who is able to undertake sighted guide training
Benefits
- The chance to make a real difference in someone’s life and make meaningful connections and rewarding experience
- This is a fantastic opportunity to give something positive back to society and have a direct impact on people's lives.
- SeeAbility provides training and this can help you to develop new skills to benefit you CV and future job roles you undertake
- Travel expense reimbursement
Practical Considerations
There is parking on site and days are flexible
Skills
- Someone who is Friendly and Chatty
- Clean driving licence and knowledge of the local area
- Someone who is looking companionship and adventure
- Care experience is an advantage but not essential
When do I need to be available?
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Where does this role take place?
- Interests
- Disability
- Health and Social Care
- Transportation
- Activities
- Driving
- Supporting People and Befriending
- Details
- Disabled Access
- Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
- Expenses
- Health and Safety
- Induction
- Insurance Cover for Volunteers
- Other
- Suitable for 13 - 16 years
- Suitable for 16 - 18 years
- Suitable for a group of volunteers
- Suitable only for (e.g. 18+, LGBT, BAME, Women only)
- Support on Offer
- This role is adaptable for different abilities
- Training


