We are looking for a driving volunteer who has their own car and is happy to take our gentleman out who loves a trip to town for a coffee
We have a very quiet gentleman with Down syndrome and a learning disability in his 60’s who would benefit from someone who has their own car and would like to offer a little time every other month.
He does not walk very far but enjoys getting out in the car and traveling to the near by town of Winslet and other surrounding areas
You would go to his home and then for a drive to a café for tea and cake, if the weather is nice he enjoys a little ride around then returning home.
Staff would join you both while you got to know each other then once are both settled you can enjoy your times together with out staff present should you both wish
2 references will be required by all successful applicants.
Proof of MOT and Insurance and proof of both COVID-19 vaccinations must be shown
The Mencap visiting service was launched in 1963 and was designed to be a befriending service to adults with a learning disability for after their parents pass away.
For more information please read the volunteer role profile.
To apply, you will first need to register to use the Mencap recruitment system. Once logged in, you will then need to click the "apply" button, and fill in our 1 page application form.
Alternatively, you can apply by downloading and filling in the form from the "Additional Information" button at the bottom of the page email your completed form to annette.lewis@mencap.org.uk so it can be processed.
To continue to keep the people we support safe; we will continue to follow the government guidelines regarding Covid-19. This means due to impending changes to government legislation it will be mandatory, unless you are medically exempt, to have had both covid-19 vaccines prior to starting your volunteering role.
In addition, it is mandatory that you take a lateral flow test on the day of your volunteering.