Transport is a vital part of ensuring patients can access the care and support they need at Marie Curie. As a Minibus Driver Volunteer, you’ll help patients attend wellbeing services, outpatient appointments, or return them home afterwards. By providing safe and reliable transport, you’ll make a real difference to their experience and help Marie Curie deliver compassionate care in a practical way.
Availability: Up to 4 hours on any weekday Time: Anytime between 9am and 4:30pm Location: Marie Curie Hospice, Maudsley Street, Bradford BD3 9LE Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age. UK Driving Licence
What you'll do: • Collect patients from agreed locations and transport them safely to the hospice • Return patients home after their pre-arranged appointment has finished • Ensure patients gain safe entry to their destinations • Refer any medical, social, or personal concerns expressed by patients to staff • Ensure vehicle space and any equipment are clean, safe, and ready for use
What you'll gain: • Training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support • Opportunity to complete MiDAS - Minibus Driver Awareness & Assessment Training Course • Full Induction in preparation of using the Marie Curie Minibus • Use existing skills or gain new ones • Regular updates on the difference you are making • Recognition for your time • Reasonable travel and expenses covered
Skills
Why you'd be a great fit: • Friendly, reliable and bring a positive attitude • A courteous and caring manner • Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life • Some knowledge of your local area • Responsible driver and considerate of patient needs • Respect for confidentiality and boundaries
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
18 years of age or older - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Inclusive Volunteering Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
Application Process
- Application Form
- Informal Discussion
- References
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 03/06/2026
End Date: 03/09/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
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