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Volunteering Opportunity: VO99987

  • Driver / Sighted Guide
    with BASE East Fife (Blind Activities Support Events).

    Created/last updated: 04/04/2024


    About this opportunity:BASE is a Scottish Registered Charity established in 2005 by blind and partially sighted people
     •  The management committee consists of nine Trustees and one co-opted member, the majority of whom are sight impaired
     •  BASE depends entirely on fundraising from donations and applications to charitable trusts
     •  BASE supports people with sight impairment resident in NE Fife by offering a monthly programme of social activities, including visits to places of interest, theatre visits, museums and outdoor activities
     •  BASE is supported by a team of volunteers providing transport and guiding
     •  These activities take place on the first Thursday each month
     •  BASE is looking to increase the number of Volunteer Drivers / Sighted Guides in the East Neuk, Cupar and St
     •  Andrews areas
     •  The role includes transporting people with sight impairments to the destination for days out, guiding the VIP's and having fun
     •  Training will be provided
     • 
    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:After a PVG check, guide training will occur n the job as each VIP has different requirements. Support is available via the Volunteer Co-ordinator.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Mileage allowance 45p /mile paid on receipt of expense form.

    Experience required:Our volunteers need to be friendly and outgoing, interested in others, able to follow directions, adaptable and calm under pressure. Volunteers need to have access to a vehicle and must have a valid driving license.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Informal Chat; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThe location of the events is different every month.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.