Parkride Cycling – Volunteer Role

Midland Mencap; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in the UK seeks enthusiastic volunteers to support inclusive cycling sessions across the West Midlands. Volunteers will assist individuals with learning disabilities in participating in bike rides, manage bike maintenance, and work with a diverse team to enhance community engagement. The role offers training opportunities and travel expense coverage, making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Improved physical and mental wellbeing

Opportunity for training and development

Out-of-pocket travel expenses

Qualifications

• Interest in cycle maintenance is beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and follow guidelines.
• Honesty, integrity, and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Support bike rides for children and adults with learning disabilities.
• Lead small cycling trips in suitable areas.
• Help maintain a fleet of bikes.

Skills

Knowledge and experience of cycling

Good communication skills

Ability to work with a diverse group

Good time management

Job description

Overview

Midland Mencap is a charity that works to provide accessible and inclusive services and a better quality of life for people with experience of learning disabilities and additional needs. Parkride is an inclusive cycling project that uses adapted and standard bikes to enable anyone, regardless of age, ability, or need, to enjoy outdoor cycling. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who enjoy being active to support our inclusive cycling sessions across the West Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Support children and adults with learning disabilities and their families/carers to take part in regular community bike rides
• Lead small cycling trips in suitable areas such as parks
• Help set up before each session and tidy away afterwards
• Assist Midland Mencap staff to deliver parkride sessions
• Help maintain a fleet of bikes to enable as many people as possible to take part
• Help participants learn the basics of bicycle maintenance

What you need

• Knowledge and experience of cycling
• Interest in cycle maintenance is beneficial but not essential
• Approachable, friendly with good communication skills
• Ability to work with a diverse group and be accepting of others
• Willingness to learn and follow Midland Mencap guidelines
• Honesty, integrity and trustworthy
• Good time management and reliability

An enhanced DBS check will be required by all successful applicants.

When and where

Volunteer sessions run throughout the week, including evenings and weekends. Each session lasts 2–4 hours. Sessions take place across the Midlands, including Birmingham (all areas), Walsall, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Coventry, Solihull, and Worcestershire. You can attend sessions in your local area. All sessions are weather dependent and may be canceled only in extreme weather; please bring a warm waterproof coat and suitable shoes.

What’s in it for you

• Make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and their family carers
• Improved physical and mental wellbeing from staying active
• Induction and settling-in period
• Opportunity for training and development
• Chance to develop skills and gain experience
• Meet new people and be part of a diverse team
• Support within your role
• Out-of-pocket travel expenses
• Appreciation for your contribution

How to apply

Download and complete the Volunteering application form on our website, or email the completed form to [e-mail]. For more information or an informal chat, call 0121 442 2944.