Van Driver Volunteer Role

Midland Mencap; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in the West Midlands seeks a Volunteer Van Driver to help deliver bikes to families. The ideal candidate will be friendly, reliable, and experienced in driving large vans. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and their families while being part of a diverse team. Sessions are flexible and available throughout the week.

Benefits

Make a difference in people's lives

Improve physical and mental wellbeing

Training and development opportunities

Out-of-pocket travel expenses

Support within your role

Qualifications

• Minimum age 25.
• Experience driving a large van with a suitable driving licence.
• A clean, full driving licence held for a minimum of five years.
• Basic fitness level to lift occasionally.
• Willingness to learn and comply with guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the link between Midland Mencap and the families supported.
• Interact with families to ensure bikes are secure.
• Work with staff to load and unload the van.

Skills

Good communication skills

Approachable and friendly

Time-management skills

Reliability

Job description

Van Driver Volunteer Role – Midland Mencap

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Midland Mencap is a charity that works and campaigns for accessible and inclusive services and a better quality of life for people with learning disabilities and additional needs.

Purpose of the role

Parkride is an inclusive cycling project that supplies adapted and standard bikes to families. We need a volunteer van driver to deliver custom-made bikes and trikes to parks and community centres around the West Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the vital link between Midland Mencap and the families we support, ensuring the team and bikes reach arranged venues.
• Be the friendly face of Parkride, interacting with families and ensuring bikes are kept safe and secure while the team rides.
• Work with staff to load and unload the van before and after sessions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum age 25.
• Experience driving a large van with a suitable driving licence.
• A clean, full driving licence held for a minimum of five years.
• Basic fitness level with ability to lift occasionally.
• Approachable, friendly, and good communication skills.
• Open to working with a diverse team and accepting others who may be different.
• Willingness to learn and comply with guidelines set by Midland Mencap.
• Honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Good time‑management skills and reliability.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful applicants.

When and Where

• The van is based at our head office in Woodgate Valley – B32 3BZ.
• Parkride sessions run throughout the week, including evenings and weekends; each session lasts 2–4 hours plus travel time.
• Sessions are held across the Midlands – Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Sandwell, Coventry, Worcester, Wolverhampton – and you may choose which sessions to attend.
• All sessions are weather dependent; we only cancel in extreme weather conditions.

Benefits

• Make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and their family carers.
• Improve physical and mental wellbeing by staying active.
• Receive an induction and settling‑in period.
• Any training and development needed.
• Opportunity to develop your skills and gain experience.
• Be part of a diverse team.
• Support within your role.
• Agreeable out‑of‑pocket travel expenses.
• Lots of appreciation for your contribution.

To apply, download and complete the Volunteering application form on our website, then email the completed form to [e-mail].

For more information or an informal chat, call 0121 442 2944 and speak to someone about volunteering.