Volunteer Patient Driver - Belfast Hospice

Marie Curie · Belfast

Volunteer Driver – Belfast Hospice

We’re looking for caring and reliable volunteer drivers to support our Belfast Hospice team. You’ll help patients get to and from appointments by collecting them from home, transporting them to the Marie Curie Hospice in Belfast and ensuring they return safely. It’s a simple act that makes a big difference.

Availability: 2-3 hours per week, weekday or weekends

Time: Flexible to suit your schedule

Locations: Marie Curie Hospice, 1A Kensington Rd, Belfast BT5 6NF

Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age.

What you’ll do:

Pick up patients and transport patients to appointments or day services
Return them home after appointments or day services
Ensure safe entry into their home
Flag any concerns to hospice staff

What you’d be a great fit:

Friendly communication skills
Reliability and a sense of responsibility
Familiarity with local routes and areas across Belfast
Respect for confidentiality
Understanding of end-of-life care needs
Access to your own vehicle

What we offer:

A meaningful way to support your community
Flexibility to volunteer around your schedule
Training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
Recognition for your time
Updates on the difference you’re making
Long Service Awards
Travel and expenses reimbursed
Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)

Need more information?

Please contact our Nurse Manager Day Therapy Clare Magilton 07917 211470 or Clare.Magilton@mariecurie.org.uk

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.

Fuelled by compassion from doorstep to hospice, powered by your drive to make a difference in your community. Apply to be a volunteer driver if you’re ready to make a meaningful impact with just a few hours to spare.

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