Job summary
Exciting volunteering opportunities have arisen withinSouth WesternAmbulance NHS Foundation Trust forFleet & Equipment Volunteer Driversto joinour Ambulance Vehicle Preparation teams in Wiltshire and Devon.
We welcome applicants from across the counties but are specifically interested in offering roles based at Trowbridge and Exeter. Volunteers will be expected to be able to arrive at their designated base location to begin their volunteering session.
The Volunteer Driver role will support the Ambulance Vehicle Preparations (AVP) within the Fleet & Equipment functionto move ambulances and other vehicles around the respective county, so they are in the right places for cleaning, maintenance, and re-stocking and support the movement of equipment if desired and needed, across the Fleet & Equipment department.
Main duties of the job
The Logistics Volunteer Role is to assist the AVP/Fleet & Equipment Team in the movement of vehicles.
The aim of AVP is to support A&E Operations by providing clean, stocked ambulances that are ready for our colleagues to deliver patient care.
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust offers volunteer placements across the organisation with both patient facing, and non-patient facing roles. This role description summarises the Logistics volunteering role and will be supported by local inductions specific to the tasks applicable at that AVP site. The role is non-patient facing (does not deliver clinical care / assessments to patients)
As a Logistics volunteer you are a valued member of our service, supporting our organisation to deliver its mission, vision and uphold our values, willingly and without pay. This role is highly rewarding and offers opportunities to meet new people and learn valuable social and lifesaving skills through the training and ongoing support provided by South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. As the Logistics volunteer will be moving SWAST assets around our counties they will be provided with Basic Life support and First Aid training. The volunteer is not obliged to support an incident if they come across it, but if it is safe and they feel competent they could assist whilst awaiting emergency services to attend
About us
Applicants will have a good all round education; a full driving license held for at least one year (including C1 category), with no more than 6 current penalty points. Following shortlisting, applicants will be invited to attend a role suitability discussion, whereby they will be expected to have some knowledge of the role and South Western Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust.
Candidates willbeoffered an organisational and local workshop inductionand receive training and a driving assessment in order to complete the recruitment process and commence volunteering sessions. They will also need to complete some online Mandatory Training Modules before starting the role.
When applying for this position, please be aware that you must be able to attend a role suitability discussion on 12 March 2026. Further adverts for this role may follow later in the year for the current areas and other areas of the Trust - you can register your interest via an Expression of Interest form on the Volunteering section of the SWASFT website and be notified of any future
Job description
Job responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
1.1 To volunteer reliably to the best of my ability and to give as much warning as possible whenever you cannot volunteer as you expect.
1.2 Carry out volunteering tasks as directed by the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust leadership team.
1.3 Select and apply in each task the appropriate procedures in accordance with the training received and relevant policies and procedures.
1.4 To communicate with everyone in a clear and effective manner to ensure the best possible experience for everyone involved in the initiative.
1.5 To maintain the confidential information of the organisation and of its patients at all times and in accordance with the Trusts information governance guidance and policy.
1.6 To treat everyone with whom you come into contact, with dignity and respect.
1.7 Promote Equality & Diversity and a non-discriminatory culture. Identify and take action when other peoples behaviour undermines the expectation of the Trust and of yours.
1.8 To join this volunteering role on the understanding there is no remuneration by the Trust for either pay or for personal vehicle use, excluding mileage.
1.9 Carryout all duties with a high standard of infection, prevention and control measures in place, including maintaining an effective personal hygiene standard.
1.10 Maintain appropriate standards of cleanliness of the SWAST Volunteer uniform, operating environment, and all equipment.
AVAILABILITY
2.1 Maintain, at minimum, monthly communication with the relevant VPM or dedicated Ambulance Service leader to enable them to maintain an effective scheme and availability planner in order to deliver the Trusts goals.
2.2 Be available to volunteer on a regular basis to support the volunteering task you are carrying out.
ADMINISTRATION
3.1 Ensure all service documentation, where appropriate, is completed accurately, this may include regular equipment check list, action logs or volunteering logs.
3.2 Complete an individual personnel file update annually to ensure contact details are accurate.
3.3 Inform the Volunteering & Community Services Administrator of any changes to personal details where relevant.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
4.1 Attend a mandatory initial training course provided by South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust and attend subsequent regular meetings as directed by your Ambulance Service leader.
4.2 Complete mandatory training in accordance with the NHS requirements[KS1].
4.3 Operate trust equipment in accordance with Trust procedures and manufacturers instructions.
SECURITY
5.1 Accept responsibility for the security of SWASFT equipment, uniform, and ID card, all of which belongs to South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
1.1 To volunteer reliably to the best of my ability and to give as much warning as possible whenever you cannot volunteer as you expect.
1.2 Carry out volunteering tasks as directed by the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust leadership team.
1.3 Select and apply in each task the appropriate procedures in accordance with the training received and relevant policies and procedures.
1.4 To communicate with everyone in a clear and effective manner to ensure the best possible experience for everyone involved in the initiative.
1.5 To maintain the confidential information of the organisation and of its patients at all times and in accordance with the Trusts information governance guidance and policy.
1.6 To treat everyone with whom you come into contact, with dignity and respect.
1.7 Promote Equality & Diversity and a non-discriminatory culture. Identify and take action when other peoples behaviour undermines the expectation of the Trust and of yours.
1.8 To join this volunteering role on the understanding there is no remuneration by the Trust for either pay or for personal vehicle use, excluding mileage.
1.9 Carryout all duties with a high standard of infection, prevention and control measures in place, including maintaining an effective personal hygiene standard.
1.10 Maintain appropriate standards of cleanliness of the SWAST Volunteer uniform, operating environment, and all equipment.
AVAILABILITY
2.1 Maintain, at minimum, monthly communication with the relevant VPM or dedicated Ambulance Service leader to enable them to maintain an effective scheme and availability planner in order to deliver the Trusts goals.
2.2 Be available to volunteer on a regular basis to support the volunteering task you are carrying out.
ADMINISTRATION
3.1 Ensure all service documentation, where appropriate, is completed accurately, this may include regular equipment check list, action logs or volunteering logs.
3.2 Complete an individual personnel file update annually to ensure contact details are accurate.
3.3 Inform the Volunteering & Community Services Administrator of any changes to personal details where relevant.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
4.1 Attend a mandatory initial training course provided by South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust and attend subsequent regular meetings as directed by your Ambulance Service leader.
4.2 Complete mandatory training in accordance with the NHS requirements[KS1].
4.3 Operate trust equipment in accordance with Trust procedures and manufacturers instructions.
SECURITY
5.1 Accept responsibility for the security of SWASFT equipment, uniform, and ID card, all of which belongs to South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- C1 licence holder
- Clean driving licence
Desirable
- Experience of driving a larger vehicle
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Able to represent the organisation professionally when driving fleet vehicles
- Ability to remain calm under pressure or during unexpected changes
- Able to maintain confidentiality of information
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and the public
- Willingness to comply with organisation policies, including safeguarding and data protection
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- C1 licence holder
- Clean driving licence
Desirable
- Experience of driving a larger vehicle
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Able to represent the organisation professionally when driving fleet vehicles
- Ability to remain calm under pressure or during unexpected changes
- Able to maintain confidentiality of information
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and the public
- Willingness to comply with organisation policies, including safeguarding and data protection
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Exeter & Trowbridge
13-15 Kestrel Business Park, Kestrel Way, Sowton Industrial Estate ,
Exeter
EX2 7JS
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
