Transport Co-ordinator Fixed-Term Contract

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Transport Co-ordinator (Fixed-Term Contract)Home-Based (with occasional visits to our office at the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen)Together we can make a real differenceBelonging to the Royal Voluntary Service community means inspiring volunteers to support the nations health and wellbeing. It means tackling the most pressing social issues in a workplace full of opportunities.Through the gift of voluntary service, our volunteers provide much-needed support for over-stretched public services. They work at scale in the NHS, freeing up staff to dedicate more time to patient care and within communities to give practical help and supportto people when they need it.Our people are a welcoming team of individuals from every background who support one another to be their best. They are also some of the countrys most compassionate and dedicated people who step forward to help make society better connected and more inclusive- where everyone can thrive.Were currently looking for a Transport Co-ordinator to join us on a fixed-term contract until March 2022. The role will be home-based, however, the successful candidate will be required to visit our office at the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on occasion.The RoleAs a Transport Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for co-ordinating the operation of our Transport Service covering Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.Our Patient Transport Service helps patients who have been discharged from hospital get home safely thanks to our wonderful volunteers who offer their time and vehicles to support people in their community.Supporting the Service Manager, you will:- Oversee the day-to-day co-ordination of the volunteers- Assist with volunteer recruitment, training and support- Help promote the growth and uptake of the service- Build and maintain strong partnerships with the NHS Board and Local Authority- Undertake general administrative duties- Ensure all activities are delivered in line with service level agreements and safeguarding policiesInterested To be considered, youll need:- Experience of working with, and motivating, volunteers- An understanding of, and ability, to comply with Data Protection laws- Excellent communications skills- The ability to act on your own initiative- Some knowledge and understanding of the NHS, Commissioning Groups and local authority Commissioning including Health and Social Care bodies- The ability to proficiently use standard IT systems- GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English at grade A-C- A valid driving licence with access to a car is desirableThis role will require a PVG check.Why you should join our teamWere proud to be in the top 25 not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK, based on ratings from Indeed. As a valued employee at Royal Voluntary Service, you will benefit from the following:- A salary of £16,917.79 per annum- The chance to make a positive, lasting impact that changes lives, communities and society- An employee benefits package that gives access to an exclusive rewards website, 24-hour doctor line, financial support with dental/optical and other therapies- A free and confidential employee assistance programme with up to six face-to-face sessions built-in- Opportunities to discuss flexible working- Access to award-winning e-learning and development- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- A great pension scheme- Enhanced Family Leave schemes- Six weeks company sick pay- 25 days holiday plus paid statutory Bank HolidaysHow to applyIf you think youd succeed as our Transport Co-ordinator, please select the apply button shown to be brought through to the application process.The closing date for applications is the 10th December 2021 with interviews scheduled for the w/c 20th December 2021.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, on a fixed-term contract until the 31st March 2022.Here at Royal Voluntary Service, were committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be a charity thats representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mentalability, ethnicity and perspective.We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. Well be in touch directly if we need you!This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Volunteer Co-ordinator, Community Services Co-ordinator, Volunteer Support Co-ordinator, Service Delivery Assistant, or Community Support Co-ordinator.