Volunteer Patient Driver

We’re looking for caring and reliable Volunteer Drivers to support our Liverpool Hospice team. 

Many people living with a terminal illness can feel isolated or face barriers that make it hard to attend appointments that support their wellbeing. Volunteer Drivers ensure people can access essential care and stay connected to services that matter.

You’ll support patients by driving them to their appointments at the Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool, then returning later to collect them and take them safely back home.  It’s a simple act that makes a big difference.

Availability: Monday - Friday 

Time: Pick up between 9:30am and 12:30pm  |  Return between 12pm and 3pm

Location: Primarily Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool

Criteria: Minimum age 18 years. Access to own vehicle

What you’ll do:

• Pick up patients from their home and bring them to the Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool
• Return them home after appointments or day services
• Ensure safe entry into their home
• Flag any concerns to hospice staff

What you’ll need:

• Friendly communication skills
• Reliability and a sense of responsibility
• Familiarity with some local routes
• Respect for confidentiality
   

What we offer:

• A meaningful way to support your community
• Essential training covering Health and Safety
• Recognition and appreciation for your time
• Helpful guidance to get you started and ongoing support
• Travel and expenses covered
• Access to exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
• 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
   

Need more information?

Contact our Day Therapy Team Leader, Lorna Richardson T: 0151 801 1470 E: Lorna.Richardson@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.