Volunteer Driver

Whether you're looking to gain work experience, meet new people, or stay active, volunteering with us is a fantastic opportunity. By helping to collect and deliver donations, you'll be raising essential funds for Oxfam while connecting with incredible people along the way. Come be a part of something special—your time and effort can change lives!

• Driving your own, or hired, vehicles
• Scheduling and collecting donations from individuals, businesses and donation banks
• Delivering donations to shops, and sold items to customers
• Speaking with donors and colleagues and providing great customer service
• Loading and unloading bags and boxes from the vehicle

This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.

We encourage our shop volunteers to develop an understanding of all aspects of the shop's work so that they can support the whole team as necessary. 

You do not need specific skills or experience, but the following will be useful: 

• Commitment to Oxfam's values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness
• Ability to work within Oxfam's policies and shop guidelines
• We ask that you are reliable and on time for your volunteering
• Full training and support is given for this role - no prior experience is required
• Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
• A valid full UK Drivers Licence
• Willing to have an annual DVLA Licence check
• Relevant insurance for driving your own, or hire vehicles

• You will be joining thousands of volunteers who "won't live with poverty"
• Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered)
• Access to training and development
• Grow your confidence and meet new people
• Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle
• Free confidential support by the Retail Trust
• Possible references for future employers

Application deadline:

Ongoing

Informal chat:

After you have applied, the shop manager will contact you to arrange a time to chat about volunteering.

Start date:

After your chat with the manager and reference checks, you can choose a start date.

We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any particular needs, please talk to a manager, and we can consider possible adjustments.

We conduct ID checks for all volunteers and require one reference upon application. If you have any difficulties providing a reference, please speak to a manager for assistance.

If you need help with your application please contact us at givetime@oxfam.org.uk