Volunteer Van Driver – Available 10 July 2025 to 30 October 2026
Our Volunteer Van Drivers keep our shops stocked with donations, help them manage their day‑to‑day needs, and are an important part of our public‑facing volunteering team. If you love driving, the open road, and rising to a challenge, this role is for you.
You will be linked to one of our four charity shops (Acomb, York, Malton, Selby) and primarily based at the Animal Home where the van is kept. You will travel across North Yorkshire, visiting the shops and occasionally visiting members of the public.
Responsibilities:
- Collect donations from the Animal Home and deliver them to the shops
- Move stock between shops as needed
- Collect items from members of the public and visit their homes
- Perform tip runs for the shops as and when required
- Ensure compliance with RSPCA rules and regulations
- Carry out a small amount of administrative work, such as completing mileage returns
- Undertake appropriate training as directed by the branch team
- Transport animals and/or materials/stock/equipment on behalf of the branch (when required)
Hours: A minimum of 4 hours per week is required. You can volunteer for more hours if you wish. We encourage a commitment of six months to help you build confidence and gain experience.
Qualifications:
- Valid driving licence (subject to checks before you start)
- Manual handling training (and animal handling training if required)
- Age 18 or over
Benefits:
- Meet new people and make new friends
- Learn new skills that can be added to your CV
- Receive induction and ongoing training relevant to your role
- Volunteer in a fun environment at the heart of the local community
- Make a huge difference to the welfare of animals
To learn more or apply, please contact our Branch Retail Manager, Kimberley (click for email). She will be happy to answer any questions you have.
5B Goodramgate, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7LJ, United Kingdom
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