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Volunteer Driver for Tamariki Groups

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Canterbury children in 2025?

Aviva is on the lookout for warm-hearted and dependable Volunteer Drivers to help transport tamariki to and from their schools to Aviva offices. This role is crucial in ensuring that our young participants can attend their Group Education Programme, and we need your support to make this happen!

Training: Full training will be provided in November of Term 4, 2024, with the actual role commencing Term 1, 2025.
Position: Volunteer Driver for Tamariki Groups
Location: The Loft, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Christchurch. An Aviva vehicle will be provided for use during transportation.
Hours of Volunteer Work: 1.5 to 2 fixed hours per week during school terms. We require a consistent commitment each week, for a minimum of one term, please.

If you have a heart for helping others and can commit to this important role, we’d love to hear from you! Your contribution will have a meaningful impact on the lives of tamariki in our community.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in our mahi to support children in our community.

Together, we can drive positive change!

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities:
As a Volunteer Driver, you'll play a vital role in transporting up to three primary school-aged children between their schools and Aviva offices. Your responsibilities will include:
Driving with Care: Transport children safely and reliably, adhering to Ministry of Transport / Waka Kotahi road rules and Aviva’s processes.
Punctuality: Be dependable and adhere to set timeframes each week.
Caring Attitude: Approach your role with empathy and sensitivity, prioritising the safety and well-being of each child.
Confidentiality: Always maintain confidentiality and respect boundaries.

Requirements:
A full, clean driver’s license and be an experienced safe driver.
A reliable mobile phone and email access.
The ability to work to a set timeframe each week.
Undergo and clear a Police Check process.
Aviva is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are seeking volunteers who are culturally aware and accepting of diversity.

Experience:
Previous experience with children aged 5-12 years preferable.

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

Hours of Volunteer Work: 1.5 to 2 fixed hours per week during school terms. We require a consistent commitment each week, for a minimum of one term, please.

We require support for the following shifts. You may choose to do one slot or as many slots as suits you, and which you can remain committed to for the full school term.

Pick Up: Wednesdays 8.15am to 9.30am
Drop off: Wednesdays: 11.15 to 1.00pm
Pick Up: Thursdays 8.15am to 9.30am
Drop Off: Thursdays 11.15 to 1.00pm

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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