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Volunteer Porters

North East Ambulance Service

Volunteer porters play an important role in daily scheduled care operations. We have an established team of 30 volunteers to meet our scheduled crews and convey patients from our vehicles to their point of clinical care and return to the vehicles. 

Being a volunteer porter is an excellent way to meet new people and gain experience of working within an Ambulance Service and NHS environment before applying for permanent employment.  

We have opportunities to volunteer at:

  • Wansbeck Hospital
  • North Tyneside Hospital
  • The Freeman Hospital
  • Royal Victoria Infirmary
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital

What skills do I need?

The basic criteria you need to be considered are:

  • Over 18 years old
  • Be of a caring nature
  • Be of good character and able to provide two references
  • Undergo an enhanced DBS check
  • Undergo Occupational Health Clearance

About North East Ambulance Service

Patient transport and other NHS services.

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Emergency Response
  • Health and Social Care
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Supporting people
  • Details
  • Child Protection Policy (where relevant)
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • Application Form
  • Informal Discussion
  • References

More opportunities with North East Ambulance Service

Are you looking for support and guidance on volunteering?

The North Tyneside Volunteer Centre is here to help! Whether you're considering volunteering or an existing volunteer, or if you are an organisation in North Tyneside that involves volunteers, we offer comprehensive advice and resources. For detailed information and to explore our services, please visit the Volunteering section of VODA's website.

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