Volunteer Driver Support Scheme

Your Community Needs You

Blaenavon has always been a place where people look out for one another. The Volunteer Driver Support Scheme is about neighbours helping neighbours, making sure local people can get to essential appointments and community activities.

By giving a small amount of your time, you can brighten someone’s day and help them stay independent, connected, and part of the community they call home.

The scheme is supported by Blaenavon Town Council, Torfaen Voluntary Alliance, and other key partners, working together to improve access to transport across Blaenavon.

How You Can Help

There are two ways to get involved:

Become a Volunteer Driver

Volunteer drivers will support local residents with transport to:

  • Health and wellbeing appointments
  • Community groups and activities
  • Essential shopping

 

You’ll be helping older residents, people with mobility challenges, and others who might otherwise struggle to get out and about.

 

Every journey matters, and every volunteer plays a vital role.

 

To become a volunteer driver you must:

  • Hold a full UK driving license
  • Have access to your own vehicle
  • The vehicle must be compliant with road safety laws

Join the committee as Community Volunteer (Non-Drivers)

We’re also looking for local people who want to help shape and steer the scheme. This could include:

  • Sharing local knowledge and ideas
  • Helping us understand community needs
  • Supporting engagement and promotion
  • Being part of conversations about how the scheme develops over time

 

You don’t need transport experience, just an interest in your community and a willingness to be involved.

No previous volunteering experience is required, just a kind and helpful approach.

You do not have to be a resident living in Blaenavon, just a willingness to drive!

You’re never expected to commit beyond what you’re comfortable with.

What We Offer

  • Mileage costs covered (for volunteer drivers)
  • Flexible volunteering, you choose the days and times that suit you
  • Full support from all partners
  • Guidance and checks in place to make sure everyone feels safe and confident

 

Interested?

Whether you’d like to volunteer as a driver or help shape the scheme in other ways, we’d love to hear from you. Register your interest today and we’ll be in touch for an informal chat to talk through the options.

Interested in getting involved? Complete the short form below and a member of the team will be in touch to answer any questions and discuss next steps.