Tandem Rider Volunteers

Role Description

Tandem Rider Volunteers

Location: Leatherhead

Time Commitment:  Approx. 3 hours on a Friday afternoon

Our Tandem Rider Volunteers play an important role in supporting those on a journey to a more active and healthier lifestyle by riding together on a tandem bike, or one of the specially adapted side by side bikes.

This activity takes place on a Friday afternoon, the club meets throughout the year for a group outing supported by a van. It usually includes a refreshment stop at a local café.

Skills required To be a confident cyclist and physically strong. To enjoy being part of a team. To be able to assist, when necessary, with sighted guidance/orientation (training will be provided). To be kind, empathetic and friendly. Please note that you will need to be over the age of 18  in order to apply for this role.

What our volunteers say

One of our tandem volunteers, says: “I look forward to going out with the group on the tandem bikes, we generally ride 5 miles. It’s good to have a challenge. Everyone really enjoys our trips out. Lots of laughter, good exercise, riding out in beautiful countryside with great company.”

How to apply To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply' button below and complete the application form. Upon receipt of your application, a member of our friendly Volunteering Team will contact you for an informal chat and to explain about the next steps. To ensure the safety of the people we support, we require a DBS check and two satisfactory references before a volunteer role is confirmed. As you will be volunteering directly with vulnerable individuals, you will also be required to undertake safeguarding training, as well as any training which is specific to the role. About Us 

At SeeAbility we specialise in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to realise their goals each and every day.

We encourage people with disabilities to challenge what they expect from life, from themselves and from wider society.

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK and has pioneered specialist support for over 220 years.

Our Benefits

Becoming one of our tandem bike riders will provide opportunities for those we support to increase their confidence, boost their mood and keep fit.

This is a fantastic opportunity to give something positive back to society and have a direct impact on people’s lives.

Tandem riding is a great way to get out and about, exercise, meet new people and help others.

About The Company

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