Become a Support Driver – Make Every Journey Matter

"A safe ride today can help build a safer future tomorrow." — Out-of-Home Care Program

Help children in foster and kinship care access the support they deserve

Are you a compassionate, reliable driver with time to give and a heart for supporting vulnerable children?

We’re looking for Support Drivers to assist children and young people in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) by providing safe, consistent transport to and from:

• School and education programs
• Medical and therapy appointments
• Family and social visits
• Extracurricular and community activities

Why this role matters

As a Support Driver, you’re more than just a lift — you’re a stable, trusted presence in a child’s life. You’ll help:

Maintain routine and stability Foster community connection and social growth Support education, health, and well-being outcomes Work alongside carers, caseworkers, and professionals

**Who we’re looking for **

• Responsible, patient and compassionate individuals
• Reliable and flexible availability (weekdays preferred)
• Good communication skills and a child-safe mindset
• A commitment to privacy and professionalism

We Welcome Volunteers from All Backgrounds

We value diversity and inclusion. Whether you're:

• Retired and want to stay active,
• A student seeking meaningful experience,
• A parent with school hours free,
• A community member wanting to give back,

Requirements

• Valid Victorian Driver’s License

Willingness to undergo:

• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (NPC)
• Relevant induction and child safety training

What we offer

• Reimbursement for mileage or use of fleet vehicles (where applicable)
• Ongoing support and training
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your schedule

The chance to make a meaningful impact — one trip at a time

Make a real difference – one trip at a time. Contact us: Paula.Cox@vt.uniting.org Ph. 0402 236 082

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.