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Driver
Temporary Driver
Driver
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Remote / WFH
Job Description
Job description
Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute towards Poppyscotlands annual Poppy Appeal?
We are looking for two Temporary Drivers to join us on a fixed term basis until 13th December 2026 for our Poppy Appeal 2026 and operate from our Poppyscotland office at Holyrood Crescent, Glasgow.
Duties will include:
• Delivering and collecting poppies and tins to and from shops and businesses across Greater Glasgow area
• Delivering and uplifting bulk orders to and from volunteer Area Organisers in and around Glasgow and other areas of West Scotland.
• Coordinating selected Poppy Appeal collection activities at various venues in central Glasgow 21st October – +th November
• Communicating with volunteers and outlets in a positive and friendly manner
• Collecting in monies and excess stock after Remembrance period from the outlets delivered to
The Poppy Appeal Drivers will have the following essential attributes:
• Full, Clean UK Driving Licence with experience of driving a transit van
• Physically able to lift and carry
• Trustworthy and reliable
• A flexible approach to the unique and unpredictable needs of the Poppy Appeal
• A good communicator, who will portray a positive, friendly image to staff and the public
• A team player who can work on their own initiative and as part of a team
• A good geographic knowledge of Glasgow and the surrounding area
• Empathy to the work of our charity
Any offer of employment will be subject to usual pre employment checks including a PVG check.
This role will see you working directly to the Poppy Appeal Organiser. Basic contract of 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday between +.00 am-4.30pm, with the commitment to flex hours up or down depending on business needs. Ad hoc weekend working required and you will have the ability to work on Saturday October 26th, November 2nd and +th November 2026.
Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Poppyscotland is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.
We are Disability Confident employer, signed up to Race Equality Matters and Pride In Veteran standards.
Closing Date: Thursday 26th September 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute towards Poppyscotlands annual Poppy Appeal?
We are looking for two Temporary Drivers to join us on a fixed term basis until 13th December 2026 for our Poppy Appeal 2026 and operate from our Poppyscotland office at Holyrood Crescent, Glasgow.
Duties will include:
• Delivering and collecting poppies and tins to and from shops and businesses across Greater Glasgow area
• Delivering and uplifting bulk orders to and from volunteer Area Organisers in and around Glasgow and other areas of West Scotland.
• Coordinating selected Poppy Appeal collection activities at various venues in central Glasgow 21st October – +th November
• Communicating with volunteers and outlets in a positive and friendly manner
• Collecting in monies and excess stock after Remembrance period from the outlets delivered to
The Poppy Appeal Drivers will have the following essential attributes:
• Full, Clean UK Driving Licence with experience of driving a transit van
• Physically able to lift and carry
• Trustworthy and reliable
• A flexible approach to the unique and unpredictable needs of the Poppy Appeal
• A good communicator, who will portray a positive, friendly image to staff and the public
• A team player who can work on their own initiative and as part of a team
• A good geographic knowledge of Glasgow and the surrounding area
• Empathy to the work of our charity
Any offer of employment will be subject to usual pre employment checks including a PVG check.
This role will see you working directly to the Poppy Appeal Organiser. Basic contract of 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday between +.00 am-4.30pm, with the commitment to flex hours up or down depending on business needs. Ad hoc weekend working required and you will have the ability to work on Saturday October 26th, November 2nd and +th November 2026.
Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Poppyscotland is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.
We are Disability Confident employer, signed up to Race Equality Matters and Pride In Veteran standards.
Closing Date: Thursday 26th September 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
