Volunteer at Daft as a Brush Cancer Patient Care
Daft as a Brush depends on our fantastic volunteers, without them, the charity could not operate our free patient transport service.
If you can spare some time and wish to be involved helping cancer patients get to and from hospital, please apply online or call us for more information (0191) 28 55 999 and chat with David Wilson. Join the family! We require drivers and Ambulance companions in the North East and North West of England. Thank you.


URGENTLY needed – Ambulance Drivers
The role of the Daft as a Brush Driver is the safe and timely collection of the patient from their home to the location of their treatment, which is predominantly but not exclusively the Freeman Hospital. A full driving license is essential. Working as part of a team with your designated Companion, you will ensure that the patient is transported in a comfortable and caring environment. Positions are available both north and south of the River Tyne.
URGENTLY needed – Ambulance Companions
Daft as a Brush Companions are to support the patient during their journey to the location of their treatment. This includes supporting the driver in their role, which is to ensure the safe and timely collection of the patient from a predetermined point to the location of their treatment. You will use mobility and manual handling aids e.g. wheelchairs, as well as physical assistance, to aid the patient on their journey to recovery.
Other positions are available, please complete the form below to apply – Thank you!
Please complete the form below to apply
Prefer to write out an Application Form instead?
Please click here to download the Volunteer Application Form.
Once complete simply post back to us for attention of David Wilson. Alternatively, use your smartphone to take a clean picture of each side and email to volunteers@daftasabrush.org.uk