Event Overview
The Preston and Bolton Indoor Wheelchair Tennis Tournaments are international tournaments organised by the Tennis Foundation and are part of the UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour. They have a long history in the North-East of England and players like coming back to the tournaments because of the friendly welcome they receive as well as the good facilities and organisation. Some of Rio’s Paralympic Wheelchair Tennis stars will be participating so we should be in for a great two weeks of tennis.
Role Outline
Volunteers play a vital role in transporting the players during the tournament and we are seeking volunteer drivers to assist us with this. Drivers will play an integral role in transporting athletes and support staff on arrival and departure from Manchester airport as well as taking them from South Ribble Tennis Centre to Bolton Arena when they transfer from one tournament to the other.
Role Requirements
Comfortable driving a wheelchair accessible minibus (17 seater / 5 wheelchairs) (smaller vehicles may be used too);
• Communicate with the Tournament Director to provide regular updates.
• Transport athletes and team staff to and from Manchester airport; Days we require drivers: - Preston - Tuesday 14
th February & Wednesday 15th February (airport pick-ups) - South Ribble Tennis Centre – Bolton Arena - Sunday 19th February - Bolton - Monday 20th February (airport pick-ups) - Bolton - Friday 24th February, Saturday 25th February & Sunday 26th
February (airport drop-offs) *Plus possibly some other days during the tournaments.
Person Specification
• 25 years old or over (due to insurance requirements);
• Held a UK driving licence for a minimum of 5 years (with no more than 6 points on your licence);
• Safe and competent driving ability;
• Reliable and punctual.
Benefits:
Meals & refreshments whilst on shift;
• Playing a critical part in contributing to the success of two major wheelchair sports events;
• Opportunity to see some of the world’s very best wheelchair tennis players;
• Event t-shirt.
Time Commitment:
A minimum of two shifts. Shifts can be split to an AM / PM arrangement. Shifts timings are dependent on airport arrivals & departures but will hopefully begin no earlier than 8am.
If you are interested in volunteering please click on the link below to complete the on-line interest form and will be in touch with more details.
On-line form here
If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Kirsty on Kirsty.Thomson@tennisfoundation.org.uk
THANK YOU!