Tandem Pilot - Cycling with people with sight loss

Tandem Pilot Love cycling? Want to share the ride? As a Tandem Pilot, you’ll team up with a blind or partially sighted person to enjoy the freedom of cycling together. You don’t need tandem experience — just confidence on a bike, clear communication, and a sense of adventure! BucksVision provides the tandem bikes, and you’ll provide the power, guidance, and friendship that make every ride possible. Where & when? Milton Keynes — Monday, Friday, or Saturday mornings. What you will be doing: • Cycling as the front rider (pilot) on a tandem with a blind or partially sighted person • Communicating clearly and working together as a team • Supporting members to stay active, social, and confident • Helping create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment What skills and experience are needed? • Confident and competent cyclist • Friendly, outgoing, and reliable • Good communicator and team player • Enthusiastic about outdoor activities • Flexible and committed What will you gain from the role? • The joy of sharing your love of cycling with others • Improved physical and mental wellbeing • New friendships and connections • Experience of working with people with sight loss • A real sense of achievement and adventure What support will be given? • Induction and training (including sight loss awareness and sighted guiding) • Tandem practice sessions provided • Ongoing support and development opportunities • Out-of-pocket expenses covered • Support from your Volunteer Manager and Tandem Group Volunteers Criminal Record Check Information (DBS): This role may require an Enhanced DBS check if combined with driving duties (working with adults at risk).