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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

https://www.DriveAbilityScotland.org.uk/

DriveAbility Scotland, 117 Brook Street, Glasgow (2026)

24/04/2026

🚨 We need your help in Inverness 🚨
Demand for our services across the Highlands is growing - and we’re now looking for a permanent base in Inverness to better support local people to stay independent and safe on the road. At DriveAbility Scotland, we support individuals to regain or maintain their driving independence through specialist, person-centred assessment and training.

Our services include:

🚗 Driving assessments (Occupational Therapist + Driving Assessor)

🧠 Advice on vehicle adaptations & specialist equipment

🔧 Adaptation assessments for return to driving

🚙 Specialist driving tuition in adapted vehicles

🧭 Guidance on wider mobility options to support independence

📍 What we’re looking for in Inverness:

✔️ 2–3 small office spaces

✔️ Accessible premises

✔️ Parking suitable for assessment vehicles

We know many charities, community organisations, and businesses have underused or available space - and we’d love to explore whether we could be a fit.

💡 Why this matters:

A permanent base in Inverness would mean:

• Faster access to local support

• Reduced long-distance travel for clients

• More people gaining timely help to stay independent

🤝 If you can help, or know someone who might, please share this post or get in touch directly.

📩 alex.ritchie@driveabilityscotland.org.uk

Every share helps us reach someone who might be able to make a real difference.

Capability Scotland
Disability Information Scotland
Scottish Autism
Euan's Guide
Inclusion Scotland
Disability Equality Scotland
Leonard Cheshire Scotland

23/04/2026

We’re Hiring - Join Our Specialist Team in Inverness!

DriveAbility Scotland is growing across the Highlands and we’re looking for two passionate professionals to join our team!

Whether you’re a registered Clinician or an experienced Approved Driving Instructor (ADI), this is your opportunity to be part of a service that genuinely changes lives.

📍 Inverness (with travel across the region when required)

🕐 Part-time: 1 day per week (7.5 hours), increasing to 2 days as demand grows

🗓️ Closing date: 15th May 2026

At DriveAbility Scotland, we support disabled and older people across Scotland to maintain independence through safe, confident driving. As part of the Driving Mobility network, we deliver expert, clinically led driving assessments and advice on vehicle adaptations.

👩‍⚕️ Part-Time Clinician / Occupational Therapist (Driving Assessments)

💷 £38,000 - £40,800 p.a. (pro rata)

Join our multidisciplinary team delivering specialist driving assessments.

In this role, you will:

✔️ Carry out assessments alongside a Driving Adviser

✔️ Assess physical, cognitive, perceptual & sensory abilities

✔️ Support clients with a wide range of conditions

✔️ Provide clear reports and recommendations

✔️ Advise on vehicle adaptations

✔️ Liaise with the DVLA and other professionals

We’re looking for:

✔️ HCPC (or equivalent) registered clinician

✔️ Strong clinical experience post-registration

✔️ Experience with complex/long-term conditions

✔️ Excellent communication & report writing skills

⭐ Experience in driving, rehab, or assistive tech is a bonus

🚘 Part-Time Driving Adviser (ADI)

💷 £37,000 - £38,600 p.a. (pro rata)

Use your ADI skills in a more specialist, rewarding role!

In this role, you will:

✔️ Deliver high-quality driving assessments

✔️ Work alongside clinicians and our wider team

✔️ Support clients with diverse needs

✔️ Produce clear reports and recommendations

✔️ Help create a supportive, client-centred experience

We’re looking for:

✔️ Minimum 3 years’ experience as an ADI

✔️ Strong communication & interpersonal skills

✔️ Confidence working independently and in a team

✔️ Good IT and report writing skills

⭐ Experience with adaptations or additional needs is desirable

🌱 What You’ll Get (Both Roles)

✔️ Full induction and specialist training

✔️ Ongoing supervision and development

✔️ Flexible working to support work-life balance

✔️ Access to national support networks

✔️ Opportunity to grow with an expanding service

📩 Interested? For an informal chat or to apply, contact: alex.ritchie@driveabilityscotland.org.uk

Send your CV and a covering email to apply.

💙 Join a team that’s helping people across Scotland stay mobile, independent, and confident on the road!

22/04/2026

🚗💬 A Fantastic Start at Our New Perth Outreach! 💬🚗

Following the launch of our new outreach facility in Perth, we’re so pleased to have already welcomed our first clients through the doors and what a brilliant start it’s been!

At DriveAbility Scotland, every assessment is about understanding the individual and finding the right pathway back to safe, confident and independent mobility. Here’s a glimpse of the journeys we’ve supported already:

✨ Linda’s Story
Linda came to us for an adaptations assessment after experiencing a stroke many years ago, which affected the right side of her body. Keen to begin learning to drive, she wanted to explore what adaptations could support her.

During her assessment, Linda trialled a left-foot accelerator and a keypad smart steer. With practice, her confidence and control improved, and she showed great potential using these adaptations. With some additional tuition, Linda is well on her way to building the skills and confidence needed to achieve her goal of driving.

✨ Stuart’s Story
Following a car accident that resulted in a head and spinal cord injury, Stuart attended for an adaptations assessment to explore options for returning to driving. He trialled both pull/push hand controls and an over-ring accelerator with push-away brake.

While he initially preferred one option, it was during the on-road drive that things really clicked. Stuart found himself enjoying driving again with the over-ring accelerator setup, a hugely positive step forward in his journey back to independence.

💙 These early assessments highlight exactly what our Perth outreach is all about, providing accessible, hands-on opportunities for people to explore solutions, rebuild confidence, and move forward safely.

We’re excited to continue supporting many more individuals across the region.

21/04/2026

🚗✨ Exciting News from DriveAbility Scotland! ✨🚗 We’re delighted to announce the launch of our new outreach facility in Perth, bringing our specialist driving and mobility assessments even closer to those who need them.

At DriveAbility Scotland, we’re passionate about helping people maintain or regain their independence through safe and confident mobility. This new location means individuals across Perth and the surrounding areas can now access our services more easily, without the need to travel long distances.

Our assessments are delivered by an Occupational Therapist and a Driving Assessor, combining clinical expertise with real-world, on-road evaluation. Whether someone is returning to driving after illness or injury, living with a long-term condition, or exploring vehicle adaptations, we’re here to provide clear, supportive, and personalised guidance every step of the way.

🌍 What this means:
✔️ Improved access to expert assessments
✔️ Reduced travel time for clients and families
✔️ Continued support for safe, independent mobility

This is another important step in our mission to ensure people across Scotland have access to high-quality, clinically led mobility services wherever they are.

📩 If you’d like to learn more about our Perth outreach, please get in touch with our team.

20/04/2026

“I thought losing my independence was inevitable…”

David was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2004.

Over time, driving started to feel uncertain.

Not gone - just… slipping out of reach.

Then he came to DriveAbility Scotland’s Inverness outreach facility.

And everything changed.

🗣 “It’s a Godsend… this will change lives.”

No long journeys.

No barriers.

Just real support, close to home.

🗣 “They were so helpful and accommodating… it wasn’t even an issue.”

And then came the moment that mattered most:

🗣 “My independence was within reach again.”

That feeling?

You can’t measure it.

But it changes everything.

This MS Awareness Week (20-26 April) - remember:

A diagnosis doesn’t define a future.

Access does.

If you’re living with MS - support is out there.

If you know someone who is - share this.

Because independence isn’t lost.

Sometimes, it just needs unlocking.

👉 If you or someone you know could benefit from an assessment, we’re here to help! Call 0141 648 8470, or email info@driveabilityscotland.org.uk 👈

MS Society UK, Multiple Sclerosis Trust

16/04/2026

We’re looking for passionate, thoughtful people to join our Board of Trustees and help shape the future of our charity.

This is a chance to use your skills where they really count - supporting meaningful work that changes lives.

We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in:

• Charity governance

• Fundraising for charities

• Strategic leadership & planning

We warmly encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability.

Representation matters, and diverse voices lead to better, more inclusive decisions at board level.

As a Trustee, you’ll help guide strategy, provide constructive challenge, and support the organisation to stay sustainable, effective, and true to its mission.

No prior Trustee experience?

That’s absolutely fine.

If you bring the right skills and commitment, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Interested?

Send your CV and covering letter (addressed to the Chair of the Board) to: andrew.swain@driveabilityscotland.org.uk

Know someone who’d be perfect for this? Please share this post 👇

14/04/2026

Tuesday Testimonial! 💙 We are delighted to share another inspiring story from one of our clients, Iain, who has kindly spoken about how DriveAbility Scotland has supported his journey back to driving!

🗣️“Being back on the road is incredibly freeing. My adapted Motability vehicle has let me reconnect with family, friends and colleagues again. I can now drive to see my brother in Oban regularly, it’s all about freedom.”

After facing challenges with driving, Iain’s journey shows just how life-changing the right support and vehicle adaptations can be.

With guidance from our specialist team, he’s been able to regain his confidence and enjoy the freedom of the road once again!

Stories like Iain’s highlight the real impact of our services helping people stay independent, connected, and mobile in a way that works for them.

Driving Mobility

If you or someone you know could benefit from an assessment, we’re here to help! Call 0141 648 8470, or email info@driveabilityscotland.org.uk

11/04/2026

Today is World Parkinson’s Day 2026! 💙

This is the time to raise awareness and understanding of a condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that can impact:

▪ Movement

▪ Coordination

▪ Reaction time

▪ Concentration

Symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, slower movements and fatigue can all influence how someone drives and these changes can vary from person to person, and even day to day.

At DriveAbility Scotland, we recognise that a diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean giving up driving.

For many, driving is key to maintaining independence, staying connected with family and friends, and continuing everyday life.

Our clinically-led driving assessments, carried out by an Occupational Therapist and a Driving Assessor, help individuals understand how Parkinson’s may be affecting their driving in a safe and supportive environment.

We look at everything from physical control and reaction times to cognitive function and fatigue.

Where appropriate, we can recommend:

🚗 Vehicle adaptations to make driving easier and more comfortable

🎯 Specialist driving tuition to build confidence and adjust to changes

🧭 Ongoing advice to help plan for the future as needs evolve

Our aim is always to provide clear, professional guidance, helping people make informed decisions about their mobility, whether that means continuing to drive safely or exploring alternative options.

This World Parkinson’s Day, we stand with everyone affected by Parkinson’s and celebrate the importance of safe, supported independence.

💙 If you or someone you know would benefit from a driving or mobility assessment, get in touch with our team to find out how we can help.

07/04/2026

Use your experience to create lasting change. Become a Trustee! We’re seeking committed & thoughtful Board Trustees to help shape the future of our charity & strengthen the impact of our work. Full details below ⤵️

We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in:

Charity governance

Charitable fundraising

Strategic leadership and planning

We are also especially keen to hear from individuals with lived experience of disability.

We value perspectives that reflect the communities we serve and believe this insight is vital to inclusive, effective decision‑making at board level.

As a Trustee, you’ll contribute strategic oversight, constructive challenge, and guidance, helping ensure the organisation remains sustainable, impactful, and true to its values.

Whether you’re an experienced trustee or bringing relevant professional and lived experience for the first time, your voice could make a real difference!

How to apply: Please send a covering letter and CV, addressed to the Chair of the Board, by email to: 📧 andrew.swain@driveabilityscotland.org.uk

05/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter from DriveAbility Scotland! 🐰

Wishing all our clients, partners and community a joyful and relaxing Easter.

Whether you’re spending time with loved ones, getting out and about or simply enjoying a well-earned break, we hope your weekend is filled with happiness, fresh starts and a few chocolate treats too! 🍫

At DriveAbility Scotland, we’re proud to support independence and mobility all year round and Easter is a lovely reminder of new beginnings and brighter journeys ahead.

💛 From all of us, have a wonderful Easter!

02/04/2026

🌍 Happy World Autism Awareness Day 2026 💙

Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, we’re recognising and celebrating autistic individuals across Scotland and beyond and reflecting on the importance of understanding, inclusion, and meaningful support!

Autism is different for everyone. For some, learning to drive or staying on the road can bring unique challenges but with the right support, it can also open up life-changing opportunities for independence and connection.

At DriveAbility Scotland, we’re proud to support autistic individuals through:

✅Clinically led driving assessments

✅Tailored advice

✅ Specialist tuition

Our team takes the time to understand each person’s needs, helping them explore driving in a way that feels safe and comfortable and right for them.

🚗 For many, being able to drive isn’t just about getting from A to B, it’s about freedom, routine, and greater control over daily life.

Today is a reminder that creating accessible opportunities starts with awareness and grows through acceptance.

By understanding different experiences, we can help ensure that more people have the chance to achieve their goals including getting behind the wheel.

💙 Let’s continue to build a world that supports, includes, and empowers everyone.

👉 If you or someone you know could benefit from an assessment, we’re here to help. Visit driveabilityscotland.org.uk, call 0141 648 8470, or email info@driveabilityscotland.org.uk 👈

01/04/2026

Active April with DriveAbility Scotland! 💙 This month is all about building confidence, independence, and wellbeing!

From getting outside for fresh air to trying something new or simply taking time to reset - every small action matters.

At DriveAbility Scotland, we know that staying active looks different for everyone. Whether it's adapting an activity, or finding new ways to stay mobile, we’re here to support your journey.

📅 Which activity will you take on this April? Tell us below! ⤵️

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