Our Hook Foodbank Centre is currently in need of Volunteer Duty Drivers. 

The responsibility includes collecting food parcels from the Foodbank Centres on Mondays and Thursdays and providing a doorstep delivery to clients.  We do not open on Bank Holidays.  You will need to be physically able to carry packed shopping bags.  A small amount of paperwork will be involved, and you must hold a valid, clean driving licence.


What skills do I need?

  • Good communication skills, you will be comfortable dealing with clients experiencing crisis. 
  • Confident in working autonomously, with minimum supervision.
  • Full training on safeguarding and health & safety will be given. 
  • Please note that drivers will use their own vehicles and are advised to inform their insurer that they are conducting voluntary work for Foodbank.


Interests

  • Civic Responsibility and Communities
  • Families and Parenting
  • Health and Social Care

Activities

  • Driving
  • General Helping

Details

  • Accessibility
    Disability Access. However, volunteers to need to be able to carry full shopping bags.
  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • Current Driving Licence
  • DBS check needed
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Where applicable.
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Yes No No Yes No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

The Hook Foodbank Centre opening times are Mondays 11:30am-1pm and Thursdays 10:30am-12pm

Location

Life Church Centre
Elms Road
Hook
RG27 9DX

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