Volunteer Pantry Delivery Driver

1 week ago

Camberwell, Greater London, United Kingdom St Giles Trust Full time
Job Reference: VPD-241Salary: VolunteerContract Type: VolunteerContract Length: Volunteer (Minimum 6 months)Working Hours: 4 Hours Per Week (Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00am-11:00am)Location: Camberwell Head Office

Job Summary
  • Are you a physically fit, proactive and organized individual with experience in van delivery, especially in food distribution and use of chilled vehicles?
  • Looking to make a difference in a vital voluntary role?

St Giles is seeking a Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver to deliver food to our Camberwell Pantry through The Felix Project depot in Deptford.

The Pantry is a Social Supermarket helping clients access affordable and healthy food weekly for up to six months, providing both immediate assistance and a sustainable path out of poverty.


About St Giles Trust

St Giles Trust, an ambitious charity, assists individuals in challenging circumstances to secure jobs, homes, and necessary support. Central to their approach is the belief that those who have successfully overcome adversities can inspire positive changes in others.


About the Role

The Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver will transport goods between St Giles Pantry, Camberwell, and the Felix Project depot in Deptford, adhering to safety and handling guidelines.

Responsibilities include vehicle safety checks, reporting incidents, adapting to changing situations, and upholding courteous interactions with volunteers and staff.


Requirements
  • Full and valid driving license
  • Physical fitness for manual loading
  • Previous experience in van delivery, preferably in food distribution with chilled vehicles
  • Food safety and hygiene qualification or willingness to obtain one
  • Quick decision-making abilities
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Familiarity with safety protocols in driving and loading/unloading

Applicants must undergo a Basic DBS check due to St Giles's work with vulnerable individuals. Individuals with personal experience related to the job's context are strongly encouraged to apply.

St Giles ensures inclusivity and values diverse perspectives, actively welcoming applicants from various backgrounds and abilities.

To encourage diversity, St Giles guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting the job description criteria.

For applications, please refer to the organization's website, avoiding late submissions due to ongoing shortlisting.



Closing date: 2nd June 2024Interview date: 18th June 2024

Previous candidates are not required to reapply.

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