Volunteer - Tuesday Foodbank Session Volunteer

6 months ago

Newquay, United Kingdom Newquay Foodbank Full time

**DO SOMETHING AMAZING AND VOLUNTEER TODAY**

Newquay Foodbank are looking for Sessions Volunteers at our Tuesday sessions at St Columb Minor.

**Why we want you**:
Foodbanks provide essential community services to people in crisis.

Following guidance from the Session Manager you will make sure that clients get the support they need both by the receipt of a Foodbank parcel and the signposting on to further support as required.

Supporting a welcoming and non-judgemental environment for both volunteers and clients alike and treating all with the dignity and respect they deserve.

Your support will make a real impact within the community, ensuring families and individuals who are facing the very real issue of food poverty are not alone and receive the help they need.

**What will you be doing?**
- Creating a welcoming, caring and friendly atmosphere for volunteers and clients alike.
- Regularly report to the Session Lead on the progress of the session.
- Sorting and weighing stock as it enters the site.
- Packing parcels as directed by the session lead.
- Supporting clients who attend foodbank sessions.
- Signposting clients onto further support where required.

**The skills you need**:

- A commitment to the organisation and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Organised and self-motivated.
- A willingness and confidence to speak your mind.
- An ability to think creatively.
- Good communication skills.
- An eye for accuracy and detail.
- Good IT Skills.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Using your existing skills to make a difference
- Meet new people who share your passion to eradicate poverty in the community
- Make a real difference to the running of the Foodbank
- Mileage re-paid at 45p per mile
- Tempo Time Credit awards available.

Newquay Foodbank is a member of the Trussell Trust and is a registered Charity (Charity No.1190483) which supports individuals or families who find themselves in food poverty.

**PLEASE NOTE** - This is a voluntary position, there is no pay for this role.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Volunteer

Pay: £0.01 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SL-072022

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