Food Club Volunteer VH204

The Salvation Army; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Role :

To welcome and support the shopping needs of the Sheringham Food Club members whilst ensuring the space is safe and has a varied selection of appropriate goods for sale.

Summary of tasks:

• Talk to the Food Club members about their shopping needs and support accordingly in a welcoming and non-judgmental manner.
• Operate the till and serve members, and complete relevant paperwork as needed.
• Check and date food, and assist in the replenishing and display of items safely.
• Ensure the Food Club space and access is kept clean, tidy, and safe.
• Ascertain if further assistance is needed and signpost accordingly.
• Feedback to the Community Programme Coordinator/Community Manager as necessary.

Person Specification:

• Interest in and sympathy with the aims and objectives of The Salvation Army.
• Good interpersonal skills and be a team player with a flexible work ethic.
• Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults and a willingness to raise concerns where necessary.
• Good listening skills and ability to take instruction.
• Regular commitment to the Food Club.
• Ability to keep confidences and be sensitive to people’s circumstances.

Training & Support

The Salvation Army provides an induction/basic volunteer training via the I-Learn portal or at a training day as well as ongoing training as required. We also offer ‘taster’ sessions to see if our volunteer role is a good fit for your skills, experience, and interests.

Location

Sheringham Salvation Army Corps, Cremer Street NR26 8DZ.

Time commitment

The time commitment is 3-4 hours per week and will be agreed with the Community Programme Coordinator, but we can be flexible to meet your circumstances.

Volunteer expenses

The role is unpaid, but any expenses incurred can be paid with prior agreement of the Community Manager.

DBS checks

The Food Club Volunteer role does not currently require a DBS check. However, some of the people we work with are vulnerable and volunteers may deal with confidential and sensitive information. We have procedures and training in place to protect our volunteers and the people we serve, and we appreciate your commitment and cooperation with this.

References

We will require two character references from two referees who have known you for at least a year. One should be from your current or most recent employer or church leader (if applicable), or someone who can comment on you in an organisational capacity, through any other work or volunteering you have undertaken. The second reference should not be from a family member or anyone you live with. Please note it is your responsibility to obtain these references.

About the organisation

The Salvation Army is a worldwide Christian church and registered charity, which has been fighting against social inequality and transforming lives for over 150 years. Our new community Food Club is a not-for-profit social enterprise set up in partnership with the Norfolk Community Foundation and other partners/donors. Its purpose is to help people struggling with the current Cost-of-Living crisis by providing food and a limited selection of household goods for sale at a substantially reduced price.

Any questions?

If you have any questions and/or want to organise a taster session, please contact Simon Fenn, our Community Manager, on 01263 826059 | [e-mail].

How to apply:If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –
E: [e-mail]
T: 01263 519454.

Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website.