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Volunteers are the heart of food banks. Your skills could be just what we needđź’š
We want you to enjoy volunteering, and there are lots of ways to get involved. Whatever role you choose, you will make a real difference to the life of someone in crisis.
New Volunteer Roles Available
We currently have regular volunteering opportunities available. These roles are for individuals who can make an ongoing commitment and would like to provide consistent support. All volunteers must be aged 16 or over.
One Off Volunteering opportunities
Our one off volunteering opportunities are currently full. This includes opportunities for individuals aged 16 and over, as well as those volunteering through corporate or workplace give back programmes.These opportunities will reopen in May, so please check back then for new availability. Thank you for your interest and support. It is greatly appreciated.
Regular Volunteering Opportunities
Click here Centre helper Penge
Location: The Salvation Army 172–176 Maple Rd, Penge, London SE20 8JB
Hours: Every Monday, 10:00 – 13:00
About the Role We are looking for a friendly and caring volunteer to join our team as a Centre Packer. In this role, you will help prepare food parcels for people visiting our foodbank. You’ll work from our packing lists and make sure each parcel is packed with care. You will be part of a supportive team, and we’ll give you full training. There is also the chance to learn more about the computer side of serving clients if you’d like.
Click here- Supermarket-ambassador assistant
Location:Â Orpington / Bromley (one volunteer per area)
Hours:Â Flexible, to support ambassador visits and store engagement
About the Role We are looking for two friendly and organised volunteers to support our existing team of supermarket ambassadors, one in Orpington and one in Bromley. In this role, you will help ensure our supermarket collection points run smoothly by assisting ambassadors with maintaining strong relationships with local stores and communicating how each store supports the foodbank’s work.
It is ideal if volunteers are able to support a supermarket that is close to where they live, making it easy and convenient to travel to the store.
Full training provided.
Click here – Customer service & fuel bank Volunteer
About the Role
As a Customer Service and Fuel Bank Voucher Volunteer, you will respond to voicemail messages from members of the public who are seeking food and practical support, including referrals to the Fuel Bank. You will provide a polite, caring, and supportive response to people in need.This role would suit someone who is confident using a computer, able to listen carefully, and comfortable speaking with people who may be in difficult situations.
When & WhereÂ
Day:Â Every Friday
Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: Home based, so you will need access to a computer and a phone.
Full training provided
Corporate Volunteering Team Building Days
Bring your team, have fun, and make an impact.
We are now open to taking bookings for your corporate team days at our warehouse and our brand new supermarket style challenge team building day.
Please email us below to find out more.
Other Ways to Support Us
If you have another way to get involved or support our work, we would love to hear from you.
Please email [email protected]