Volunteer Opportunities
You’ll play a key role in supporting our companions (formerly homeless people) and helping to keep our food distribution running smoothly.
Main responsibilities include:
• Driving our minibus to transport companions between our community and our shop in Swinton.
• Collecting surplus food from local donors for our house and food pantry.
• Making regular collections from FareShare, helping keep our food pantry well stocked.
• Taking companions to appointments and personal development opportunities.
• Essential: Delivering food parcels to vulnerable households every Wednesday (9.30am–1.30pm).
• Ideally on occasions you would drive our long-wheelbase van when needed.
Availability:
Wednesdays are essential. Additional support flexible on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays would be ideal.
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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We’re looking for someone who:
• Has a full UK driving licence.
• Can safely lift and move furniture and heavy items.
• Communicates clearly and has a positive, can-do attitude, can act as a mentor.
• Is reliable, organised and enjoys working with others.
Time commitment:
Ideally Tuesdays (9am–4pm), with flexibility for one or two days per week.
What We Offer:
• Optional training and support (in person and online with certificates).
• Free lunch and travel expenses reimbursed.
• All PPE provided.
• 20% discount in our charity shop for all volunteers.