Volunteer Driver

The impact of food and price inflation is likely to have a continiung and significant impact on the need for emergency food support. We are looking to increase our pool of volunteer drivers to respond to this need, particularly on weekdays. If you own a vehicle, and you and that vehicle meet our specifications, then you can deliver food parcels to people in need, collect donations from supermarkets, and various other collection points. For this role you will need to confirm that:

• You have a full driving licence, no bans or convictions.

• Your car is registered, insured and taxed; has a current MOT certificate (if your vehicle needs one); is roadworthy.

• Your car insurance covers you while volunteering (insurers who have signed up to ABI’s volunteer driving – motor insurance commitment do not charge an extra premium but you may need to notify them).

• You are willing to undergo a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

What skills do I need?

FoodBox is a local community project where everyone is a volunteer. We understand that whilst emergency food can’t solve poverty it can provide a lifeline while other issues in people’s lives are addressed.  Some of our volunteers were once helped by FoodBox to get them through difficult times and now volunteer so that they can help others.

We are inclusive and open to anyone who shares our values of making a positive impact on our community.  Volunteers often find the experience enriching and it can help to build their own confidence.  There’s always an opportunity to learn new skills and share your own skills with others.

If you like being in a friendly, empathetic and professional environment where everyone is committed to providing the best service and your voice can be heard, why not join FoodBox? You’ll receive an induction and training to help you prepare for volunteering.  Everyone gives their time freely to FoodBox but we will reimburse your expenses incurred while volunteering.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

We operate a rota system and confirm driver availability at least a week in advance. Drivers typically volunteer 1 or 2 times per week and collect food parcels from our community centre in Brentford between 10am and 1pm and deliver right across the borough of Hounslow. A shift may take 2 - 3 hours. The need for deliveries on any particular day depends on referrals for food parcels received.

Where does this role take place?