APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED
Are you excited to make a real difference in the local community? Through prevention and relief of food poverty crisis in Slough and the surrounding areas by providing emergency food supplies, basic toiletries and support to those in need.
Read on for our job advert and job description for the role of Foodbank Manager.
About Slough Foodbank
The object of Slough Foodbank is the prevention or relief of poverty in the United Kingdom, mainly in Slough and the surrounding area, in particular but not exclusively by providing emergency food supplies to individuals in need, as motivated by the principles of the Christian Faith.
Slough Foodbank believes that no one in the community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days worth of nutritionally balanced, emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. Last year we had 3,517 referrals which provided 7,365 emergency food parcels, sadly we have seen a 54% increase in the past two years. In addition to providing food and basic toiletries, we try, by means of signposting and monitoring and discussions with the supporting referrer to give a helping hand through a crisis.
Job purpose
We’re seeking someone who is called to lead through great teamwork, keeping our primary focus at the heart of all we do. Serving our clients well and fostering an environment of ‘can do’ and care. Our reach is culturally diverse and you’ll work with people who have varied experiences. You will have an eye for detail and be keen to see improvement across all areas of our work whilst recognising and embracing that the Foodbank is run by a small team of employees and 5 key volunteer roles which are supported by around 100 volunteers. Are you excited to make a real difference in the local community?
Main duties & Responsibilities
The manager has overall responsibility for the operation of the foodbank, ensuring that we are able to meet the needs of clients facing food poverty crisis. The role is wide-ranging and varied and responsibilities include:
- Primary contact for Trussell Trust
- Reporting to the Trustees, who have ultimate accountability for the Foodbank.
- Ensuring there are sufficient donations (both food, toiletries and financial)
- Volunteer& employee management
- Meeting clients’ needs through managing distribution of food parcels including oversight of the warehouse, distribution centres & signposting
- Recruiting and developing volunteers (and any approved employees)
- Building key external relationships with key referral agencies, local forums and networks
- PR & Communications – representing the foodbank externally, raising the profile of food poverty and lobbying for those in need
- Quality assurance & compliance
- Strategic leadership and process improvement
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Remuneration and how to apply
Full time, 35 hours per week based in Slough.
Salary: £27,500 – £33,500 (total benefits package £35,500)
Closing date: Friday 11th March, with 1st interviews to be held during week beginning 21st March
To apply: Please email [email protected] using the subject title: ‘Slough Foodbank Manager Role’, with a covering letter explaining relevant experience and CV. This role will be subject to a DBS check and requires a driving licence.
Slough Foodbank is a faith-based charity but applicants of all faiths and none will be considered. The charity is motivated by Christian principles, follows biblical values and has strong associations with local churches.