Volunteer Collectors use their own vehicle to collect food donations from collection points typically located in supermarkets, churches or community hubs. A collector may be allocated one or more location. Food and essentials collected are then delivered to our central Sherborne depot. Collectors are important as they develop and maintain positive relationships with the staff and management at our partner collection points.
Volunteer Collector
Location: Sherborne
Volunteer Collector Role
Hours as required in consultation with the food bank Depot Manager and supermarket or collection point. This is an open-ended arrangement, with a 3-month trial period.
- Collecting food and essentials donated to key collection points in Sherborne and surrounding areas.
- Own transport with valid driving licence, vehicle tax and appropriate insurance is a necessity. This could be shared transport if you are volunteering with another person.
- Applicants should be willing to undergo any required training for the role.
- A good team player with excellent communication skills
- A confident and calm manner when speaking with others
- Well organised and self-motivated
- Aware of the health and safety of self and others
- Physically fit, as this is a lifting and carrying role
- A high standard of personal hygiene (hand sanitiser is provided)
Successful applicants will undergo an induction, initial training and Health & Safety briefing.
Disclosure/Barring check (DBS) is not required for this role.
HOW TO APPLY
Once you’ve chosen the volunteer role that suits you, and you meet the requirements needed, simply complete our online application form and we’ll get back to you. If you need more information before deciding, please email volunteers@
