Narthex Sparkhill was founded over 20 years ago with a clear mission: to respond to the real and immediate needs of people in our local community, particularly those experiencing poverty and hardship ...
Foodbank lead volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Longer term volunteering
Contact person
Linda Smith
#125272
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Foodbank Volunteers help to support Narthex’s mission of providing dignified, compassionate assistance to individuals and families
As a Foodbank lead volunteer You will be responsible for leading a team of volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the foodbank.
Tasks include
Supporting volunteers at the foodbank
Checking foodbank client eligibility
Fulfilling foodbank vouchers using the Trussell trust database
Liaising with clients and signposting for financial support
The ideal candidate will:
Be available 12.30pm - 3.30pm on Fridays
Enjoy working as part of team
show empathy to others
Have good communication skills
This role is based at:
All Saints Church
Albert Road
Stetchford
Birmingham
B33 8UA
After initial training at
St Johns Church
St Johns Road
Sparkhill
B11 4RG
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About Narthex
Narthex Sparkhill was founded over 20 years ago with a clear mission: to respond to the real and immediate needs of people in our local community, particularly those experiencing poverty and hardship.
Over the years, we have:
Established a Foodbank service that has grown in scale and reach.
Built a trusted Information, Advice, and Guidance (IAG) service, including specialist money and debt advice.
Invested in warehouse, storage, and logistics systems to support food distribution across five foodbanks.
We are the largest foodbank in Birmingham with 5 satellites covering some of the most deprived areas of the city.
Serving 8089 vouchers per year, 3907 individual applicants, feeding 5202 adults and 1,052 children. In addition, we delivered advice session to 1265 individuals with 2967 issues
Developed strong volunteer programmes, engaging both local residents and corporate partners.
Introduced innovative services, such as our Pantry provision, to meet evolving needs.