Volunteer & Donate
Volunteer
Volunteers are the life blood of foodbanks. Your skills could be just what we need.
Volunteers are the driving force behind foodbanks. There are thousands of volunteers across the UK, helping The Trussell Trust Foodbank Network get emergency food to people in crisis. We want you to enjoy volunteering and there are lots of ways to get involved. Whatever role you choose, you will make a real difference to the life of someone in crisis.
Vacancies:
Finance Trustee:
We are seeking to appoint a Trustee with professional finance experience/qualifications to join our Board of Trustees.
What You’ll Do
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As a member of the Finance Committee, you will help oversee the financial affairs of the organisation, ensuring that robust financial controls, transparency, and accountability are maintained, and that all statutory and regulatory obligations are met.
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You will provide advice and guidance to the Board of Trustees on all financial matters relating to Wirral Foodbank, supporting informed decision-making and the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation.
What We’re Looking For
- We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:
- Financial management, accounting, audit, banking, or related experience. Experience with finance in the ‘charitable’ or ‘not for profit’ sector would be ideal but not essential.
- Strategic thinking and sound judgement.
- An understanding of good governance and fiduciary responsibility.
- A commitment to the values and mission of Wirral Foodbank.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a trustee board.
If you are interested, please download a full copy of the Finance Trustee role description. Applications to be submitted to Richard Roberts, General Manager, Wirral Foodbank by Friday 3rd July- [email protected]
Office Volunteers:
Join our team of office volunteers, responsible for all aspects of administering Wirral Foodbank.
What You’ll Do
- Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries from members of the public, charities, and organisations issuing foodbank vouchers
- Carry out general office duties, including photocopying, data entry, and other administrative tasks
- Contact foodbank clients to discuss additional support available and help address the underlying reasons for requiring emergency food assistance
What We’re Looking For
- A self-motivated individual with a strong commitment to supporting the local community
- Good IT and computer skills
- Previous experience working in an office or administrative environment
- Confidence and experience in speaking with individuals over the telephone and encouraging them to access further guidance and support through our Foodbank Plus Citizens Advice service
Warehouse volunteers:
Join our team of warehouse volunteers and help ensure food donations are prepared and ready for distribution to our foodbank centres.
What You’ll Do
- Receive and organise food donations.
- Sort donations by date and food category.
- Help prepare crates for distribution to foodbank centres.
What We’re Looking For
- A self-motivated individual with a strong commitment to supporting the local community.
- A reliable team player who works well with others.
- While no heavy lifting is required, volunteers should be comfortable moving around the warehouse, accepting donations from donors, and loading crates.
Volunteer Drivers:
Join our team of drivers, who deliver food to our foodbank centres and collect food from collection points across Wirral.
What You’ll Do
- Collect food donations from supermarkets and other collection points across Wirral
- Deliver food supplies to foodbank centres throughout Wirral
What We’re Looking For
- A self-motivated individual with a strong commitment to supporting the local community
- Previous experience driving transit vans
- The ability to safely lift and move crates on and off a transit van
Volunteer for our foodbank centres:
Join our team in providing direct, compassionate support to people visiting the foodbank. Volunteers help prepare food parcels, offer a warm welcome, and signpost clients to additional support services.
What you’ll do
- Greet clients and make them feel comfortable
- Check voucher validity and pack food parcels
- Provide refreshments and keep the centre tidy
- Listen to clients and offer signposting information
What we’re looking for
- A strong team player with good communication skills
- Self‑motivated and committed to supporting the community
Volunteer Application Form March 2026
You can also post your application to us at:
Wirral Foodbank Unit 14 Wirral Business Centre Dock Road Birkenhead CH41 1JW
Please mark applications FAO Liz Appleby. If you have any queries please telephone 0151 638 7090.
We look forward to hearing from you.