Volunteer Opportunity

Food Hub Volunteer

Help Children With Voices provide practical food support, dignity-led community care, and a welcoming experience for families in Hackney.

Best for
People who enjoy practical, hands-on community support.

Time commitment
Flexible sessions depending on programme needs and availability.

Location
Community-based support in Hackney.

What This Role Supports

Supporting Families Through Food, Dignity and Care

Food Hub volunteers help Children With Voices support families who may be experiencing food insecurity, financial pressure, or limited access to fresh and nourishing food.

This role is about more than distributing food. It helps create a welcoming, respectful and community-led environment where families feel seen, supported and treated with dignity.

What You’ll Help With

Practical Support That Makes a Direct Difference

Welcoming families and helping create a calm, friendly environment.
Supporting food sorting, packing, preparation, or distribution.
Helping keep the Food Hub organised, safe and accessible.
Supporting community conversations and signposting where appropriate.
Working alongside staff and other volunteers during Food Hub sessions.

Who This Is For

A Good Fit for Community-Minded Volunteers

Friendly and reliable

You enjoy meeting people and can help create a welcoming first impression.

Practical and hands-on

You are comfortable helping with sorting, lifting light items, organising and setting up.

Respectful and discreet

You understand that families may be facing sensitive circumstances and deserve dignity.

Team-focused

You are happy working alongside staff, volunteers and community members.

Time Commitment

Flexible Support Around Programme Needs

Food Hub volunteering can usually be arranged around scheduled community sessions. Availability may vary depending on current programme delivery, donations, and local need.

Volunteers may be asked to complete an induction and follow Children With Voices’ safeguarding, confidentiality and food-handling guidance where relevant.

Interested in Supporting the Food Hub?

Get in touch with Children With Voices to ask about current Food Hub volunteer opportunities and upcoming sessions.

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