Community Guider Volunteer
Food bank centres across Edinburgh
Flexible
Role
The Community Guider Volunteer plays a vital role in creating a warm, welcoming environment for clients attending food bank sessions. This role focuses on providing a compassionate, listening ear and supporting clients to access additional help by signposting them to relevant services and resources. While this is not a formal advice role, volunteers will be trained to recognise key needs and offer appropriate information.
Typical Tasks
- Welcome clients warmly and help create a friendly, non-judgemental atmosphere.
- Offer tea, coffee, and light refreshments to clients attending sessions.
- Engage in supportive, confidential conversations with clients who wish to talk.
