FareShare Midlands
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Job Title: Warehouse Operative- Goods Out Champion Location: Birmingham, B24 8HZ Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £26655 per annum About FareShare Midlands FareShare Midlands is the region's largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we're fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here. The Role To undertake all aspects of warehouse duties, ensuring effective, safe and efficient distribution of food each day. You will have responsibility for coordination of our food stock, from goods-in to picking, dispatch and stock rotation and will be expected to drive vans, and Forklift Trucks (training provided). As the Goods Out Champion you will be responsible for ensuring all food items despatched from the depot have been quality checked, and are to a high standard on a daily basis. Working closely with the wider team and volunteers, you will also support the monitoring and utilisation of warehouse space, stock, deliveries and collections to ensure food reaches its destination amongst our members safely, on time and in full. Key Responsibilities 1. Operations Undertake all warehouse duties, ensuring effective, safe and efficient coordination and distribution and of food Work closely with the food safety lead to ensure all food items are quality checked before departure, using our in house 5 point check. To work to performance indicators so that stock is accurate, and delivery routes are efficient to allow the organisation to grow. To ensure that all work areas - both inside and outside the warehouse - are clean, organised and safe to work in. Follow all H&S and Food Safety standards set out in the FareShare policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all our colleagues & visitors, and the safe receipt of food by all our members. Undertake van/Forklift Truck driving duties to ensure effective, efficient timely and safe delivery & collection of food, in line with compliance standards Ensuring great customer service in delivery Loading and unloading, sorting for, and following deliveries, ensuring safe lifting, and carrying Refer van "issues", in a timely manner to Transport Department to ensure minimum disruption to service delivery Undertake all checks and procedures from pre-delivery to post-delivery Ensure lock up, parking and storage of vans and equipment following completion of deliveries 2. Volunteer Communication & Co-ordination Work closely with the volunteer teams a diverse group ranging from regular and long-term, volunteers, placements (e.g. Job Centre) to business people having just a 1-day volunteering experience - to ensure that all shift duties are covered, and teams work effectively Provide leadership and guidance to volunteers, ensuring they follow all policies and procedures, high standards of accuracy are maintained and their volunteer experience with FSM is a satisfying one. Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Volunteer Manager & wider staff team with the recruitment, training and development of volunteers in the context of our commitment to Equal Opportunities Participate in end of day reviews and planning for the next day's activities 3. Standards Ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and other standards applicable to the building, vehicles, refrigeration equipment, our staff and volunteers. carrying out risk assessments as required Uphold and develop high quality customer care towards & communication with our Community Food Members (CFMs) 4. Administration Ensure that food movements are accurately logged on the electronic stock management system Carry out depot administration, including running reports, correspondence with member groups, updating volunteer records Ensure that relevant administrative matters are dealt with in a timely way, for instance food safety traces & customer complaints. 5. FareShare Midlands Profile/Representation Represent FSM both internally and externally at an operational level through networking, promotional activity and sustaining well established links with Community Food Members, Suppliers and other key stakeholders at local, regional and national level. Build excellent relationships with local partners including public services and VCS and volunteer involving groups. Keep abreast of local and national developments in public and third sector policy likely to affect FSM ensuring it is positioned to influence and shape future policy. Ensure a positive culture within the organization, in line with FSM Values and Behaviours Framework, reflecting our joint commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, code of conduct, learning, development and continuous improvement, engendering trust amongst all stakeholders. This will include ownership for self/ personal development and the development of teams. Person Specification Skills & Experience Excellent, clear and proactive communication skills, both internal and with external stakeholders Team working skills, including both the ability to delegate and to develop people with a positive approach Good organisational skills including attention to detail, an ability to prioritise and meet deadlines working with own team All round good health and ability to do physically demanding work at times A positive and creative attitude in support of our FareShare & partners values A motivation to collaborate with and develop others, with a demonstrable commitment to Equal Opportunities A flexible work approach, including a willingness to cover alternative shift rotas Qualifications Essential Minimum 2 year's experience of working in a Warehouse environment Full UK driving license IT literacy, in particular of using Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word) Sound numeracy skills Health & Safety as it applies to food distribution (if not, it is essential that you have the commitment to training in these areas) Desirable Forklift Truck License Food Safety Level 2 How to Apply To apply, please submit: A supporting statement demonstrating your suitability for the role and explaining your interest in FareShare Midlands. Your CV. We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. "Right to Work" in the UK status is required. Closing date for applications is 23rd October 2026
Job Title: Warehouse Operative- Goods Out Champion Location: Birmingham, B24 8HZ Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £26655 per annum About FareShare Midlands FareShare Midlands is the region's largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we're fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here. The Role To undertake all aspects of warehouse duties, ensuring effective, safe and efficient distribution of food each day. You will have responsibility for coordination of our food stock, from goods-in to picking, dispatch and stock rotation and will be expected to drive vans, and Forklift Trucks (training provided). As the Goods Out Champion you will be responsible for ensuring all food items despatched from the depot have been quality checked, and are to a high standard on a daily basis. Working closely with the wider team and volunteers, you will also support the monitoring and utilisation of warehouse space, stock, deliveries and collections to ensure food reaches its destination amongst our members safely, on time and in full. Key Responsibilities 1. Operations Undertake all warehouse duties, ensuring effective, safe and efficient coordination and distribution and of food Work closely with the food safety lead to ensure all food items are quality checked before departure, using our in house 5 point check. To work to performance indicators so that stock is accurate, and delivery routes are efficient to allow the organisation to grow. To ensure that all work areas - both inside and outside the warehouse - are clean, organised and safe to work in. Follow all H&S and Food Safety standards set out in the FareShare policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all our colleagues & visitors, and the safe receipt of food by all our members. Undertake van/Forklift Truck driving duties to ensure effective, efficient timely and safe delivery & collection of food, in line with compliance standards Ensuring great customer service in delivery Loading and unloading, sorting for, and following deliveries, ensuring safe lifting, and carrying Refer van "issues", in a timely manner to Transport Department to ensure minimum disruption to service delivery Undertake all checks and procedures from pre-delivery to post-delivery Ensure lock up, parking and storage of vans and equipment following completion of deliveries 2. Volunteer Communication & Co-ordination Work closely with the volunteer teams a diverse group ranging from regular and long-term, volunteers, placements (e.g. Job Centre) to business people having just a 1-day volunteering experience - to ensure that all shift duties are covered, and teams work effectively Provide leadership and guidance to volunteers, ensuring they follow all policies and procedures, high standards of accuracy are maintained and their volunteer experience with FSM is a satisfying one. Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Volunteer Manager & wider staff team with the recruitment, training and development of volunteers in the context of our commitment to Equal Opportunities Participate in end of day reviews and planning for the next day's activities 3. Standards Ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and other standards applicable to the building, vehicles, refrigeration equipment, our staff and volunteers. carrying out risk assessments as required Uphold and develop high quality customer care towards & communication with our Community Food Members (CFMs) 4. Administration Ensure that food movements are accurately logged on the electronic stock management system Carry out depot administration, including running reports, correspondence with member groups, updating volunteer records Ensure that relevant administrative matters are dealt with in a timely way, for instance food safety traces & customer complaints. 5. FareShare Midlands Profile/Representation Represent FSM both internally and externally at an operational level through networking, promotional activity and sustaining well established links with Community Food Members, Suppliers and other key stakeholders at local, regional and national level. Build excellent relationships with local partners including public services and VCS and volunteer involving groups. Keep abreast of local and national developments in public and third sector policy likely to affect FSM ensuring it is positioned to influence and shape future policy. Ensure a positive culture within the organization, in line with FSM Values and Behaviours Framework, reflecting our joint commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, code of conduct, learning, development and continuous improvement, engendering trust amongst all stakeholders. This will include ownership for self/ personal development and the development of teams. Person Specification Skills & Experience Excellent, clear and proactive communication skills, both internal and with external stakeholders Team working skills, including both the ability to delegate and to develop people with a positive approach Good organisational skills including attention to detail, an ability to prioritise and meet deadlines working with own team All round good health and ability to do physically demanding work at times A positive and creative attitude in support of our FareShare & partners values A motivation to collaborate with and develop others, with a demonstrable commitment to Equal Opportunities A flexible work approach, including a willingness to cover alternative shift rotas Qualifications Essential Minimum 2 year's experience of working in a Warehouse environment Full UK driving license IT literacy, in particular of using Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word) Sound numeracy skills Health & Safety as it applies to food distribution (if not, it is essential that you have the commitment to training in these areas) Desirable Forklift Truck License Food Safety Level 2 How to Apply To apply, please submit: A supporting statement demonstrating your suitability for the role and explaining your interest in FareShare Midlands. Your CV. We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. "Right to Work" in the UK status is required. Closing date for applications is 23rd October 2026
FareShare Midlands
Birmingham, Staffordshire
SEQF Employment Specialist Birmingham, B24 8HZ Fixed Term Contract to 31.3.27 Salary: £31817 per annum (pro rata for Part Time). Location: Gravelly Hill, Birmingham B24 8HZ Benefits: 25 days holiday, pro-rata, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more Reporting to: Employability Manager About FareShare Midlands FareShare Midlands is the region's largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we're fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Supported Employment Specialist with a strong background in IPS (Individual Placement and Support) or SEQF (Supported Employment Quality Framework) models to join our team. The successful candidate will work directly with participants to help them identify, secure, and sustain competitive employment while building strong partnerships with employers and community support providers. This is a hands-on role that combines vocational coaching, employer engagement, and individualized support planning. Key Responsibilities: • Identify, recruit, and register eligible participants, conducting inductions and assessing individual employment barriers. • Work with participants to develop personalized vocational profiles, action plans, and career goals. • Deliver one-to-one and group coaching, employability workshops, and workplace skills training. • Apply the SEQF supported employment model, guiding participants through all five stages to achieve and sustain competitive employment. • Identify and develop relationships with local employers to create suitable, inclusive work opportunities. • Negotiate reasonable adjustments, job carving, and return-to-work strategies with employers. • Support employers to embed inclusive practices that meet business needs and participant goals. • Maintain accurate records of participant progress, outcomes, and employer engagement in line with SEQF standards. • Arrange access to training opportunities and develop partnerships with specialist support providers. • Ensure all placements and employment opportunities comply with safeguarding, health, and safety requirements. Essential Skills: • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Experience delivering one-to-one and group coaching or training sessions. • Ability to assess understanding, adapt resources, and provide tailored guidance. • Skilled at coaching, motivating, and inspiring participants to achieve employment goals. • Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, or other employment barriers. • Proven record in employer engagement and achieving positive participant outcomes. • Knowledge and practical experience of SEQF or IPS supported employment frameworks. Desirable Skills: • Knowledge of the food industry and retail sector in the Midlands. • Understanding of food waste and food poverty issues. • Level 3 IAG (Information, Advice, and Guidance) in Employability. • Understanding of welfare benefits. How to Apply: If you would like to apply for this role, please create a supporting statement to demonstrate your suitability and to explain your interest in both the job and FareShare Midlands. Please send your supporting statement with a copy of your CV. We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. We will be actively interviewing applicants as they apply
SEQF Employment Specialist Birmingham, B24 8HZ Fixed Term Contract to 31.3.27 Salary: £31817 per annum (pro rata for Part Time). Location: Gravelly Hill, Birmingham B24 8HZ Benefits: 25 days holiday, pro-rata, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more Reporting to: Employability Manager About FareShare Midlands FareShare Midlands is the region's largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we're fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot here. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Supported Employment Specialist with a strong background in IPS (Individual Placement and Support) or SEQF (Supported Employment Quality Framework) models to join our team. The successful candidate will work directly with participants to help them identify, secure, and sustain competitive employment while building strong partnerships with employers and community support providers. This is a hands-on role that combines vocational coaching, employer engagement, and individualized support planning. Key Responsibilities: • Identify, recruit, and register eligible participants, conducting inductions and assessing individual employment barriers. • Work with participants to develop personalized vocational profiles, action plans, and career goals. • Deliver one-to-one and group coaching, employability workshops, and workplace skills training. • Apply the SEQF supported employment model, guiding participants through all five stages to achieve and sustain competitive employment. • Identify and develop relationships with local employers to create suitable, inclusive work opportunities. • Negotiate reasonable adjustments, job carving, and return-to-work strategies with employers. • Support employers to embed inclusive practices that meet business needs and participant goals. • Maintain accurate records of participant progress, outcomes, and employer engagement in line with SEQF standards. • Arrange access to training opportunities and develop partnerships with specialist support providers. • Ensure all placements and employment opportunities comply with safeguarding, health, and safety requirements. Essential Skills: • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Experience delivering one-to-one and group coaching or training sessions. • Ability to assess understanding, adapt resources, and provide tailored guidance. • Skilled at coaching, motivating, and inspiring participants to achieve employment goals. • Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, or other employment barriers. • Proven record in employer engagement and achieving positive participant outcomes. • Knowledge and practical experience of SEQF or IPS supported employment frameworks. Desirable Skills: • Knowledge of the food industry and retail sector in the Midlands. • Understanding of food waste and food poverty issues. • Level 3 IAG (Information, Advice, and Guidance) in Employability. • Understanding of welfare benefits. How to Apply: If you would like to apply for this role, please create a supporting statement to demonstrate your suitability and to explain your interest in both the job and FareShare Midlands. Please send your supporting statement with a copy of your CV. We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. We will be actively interviewing applicants as they apply
