Job Description

Role: Van Driver

Based: Camberwell covering Camberwell, Islington and Gackney

Rate: £15.24ph PAYE

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 2-month temporary contract possible extension

Hours: 14 hours Tuesday and Wednesday (occasional Mondays)

Our client is looking for a Van Driver to support day-to-day delivery of the London Pantry programme by ensuring safe, timely collection and distribution of food supplies across multiple Pantry sites

Synopsis of Duties

• Collecting food deliveries from suppliers (e.g. Felix Project) and transporting to Pantry locations
• Distributing stock across multiple sites in line with daily schedules and priorities
• Loading, unloading and handling food safely, including fresh produce
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks and ensuring safe, legal use of vehicles
• Supporting Pantry teams with stock organisation and set-up where required
• Ensuring deliveries arrive on time to allow smooth Pantry opening
• Assisting with storage, rotation and movement of stock between sites
• Supporting Pantry teams to maintain clean, organised, and safe storage and working environments
• Ensuring stock areas and vehicles are always kept tidy and well-managed
• Liaising with Pantry staff and Operations Coordinator to manage delivery schedules
• Flagging supply issues, shortages or operational challenges promptly
• Building positive working relationships with suppliers and partners
• Acting as a reliable point of contact to support smooth and consistent supply
• Maintaining awareness of safeguarding concerns and reporting any issues promptly in line with safeguarding procedures
• Ensuring safe handling of food, equipment and environments in line with health & safety and food hygiene standards
• Maintaining accurate records where required (deliveries, collections, mileage)
• Ensuring the vehicle is put on charge and ready for use
• Following health & safety, food hygiene, and organisational policies
• Supporting a positive team culture across Pantry sites

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of driving for work (delivery/logistics desirable)
• Experience of working in community, retail, warehouse or similar environments
• Understanding of safeguarding and willingness to follow procedures
• Basic DBS
• Full UK Driving Licence with business insurance
• Available immediately

Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.