Foodbank Support Worker

Apply before 11.59pm on 1 May 2026.

Job summary

Salary
£13,325 (£26,300 FTE)
Location
Waterside (Blackfield)
Workplace
Hybrid working
Contract
Permanent
Hours per week
19

How to apply

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About the role

Citizens Advice New Forest is seeking a compassionate Foodbank Support Worker to provide advice and practical support to foodbank users across the Waterside. The role focuses on helping people experiencing financial hardship, including debt and benefits issues, and supporting access to wider Citizens Advice services.

You will work mainly through outreach sessions at the foodbank in Blackfield, with some office and home-based working. Support will be delivered via face-to-face appointments, telephone and email.

This role suits someone who is empathetic, a strong communicator and motivated to support vulnerable people. An advice background is desirable, but applicants with transferable skills and a willingness to train are encouraged to apply

Annual Salary £13,325 (£26,300 FTE) with a salary review on successful completion of a three month probation.

If you would like an informal chat to discuss this role further, please email jobs@canf.uk

Please refer to the Job Pack on our website https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/about-us/jobs/ which contains a detailed role profile, person specification and how to apply.

Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis. Closing date Friday 1st May 2026.