Foodbank Director – closing date 20 November 2026

The Foodbank Director will report directly to the Chair of Trustees and will lead the operation of West Berks Foodbank, with concern for its operational efficiency and standards in accordance with the Trussell franchise model. They will be responsible for the management of the Operations Manager, two Financial Inclusion Advisors and two Administrators as well as the volunteer Partnership Managers. In partnership with the trustees and wider management team: they will guide the development of the foodbank, including its staff, material resources, financial assets, reputation, partnerships and volunteer body.

Our passionate team of 6 staff and 170 volunteers support more than 1,500 households each year delivering vital services, strengthening community resilience and working towards long term solutions to hunger and hardship.

We are looking for an inspiring and experienced leader, and knowledge of the charitable sector would be advantageous.

Address Line 1
80 Greenham Business Park
Address line 2
Thatcham
Town
Reading
County
RG19 6HW
Postcode
Berkshire
Contract type
Full time
Location
West Berkshire
Salary
£40-45,000 based on experience
Contact
Olivia Greenaway (Chair of Trustees)
Main contact telephone
07512 774864
How to apply

Please email chair@westberks.foodbank.org.uk for full job description and an initial conversation

Open for applications from
6 October 2026
Closing date for applications
20 November 2026
Scheduled interview date
13 November 2026
Will my application be acknowledged?
All applicants, successful or otherwise, can expect to receive a reply from us in due course