Multi-Lingual Buddy - Wisbech Foodbank
| Posting date: | 18 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Other benefits include: • Employer contribution to Workplace pension 3% • Annual Leave: 29 days pa (pro rata) including 8 Bank Holidays • An option to purchase an additional working week’s annual leave in a financial year (to be taken within that financial year) • Additional holiday entitlement after completing 4 full years of service • Up to 3 additional days annual leave, due to office/service being closed between Christmas and New Year • A day off on your birthday or in the month of your birthday (this is in addition to annual leave entitlement) • Flexible and hybrid working negotiable • Learning and development opportunities • Employee Assistance Programme • Shopping and Lifestyle benefits scheme |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 August 2025 |
| Location: | Wisbech, Cambridgeshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Rural Cambs Citizens Advice Bureau Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | WFBK 072025 |
Summary
Multi-Lingual Buddy – Wisbech Foodbank
Location: Wisbech
Hours: 21 per week (currently Mon/Wed/Fri – may require some flexibility)
Salary: £13,497–£14,621 actual (FTE £23,780- £25,762)
Contract: Fixed term to 30 Sept 2026 (possible extension subject to funding)
Are you a people person who speaks Lithuanian, Latvian or Russian? Want to make a real difference in your community?
We’re looking for a Multi-Lingual Buddy to support individuals accessing Wisbech Foodbank. You’ll provide tailored 1-to-1 mentoring to help clients build confidence, reduce their reliance on foodbank services, and improve their wellbeing.
This is a rewarding, front-line role where you’ll:
• Work closely with foodbank staff, volunteers and the CARC team
• Support clients with practical goals around money, work, and digital skills
• Help connect people to the right advice, resources and local services
• Make a real impact on people’s lives
You’ll need:
• Fluency in Lithuanian, Latvian and/or Russian
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A compassionate, empowering approach
Join a supportive, mission-driven team making a lasting difference.
Location: Wisbech
Hours: 21 per week (currently Mon/Wed/Fri – may require some flexibility)
Salary: £13,497–£14,621 actual (FTE £23,780- £25,762)
Contract: Fixed term to 30 Sept 2026 (possible extension subject to funding)
Are you a people person who speaks Lithuanian, Latvian or Russian? Want to make a real difference in your community?
We’re looking for a Multi-Lingual Buddy to support individuals accessing Wisbech Foodbank. You’ll provide tailored 1-to-1 mentoring to help clients build confidence, reduce their reliance on foodbank services, and improve their wellbeing.
This is a rewarding, front-line role where you’ll:
• Work closely with foodbank staff, volunteers and the CARC team
• Support clients with practical goals around money, work, and digital skills
• Help connect people to the right advice, resources and local services
• Make a real impact on people’s lives
You’ll need:
• Fluency in Lithuanian, Latvian and/or Russian
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A compassionate, empowering approach
Join a supportive, mission-driven team making a lasting difference.
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