Emmaus South Manchester is recruiting for a new Van Driver to support our social enterprise and charitable activities in Wythenshawe.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Van Driver to support our social enterprise and charity retail operations in Wythenshawe. Securing high-quality, saleable donations of furniture and household items is key to our success and the Van Driver will work as both driver and van crew, collecting and delivering items sold through our Emmaus Emporium charity store.

In addition, there will be times when the Van Driver is required to assist in retail areas and to fulfil other duties, bringing variety to the role. We are looking for someone who has a real ‘can do’ attitude and enjoys working as part of a small team of employees, volunteers and trustees. If you’re passionate about making a difference and seeing a long-lasting impact, then this is the perfect time for you to get involved with Emmaus.

Emmaus South Manchester is working to establish a new Emmaus community to support people who experience homelessness and poverty in the local area.

We are currently working together within an innovative social enterprise to generate the funds and support needed to kick-start a new residential community. Our social enterprise is based at our Wythenshawe Emporium charity store, offering a range of furniture, household items, electricals, fashion, toys, books, music, vintage and craft items. Our store is open five days a week and we also collect donated items and deliver sold items. We also work with local partners to support people and families in need, as part of our wider commitment to solidarity.

Emmaus South Manchester is part of a wider movement of Emmaus charities across the UK. Building on each person’s abilities, Emmaus offers skills and work opportunities with a home and place to belong – we’re there at every step of their journey out of homelessness.

To apply for this Operations Manager role, please email your CV and a covering letter to: reuben@emmaussouthmanchester.org.uk

Before applying, please ensure you download and read the Van Driver Information Pack and refer to the job description and person specification when writing your covering letter.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 24 October 2025. 

The Emmaus South Manchester Emporium is open Wednesday to Friday, 10am-4pm, and on Saturday, 10am-2pm. Find out how to donate goods or request a free furniture collection.