Volunteering is a rewarding and enjoyable way of supporting animal welfare work. It provides an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of animals that come to the attention of the Branch. We place a high value on the support we receive from our volunteers as their help enables us focus our resources on assisting animals in need that come into our care.
What can I do as a volunteer?
While most volunteering activities for the Branch do not involve practical animal care, opportunities exist to become a pet fosterer to assist us with our re-homing programme. There are however many other practical ways you can support the Branches work as a volunteer, these include;
- Helping run one of our charity shops
- Becoming a Branch Trustee
- Assisting our re-homing programme as a home visitor
- Fundraising, and
- Assisting with the administrative work
What will I get from volunteering?
Volunteering provides an opportunity for you to meet with like minded people working with shared values. It allows you to gain valuable transferable skills and gives you the satisfaction of knowing that through the time you give you make a real difference to the lives of unwanted, neglected and needy animals in the community where you live.
How do I become a volunteer?
If you would like to join the team of volunteers at the Branch please download and complete our . Alternatively, if you would like to find out more before you decide what you would like to do as a volunteer please contact at our office for an informal discussion.
Current Volunteer Vacancies
Ref: 0701 Accounts assistant
We are looking for someone who can spare about 4 hours a week to assist with managing the accounts for the Branch. The ideal candidate would have experience in using SAGE Line 50 and in dealing with all accounting activities to trial balance stage. To apply please email us at .
Ref: 0702 Branch Trustee
The Branch is seeking to strengthen the management of the Branch through recruiting 3 additional trustees. In particular we are seeking candidates who have experience in one or more of the following fields; commercial law, accountancy, veterinary practice. The role as a trustee is one in which there is an opportunity to actively shape the way the Branch develops and works. To apply please email us at .
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