Kennel Support Volunteer
This volunteer role is to provide vital support to our animal care staff to ensure the health and welfare of the dogs in our care. Helping with the daily cleaning and maintenance of the kennels, and walking the dogs or keeping them company in one of our day rooms.
Tasks include:
- Cleaning kennels
- Cleaning the kennel areas
- Washing up bowls and feeding equipment
- Daily Laundry
- Making enrichment and toys for the dogs
- Tidy and cleaning day rooms and storage rooms
- Walking and training the dogs
- Sitting in with the dogs and keeping them company.
Own transport is beneficial due to our location – we are currently not in a position to offer transport.
Training and support will be provided for this role as appropriate.
Available shifts
- Monday – 08.30-12
- Tuesday – 08.30-12 and 13.00-16.30
- Wednesday – 08.30-12 and 13.00-16.30
- Thursday – 08.30-12.00 and 13.00-16.30
- Friday – 13.00-16.30
- Saturday – 08.30-12.00 and 13.00-16.30
- Sunday – 08.30-12.00
What attributes are we looking for?
- Good physical fitness to carry out the duties associated with this role e.g. scrubbing kennels and walking large dogs that can be strong on lead.
- Must be confident walking large breeds.
- Experience of owning and training dogs using positive reinforcement methods.
- Strong interest in animal welfare, along with an understanding of animals within the rescue environment.
- Willingness and ability to work towards handling and training of strong dogs or those with particular training needs.
- Ability to take instruction and follow training plans, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.
- Positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated,
- Ability to work in a busy, sometimes emotive environment.
- Happy to work alone or with the team.
- Willingness to help in other animal care area (cattery).
Ready to make a difference?
If you have any questions about joining our team, please reach out to Angel Hawkins at [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you!
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