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Animal Care Assistant

3 months ago

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Cheltenham Animal Shelter Full time
Two vacancies have arisen at the Shelter for Part Time Animal Care Assistants.

The contracted hours for one role is 15.5hrs per week, every weekend (Sat and Sun pm), the other role is for 15.

5hrs, alternate weekends (Sat and Sun pm)

A full description of the role for each position is below, and full training will be given.

The roles start with a six month probationary period and the rate of pay is National Living Wage, plus other staff benefits including a work place pension and company sick pay.

The roles will suit enthusiastic, hardworking and conscientious individuals who like working outdoors. Experience and a proven track record in an animal welfare/rescue/boarding environment is essential and a prerequisite for the job.

A full driving licence is required and an immediate start would be preferred, with a closing date of 4th August 2023 and interviews set for w/c 14th August 2023.


Please note that due to the expected high number of applicants we regret that we will be unable respond to those not invited in for an interview, but would like to thank all those that have applied.


Cheltenham Animal Shelter

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title
:
Animal Care Assistant

Responsible to:
Operations Manager

Post Objective:

To provide the highest level of care and welfare of all animals brought into the Animal Shelter, whilst preparing them for the rehoming process, in aiming to find a suitable home for them.


Main Duties:

  • Ensure that the highest of welfare standards are provided to all animals, at all times by adopting the five freedoms as followed by the World Organisation for Animal Health and RSPCA.
  • Be responsible for all animal husbandry including; the daily cleaning and disinfecting of the pens and kennels, drains, corridors, exercise paddocks, food preparation and laundry areas, including a weekly deep clean.
  • Provide relevant enrichment through training, exercise, play, socialisation and grooming.
  • Ensure all welfare and training records are kept up to date through the use of; diaries, whiteboards, petportfolios, assessment logs, kennel cards, training plans, medical sheets, and computer systems, ensuring that procedures, data protection and legislation is adhered at all times.
  • Carry out daily health checks, logging and reporting all suspected cases of ill health to the relevant Rehomer, Team Leader or Operations Manager.
  • Take animals to the vet for consultations and administer medications as directed by the Veterinary team.
  • Report behavioural and training challenges to the Behaviour Team, and work with the Behaviour Team and Rehomers to improve the animal's welfare and adoptability.
  • Carry out visitor appointments with new and potential adopters, providing them professional, informative advice inline with the Rehomers and Behaviour Teams guidance.
  • When required, carry out assessments of the animals in our care, ensuring all paperwork is completed working towards and determining the most suitable future home.
  • Assist in all duties relating to our Cat and Dog boarding facilities.
  • Where required, visit the homes of prospective pet owners to complete preadoption home checks.
  • Be willing and enthusiastic to participate in marketing and media opportunities.
  • Support and train volunteers and work experience.
  • Conform to Health & Safety rules at all times. Report maintenance defects or Health & Safety hazards accordingly.
  • Provide excellent customer service at all times when dealing with both Shelter customers and the general public, giving any assistance asked of you, ensuring you are polite and professional at all times.
  • Be an advocate of the Shelter, representing it in a positive and professional manner at all times.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties as may be required by the Rehomers, Team Leaders, Operations Manager and General Manager.

Job Type:
Part-time

Part-time hours: 15.5 per week

Salary:
£10.18-£10.42 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location:
In person

Reference ID:
CAS1