Animal Care Assistant

3 weeks ago


Lancaster, United Kingdom Animal Care Full time

Animal Care is looking for a new staff member to join the team full time.

This is a special opportunity to work with some amazing animals and make a difference to lots of lives.

The staff at Animal Care makes up a fantastic, loyal team who work hard every day to help some very difficult dogs, cats, rabbits who have suffered from neglect, cruelty or just haven’t had the socialisation needed our mission is to do everything we can to find them new homes and become part of a new family.

Applicants must be confident around animals of all shapes and sizes, able to control and help difficult dogs learn basic training. Be kind, patent and understanding of animals which have suffered. Be confident in a group dog situation, be confident to handle/ give medication to cats and small animals, be fit and able to deep clean animal areas to a high standard, morning and afternoon. Be able to help volunteers and members of the public when needed.

Applicants need to be ready for hard work the job can be dirty, hard work physically and mentally. We work in all weathers, and are here every day of the year including Christmas day.

We hope to find a new staff member who is dedicated, willing to learn, has a true passion for animals, and is looking for a long lasting career working with us.

The job is full time 5 days a week which will include Saturday and Sunday 8am - 5pm, days off will be Monday and Tuesday.

Experience with animals is preferred

A basic knowledge of animal care and welfare

A full driving licence

Have good customer service

Work well with others; also be happy to work alone

PLEASE DO NOT USE INDEED TO APPLY FOR THE JOB, ONLY EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £7.49-£10.42 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Every weekend

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lancaster, LA2 0RD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 22/05/2023
Expected start date: 31/05/2023


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