Research Assistant

Vacancy Information Vacancy Type: Fixed Term / Full Time Location: Godmanchester - Kings Bush Farm / Home based - Hybrid Application Deadline: Monday, December 8, 2025 Job Summary Join Woodgreen during a pivotal period of growth as we shape the future of companion animal welfare. We are committed to an evidence‑led approach to supporting pets and their people, aiming to raise awareness of the challenges they face and identify opportunities to support them. We are seeking a driven and passionate individual to join our Policy and Impact team as a Research Assistant on a 6‑Month Fixed Term basis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Woodgreen’s strategic direction and inform our operational practices. Reporting to the Research Officer, you will be responsible for delivering a key research project exploring the lived experiences of individuals and their pets who utilise our community support services. This role is central to building our understanding and enhancing our support systems for pets and their people. Qualifications & Key Qualities Substantial experience of designing and delivering high quality qualitative research. Strong research and analytical skills, with an ability to gather, interpret, and present evidence. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear and concise arguments. Empathy and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with diverse individuals, especially those in potentially vulnerable situations. Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Demonstrable passion for companion animal welfare. Benefits and Compensation Starting salary of £28,873 - £32,081 pro rata per annum (depending on experience). Pro rata equivalent of 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays), rising by 1 day each year to a maximum of 40 days after five years. Up to 8% employer pension contributions. Support towards healthcare costs (Cashplan). Employee wellbeing package, including free access to Headspace. Life assurance (4x salary). Enhanced parental leave (subject to qualifying period). Benefits hub – exclusive discounts on popular brands. 25% discount in our charity shops. This full‑time, fixed‑term (6 months) opportunity requires occasional remote work and flexibility. It is expected that the successful candidate will work approximately 4 days a month from our Godmanchester site. You will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Woodgreen is committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and, as part of this, we are flexible the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place. Early application is encouraged as this position may close sooner than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr