Purpose of the role:
Our volunteer cat carers support our cat team and ensure all health and welfare needs are met.
You will support our cat team in the day to day running of our cattery with high standards of cleaning.
Responsible to:
Animal welfare manager and supervisor
Main Duties:
Feeding cats (following strict diet controls where in place)
Changing and cleaning litter trays
Cleaning cat bed areas
Cleaning cat pens, sweeping up debris
Keeping walk ways clean and sanitised
Stocking up all supplies needed on a daily basis
Ensuring cattery kitchens are clean and hygienic
Topping up and changing water
Communicate with others to report any changes or concerns in our cats
You must follow instructions
Organising shelter donations into dedicated storage areas
Skills and qualifications:
You do not need to have qualifications for this position but previous animal husbandry experience is helpful
The role of a cat carer is physically demanding and requires you to be fit and healthy
An understanding of cross contamination is preferred but not essential
A desire to learn more about cat behaviours and environmental factors would be beneficial
An ability to work well with others and communicate with the wider team as well as working independently
Time commitment:
We ask for commitment and dedication to your volunteer role, and require a minimum time commitment of 4 hours between 9am and 1pm, on a set day each week
On occasion we may ask you to attend shelter fundraising events outside of these hours, if you are able to do so
Please note you must be aged 18 or over to volunteer.
Only successful applicants will be contacted
If you are interested in this volunteer position please fill out the form below