We are looking for an experienced, organised and target-driven Grants Officer (24 hours per week) to help with our ambitious plans for the future. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate excellent donor management skills to join our fundraising team.

The successful candidate will have overall management of our existing grants programme and will be expected to grow this in line with the Fundraising Strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience of researching, drafting and submitting compelling grant applications. The role can be home-based but with an expectation to be office based a minimum of two days a month.

This role is funded by the Third Sector Resilience Fund for Wales Phase 2 Scheme, administered by WCVA.

Closing date: midnight 11th March 2021

Interviews: week commencing Monday 15th March 2021

Part Time (24 hours per week )

Salary: £15,000 (£25,000 pro rata)

Full job description and person specification can be found on our website.

We are seeking a Training and Behaviour Advisor (TBA) to take responsibility for assessing and then designing and implementing behavioral rehabilitation of dogs in our rehoming centre.

Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. Last year, Dogs Trust centres cared for over 9,000 dogs; we never put a healthy dog down.

Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they are able to find a loving new home, and the success of our centres wouldn't be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service.

In this role you will take responsibility for assessing pre-intake and newly arrived dogs and designing and implementing dog training and behaviour modification programs for these and other dogs in our care. You'll also be responsible for training Canine Carers to implement behavioural training programs and for advising members of the public in the handling and training of dogs adopted from Dogs Trust. The successful individual should have a thorough knowledge of dog behaviour and welfare, including understanding the principles underlying learning and the ability to write training and behaviour programs. You'll have excellent communication skills with the ability to handle delicate situations sensitively and professionally and have the ability to and experience in handling difficult dogs. But above all you'll be passionate and committed to the work of Dogs Trust.

A full, clean, manual driving licence is essential.

To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the role by clicking the APPLY NOW button.

At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce will help us to achieve our mission. Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, either at application or interview stage, please contact us.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People are looking for a full time Dog Healthcare Advisor on a permanent contract to work in our Dog Welfare team at The Grange, Saunderton.

Working as a Dog Healthcare Advisor you will be fully responsible for overseeing the health and welfare of your own quota of dogs, directly supporting volunteers virtually or face to face with the healthcare needs of the dog in their care.

The successful applicant will need to show practical and theoretical experience, gained either through previous employment or regular and extensive work experience in a veterinary surgery or relevant animal care environment.

Vet nurse training is desirable or a diploma or BTEC in small animal care or another recognised animal course at an equivalent level will be considered.

In addition, Dog Healthcare Advisors will need to have a full driving licence and be prepared to work weekends and some bank holidays.

Closing date for applications: 19th March 2021.

Interviews will be held w/c 22nd March 2021.

Registered charity in England and Wales (293358) and in Scotland (SC040486)

Interviews: 17th and 18th March 2021

The Supporter Care Advisor helps those with sight loss to live the life they choose by providing a first-class customer service to current and future potential supporters with the aim to maximise retention of existing supporters and grow a long-term supporter base. This role is responsible for answering supporter queries and concerns by phone, email or postal correspondence.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

The successful candidate will be required to work in the Reading office, including during lockdowns.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Candidate profile

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential
• Proven experience in administration within a Customer Service environment.
• Demonstrable experience of using a Customer Relation Management (CRM) system to record customer activity.
• Proven understanding of Gift Aid and data protection regulations.
• Good Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel skills.
• Demonstrable evidence of willingness and ability to deliver the highest standards of customer care.
• Confident telephone manner showing patience, empathy and listening skills.

Desirable
• Previous exposure to working in the charity sector.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply
Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Diversity
Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Are you passionate about dogs and cats? Our people and animals make Battersea a great place to work. Your expertise will help increase our impact for dogs and cats everywhere.

We are looking for an Environment & Sustainability Advisor to be the first point of contact for staff in relation to environment and sustainability issues across the three Centres. Developing, implementing, and monitoring Battersea’s environment and sustainability strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure and implement good practice and reduce the impact that Battersea has on the environment.

About us

Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 160 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.

Our Estates & Facilities Team

The Estates and Facilities Management team provide a cost effective and coordinated Estates & Facilities management service to give expert support to Battersea’s core activities.

What we can offer you

Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£120), optical (£120), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£300) every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance

So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.

For full details, including our job applicant privacy notice, please download our recruitment pack. You can apply by visiting our website. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised.

Team Manager

Wiccaweys Rescued Border Collies and Working Sheepdogs

(A Goodheart Animal Sanctuary)

Wiccaweys is looking for an experienced Team Manager to manage their small team of animal care assistants and help with the general day to day care of the rescued dogs.  You will report directly to the Project Manager and work closely with Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries.

The role will include managing the care team; assisting with the care of the dogs and the facilities and providing cover for the Project Manager (and partner) while they are away.

Wiccaweys typically has 50 dogs in at any one time and rescues and rehomes approximately 150 dogs a year. The Centre is about to embark on a major redevelopment with the aim of providing first class facilities and increasing the number of dogs it can help.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Management of the Animal Care Team which currently totals 5 including 2 part-time. This includes keeping the team motivated and ensuring all tasks are undertaken professionally and on–time.  You will need to manage the rotas in consultation with the Project Manager and HR aspects in consultation with Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries.

Liaison with the Project Manager on current priorities to ensure the team are deployed efficiently and all the dogs’ individual needs are taken care of.

Provision of care for the dogs including exercise, socialising and grooming; Provision of food and water.

Assist with the management of the facilities to ensure a high standard of hygiene and tidiness throughout and to ensure all compliant with Health and Safety regulations

To provide assistance with the dog adoption process and support at on-site events which will involve liaison with the public.

Wiccaweys is a small team and therefore the role encompasses senior levels of responsibility such as managing the team alongside day to day animal care activities.

Additional Notes
Whilst a commitment to the welfare of dogs is essential and experience working for a rescue facility or sanctuary would be ideal, training will be provided.  It can be a very physical job and involves working outside in all weathers. Footwear allowance and some uniform provided.

There is lots of scrubbing of floors; changing of beds and removal of waste.

You will be required to have a flexible approach to working hours to ensure adequate cover at all times. Overnight stays will be required from time to time
Wiccaweys is not on any public transport routes and so you will need your own transport.

Passionate about animal welfare, Wood Green, The Animals Charity is a leading organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of pets and pet owners. As we continue to develop our 'Centre of Excellence' at our Godmanchester site, volunteers are integral in supporting us in delivering excellent care to all our pets.

Wood Green are looking for an engaging and self-motivated people person to join our Pet Care team as Pet Care Volunteer Manager.

Working with and supported by the Head of Onsite Care, you will have the chance to make a real difference in your work, being integral to our volunteer expansion programme and improving the lives of pets.

As Pet Care Volunteer Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the recruitment, retention and allocation of Pet Care volunteers, providing centralised management of Pet Care volunteers and supporting with Strategic plans. This will include working closely with our Dog, Cat, Small pets and Offsite Care teams to assess both department and volunteer needs, support with training and development, and to identify new volunteer opportunities to optimise involvement and engagement.

In addition, you will:
- Monitor and report on volunteer hours, using Better Impact or other relevant databases
- Promote and support the use of Better Impact within all Care teams, maintaining volunteer records adhering by GDPR and confidentiality requirements
- Be a point of contact for Pet Care volunteering queries or concerns
- Support the teams to ensure that all volunteers are aware of relevant policies and procedures
- Evaluate the risk of volunteers working in each area, supporting aspects of Health & Safety as appropriate

- Actively promote onsite volunteering through effective internal communication, and through innovative external sources, being an ambassador for the valuable contribution they make to Wood Green's work

To be considered as the Pet Care Volunteer Manager, you will need:
- GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English

- Significant experience of working with volunteers, working with volunteers in a management role is not essential but will be beneficial
- Demonstrable experience of effective people management skills including the ability to manage conflict, motivating, empowering and developing people
- Demonstrable experience of providing excellent customer care
- A good understanding of the Animal Welfare Act and its application within an Animal Charity
- Proven communication skills, being self-assured in delivery
- A full clean driving licence to support travel to relevant external volunteer events and meetings

Other organisations may call this role Volunteer Coordinator, Volunteer Training and Management

This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week

Mountain Rescue England and Wales (MREW)is an important national charity representing and supporting the work of our highly respected Mountain Rescue teams. MREW is registered a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and is embarking on a new and exciting phase of organisational development.

We are now seeking one or two individuals who, between them, will bring a balance of experience, skills and knowledge to the Board of Trustees of the CIO. At present, we would particularly value experience of:

• Marketing, fund raising and the strategic use of social media;
• operating at strategic level in the emergency response, outdoor pursuits or volunteering sectors.

More general experience at senior level of business or financial management would also be desirable.

We are committed to promoting equality and working inclusively and are keen to develop a more diverse Board. We would therefore welcome interest from underrepresented groups and backgrounds.

MREW is an unusual organisation of its size: at present, we are managed and run entirely by volunteers. Potential Trustees must therefore expect to engage directly in the work of the Board.