Trustee (Veterinary Experience)

Wareham, Dorset (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Job description

Make a Lasting Impact on Animal Welfare

Margaret Green Animal Rescue is Dorset’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity, with rescue and rehoming centres across Dorset and Devon. We’re dedicated to providing the highest standards of care to unwanted, abandoned, and mistreated animals — and we’re now seeking a veterinary professional to join our Board of Trustees.

As we enter an exciting phase of strategic revitalisation, your specialist knowledge will help shape the future of our charity and ensure the animals we care for receive the very best support.

 

�� Why We Need You

Veterinary professionals bring invaluable insight into animal welfare, health, and treatment. As a Trustee, you’ll:

  • Provide expert guidance on clinical and welfare matters
  • Help shape strategic decisions that impact animal care
  • Support governance and compliance across our operations
  • Collaborate with our Chief Executive and senior team to bridge skills gaps and maximise the impact of charitable donations

We are open to both Veterinary professionals who are currently practising or retired.

 

�� What You’ll Be Doing

  • Attending Board meetings (6 per year, in Dorset/Devon) and occasional online sessions
  • Contributing 1–2 days per month to strategic planning and oversight
  • Championing best practices in animal welfare and veterinary care
  • Supporting the charity’s mission to find forever homes for animals in need

 

�� What You’ll Gain

  • A meaningful opportunity to influence animal welfare at scale
  • A chance to work alongside passionate professionals and fellow Trustees
  • The satisfaction of helping vulnerable animals live healthier, happier lives

 

�� Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from qualified vets or professionals with veterinary experience who share our passion for animal welfare. Living within an hour of our Wareham site is ideal, but not essential.

 

�� How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest and relevant experience by Friday 19th September 2025. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for acting as a Trustee and Company Director.

 

 

Application Instructions

Please send your CV and a covering letter.

Please check the Charities commission to ensure you are eligible to be a Trustee and also that there is nothing that would prohibit you from being a Director of a company (fit and proper)

Posted by
Margaret Green Animal Rescue View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 51 - 100
Posted on: 29 August 2025
Closing date: 19 September 2025 at 18:10
Tags: Health / Medical, Governance / Management