RSPCA Warrington

Who we are

RSPCA Warrington, Halton and St Helens (RSPCA WHS) have been caring for some of the most vulnerable animals in the local area for over 60 years. We are an independently funded branch operating under the national RSPCA umbrella, entirely responsible for raising our own funds and shaping our own future.

Our small and brilliant team of animal care and support staff, alongside a dedicated volunteer community, run our kennel and cattery facility, a foster network, and a rehoming programme for dogs and cats who have been rescued and rehabilitated. We also provide care for animals whose owners are being prosecuted for cruelty and neglect, carrying out some of the most important welfare work in our region.

Our culture and values

Compassionate - We care deeply about the lives of animals and have empathy for people. We act with kindness and consideration at all times.

Inspirational - We are life changing, we inspire by taking the lead, we speak up when others don’t. We take brave decisions, we change animals’ lives for the better.

Commitment - We never give up, we have energy and determination, we rescue animals from cruelty and neglect, giving them new opportunities and supporting others in doing so and advocate for all animals at risk of harm.

Expertise - We have expert knowledge which we willingly share, we act on the basis of evidence, we underpin our decisions and actions with science, data and experience.

Integrity - We are honest and trustworthy, we act with integrity, we do what is right.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and promoting a culture that actively values difference and recognises that people from different backgrounds and experiences can bring valuable insights and enhance the way we work. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities throughout employment including the recruitment, training and development of employees and to pro-actively tackling and eliminating discrimination, we are fully committed to the elimination of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Encourage equality, diversity and inclusion as they are good practice and make business sense
• Create a working and volunteering environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, promoting dignity and respect for all and where individual differences and everyone’s contributions are recognised and valued.
• This commitment includes training managers and all other employees about their rights and responsibilities under the equality and diversity policy.

We will not tolerate any acts of unlawful or unfair discrimination (including harassment) committed against an employee, volunteer, contractor, job applicant or visitor because of a protected characteristic:
• Sex
• Gender Reassignment
• Marriage and Civil Partnership
• Pregnancy and Maternity
• Race (including Ethnic Origin, Colour, Nationality and National Origin
• Disability
• Sexual Orientation
• Religion or Belief
• Age