Animal Volunteer Roles

Are you passionate about animal welfare? We are looking for an enthusiastic person who understands charity finance to support us in our mission to prevent cruelty, promote kindness and alleviate the suffering of animals.

Overview of the Branch Treasurer opportunity

We are looking for someone to volunteer as a Branch Treasurer for our Stort Valley Branch. This role would play a vital role in supporting the Branches affairs so that it is governed and managed effectively, whilst continually having animal welfare at the forefront of their mind.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Stort Valley Branch

The Stort Valley Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which are run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA. As well as our animal welfare advice centre, we have a charity shop in Bishops Stortford, who through the sales of donated items, provides income for us to help more animals in the local community.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Treasurer

• Implement and maintain sound financial systems.
• Take a lead role in ensuring the committee set annual financial budgets and plan the branch income and expenditure.
• Provide a written financial report for every branch meeting.
• Liaise with auditors/independent examiners regarding the production of the annual branch accounts and the treasurer’s report.
• Maintain control of all bank accounts as authorised by the committee.
• Execute and operate branch committee financial decisions and act as branch co-signatory.
• Maintain control over all branch paying-in books and receipt books and to ensure their correct use.
• In the absence of a branch box secretary, to assume responsibility for the branch network of collection boxes.
• Arrange payment of the annual branch contribution to the appropriate RSPCA fund.
• Coordinate financial control of all branch fundraising activities.
• Make quarterly VAT returns to headquarters promptly.
• Ensure the production, monitoring and annual review of the branch’s financial risk management strategy in accordance with the charity commission’s requirements.
• Liaise with branch officers, branch support specialist and Branch finance co-ordinator on - - - Financial affairs as necessary and alert them immediately to any possible difficulties or irregularities.
• Ensure the retention and safekeeping of all branch financial documentation for the appropriate time as set by the charity commission.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

• Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
• Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Support Specialist write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support local initiatives.
• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are particularly looking for someone who has knowledge and experience in finance, who may already understand charity finance. As a trustee, you would be able to dedicate the time to attend monthly committee meetings, which last approximately 3 hours. In between meetings, there will be additional volunteer duties such as; providing financial reports at committee meetings, monitoring the budget which has been set by the trustees for the year, processing payments, querying invoices, doing VAT returns, and processing Gift Aid claims.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Treasurer

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
• Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
• A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.
• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who can’t be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
• References will also be required.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch! For more information click apply. 

Do you have professional expertise you could use to help a good cause? Are you passionate about animal welfare? Volunteer to take the Chair at our Branch and help direct all our activities which are aimed at improving animals’ lives.

Overview of the Branch Chair opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to improve animal welfare by playing an instrumental part in the production, monitoring and review of our Branches development plan. You will be able to influence how we raise our funds and how these are allocated in our local area.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Stort Valley Branch

The Stort Valley Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which are run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA. The Branch have a veterinary clinic in Harlow and a charity shop in Bishop’s Stortford.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Chair

• Take the chair at branch committee meetings and direct the activities.
• Act jointly with all co-trustees and work closely with the branch secretary and treasurer.
• To act as co-signatory, if required, on branch cheques and ensure that proper financial procedures are always followed, in line with charity legislation.
• Ensure that all committee members are familiar with branch rules, national Society policy and their responsibilities as a charity trustee.
• Be instrumental in the production, monitoring and review of a branch development plan.
• Actively coordinate the activities of the branch, including the delegation of tasks.
• Ensure that a branch representative is appointed to the regional board and that the representative gives the committee a full report on the business conducted after each meeting.
• To ensure that all the essential roles within the committee are filled by suitable, appropriate trustees or volunteers.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

• Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
• Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Support Specialist write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support local initiatives.
• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

Ideally, you would have specific skills such as finance, legal, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation. These all can be useful to help ensure we have a sound and robust business model and long-term strategic development plan, however, they are not essential.

We are also looking for people who are creative, innovative, who have experience of or are part of the groups and communities we want to attract, who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the Board and help put those ideas into action.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Chair

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
• Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
• A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.
• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who can’t be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
• References will also be required.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch! For more information click apply.

Are you passionate about helping animals in our community? Would you like to do something meaningful with your free time? The RSPCA needs people like you so that we can help the animals of Middlesbrough and South Tees.

We are seeking volunteers to support fundraising activities in our community. By raising more funds, we can support more animals and by investing a small amount of your time you can make a real difference. Joina team of motivated people who use their skills to do something meaningful while always having fun and connecting with people.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Helping to organise and execute fundraising activities within our community
• These can be matched to your skills, availability and circumstances but could include
• ○ Event fundraising - collecting at supermarkets, fairs or sports events
• ○ Supporting specific events such as dog walk, pet photo session
• ○ Contacting local companies or events to seek sponsorship or organise fundraising events
• Bringing your ideas - if you have a great idea for fundraising… lets work on it together!

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animals and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength. We seek people who want to work together to improve animal welfare.

We are a team; we support each other and learn from each other. We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem-solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside, we would love to hear from you. Together we can make a real difference.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

Fundraising is how we generate income, which is then used to support animal welfare. Fundraising is at the heart of everything we do, so you would be playing a critical role. Without fundraising volunteers we cannot support animals who desperately need our help.

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Volunteer, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

Are you an expert in turning websites, social media or eCommerce sites into powerful tools to get a message across, create awareness and a following or raise funds? Do you wish to use your skills to do something meaningful? Are you interested in Animal Welfare? The RSPCA needs people like you so that we can help the animals of Middlesbrough and South Tees.

We are seeking a volunteer to develop and then execute a plan to supercharge our website and social media to boost awareness and improve fundraising. Join a team of motivated people who use their skills to do something meaningful and make a real difference.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Help the Branch leaders to understand how best we can leverage our website and social media to increase awareness, communicate about events and support fundraising.
• Develop and execute an approach for social media that highlights local animal welfare issues, supports fundraising and creates awareness that the Branch is back up and running

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animals and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength. We seek people who want to work together to improve animal welfare. We are a team, we support each other and learn from each other. You should be an expert at what you do and able to both plan and execute.

We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside we would love to hear from you. Together we can make a real difference.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

Our approach to social media, eCommerce and our website will be a key driver of successful fundraising and awareness. This is at the heart of being able to better support animal welfare in our region.

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Volunteer, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

How many times have you been told to “be patient and your opportunities will come”? We do not want you to wait. Do you want an opportunity to lead while also doing something meaningful? Need to build your CV for interviews or get some leadership experience to prove you can do it?

Then we want you.

The RSPCA is the UK’s leading animal welfare charity. No, we don't need you to shake a collection tin - this is not 1982. We need your new ideas, your digital skills, your understanding of social networks and eCommerce. We want to give opportunities to the next generation of leaders to become Trustees. Trustees run Charities like Boards run Companies. As a Trustee you will be a full and equal member of our leadership team. Deciding what to do, how we raise and spend money, organising events, working as a team to help animals within our region.

If you want to work directly with animals, you can. If you prefer to be behind the scenes making things run smoothly, you can. We need many different skills on our Board of Trustees so we can get things done. Do you think you can contribute? Then let's work together.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Trustees manage the RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch charity. Like any company we get involved in finance, people and legal topics, making strategies and monitoring our progress. More importantly, we focus on raising funds, managing volunteers and spending money where it is needed to support animals in our region - YOUR region.

So, whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animals and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength.

The Board meets every month to update each other and make decisions. Beyond that you may be helping to organise fundraising events, assessing which projects to support, tracking progress on vaccination programs, working with local vets to offer more support out of hours, or making sure our volunteers are well managed and motivated.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We seek people from diverse backgrounds who want to work together to improve animal welfare. We are a team; we support each other and learn from each other. You do not need to be an experienced Trustee - we can help with that. We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem-solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside, we would love to hear from you.

Together we can make a real difference.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Trustee, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Trustee training and experience
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

Please note that Trustees must be at least 18 years of age. This is a volunteer role (reasonable expenses will be reimbursed).

Are you a leader or great at getting things done? Do you wish to learn new skills or pass on your expertise while doing something meaningful? Are you interested in Animal Welfare? The RSPCA needs people like you so that we can help the animals of Middlesbrough and South Tees.

Trustees run Charities like Boards run Companies. As a Trustee you will be a full and equal member of our leadership team. Deciding what to do, how we raise and spend money, organising events, working as a team to help animals within our region.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Trustees manage the RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch charity. Like any company we get involved in finance, people and legal topics, making strategies and monitoring our progress. More importantly, we focus on raising funds, managing volunteers and spending money where it is needed to support animals in our region - YOUR region.

So, whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animals, and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength.

The Board meets every month to update each other and make decisions. Beyond that you may be helping to organise fundraising events, assessing which projects to support, tracking progress on vaccination programs, working with local vets to offer more support out of hours, or making sure our volunteers are well managed and motivated.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We seek people from diverse backgrounds who want to work together to improve animal welfare. We are a team; we support each other and learn from each other. You do not need to be an experienced Trustee - we can help with that. We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem-solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside, we would love to hear from you. Together we can make a real difference.

**WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Trustee, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Trustee training and experience
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

Please note that Trustees must be at least 18 years of age. This is a volunteer role (reasonable expenses will be reimbursed).

Are you great with people? Are you good at building relationships, identifying how you can help others and then getting things done? Do you wish to use your skills to do something meaningful? Are you interested in Animal Welfare? The RSPCA needs people like you so that we can help the animals of Middlesbrough and South Tees.

Trustees run Charities like Boards run Companies. As a Trustee you will be a full and equal member of our leadership team. Deciding what to do, how we raise and spend money, organising events, working as a team to help animals within our region.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Trustees manage the RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch charity. Like any company we get involved in finance, people and legal topics, making strategies and monitoring our progress. More importantly, we focus on raising funds, managing volunteers and spending money where it is needed to support animals in our region - YOUR region.

As Community Outreach Lead you will be at the heart of our activities with the local community. Identifying how we can connect with local residents and businesses, understanding what local Inspectors need and working with your fellow Trustees to turn that into actions that can make a real difference.

Your responsibilities would include:

• Acting as the primary contact point for all branch connections with the local community residents, businesses, vets, RSPCA Inspectors, retailers, other charities or welfare providers, and anyone involved with animals
• Building connections and partnerships within the community to improve animal welfare programs or increase fundraising
• Liaising with the RSPCA Inspectors to truly understand what they need and how we can help them
• Identifying the biggest animal welfare issues in the local area and developing plans to address these
• Being the face of the Branch in the local community, well known among volunteers and our partners, representing the Branch and the RSPCA

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animals and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength. We seek people who want to work together to improve animal welfare. We are a team; we support each other and learn from each other. You do not need to be an experienced Trustee - we can help with that. We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem-solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside, we would love to hear from you. Together we can make a real difference.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Trustee, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Trustee training and experience
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

Please note that Trustees must be at least 18 years of age. This is a volunteer role (reasonable expenses will be reimbursed).

Are you a great organiser? Are you known for your attention to detail, trusted with confidential information and always two steps ahead? Do you wish to use your skills to do something meaningful? Are you interested in Animal Welfare? The RSPCA needs people like you so that we can help the animals of Middlesbrough and South Tees. Trustees run Charities like Boards run Companies. As a Trustee you will be a full and equal member of our leadership team. Deciding what to do, how we raise and spend money, organising events, working as a team to help animals within our region.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Trustees manage the RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch charity. Like any company we get involved in finance, people and legal topics, making strategies and monitoring our progress. More importantly, we focus on raising funds, managing volunteers and spending money where it is needed to support animals in our region - YOUR region. As Branch Secretary you would be the backbone of our team. Making sure things run smoothly, that we stay compliant, that everyone is organised and our members are kept informed. Your responsibilities would include:

• Acting as the primary contact point for all branch communications with member and the national RSPCA organisation
• Arranging branch meetings and AGM, ensure accurate records are kept and key deadlines are met (e.g. documents to be submitted to The Charity Commission)
• Being the responsible custodian of member information and managing communication with this important group

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Whatever your background or skills there is a role you can play. We support all types of animal and we seek all types of people - diversity is our strength. We seek people who want to work together to improve animal welfare. We are a team, we support each other and learn from each other. You do not need to be an experienced Trustee - we can help with that. We want you to bring your skills and motivation, your problem-solving skills and ability to get along with people and get things done. If you live on Teesside, we would love to hear from you. Together we can make a real difference.

WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL YOU MAKE?

There are lots of benefits to becoming an RSPCA Middlesbrough, South Tees & District Branch Trustee, these include:

• Use your skills to do something useful
• Pass on your skills and learn new ones
• Trustee training and experience
• Real leadership experience
• Real opportunities to improve animal welfare in your community
• Access to RSPCA Learning Hub with a wide range of training materials
• Lead not follow. Shape our future direction and make your mark

Please note that Trustees must be at least 18 years of age. This is a volunteer role (reasonable expenses will be reimbursed).

As an animal fosterer, you would be supporting the RSPCA in providing either our cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, or other small furries with the safety of your home whilst tending to their welfare needs such as feeding and grooming. In addition to this, by providing a temporary loving environment, you will play a crucial role in their wellbeing and socialisation, which will significantly improve their chances of successful rehoming.

Once everything is in place, the animal center will guide you through the fostering process and ensure that you have all the necessary equipment, food, and veterinary care for your foster. The RSPCA is also happy to reimburse any other pre-agreed expenses that you may incur through volunteering for us.

Whilst our animals are in your foster care, you will:

• Provide them with care, suitable housing, and a safe environment as per our policies and guidelines.
• Feed, water, and groom them in line with our advice.
• Transport them to any veterinary appointments if required.
• Provide them with your time and patience.
• Help us spread the word about the animals in your care so they might find their forever home quicker.
• Playing and cuddles are also a must!

What we are looking for in a volunteer Fosterer

• Volunteers aged 18 or over who have had plenty of experience caring for animals.
• Fostering experience is beneficial but not essential as training is provided.
• For their wellbeing, the whole family should be on board with fostering an animal.
• Any existing pets or animals need to have been spayed/neutered (some medical reasons may mean they cannot be so, please let us know if this is the case).
• You will need to live in our branches area.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Fosterer

• You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your care.
• Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
• Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and fostering training programme.
• Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.

It is worth mentioning that our animals do have different needs as whilst some are ready for rehoming others may require rehabilitation or ongoing medication. Therefore, we also aim to understand your situation and circumstances to ensure that we match you with your perfect foster animal.

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.

At the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust we are involved in creating and conserving wetlands and the species who live in them. At Washington Wetland Centre we develop and maintain visitor areas which provide enjoyable areas which enhance the visitor experience,

What will you be doing?

• Cleaning and tidying of hides to include litter picking, sweeping out, window cleaning and shelf cleaning

• Maintaining approaches to hides

Who are we looking for?

• You are able to work both independently and as part of a team

• You are physically fit and do not mind working outdoors in all weathers

• You are able to communicate effectively, including the ability to interact with visitors you may meet whilst undertaking your role in order to engage them with the work of WWT

A bit about this role

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats every year and the majority of these success stories are thanks to the dedication and effort of our passionate volunteers. Our volunteer champion team leaders support local volunteer groups by leading a team of others that provide recruitment, induction and recognition support to wider volunteer groups and teams. 

What can you expect to be doing?

• Recruiting the volunteer champions team of volunteers
• Allocating tasks and activities to other members of the volunteer champions team
• Identifying ways to involve volunteers
• Providing support, encouragement, and leadership
• Promoting a culture of volunteering best practice
• Encouraging volunteer feedback 

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by supporting the volunteer champion’s team to recruit, induct and recognise volunteers. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative 
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Good knowledge of IT
• Experience in managing people
• The ability to delegate
• Knowledge and experience of volunteering and volunteer management 

Time expectation 

Our volunteer champion team leaders usually spend 3 to 4 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed. 

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

A bit about this role

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• Keeping financial records from fundraising events
• Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection 
• Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

A bit about this role

Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help. Our Cat Welfare Team Leaders have the important role of coordinating, encouraging and supporting teams of fosterer volunteers and cat care volunteers. They help make sure volunteers with direct cat care roles are happy and confident and provide advice and guidance when needed. This incredible teamwork means we are able to help more cats and kittens in need.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Volunteering alongside colleagues including the Branch Coordinator, Cat Welfare team, Branch Development Manager and Vet team to ensure that CP cat care policies, procedures and standards are applied in branch
• Support fosterers to follow Cats Protection cat welfare policies and procedures
• Acting as the main point of contact within the branch for cat welfare and ensuring that welfare updates are shared and implemented effectively
• Supporting the branch by ensuring that accurate and up to date records of all cats helped are maintained, using specified Cats Protection systems
• Attending relevant Cats Protection volunteer training sessions and encouraging other volunteers to do likewise
• With the other volunteers, recruit, induct and support all branch fosterers and cat care volunteers using Cats Protection processes
• Represent the branch at relevant meetings
• Play an active part in the branch committee, being part of the branch team leading on cat adoption information and updates
• Collaborating with the Cats Protection Cat Adoption Team Leader to ensure the highest standards of cat care are applied in line with Cats Protection policy and procedures

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by leading and supporting other volunteers in direct cat care roles. You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• A willingness to follow Cats Protection policies and procedures
• Basic knowledge and experience of cat welfare
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage with people on all levels, to build strong and effective relationships
• A willingness to develop themselves and others and to update knowledge and skills as necessary
• Good administration and organisational skills
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• The ability to handle sensitive issues with objectivity and pragmatism
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

The time expectation for this role will vary depending on the number of volunteers and cats in care. Our Cat Welfare Team Leaders usually spend between 10 to 12 hours per week in this role which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed. 

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

Margaret Green Animal Rescue is the oldest and largest Dorset-based Animal Welfare Charity with Rescue & Rehoming Centres in Dorset and Devon. We have an inspirational team committed to providing the highest possible standards of animal care and we also have a number of Charity Shops located around Dorset, which generate income for the Charity.

We are now looking to expand our Board of Trustees (currently 5 trustees), strengthening the range of skills available to support the charity to achieve its objectives. We would particularly welcome applicants who are passionate about animal welfare and with relevant expertise in one or more of the following areas -

• Marketing/PR (inc. Digital/charity), Fund Raising and Business Development particularly in the Charity Sector,
• Finance/Treasurer background
• Veterinary/animal welfare
• A broad-based business background

We are keen to expand the diversity of our Board of Trustees, so if you think you have something to contribute to this wonderful cause, we would welcome your application.

The Board of Trustees contribute their professional expertise and provide strategic direction, as well as governing and overseeing the Charity. The Chief Executive and experienced senior management team run the charity, its income generation and animal rescue/welfare activities.

We meet in Dorset and Devon on a pre-planned basis six times per year and occasionally on an ad-hoc basis and would prefer candidates to be based within our catchment area.

This is a key voluntary role working alongside a skilled and dedicated team within this highly respected, regional Animal Welfare Charity. So, if you have a love of animals and feel you can bring that passion and energy to help us in our work, as well as your expertise, we would love to hear from you. Please send us your CV and a covering letter.

Please ensure that you are eligible to act as a trustee and also as a Company Director prior to applying.

Applications close: Friday 10th November 2023