Working Hours: 35 hours per week on a 2 week rolling rota (8:30am to 4:30pm). Working every other weekend, you will also be required to work bank holidays depending on how the rota falls. Are you ready to join our movement Our recruitment journey - key dates for you to note Here's what the process looks like, no surprises, just a friendly guide:

Application
Panel Interview
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We encourage you to ask questions about the role, the team, and the impact you could make. Interviews are a two-way conversation, and we recognise that any career move needs to feel right for you as well as for us.
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Leading and supporting a team of Animal Care Assistants (ACAs) and volunteers, including allocating daily tasks, and providing coaching, guidance, and encouragement.
Monitoring team performance and contributing to staff development through constructive feedback to Centre Management.
Ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, hygiene, and health & safety are consistently maintained across the facility.
Working closely with our veterinary team to support the treatment and care of animals, including the safe and accurate administration of medication.
Carrying out health and welfare assessments of dogs entering, leaving, and residing within the centre, ensuring all records and documentation are accurate and up to date.
Monitoring animal behaviour, wellbeing, and suitability for rehoming, escalating any concerns appropriately.
Overseeing the cleanliness, maintenance, and security of kennels, equipment, and surrounding areas.
Acting as a knowledgeable and approachable point of contact for members of the public, supporting enquiries and promoting responsible rehoming.
Supporting fundraising activities, events, and educational visits to help raise awareness and support for the Centre.

Proven experience working with dogs, particularly large breeds and those with behavioural challenges.
A calm, patient, and compassionate approach, with the ability to build trust with vulnerable animals.
Strong leadership skills and experience supervising or mentoring staff or volunteers.
Good understanding of animal welfare standards, health & safety, and kennel management.
Pragmatic approach to animal welfare
Confident communicator, able to engage positively with both colleagues and the public.
Resilient, practical, and willing to work in a physically demanding environment.

Do you want to help create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe animal welfare is everyone's welfare. Join us in creating a better world for every animal. We can do it if we work together, everyone for every animal.

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