Posted by Ferne Animal Sanctuary is seeking an Animal Care Attendant (Live In) to support its animal welfare operations at its sanctuary in Wambrook, Chard, Somerset, England, United Kingdom.
The part-time position offers £12.71 per hour and involves feeding, cleaning, grooming, exercising, and monitoring animals. Other responsibilities include assisting with animal assessments, supporting adoption procedures, supervising volunteers, and maintaining the sanctuary grounds.
The role also includes accommodation-related duties associated with living at the sanctuary, including regular lock-up responsibilities and additional animal care activities outside normal hours.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Animal Care Attendant (Live In)
- Company: Ferne Animal Sanctuary
- Location: Wambrook, Chard, Somerset, England, UK
- Employment Type: Part-time
- Salary: £12.71 per hour
- Work Arrangement: In person
- Shift Pattern: Five days out of seven
- Working Days: Includes weekends and bank holidays
- Working Hours: Day shifts, evenings, and occasional out-of-hours duties
- Accommodation: The position is advertised as live-in
About the Employer
Ferne Animal Sanctuary is an animal welfare organization based in Wambrook, Chard.
The sanctuary cares for animals and carries out activities involving animal welfare, assessment, boarding, and rehoming. Its operations also involve interaction with members of the public, volunteers, and potential adopters.
Job Description
The Animal Care Attendant will be responsible for supporting the daily care and welfare of animals at the sanctuary.
The position involves maintaining animal housing, preparing food, carrying out health checks, grooming animals, and administering treatments or medications as instructed by the Manager.
The successful candidate will also participate in the assessment and rehoming process for animals, particularly dogs and cats. Additional responsibilities include supervising volunteers, maintaining sanctuary facilities, and helping ensure that animals receive appropriate care throughout the week.
As a live-in team member, the employee will also perform regular lock-up duties, including securing animals, providing additional feeds, and checking on animals under the sanctuary’s care.
Key Responsibilities
- Feed animals and maintain their daily care routines.
- Clean animal accommodation and carry out mucking-out duties.
- Groom and exercise animals.
- Perform microchipping and health checks.
- Administer treatments and medications as instructed by the Manager.
- Maintain hygiene and cleanliness throughout assigned sections.
- Keep accurate and timely animal care records.
- Receive and assess animals for integration and rehoming where appropriate.
- Interview and assess potential adopters of dogs and cats.
- Participate in adoption and rehoming procedures.
- Carry out home checks when required.
- Supervise volunteers.
- Care for animals staying at the sanctuary for boarding.
- Assist with general public enquiries and guided tours when requested.
- Help maintain sanctuary buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Perform basic maintenance and other assigned tasks.
- Carry out regular lock-up duties as part of the live-in arrangement.
- Provide additional feeds and attend occasional out-of-hours veterinary visits when required.
Qualifications and Requirements
The supplied listing does not specify formal educational qualifications or a minimum number of years of professional animal care experience.
However, applicants should be prepared for the following requirements:
- Ability to care for animals and follow established routines.
- Ability to work outdoors in different weather conditions.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Ability to carry out cleaning and animal housing maintenance.
- Ability to supervise volunteers.
- Ability to communicate politely with members of the public.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Willingness to perform physical tasks, including lifting supplies and handling animals.
- Ability to work in a physically and emotionally demanding environment.
A valid, clean driving licence is required for driving errands when assigned.
The role also requires familiarity with workplace health and safety procedures, including fire regulations.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised salary is £12.71 per hour.
The listed employee benefits include:
- Bereavement leave.
- Company pension.
- Enhanced maternity leave.
- Enhanced paternity leave.
- Free parking.
- On-site parking.
- Referral programme.
- Sick pay.
The position is advertised as live-in, although the listing does not specify the accommodation arrangements or whether any accommodation costs apply.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may suit people interested in animal welfare and daily animal care activities.
Candidates should be comfortable handling animals, maintaining clean animal housing, supporting adoption procedures, and working flexible shifts. Applicants should also be prepared for physical duties and the responsibilities associated with a live-in position.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is the Animal Care Attendant job located?
The position is based at Ferne Animal Sanctuary in Wambrook, Chard, Somerset, England.
2. How much does the position pay?
The advertised hourly rate is £12.71.
3. Is this a full-time or part-time position?
It is advertised as a part-time position.
4. What is the shift pattern?
The employee is expected to work five days out of seven, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
5. Does the role involve animal adoption activities?
Yes. Responsibilities include assessing potential adopters, interviewing applicants, and participating in rehoming procedures.
6. Is a driving licence required?
A valid, clean driving licence is required when driving errands are assigned.
7. What benefits are available?
The listed benefits include a company pension, sick pay, bereavement leave, enhanced parental leave, free parking, and a referral programme.
8. Does the position include live-in responsibilities?
Yes. The position is advertised as live-in and includes regular lock-up duties and additional animal care responsibilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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