At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the health and welfare of dogs and cats at Battersea.
- Company: Join Battersea Dogs and Cats, a leading animal rescue organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 36 days of annual leave, gym discounts, and a generous pension plan.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with great training and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of rescue animals every day.
- Qualifications: Passion for animal care and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 29994 - 29994 £ per year.
Location: London
Salary: £29,994 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis
Contract Type: Fixed term contract, 12 months
Closing Date: 13 July 2026
Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining the health and welfare of Battersea dogs and cats.
- Support the veterinary nurses and surgeons in examinations and treatments of animals.
- Help enforce standards and infection‑control protocols set by Battersea Dogs and Cats Home management.
- Assist the Veterinary Clinic team in providing high standards of care, operative surgery, preventative medicine, and infection‑control.
- Provide assistance and guidance on all matters of veterinary care to other departments within the Home.
Benefits
- 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday leave allowance) per year for full‑time employees (pro‑rated for part‑time employees).
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution.
- Free healthcare cash plan, with coverage for dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture each year.
- Learning and development support through digital and in‑person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring, and more.
Working With Our Animals
Working with our rescues is a rewarding experience. Your role plays a vital part in giving dogs and cats the chance to find their forever homes. Each day presents unique challenges and requires resilience and adaptability. Physical tasks are a key part of the role to ensure exceptional standards of care.
Diversity And Inclusion
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we will discuss any adjustments you may need at the application or interview stage and, if offered the role, any workplace adjustments to help you perform at your best.
Contact Details:
Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) Recruitment Team
