Rehoming and Welfare Assistant

Carry out cleaning of cat pens, including litter trays, in the various sections of the centre

Feed and care for cats requiring additional medical or behavioural treatment as required. This also includes handling

Present a professional and friendly image to customers and visitors

As required, assist with veterinary runs, this may include driving the Cats Protection vehicle off-site

Work with volunteers to coach and guide them on cat care duties

Support with the scheduling and preparation of rehoming information, viewings and adoption of cats in care

A full, manual driving license is essential as some driving of centre vans is required

An excellent communicator with strong empathy

Excellent customer service skills and experience of dealing with members of the public

Experience of animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling and a high level of understanding of how to meet welfare needs of cats

Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situations

A positive attitude and good at working as part of a team

An understanding of health and safety and comfortable with manual handling tasks