At a Glance
- Tasks: Care for and support the welfare of animals in police custody.
- Company: Join West Yorkshire Police, a community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, and Blue Light Card discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and skill development in animal care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of animals while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with animals and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22101 - 22671 £ per year.
Location: Wakefield
This vacancy has been advertised externally for the position of Animal Assistant within West Yorkshire Police.
Operational Support: 1 full-time permanent post (37 hours per week).
Salary: £22,101.00 to £22,671.00 per annum plus enhancements.
A 24/7 shift pattern is in operation at the Unit.
As an Animal Assistant, you will need to be good at working as part of a team, have exceptional communication skills, and be happy to work with animals. You would relish the opportunity to work with animals and be motivated by the rewarding nature of the job. Your remit would be to ensure the welfare of seized animals is looked after and to maintain stock levels of food and cleaning products.
Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Caring for seized animals
- Feeding
- Cleaning
- Exercising
- Basic medical care
This role is pivotal in ensuring the welfare of animals in police custody.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience with animals is essential.
- The successful candidate will need to work as part of a team.
Joining West Yorkshire Police, you’ll be part of a business that is working towards ensuring the safety and security of all residents in the area. Within this role, there is an opportunity for individuals to develop into successful Animal Assistants and improve their skills in working with various animals, with a focus on dogs. There is also the potential to progress to the role of Animals Collection Officer, which entails attending seizures of animals and transporting them to the kennels. Additionally, there is scope to develop grooming skills and provide medical care for dogs.
At West Yorkshire Police, we are like a family and we are known for our dedication to serving the community. People choose to stay with us because of our strong values and commitment to safety and security. We are proud of our reputation as an employer of choice and offer a competitive pension scheme.
Benefits and Perks:
- Blue Light Card
- Company Pension
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We therefore encourage applications from female officers, all minority groups, and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applications are also welcome from those who gained transferable skills and experience outside of Operational Support.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
XA7850 - Animal Assistant **External – WYP website** in Wakefield employer: West Yorkshire Police
West Yorkshire Police is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration with various agencies is at the forefront of our mission to combat counter-terrorism and organized crime. With flexible working hours and a strong commitment to employee development, we provide opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to community safety in the York area.
