Welfare assistant Work, Jobs in Newtownards, Dow (with Salaries)

Animal Welfare Assistant
Assisi Animal Sanctuary —Newtownards
- From £25,085 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Driving
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Bereavement leave
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Children's Services Assistant
Sense —Belfast
- £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Referral programme
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Child Development/Programme Assistant
South Belfast Sure Start —Belfast
- £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Bereavement leave
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Gate Person / Welfare Cleaner / Materials Store Assistant
EHA Group —Belfast
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
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- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Animal Welfare Assistant

Assisi Animal Sanctuary -
Newtownards

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Job details

Graduate | Full-time | Zero hours contract
From £25,085 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Company events
Transport links
Bereavement leave
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Customer service
Driving
Animal care
Animal welfare
Communication skills

Full job description

The Animal Welfare Assistant is responsible for providing high standards of care for animals across the sanctuary. This includes daily care, cleaning, feeding, enrichment, monitoring health and behaviour, and helping prepare animals for rehoming.

Animal Welfare Assistants develop a good understanding of the animals in their care and support their welfare, rehabilitation and successful move to new homes. The role also involves working positively with members of the public who are adopting or surrendering animals.

As part of Assisi’s ‘One Team’ model, Animal Welfare Assistants work closely with colleagues and volunteers across the organisation to support a positive team environment, contribute to the smooth running of the Sanctuary and maintain the highest standards of animal welfare.

Animal Welfare and Specialist Care

Provide high-quality daily care including feeding, cleaning, enrichment, grooming, exercise and medication administration
Take ownership and responsibility for the welfare, wellbeing and progress of Assisi animals
Develop excellent knowledge of individual animals, including behaviour, temperament, needs and rehoming suitability
Contribute to providing a profile for each animal to showcase their personality and the type of home best suited to them
Monitor and accurately record animal health, behaviour and welfare, escalating concerns promptly
Deliver behavioural support, socialisation and enrichment programmes as directed
Support animal intake, assessment, rehabilitation and preparation for rehoming

Rehoming Support and Animal Advocacy

Act as an advocate for animals in your care, supporting their successful rehoming

Customer Service and Public Interaction

Provide professional, friendly, and knowledgeable support to members of the public, adopters and visitors
Support positive adopter and surrender experiences through calm, professional and caring interaction

Professional Standards

Work as a team player with staff and volunteers across the charity, using the ‘one team’ approach
Take ownership in maintaining high standards across all units and across the charity

Record Keeping and Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely records using the animal management system
Record feeding, medication, behaviour, enrichment and welfare observations
Follow all Sanctuary processes, SOPs (standard operating procedures), health and safety rules and veterinary instructions

Teamwork and Volunteer Support

Work collaboratively with Site Supervisors, Rehoming Co-ordinator and colleagues
Support volunteers working within your unit, providing guidance and direction

Veterinary and Operational Support

Support veterinary care, treatments and transport of animals as required
Assist with veterinary visits, admissions and assessments
Be able and willing to drive Assisi vehicles or own vehicle (where authorised and insured) when required

Essential Criteria

Qualification in animal care/welfare (Level 2 or above), or willingness to obtain, or suitable equivalent work experience.
Passion for animal welfare and commitment to high standards
Ability to take ownership and responsibility for animal care
Strong observational and record-keeping skills
Good communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a structured, professional environment
Flexible and reliable with a positive attitude

Desirable Criteria

Experience working in animal rescue, sanctuary or veterinary environment
Qualification in animal care above Level 3
Experience supporting rehoming or behavioural work
Customer service experience
Full driving licence

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not exhaustive and may be amended as the organisation evolves. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role as reasonably required. To apply please send your CV to [email protected]

Pay: From £25,085.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Sick pay
Transport links

Work Location: In person

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