Cat Fosterer (Volunteer Role)
RSPCA Nottingham and Notts Branch
About the role
Join the fostering network at the RSPCA Nottingham and Notts Branch and help provide loving, temporary homes for cats and kittens in need. Our fosterers play a vital role in rehabilitation and rehoming, giving animals the care, stability, and time they need before finding their forever homes.
Fostering placements can last from a few weeks to several months depending on the individual animal’s needs.
This is a volunteer role. All food, litter, toys, equipment, and veterinary costs are fully provided and covered by the branch.
Key responsibilities
- Provide a calm and comfortable home environment for foster cats (a spare room is required if you have other pets)
- Feed, water, groom, and provide enrichment for foster cats
- Monitor and record daily observations relating to health and behaviour
- Communicate regularly with your Fostering Coordinator
- Transport foster cats for emergency veterinary appointments if required
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must live within the Nottingham and Notts branch area
- Must be at home for the majority of the day (e.g. working from home, retired, or flexible schedule)
- Access to a car (essential for emergencies and transport if needed)
- Spare room available for fostering (especially if you have pets)
- If renting, landlord permission must be obtained
- Good understanding of cat behaviour (previous experience beneficial but not essential)
- Strong communication and basic record-keeping skills
- Willingness to follow RSPCA welfare policies and guidelines
- Home check required prior to approval
What we provide
- All food, litter, toys, and equipment
- Carriers, bowls, scratchers, and crates if required
- Full veterinary care covered by the branch
- Ongoing support from our fostering team
What’s in it for you
- Make a real difference to animal welfare in your local area
- Gain hands-on experience caring for rescue cats
- Be part of a supportive volunteer network
- A meaningful addition to your CV
How to apply
Apply via our website: www.rspca-nottinghamandnotts.org.uk/fostering/
Interested applicants can apply via our website or contact: [email protected]
Application question(s):
- Are you at home for the majority of the day on most days (e.g. working from home, retired, or with a flexible schedule)?
Licence/Certification:
- driving licence and access to a car (required)
Location:
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (required)
Work Location: In person
