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Animal Care Assistant
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £13.04 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Heavy lifting
- Driving
- In-person
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Animal Care Assistant

Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter -
Newcastle upon Tyne

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£13.04 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Heavy lifting
Veterinary experience
Driving
Animal care
Communication skills

Full job description

Hours: 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (normally between 8.00am and 6.00pm)
Contract: Includes weekend and bank holiday working

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated, reliable, and compassionate Animal Care Assistant to join our team. This role is central to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare within the Shelter. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about animal care, able to work collaboratively, and flexible in responding to the evolving needs of a busy charity environment.

Key Responsibilities

Animal Welfare & Husbandry

Ensure the welfare needs of all animals are consistently met, including feeding, watering, cleaning, exercise, behaviour training and enrichment
Confidently clean animal accommodation and handle animals safely and appropriately
Monitor animals’ health and behaviour, reporting any concerns to management immediately

Hygiene & Environment

Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and biosecurity across all animal areas
Follow infection control and health and safety procedures at all times

Adoptions & Public Interaction

Support meetings with potential adopters and foster carers, introducing animals during socialisations
Clearly and confidently explain individual animals’ needs, behaviour, and care requirements
Assist visitors with general queries while on site

Volunteer Support

Help train, guide, and support volunteers in safe animal handling and welfare practices

Stock & Operations

Monitor stock levels of food, PPE, cleaning products, and animal care supplies, reporting shortages promptly
Receive, organise, and store deliveries such as food, litter, and cleaning materials (heavy lifting required)
Sort and organise donated items into appropriate storage areas

Transport & External Support

Transport animals to veterinary appointments in emergencies where required (driving licence preferred)

Team & Organisational Duties

Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing time and tasks efficiently
Implement new procedures and working practices as directed by management
Support the fundraising and marketing team when required, including assisting with animal photography and handling, and assisting with on and off site events

General

Undertake any other duties that may arise during employment, as required for the development and success of the Shelter

Person Specification

Essential

Genuine passion for animal welfare
Comfortable handling and working closely with dogs and cats
Ability to work in a physically demanding role
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Flexible, adaptable, and able to follow instructions
Good observational skills and attention to detail

Desirable

Previous experience in animal care or a kennel/cattery environment
Experience working with volunteers
Full UK driving licence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.04 per hour

Work Location: In person

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