Weekend Animal Rescue Officer (Edinburgh)

Scottish SPCA; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A national animal welfare charity is seeking an Animal Rescue Officer in the Edinburgh region for a part-time fixed term contract of 6 months. Responsibilities include responding to animal emergencies, providing care, and transporting animals to welfare facilities. The ideal candidate will have practical experience with animals, excellent communication skills, and a full UK manual driving licence. This role not only serves the community but also promotes animal welfare and rehabilitation efforts.

Qualifications

• Practical experience with animals is essential.
• Excellent communication and customer care skills are required.
• A full UK manual driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to animal emergencies as directed.
• Assess situations and take appropriate action.
• Collect and transport animals to welfare facilities.
• Support Inspectorate teams in animal emergencies.
• Promote the Society's work and membership to the public.

Skills

Practical experience working with animals

Excellent customer care and communication skills

Experience working with the general public

Ability to plan and organise own work

Commitment to animal welfare

Resilient and calm in face of difficult situations

Act with professional integrity

Flexible approach to work

Full UK manual driving licence

Willingness to work within group shift pattern

Willingness to live within the geographical area of work

Completion of a Disclosure Scotland standard check

Job description

A national animal welfare charity is seeking an Animal Rescue Officer in the Edinburgh region for a part-time fixed term contract of 6 months. Responsibilities include responding to animal emergencies, providing care, and transporting animals to welfare facilities. The ideal candidate will have practical experience with animals, excellent communication skills, and a full UK manual driving licence. This role not only serves the community but also promotes animal welfare and rehabilitation efforts.