Location: Ashbourne, Derby with regular travel across the region
Work pattern: 24 hours per week to include occasional weekends and evenings once or twice a month
Salary: Up to £19,511.96 per year
Contract: Permanent
This role requires an enhanced DBS check (including the Children's Barred List).
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader:
promote and co-ordinate volunteering for the centre and within the local community
develop contacts internally and externally e.g., with volunteers, employees, and the wider Volunteering Department
recruit, train, schedule and support a team of diverse volunteers to enhance the smooth running of the centre and make a positive impact within the community
About the Centre team:
Our centres care for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home.
Our team is made up of a Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Managers, Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader, Receptionists and Rehoming and Welfare Assistants as well as our fantastic volunteers
What we’re looking for in our Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader:
a valid UK driving license is essential as travel in the region is required
proven team leader/supervisory experience
a self-starter with good organisational skills and ability to take own initiative
experience of initiating and planning projects
dedicated people person with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders internally and externally
understanding of volunteerism is a must!
What we can offer you in a role where you make a difference to cats’ lives every day:
Health and wellbeing benefits to help you stay well at work
Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career
26 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind
Practical financial support, including access to Salary Finance
Everyday support such as eye care vouchers and confidential advice services
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most
Access to discounted pet insurance to help care for your pet’s health
Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
anonymised application form
in-person interview at the centre
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
