Animal Carer and Farm supervisor
Are you passionate about animal care and looking to make a meaningful difference? Join our dedicated team at Elysian! We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support our staff in feeding, caring for, taming, and spending quality time with our beloved animals.
Volunteer Positions Available
- Weekend Slots: A few hours of your time on Saturdays and Sundays (Mornings, evenings or all day!)
- Evening Slots: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM ( e.g. half an hour or an hour within these times)
-Morning slots: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (as above)
- Holiday Slots: Flexible hours during school holidays
What You’ll Do
- Animal Feeding: Prepare and provide meals, ensuring access to fresh water at all times.
- Animal Care: Monitor the health and well-being of the animals, reporting any concerns.
- Enrichment Activities: Engage with the animals through activities that promote their physical and mental health.
- Taming and Socialisation: Spend time with our animals to help them become more comfortable around people.
Who We’re Looking For
- Age Requirement: Over 16s only. (Under 16s can apply directly on our site for weekend and holiday slots.) We are looking for a mix of people, including over 18s who can take sole responsibility as needed.
- Passionate: A genuine love for animals and their welfare.
- Reliable: Consistent, punctual, and committed to your volunteer role.
- Observant: Ability to notice changes in animal behaviour or health and report them.
Why Volunteer with Us?
- Make a Difference: Your time and effort will directly impact the lives of our animals.
- Learn and Grow: Gain valuable experience in animal care and welfare.
- Be Part of a Community: Join a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to making a positive impact.
Requirements
- Training: Willingness to undergo necessary training and orientation.
- Compliance: Adherence to Elysian’s policies and procedures, including safety guidelines.
- Experience: Animal care: 1 year (required)
- Language: English (required)
- Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re ready to contribute to the well-being of our animals and be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and make a significant difference at Elysian.
Elysian is committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people, and all positions are subject to rigorous vetting checks.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!
June 2024