
Volunteer Receptionist
We need help to carefully transport domestic and small wild animals (contained) between our rescue centres, to our National Wildlife Centre and to vet appointments.
Role Profile
Volunteer Role | Volunteer Receptionist |
Volunteer Manager | Centre Manager |
Where you will be based | Office |
Why we want you
We need your help in the ensuring the smooth running of our busy Reception Area. Your duties will include giving a friendly greeting to members of the public, staff and visiting contractors; answering the telephone and transferring calls and general administrative duties.
Please note: This role does not involve working hands-on with the animals in our care.
What you will be doing
- Greet all visitors warmly and professionally and assist with their enquiries
- Answer the reception desk telephone and transfer calls, take messages etc as appropriate
- General word processing duties as directed by staff
- General administrative duties such as dealing with mail, scanning etc
- Undertake home check discussions with members of the public who are looking to rehome an animal with us.
The skills you need
- A smart appearance and good, friendly manner, both face-to-face and on the telephone
- Practical customer service experience
- Practical experience of working in a busy office environment
- Basic world processing and I.T skills
- Resilient and calm in your approach
What’s in it for you
- This is a great opportunity to be part of the team at one of our busy rescue centres across Scotland.
- You will work with a wide variety of people and contribute to the smooth running of the centre.
- As part of the Society, you will be part of a family of animal champions.

Support us from £5 a month
It costs us £63,000 every day to continue the work that animals across Scotland depend on. Our work is only possible because of the generosity of people like you.