Why we need you

Our dedicated Animal Care Assistants need your help to provide a caring and safe environment for the equines in our centre. You will be involved in ensuring their stable blocks and other accommodation are always clean and hygienic,
bassist with feeding, grooming and enrichment activities for specific animals. Full training will be provided and you will always have the support of our staff in carrying out your duties.

What will you be doing?

• Help us to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our stables and other equine accommodation
• Assist with feeding, grooming, exercising and providing enrichment activities for the equines in our care, as directed by our staff
• Undertake all associated manual data recording
• Assist with any other general cleaning and maintenance duties

What skills do you need?

• Compassionate, patient and caring, with a strong interest in animal welfare
• Previous experience with equines is essential
• You must be a good listener and able to follow instructions well
• You should be flexible in your approach, as there will be times when contact with the animals is minimal
• Ability to bend and lift as required in caring for the equines

What will you gain from being a volunteer?

Volunteering for us is an incredibly rewarding experience and in return for your time and commitment, you will gain invaluable experience helping Scotland’s leading animal welfare charity. You will be part of our dedicated team of Animal Champions, caring for
Scotland’s animals in need.

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