Volunteer Animal Reader
Do you love animals and have a passion for reading? We are seeking compassionate volunteers to read aloud to the animals in our care.
Role Profile
| Volunteer Role | Volunteer Animal Reader |
| Volunteer Manager | Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre Manager |
| Where you will be based | Community |
Why we want you
Do you love animals and have a passion for reading? We are seeking compassionate volunteers to read aloud to the animals in our care. Reading provides enrichment, reduces stress and helps our shyest residents become more comfortable around people. You will be providing valuable human interaction and helping them on their journey to find their forever home.
What you will be doing
- Choose a story from our animal library
- Read aloud to animals in a calm and soothing voice
- Observe animal body language and adjust reading sessions accordingly
- Report any concerns regarding animal behaviour to staff member
- Keep a simple record of reading session (date, time, animal, book read)
The skills you need
- A strong interest in animal welfare
- Basic reading skills and a clear and expressive voice
- Patience, empathy and a calm demeanour
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic understanding of animal body language (training provided)
- Ability to listen to instructions and follow procedures
What’s in it for you
- This is an opportunity to gain confidence reading out loud to a non- judgemental audience.
- 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 the SSPCA Team, dedicated to championing Scotland’s animals.
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.
