Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
Thousands of cats each year rely on the help of animal charities because they have been abandoned, they have strayed or because there has been a change in their owner’s circumstances. Becoming an administration volunteer is just one way you can help improve the lives of cats in your local community. Our administration volunteers help provide vital admin support to our volunteer groups and teams across Cats Protection. They help keep up to date records of the number of cats that have been rehomed, collate supporter details and send out newsletters. This could be the perfect volunteer role if you have administrative experience, a passion for cats, or both!
Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking to make a difference with your time? We're currently looking for a friendly and reliable Reception/Admin Volunteer to join our team on Tuesdays from 11:30am – 4:00pm every week at our Dorset Cat Centre, located in Ferndown Industrial Estate.
This varied and rewarding role includes:
Assisting with general administration tasks
Answering phones and greeting customers attending appointments
Helping in our on-site shop, including use of the till
Spending time socialising the cats in our care
You’ll be fully trained in all aspects of the role, and support will be provided throughout.
11:30am – 1:30pm: Reception/Admin duties and opening the centre at 12pm
1:30pm – 2:00pm: Lunch break
2:00pm – 3:00pm: Socialising the cats
3:00pm – 4:00pm: Reception/Admin duties and closing the centre
Please note that tasks may vary slightly depending on how busy the centre is.
If you love cats, enjoy working with people, have reception/admin experience and want to be part of a dedicated team making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Our administration volunteers usually spend 2 to 3 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.