Animal Rehoming Centre Manager

NFP PEOPLE; Bedford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK animal welfare charity seeks a Centre Manager to lead their Bedfordshire rehoming Centre. The role includes operational oversight, leading staff, and ensuring the welfare of animals in care. Candidates must possess leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and IT proficiency. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at £33,000 per annum with benefits including a pension scheme and generous leave. Applications are welcome on a rolling basis until the closing date of 11th February 2026.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Group Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Proven examples of successfully managing and developing large teams.
• Excellent communication skills necessary for dealing with staff and the public.
• IT proficiency inclusive of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational activities of the animal rehoming centre.
• Ensure welfare and safe rehoming of animals.
• Lead and develop employees and volunteers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

UK driving licence

Understanding of animal welfare sector

Job description

Animal Rehoming Centre Manager

An exciting and rare opportunity has become available for an experienced rehoming Centre Manager to work at a Bedfordshire Centre, based in Aspley Guise near Milton Keynes. We are looking for summer leader to guide the future growth the site, as the charity strives to give every animal the best chance of finding a new home.

Position

Centre Manager

Location

Bedfordshire, Glebe Farm, Salford Rd, MK17 8HZ

Salary

From £33,000 per annum depending on experience

Hours

40 hours per week, including alternate weekends, Permanent

Benefits

33 days annual leave (inclusive of the eight bank holidays), Contributory pension scheme, Group Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.

Closing date

11th February 2026 – we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable candidate be found.

About the role

As Centre Manager you will be responsible for all operational activities related to the running of the site, ensuring the ongoing welfare and safe rehoming journey for the animals in your care. You will also be expected to provide effective leadership to the Centre’s employees and volunteers, ensuring high levels of performance and a culture of excellent customer service at all times.

About you

The successful candidate will have ಉತ್ತರಟ a proven track record of achievement managing people with a passion for animals. You will be able to demonstrate your passion for developing people and will bring with you the following essential skills and experience:

• Proven examples of successfully managing and developing large teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• A full UK driving Licence
• A good understanding and experience of the animal welfare sector ensuring the highest level of animal care is provided at all times is desirable

More about the organisation

The charity we never stops caring for animals and people. Operating five rehoming centres, they are committed to improving the lives of UK’s pets, providing love and care in helping them find a new home. Join the team and help Quito light for brighter futures for every pet.

Please note we are accepting applications on a rolling basis and may close the recruitment process for this role prior to the deadline, so early applications are encouraged.

Other roles you may have experience of could include

• Animal Rehoming Centre Manager
• Animal Welfare Manager
• Animal Shelter Manager
• Operations Manager
• Rehoming Centre Manager
• Veterinary Practice Manager

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organization.