Animal Rehoming Centre Manager

National Animal Welfare Trust; Caulcott; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal welfare charity is looking for an experienced Animal Rehoming Centre Manager to oversee operations at their Bedfordshire site. The role involves ensuring the welfare and safe rehoming of animals, providing strong leadership to a dedicated team, and fostering a culture of excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have a passion for animal care, proven management experience, and good IT skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and valuable benefits.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Group Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing people with a passion for animals.
• Experience in the animal welfare sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational activities related to the site.
• Ensure the ongoing welfare and safe rehoming journey for animals.
• Provide leadership to employees and volunteers.

Skills

Managing large teams

Excellent communication skills

Good IT skills

Understanding animal welfare

Full UK driving license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

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 a new leader to help guide the future growth and potential development of 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
• 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 Centres' 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 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 License
• 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 to shine a light for brighter futures for every pet.

Additional notes

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, or Veterinary Practice Manager. #INDNFP

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