Part-Time Donkey Care & Groom - Animal Welfare Farm

The Donkey Sanctuary; Tedburn St Mary; On-site; GBP 19,000; Part time

Job summary

An international animal welfare organization in the UK is seeking a part-time Farm Worker/Groom to provide care for donkeys at their facility. The successful candidate will perform feeding, grooming, and wellness checks, while also assisting with veterinary care. Applicants should possess excellent observation, communication, and customer service skills, along with a full UK driving license. This role comprises 27 hours a week, including weekends and evenings, with various benefits including a competitive pension and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Life assurance

31 days holiday

Wellbeing team

Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes

Long service awards

Free parking

Subsidised restaurant and shop

Qualifications

• Excellent observation skills to identify signs of ill-health in animals.
• Willingness to work outside in adverse weather conditions.
• Strong team collaboration and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Routinely check, feed, groom, and train the resident donkeys and other equines.
• Assist the veterinary staff with examinations and treatments.
• Maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment.

Skills

Excellent observation skills

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Competent IT knowledge

Full current UK valid driving licence

Effective team player

Self‑motivated with a positive attitude

Job description

An international animal welfare organization in the UK is seeking a part-time Farm Worker/Groom to provide care for donkeys at their facility. The successful candidate will perform feeding, grooming, and wellness checks, while also assisting with veterinary care. Applicants should possess excellent observation, communication, and customer service skills, along with a full UK driving license. This role comprises 27 hours a week, including weekends and evenings, with various benefits including a competitive pension and holiday entitlement.