Part-Time Pet Welfare Assistant — Off-site Rehoming & Foster

Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH); Manchester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days holiday (FTE)

Health & wellbeing support

GP access via MetLife

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Pet insurance discount

Job summary

Blue Cross is recruiting a Pet Welfare Assistant for off-site services in Radcliffe, Greater Manchester. The role focuses on supporting pets in foster or Home Direct care, ensuring welfare standards and helping pets find suitable homes.

The position is part-time (18.75 hours/week) with a two-week rota including weekends and holidays. Experience with animals and strong communication are essential for this frontline role.

Qualifications

• Experience with domestic animals or animal welfare environment.
• Excellent recording and clear communication of information.
• Customer-focused with high satisfaction targets.
• Full driving licence and basic admin skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined number of pet cases in off-site care.
• Assess pet needs and follow rehabilitation plans for foster/home care.
• Ensure welfare standards and quick assessments for new homes.
• Provide strong customer service to fosterers, clients and partners.

Skills

Empathy

Animal welfare

Customer service

Communication skills

Driving licence

Organisation

Computer systems

Safeguarding knowledge

Tools

None

Job description

Blue Cross is recruiting a Pet Welfare Assistant for off-site services in Radcliffe, Greater Manchester. The role focuses on supporting pets in foster or Home Direct care, ensuring welfare standards and helping pets find suitable homes.

The position is part-time (18.75 hours/week) with a two-week rota including weekends and holidays. Experience with animals and strong communication are essential for this frontline role.