Animals in Distress is run by a passionate and dedicated team of staff.
Our Rescue Centre, where we look after the pets, and our Head Office are based in Ipplepen near Newton Abbot. We also have a number of charity shops across South Devon that raise vital funds to support the work at the rescue centre.
If you are interested in working with us, details of our current vacancies can be found here.
There are currently no vacancies.
Kennel Manager
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- Rescue Centre, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot
- Permanent, Full-time (35 hours)
- £24,206.00 per year (£13.30 per hour)
About Us:
When a dog, cat, guinea pig or rabbit becomes homeless through no fault of their own in South Devon, Animals in Distress is there for them. We provide first class, loving care for the animals that need us, while we find their forever home. Despite the challenges of the last few years, we are still rehoming hundreds of animals annually from our rescue centre in Ipplepen, Newton Abbot.
About the role:
We are looking to recruit a Kennel Manager for our busy Kennel Department at our Rescue Centre in Ipplepen, Newton Abbot. The Kennel Manager is responsible for all aspects of kennel operational activity at our busy Rescue Centre. The duties include management of the animal care team (staff and volunteers), maintaining animal welfare standards and individual rehabilitation to include behavioural and socialisation training programmes, management of animal intake and overall animal numbers, veterinary co-ordination and rehoming decisions.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to lead our fantastic kennel team. The role would suit someone who has previous team leadership/supervisory experience and canine knowledge gained in a rescue centre/boarding kennel environment. Applicants ideally should have a relevant animal care qualification (minimum level 3 National Diploma in Animal Care). A canine behavioural qualification is desirable.
You will share our passion for animals and will be motivated by our mission to find the perfect forever homes for the animals in our care. The role is varied, extremely rewarding and you’ll have the daily satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference to the many previously unwanted dogs we care for.
What we’re looking for in our Kennel Manager:
- Must have a genuine passion for dogs
- Familiarity with dogs
- Physically capable & practical
- Able to lead and work well in a small team
- Common sense, good work ethic, reliable and punctual
- Good observation skills and ability to give and follow instructions/work unsupervised
What we can offer you:- Salary of £24,206.00 per annum
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Contribution pension scheme
- Complimentary uniform
- Exciting opportunity to manage the kennel team caring for the dogs at our Rescue Centre
How to apply:
- Download Job Description & Person Specification
- Please email a covering letter and your C.V. to recruitment@animalsindistress.uk.com or post toAnimals in Distress, Biltor, Edgelands Lane, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 5UF.
- Closing Date: Friday 17th November 2023.
- Shortlisting: By Tuesday 21st November 2023.
- Interviews: We aim to conduct first stage interviews on Tuesday 28th November 2023.
Please note that if you have not heard from us within a week of the closing date, regrettably you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Animals in Distress (Torbay and Westcountry) is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Animal Welfare Assistant – Cattery
- Rescue Centre, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot
- Permanent, Full-time (35 hours)
- £18,964.40 per year (£10.42 per hour)
About Us:
When a dog, cat, guinea pig or rabbit becomes homeless through no fault of their own in South Devon, Animals in Distress is there for them. We provide first class, loving care for the animals that need us, while we find their forever home. Despite the challenges of the last few years, we are still rehoming hundreds of animals annually from our Rescue Centre in Ipplepen, Newton Abbot.
About the role:
We are looking to recruit an Animal Welfare Assistant for the cattery at our Rescue Centre in Ipplepen, Newton Abbot. Ideally, you’ll have previous feline experience and are someone who can join our friendly and busy cattery team. The role is varied and extremely rewarding as you’ll have the daily satisfaction of knowing that you are making a difference to the many previously unwanted cats which we care for.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join our fantastic cattery team. The role would suit someone who has feline knowledge with experience preferably gained in a boarding/rescue/veterinary environment. You will share our passion for animals and will be motivated by our mission to find the perfect forever homes for the animals in our care.
What we’re looking for in our Cattery Animal Welfare Assistant:
- Must have a genuine passion for cats
- Familiarity with cats
- Physically capable & practical
- Able to work well in a small team
- Common sense, good work ethic, reliable and punctual
- Good observation skills and ability to follow instructions and work unsupervised
What we can offer you:
- Salary of £18,964.40 per annum (reviewed annually)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Contribution pension scheme
- Complimentary uniform
- Exciting opportunities to care for the cats at our Rescue Centre
Job Description/Person Specification:
Download Job Description & Person Specification
How to apply:
Please post a covering letter and your C.V. to Animals in Distress, Biltor, Edgelands Lane, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 5UF or email them to recruitment@animalsindistress.uk.com
Closing Date: Tuesday 19th September 2023 Shortlisting: By Friday 22nd September 2023
Interviews: We aim to conduct first stage interviews on Friday 29th September 2023.
Please note that if you have not heard from us within a week of the closing date, regrettably you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Animals in Distress (Torbay and Westcountry) is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Fundraising Officer
- Hybrid – Homebased and at the Rescue Centre, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot
- Permanent, Full-time (35 hours)
- £26,026-£28,028 per year (commensurate on experience)
About Us:
When a dog, cat, guinea pig or rabbit becomes homeless through no fault of their own in South Devon, Animals in Distress is there for them. We provide first class, loving care for the animals that need us, while we find their forever home. Despite the challenges of the last few years, we are still rehoming hundreds of animals annually from our rescue centre in Ipplepen, Newton Abbot.
About the role:
We are expanding our Fundraising and Communications team in order to increase our voluntary income across a range of funding streams to deliver our work. This is an exciting opportunity to join our small fundraising team where you will be part of a highly motivated, successful team, fundraising to help the many animals we care for. The Fundraising Officer will be key in helping the charity to deliver this step change through supporting the development and promotion of new and existing activities. The Fundraising Officer will develop and strengthen relationships with existing and new supporters, groups and organisations. The role will need to deliver excellent stewardship that leads to long term support of Animals in Distress to further our charitable mission. The post holder will be responsible for raising funds for Animals in Distress from community fundraising, grants/trusts and developing other key income streams: major donors, regular giving and corporate. They will hold a strategic overview of Animals in Distress’ fundraising needs and be a key player in the Charity’s communications and marketing.
This is a fantastic opportunity helping to develop a range of fundraising activities for our charity and to make a real difference to the animals we care for.
What we’re looking for in our Fundraising Officer:
- Proven track record of fundraising
- Impeccable integrity
- Ability to motivate staff, volunteers and donors
- Must have a genuine passion for animals
- Hard worker, physically capable & practical
- Perseverance and presence
What we can offer you:
- Salary range £26,026 to £28,028 per annum (reviewed annually) commensurate on experience
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Contribution pension scheme
- Exciting opportunity to make a difference for the many animals we care for at the Rescue Centre
Download Job Description & Person Specification
How to apply: Please post/email a covering letter and your C.V. to Animals in Distress, Biltor, Edgelands Lane, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 5UF or recruitment@animalsindistress.uk.com
Closing Date: Monday 15th May 2023 Shortlisting: By Tuesday 16th May 2023
Interviews: We aim to conduct first stage interviews on Wednesday 24th May 2023. Please note, if you have not heard from us within a week of the closing date, regrettably you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Animals in Distress (Torbay and Westcountry) is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
