Volunteer positions
Centre Assistant
Thames Centre
We are looking for volunteers to help with day-to-day tasks around the Centre, such as laundry, cutting towels for rags, and cleaning.
You will be involved in a range of duties, such as:
- Working with cats
- Working with dogs
- Laundry
- Cleaning
- Replenishing Pet Food
- Assisting with adoptions
- Assisting with vet treatments
- Cutting towels for rags
Qualifications and Education Requirements
No formal qualification required but you will need to be at least 18 years of age.
Preferred skills
Successful candidate must be able to follow instructions and all Health and Safety requirements. They should be enthusiastic, hardworking, be able to work well in a team and have a genuine love of animals.
If you have any questions, please call us on 07 868 6830 or email thames.office@spca.nz
Volunteer application
For: Centre Assistant at Thames Centre
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for SPCA. Volunteers are a vital part of the SPCA team and we simply couldn't do the work we do without the large number of volunteers who donate their time to help the animals.
Please fill out the form below to start your volunteer journey with us. If you need assistance, please call the team at your local SPCA Centre or op shop.
Please note: Our centres and op shops have minimum age requirements to volunteer. For op shops the minimum age is 15 years. For volunteering at a centre, please enquire with them directly if you are under 16 years of age. You may need to provide an up-to-date Ministry of Justice check prior to starting. Please be aware that during the application process we will ask about any medical conditions (physical or mental) we need to be aware of to ensure your safety while volunteering for us.
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