We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity.
All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Field Veterinary Officer:
- involved in the development and delivery of veterinary services throughout the charity with specific responsibility for the cat centres and local volunteer run sites in the Southeast of England
- complete regular visits, alongside attending regional conferences and networking meetings to ensure the efficient and effective running of cat centres and local volunteer run sites
- ensure that all veterinary work being carried out by both employees and volunteers falls within the Cat Protection’s policies and guidelines
- assist in the development of new guidance and deliver presentations to our volunteers, staff and the veterinary profession
About the Field Veterinary team:
- responsible for ensuring that the behaviour and welfare, husbandry and treatment of cats in Cats Protection’s care is always maintained to a high standard include specific information of the team function
- supports cat centres, local volunteer run sites and all other departments by offering advice, assistance and training where required.
- provide guidance to veterinary professionals and the public by responding to veterinary, behaviour or welfare queries
- the team will be expanding to consist of a Senior Field Veterinary Officer and 4 Field Veterinary Officers
What we’re looking for in our Field Veterinary Officer:
- a degree in veterinary medicine
- currently registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons to practise in the UK
- a full, manual driving license is essential
- significant experience working in a small animal practice
- charity/shelter medicine experience
- self-motivation and the ability to work on own initiative
- the ability to work accurately, under pressure and can manage conflict
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about on our website.
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 02 February 2025
Virtual interview date: w/c 10 February 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- anonymised application form
- virtual interview with presentation
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation – where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals’ experience and can reach and partner all areas of society – is crucial if we’re to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
