Due to the nature of this role, this post is for women only and is exempt under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
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 Lifeline Manager:
- leadership and line management of the Lifeline Caseworkers, including managing performance and settling objectives via probationary review and annual
appraisals - responsible for recruiting and managing the project volunteers as well as promoting and developing the service
- oversee the referrals coming into the service and arrange the safe transportation and collection of cats
- build and develop partnerships with local domestic abuse services and relevant organisations
- be responsible for the promotion, development and monitoring of the service across London and the South East
About the Lifeline team:
- Lifeline is a pet fostering service for anyone fleeing domestic abuse
- the majority of our referrals come from women fleeing domestic abuse via women-only services.
- the service places cats into volunteer foster homes on a temporary basis until their owners can be reunited with them.
- the team consists of Lifeline Caseworkers and a Volunteer Team Leader as well as the wider Lifeline team
What we’re looking for in our Lifeline Manager:
- experience of supporting people experiencing domestic abuse working with or on behalf of
- adults/families in a support role
- experience of managing and leading volunteer and employee teams
- ability to deal with sensitive situations and cope under pressure in an appropriate manner
- strong organisational skills and able to prioritise and manage workload
- understanding of cat care and cat welfare issues
- confident with Microsoft Office programmes
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: 09 April 2025
Interview date: w/c 28 April 2025
Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.
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
- video screening stage
- virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk 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.
