Do you have what it takes?
Animal Care Volunteer
Our animal care volunteers work initially on a morning shift, at least one day a week. Each shift is 5 hours long and we expect volunteers to complete the full 5 hours because if they don't, the animals don't get cleaned and fed, so that can't happen!
Every animal we have is stressed, sick or injured. We need people who can be calm when dealing with frightened animals, deal with crisis situations with confidence and compassion and enjoy working independently as part of a fast paced team.
Full training is given, the initial training is part of a 6 week probationary period which volunteers have to pass within the time frame.
Volunteers are expected to work one weekend morning every 2 months.
Working with the animals is rewarding but needs full commitment. We are as hands off as possible, we return these animals to the wild so they cannot be imprinted by human contact, this is not a role for someone who thinks they will be cuddling animals!
If you are interested in volunteering with us, working directly with the animals, please complete our online application form, below.
Transport Volunteer
Are you interested in helping injured wildlife in its hour of need? Our transport volunteers play a huge part in saving the lives of animals, helping us get wildlife to the Rescue as quickly and efficiently as possible. The role mostly involves collecting an animal from the 'finder' and delivering it to the Rescue at Horton in Ribblesdale or another location. Volunteers sometimes get involved in capturing and securing the animal, too. Whether it's a hedgehog, a cuckoo, a hare or an owl, every animal needs to get to the Rescue quickly to increase its chances of survival.
If you are interested in joining the YDWR transport team, please complete our online application form, below.
Housekeeping and Maintenance
We have other roles available including site maintenance and housekeeping. As previous roles, these will suit individuals who are able to work independently within a wider team. Handyman skills or just yard clearance ability are welcome as is someone who can load a dishwasher, mop a floor and hang out washing! Every single job helps the Rescue run as smoothly as possible, for the benefit of the animals in our care.
If you are interested in volunteering with us any of the above roles, please complete our online application form and we will be in touch as soon as we can:
https://forms.gle/dqaGnBJrqu38HRFX8
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