Raystede is a vibrant, exciting workplace, with many varied and interesting roles ranging from animal welfare to estates management. Every role helps to contribute to raising funds for our animals. We are recruiting for the following roles;
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Rehoming team. The Rehoming team is responsible for providing the first point of contact for the admission of, and assisting with the adoption of, animals at Raystede. The Rehoming team forms a key part of our animal welfare service.
In this role you will be delivering first-class customer service, answering queries, rehoming animals effectively, and also play an active part in managing our volunteer foster network. The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 2 Certificate in Animal Care and have evidence of care and welfare of animals.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We have a unique opportunity for someone who is interested in a customer facing role to join our dedicated Peaceways team for a fixed period of 6 months.
Peaceways is the pet crematorium operating within Raystede, offering a personal, caring service to bereaved pet owners throughout Sussex. Our Peaceways team deliver excellent customer service to our clients and exceptional care to the animals who come to us.
Full training for the role is given for the successful candidate so no previous experience in a position like this is required, however you must have empathy for our clients, excellent customer service skills and the ability to exercise discretion and sensitivity for this client facing role.
The successful candidate will be required to deal with client queries, both face to face and on the telephone, make client bookings and operate our machinery. You will need to welcome clients to Peaceways and support them through the service we offer; you will also be required to drive our Peaceways van to and from the main Raystede site, so a full driving licence is essential.
Peaceways is set within beautiful woodland where we welcome our clients and their pets which is short drive from the main Raystede site.
As a member of the Raystede team we will provide you with a full uniform, bespoke pet bereavement training, access to further learning and development, discounts in Raystede shop and Cafe, employer pension, employer sickness provision, up to 30 days annual leave a year (pro rata for part time), the ability to bring your pet dog to work as well as other staff benefits.
To apply please download our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our Animal Welfare team. Responsible for all aspects of managing and running the on-site surgery, our team provide the highest standards of animal care and welfare for the animals and form a key part of our animal welfare service.
The successful candidate will ensure the effective operation of the veterinary clinic including being responsible for all veterinary and pharmaceutical registrations including those for the premises and provide advice to the Chief Executive, senior management team, and animal care managers on a range of animal welfare issues as required.
With at least five years experience in small animal practices, candidates must have experience of working with members of the public or within a visitor environment and have experience of handling commonly domesticated small animal species. Understanding shelter medicine is desirable as is experience of working independently within a veterinary practice.
To discuss more about the role, please email your contact details to vacancies@raystede.org asking for a discussion.
To apply please download & complete our application form and Skills Matrix and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Corporate Fundraiser
Permanent
Salary £24,125
Are you an effective and inspiring networker with the ability to spot opportunities for collaboration and align brand values? Are you a tenacious self-starter with the ability to galvanise groups of people and create advocates? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
We are looking for a key member of our Fundraising Team to build relationships with local and national companies, and extend our business networks, securing vital income for animal welfare from companies.
You will have the ability to manage complex relationships and projects - inspiring stakeholders at all levels - and think strategically about long term prospects, driving further engagement. You may have existing Fundraising experience or could have a B2B sales background or previous business development skills, with a strong track record of developing relationships.
You will be responsible for researching, engaging and pitching to new business prospects and will support relationships to maximise the scope for further engagement.
This is an exciting time to join Raystede as we expand our presence in the community and grow a specialised team of fundraisers. You will help to shape the Corporate Fundraising area from an early stage, listening to the market, and responding entrepreneurially to maximise opportunities and income potential.
Reporting to the Fundraising Partnerships Manager, you will create an exciting and innovative Corporate Engagement Plan and be supported to develop key relationships as well as being supported to continue your own professional development.
We would love to hear from you if you:
To apply please download our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jennifer Deane: Jdeane@raystede.org 01825 627090.
Closing date for applications: 27 June 2022, however interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Cook who is looking to join a friendly dedicated team in our onsite Cafe?
The café team are part of the Commercial and Visitor Operations department. With a friendly caring approach we offer a broad range of food and drink to visitors onsite, helping to support the animals in our care.
The successful candidate will operate the kitchen in an efficient and effective way to agreed standards, along side our Head Cook you will support and liaise with the Cafe Manager to maintain consistently high standards throughout the café and kitchen and be fully aware of all allergens and dietary requirements and help produce a menu reflective of this.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you a natural networker, who enjoys building connections, and giving excellent customer service? If you are proactive, highly organised and would love to help give animals a better life, then we have just the job for you!
In your role you will be responsible for growing income through maintaining excellent relationships with our loyal supporters in the community and creating new opportunities. You will take Raystede out to the community across Sussex and help to raise awareness of our work and develop new contacts and networks. This will include individuals, local businesses, community organisations such as schools, clubs and groups.
Excellent stewardship and relationship building is key to this role so you’ll be comfortable with having regular meetings, telephone conversations, attending community events and giving talks. This is a busy and varied role, no two days are the same, you’ll need excellent organisational skills to keep everything running smoothly.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
In return we can offer a beautiful rural work environment, staff discounts in our pet shop and café, flexible working hours and hybrid working, mentoring, training and professional development. But perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to set up something special, and make a real difference to the lives of animals.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Tanya Hunt, Head of Fundraising on 07960 898147.
How to apply – application form
We are interviewing candidates as we receive suitable applications, please do not wait to apply.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Trusts Fundraiser
Permanent
Salary £24,125 (pro rata)
Are you a enthusiastic and self-motivated Fundraiser with the ability to write compelling, high quality applications? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Trusts Fundraiser to become a significant contributor to the development of income generation at Raystede. You will expand our existing programme of Trusts support by creating persuasive applications, and undertaking effective research, with the aim of securing funding for a variety of core costs and capital projects.
This is an exciting role as you will help our Funders to engage deeply with our work, and the lives of the animals in our care, as you present tailored cases for support and gratifying evaluations.
An excellent storyteller with a keen eye for detail, you will be able to interpret financial data and funding criteria, as well as strategically plan for existing and future funding needs. You may have experience of Trusts in another fundraising role, or perhaps you’re also an animal-loving fundraiser, or someone who researches, complies and writes reports professionally.
You will also be responsible for setting up a stewardship plan for Trust Supporters, building relationships over the phone, through written communications and on site or at events.
The recruitment is part of our ongoing expansion of the Fundraising Team, growing specialist roles; the candidate will help to shape the development of the Trust Funders area, and will be supported to deliver excellent stewardship.
Reporting to the Fundraising Partnerships Manager, you will have autonomy to plan your time, and manage and grow the Trusts & Foundations pipeline. You will be encouraged to take an innovative approach to stewardship, and will be given the support to continue your own professional development.
We would love to hear from you if you:
To apply please download our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jennifer Deane: Jdeane@raystede.org 01825 627090.
Closing date for applications: 27 June 2022, however interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you an ambitious Major Giving and/or Corporate fundraising specialist looking to take on their next challenge? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare was established as a charity in 1952. We now have a 43-acre site and we work together to care for over 2,000 animals each year, rehoming 1,000 animals per year and providing sanctuary to even more. We are one of the most diverse rescue centres in the UK because we care for so many different species of animals. Join us to help give animals a better life.
This exciting new opportunity will see you in a strategic role as part of the fundraising management team. You will lead and develop strategies to increase income through major gifts, corporate partnerships and Trust funding. By building and leading a team of specialist fundraisers you will expand our networks, develop funding proposals and partnerships, and significantly grow income. You will personally manage and develop a selection of key major supporter and corporate relationships. Can you help us to take a big leap forward, spot opportunities, and set up something rather special?
We would love to hear from you if you:
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Closing Date - Wednesday 4 May
Interviews are planned for Friday 13 May, please save the date
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are currently looking for Café staff to ensure customers’ expectations of all food, beverages and customer service are exceeded. This may include, but not limited to any aspect of the café operation including service, food preparation, cleaning, health and safety, along with any other reasonable tasks to be undertaken.
To apply please download our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org or telephone our team on 01825 880491.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Part of the wider Animal Care team , the Waterfowl, Fowl and Smalls team is responsible for the care, rehabilitation, intake, and rehoming of the rabbits, small animals and fowl on site and forms a key part of our animal welfare service.
We have a part time position within the team with responsibility to admit, care for, rehabilitate and, where appropriate, rehome unwanted and stray animals. The successful candidates will provide the highest standards of animal care and welfare for the animals and deliver sector leading customer service, answering queries, and matching animals to adopters to ensure successful rehoming. All of our animal care teams are responsible for educating potential new owners and the general public in the care and welfare of their animals.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Events and Community Fundraising Manager
Full Time Permanent
Based at office near Lewes with the option of regular home working
Salary c £32K
Are you an ambitious Events or Community Fundraising professional looking for your next challenge? Do you love planning strategies and building a team? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
We are looking for a special person with the skills, experience and energy to transform our Fundraising Events programme and create an ambitious Community Fundraising strategy, delivering a very significant increase in activity and income in the medium to long term. Can you help us to take a big leap forward, spot opportunities, create plans, recommend investment and deliver ambitious growth?
This is an exciting time to join the Fundraising Team at Raystede as we roll out ambitious plans for growth across our fundraising income streams over the next 5 years. Expanding our Events and Community Fundraising programme is at the forefront of these plans – we are looking for an excellent people and product manager to build this team and program.
We would love to hear from you if you:
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Tanya Hunt, Head of Fundraising on 07960 898147.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Closing Date - Midday Monday 28th March
Please keep Tuesday 5th April and Friday 8th April free for Interviews
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
The cafe team are part of the Commercial and Visitor Operations department who provide essential services to our daily visitors. Upholding high standards and with a friendly caring approach, we help people enjoy their visit and encourage our customers to engage with Raystede as a Charity and understand about the work we do.
An opportunity has arisen within the team for a Supervisor to support the Manager across the Café operation, maintaining consistently high standards throughout the café. Delivering excellent customer service to internal and external customers and making a significant contribution to the Raystede centre and guest experience. The successful candidate will deputise in Manager’s absence, lead and instruct the team and be able to work flexibly across all café tasks.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are currently looking for a Cattery Manager whose main responsibilities will include:
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our busy onsite Surgery. Working closely with our Veterinary Surgeon, the team is responsible for all aspects of managing and running the on-site surgery. It provides the highest standards of animal care and welfare for the animals and forms a key part of our animal welfare service. This role also includes a £500 annual CPD allowance.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you an experienced Events Executive, Events Assistant or Project Manager looking to break into charity fundraising? Or an experienced fundraiser or marketer with a passion for Events? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
We are looking for a highly organised, creative, Events Fundraiser to join our team and work with us to deliver ambitious plans for growth. You must be passionate about marketing, analysis, and be results and target driven, with an eye for detail. Enjoy being part of a supportive and professional fundraising team. And you absolutely must love animals!
This is a great time to join the fundraising team at Raystede. We are preparing to drive ambitious growth across our fundraising income streams over the next 5 years. Expanding our Events and Community Fundraising programme is at the forefront of these plans. You will be joining a new Team of 3, including an Events and Community Fundraising Manager, Community Fundraiser and Events Fundraiser.
In your role as Events Fundraiser you will work closely with the Events and Community Fundraising Manager to develop a growing portfolio of fundraising and challenge event products. Taking ownership of a portfolio of Events, you will plan, market and deliver these events to maximise net income, new contacts to database and raise awareness of Raystede’s work. Researching, evaluating, and developing the portfolio of events and marketing methods is key to making this role a success.
We would love to hear from you if you:
In return we can offer a beautiful rural work environment, staff discounts in our pet shop and café, flexible working hours and hybrid working, mentoring, training and professional development. But perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to set up something special, and make a real difference to the lives of animals.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Tanya Hunt, Head of Fundraising on 07960 898147. Please be aware I am on leave for Christmas from the 20th December until the 4th January.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you a passionate and motivated individual, committed to making a positive difference to the lives and welfare of animals?
If a rewarding and fulfilling career is top of your requirements along with working as part of a great team and giving animals a better life, then this job is for you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small dynamic fundraising team. The Gifts in Wills and In-Memory Fundraiser is a vital part of the team, raising around 40% of Raystede’s total income. You will be responsible for manage the administration of Gifts in Wills, nurturing relationships with our in-memory and Gift in Will supporters as well as developing and promoting our in memory and legacy appeals and initiatives to a wide range of audiences.
We are looking for a special, donor-centred individual with the following key attributes:
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate individual to make a real impact on the long-term income development plan at Raystede, helping to give animals their best life.
This role is available Full Time or could be split into two Part Time roles. Please call to discuss if you have skills or experience in a specific area of this role.
For an informal chat about the role in the new year please contact Tanya Hunt, Head of Fundraising on 07960 898147.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are seeking a passionate person to join our Finance Team. Working in our small team the successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of finance procedures, especially purchase ledger, cash handling and banking.
Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and excellent administration skills are essential for this busy role. Good working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts Professional is desirable but training will be given.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note that this listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are looking for someone to join us and run our new charity shop in Lewes!
We would like to recruit someone to manage all aspects of the Retail charity shop operation, maintaining consistently high standards throughout the shop and storerooms, including stock management and staff rota. Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Managing the day to day running of the shop. Optimising sales. Maintaining effective stock management and merchandising. Managing and training shop volunteers. Carrying out shop administration. Taking necessary action to arrange repairs and maintenance of the premises. Ensuring adequate security. Enforcing health and safety policy and procedures.
This is a full-time position.
Please see the attached job description below for more details about the role.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org or telephone our team on 01825 880491.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are currently looking for someone to join us and help with the running of our new charity shop in Lewes.
We need someone who can support the Manager across the Retail charity shop operation, maintaining consistently high standards throughout the shop and storerooms, including stock management and staff rota. Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Deputise in Manager’s absence. Lead and instruct the team, to deliver on targets and standards of service. And be able to work flexibly across all retail tasks.
This is a full-time position.
Please see the attached job description below for more details about the role.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org or telephone our team on 01825 880491.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
The retail team are part of the Commercial and Visitor Operations department. Upholding high standards and a friendly caring approach we help and encourage people to donate and buy goods from our charity shop. Every penny of our profits go directly into helping the animals in Raystede’s care.
Main Purpose of the role:
Support the Manager and Supervisor across the Retail charity shop operation, maintaining consistently high standards throughout the shop and storerooms. Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers ensuring service expectations are exceeded. Serving customers and accepting donated goods. Gift Aid sign ups and general retail tasks on the shop floor and in the back office.
This is a part-time position.
Please see the attached job description below for more details about the role.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Animal Care team working with our equine. The successful candidate will have a minimum equine Level 2 Certificate in Animal Care OR BHS Stage 2 and have evidence of care and welfare of animals which must include equines.
For more information please download the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Major Donor Fundraiser
Permanent
Salary £24,125
Are you an effective and inspiring relationship builder with the ability to think on your feet and put the donor at the heart of everything you do? Would you like to help give animals a better life?
We are looking for a key member of our Fundraising Team to build relationships with some of our most valuable supporters, and extend our networks of philanthropic animal lovers, securing vital income for a variety of core costs and future projects.
This is an exciting role as you will help our supporters to engage deeply with our work, and the lives of the animals in our care, through strong stewardship and cultivation activity. With your guidance, our donors can make a real and lasting difference to animal welfare.
You will be an excellent relationship builder, and a clear and inspiring communicator.
You may have experience of major donors in another fundraising role, or perhaps you’re also an animal-loving fundraiser, sales or business development professional with a strong track record of understanding clients and listening to their motivations.
The recruitment is part of our ongoing expansion of the Fundraising Team, growing specialist roles; the candidate will help to shape the development of the Major Giving area from an early phase, and will be supported to deliver excellent stewardship.
Reporting to the Fundraising Partnerships Manager, you will have autonomy to develop donor plans according to their interests and motivations; you will be encouraged to take an innovative approach to stewardship, and will be supported to continue your own professional development.
We would love to hear from you if you:
To apply please download our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jennifer Deane: Jdeane@raystede.org 01825 627090.
Closing date for applications: 27 June 2022, however interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Are you a natural networker, who enjoys building connections, and giving excellent customer service? If you are proactive, highly organised and would love to help give animals a better life, then we have just the job for you!
In your role you will be responsible for growing income through maintaining excellent relationships with our loyal supporters in the community and creating new opportunities. You will take Raystede out to the community across Sussex and help to raise awareness of our work and develop new contacts and networks. This will include individuals, local businesses, community organisations such as schools, clubs and groups.
Excellent stewardship and relationship building is key to this role so you’ll be comfortable with having regular meetings, telephone conversations, attending community events and giving talks. This is a busy and varied role, no two days are the same, you’ll need excellent organisational skills to keep everything running smoothly.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
In return we can offer a beautiful rural work environment, staff discounts in our pet shop and café, flexible working hours and hybrid working, mentoring, training and professional development. But perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to set up something special, and make a real difference to the lives of animals.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Tanya Hunt, Head of Fundraising on 07960 898147.
We are interviewing candidates as we receive suitable applications, please do not wait to apply.
To apply please download & complete our application form and email it to us at vacancies@raystede.org
Please note we do not accept CV's
If you have not heard from us within two weeks, thank you for your application, however please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
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