Volunteering with SCARS

We have various volunteering roles within the refuge,

Dog Kennel Volunteers:

• Cleaning dog kennels and shared areas, including picking up waste, sticks, and debris

• Preparing and feeding dogs according to their individual needs

• Checking, cleaning, and refilling water bowls to ensure dogs always have fresh water

• Exercising dogs through walks and playtime to support their physical and emotional wellbeing

Cattery Volunteers:

• Cleaning cat enclosures and shared areas, including litter trays and general tidying

• Preparing and feeding cats according to their individual dietary needs

• Checking, cleaning, and refilling water bowls to ensure cats always have fresh water

• Providing enrichment, gentle handling, and social interaction to support cats’ wellbeing and confidence

Dog & Cat Foster Carers:

Providing a safe, loving home environment and dedicated space for animals in your care

• Supporting animals with daily care, including feeding, cleaning, exercise, and companionship

• Helping animals settle into home life, build confidence, and prepare for adoption

• Observing and sharing updates on behaviour, health, and progress with the foster coordinator

• Working closely with the foster coordinator and SCARS, with ongoing guidance, resources, and support provided

Event Volunteers:

• Supporting SCARS at on-site and off-site events across the community

• Assisting at fundraising events to help raise vital funds for the care of animals

• Promoting SCARS through awareness events, sharing information about our work and mission

• Supporting adoption awareness events by engaging with the public and helping animals find loving homes

• Helping with event set-up, pack-down, and general support on the day

Market Shop Volunteers:

• Sorting, pricing, and organising donated items

• Selling items to the public and providing friendly customer service

• Keeping the shop clean, tidy, and welcoming for customers and volunteers

• Supporting SCARS by helping raise funds through shop sales

Gardening Volunteers:

• Helping maintain the grounds through general gardening and outdoor upkeep

• Tasks may include mowing, weeding, pruning, planting, and clearing leaves or debris

• Keeping outdoor areas safe, tidy, and welcoming for animals, volunteers, and visitors

• Supporting SCARS by creating and maintaining a calm, pleasant environment

Maintenance Volunteers:

• Assisting with general repairs and upkeep around the refuge

• Tasks may include putting up shelves, basic carpentry, minor fixes, and maintenance jobs

• Helping ensure facilities are safe, functional, and well maintained

• Supporting SCARS by keeping the refuge running smoothly for animals, volunteers, and visitors

Linen and Laundry Volunteers:

• Washing, drying, and folding linen, bedding, and towels used throughout the refuge

• Sorting clean and used laundry and restocking supplies as needed

• Helping maintain hygiene and comfort for animals in care

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the refuge through essential behind-the-scenes work

Admin Assistants:

• Answering phone calls and responding to general enquiries

• Greeting visitors and providing a friendly first point of contact

• Signing customers and visitors in and out of the refuge

• Keeping the reception and admin areas clean, tidy, and welcoming

• Supporting the team with basic administrative tasks as needed