12 new volunteers join the GSPCA for the second September Volunteer Induction - next being held on Thursday 6th October 630pm
Submitted by Steve on 09:14, 15th Sep, 2016 |
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On Tuesday evening the GSPCA held our second induction this month and greeted 12 new faces wanting to help out at the Animal Shelter and 24/7 work that is carried out.
Those present were interested in helping with dog walking to reception, cat pen cleaning to helping with the wildlife, fund raising to volunteering to gain experience for their CV and some to help gain life skills.
Some of those attending were students from Beucamps, Elizabeth College, Grammar School and Ladies College carrying out Duke of Edinburgh or volunteer placements.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager greeted the group and gave a presentation and talk about the work we carry out 24 hours 7 days a week, the differing volunteer roles and how to work safely at the GSPCA Shelter and our events.
After a 90 minute talk each of the group had a chance to talk to Steve about what they'd like to do and a date was set for them to come in.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We hold Volunteer Inductions every month at the GSPCA and it is wonderful how we always have such a great attendance."
"On Tuesday I welcomed 14 visitors and 12 new volunteers each wanting to help it different ways and the first are of this group are starting this weekend."
"That means this month we have inducted 26 new volunteers who join the team of over 600 volunteers that help every year."
"We have over 100 active volunteers every week and with over 600 each year, we have 1% of the Guernsey population helping us at the GSPCA."
"Our next Volunteer Induction is at 6.30pm on Thursday 6th October and we have others planned through the year."
"We couldn't help the thousands of animals that come through our doors at the GSPCA without our fantastic volunteers and great team."
"We look forward to the the new volunteers Harvey, Charlie, Harry, Lizzie, Bethany, Ellen, Emma, Grace, Maisie, Louise, Claire and Sara starting over the next few weeks and we thank them all for wanting to help us make a real difference to animals lives in Guernsey."
Currently at the GSPCA we are looking for volunteers to help in some specific areas including -
Fund raising and helping at stalls and many events
Volunteers to help with our flag days in October and November
Volunteer gardeners to help around site with St Andrews Floral Group
NIGHT VOLUNTEERING - Volunteer Wardens to help provide the ambulance emergency service we provide between 6pm and 8am every night
WEEKEND VOLUNTEERING - Volunteer Wardens to help provide the ambulance emergency service we provide between 8am until 6pm on the weekend
Hedgehog Volunteers especially on the weekend
Cat volunteers to help with their cleaning and care
Volunteer receptionists to help on the front desk
Dog walking volunteers
Cat socialising volunteers
Volunteers to help with the laundry and washing of animal bedding and towels
Volunteers to help with guided tours
If you can help with any of these roles please contact GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne on 01481 257261 or email [email protected]
We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles.
You need to be at least 14 years old to help at the Shelter. If you are younger then you could still help. If you talk to your parents or guardians they may help you with fund raising for the Animal Shelter.
To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and no matter your age there is always a way you can help.
If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of the sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction.
The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2015/16 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place.
When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held.
6.30pm Thursday 6th October 2016
6.30pm Thursday 3rd November 2016
6.30pm Tuesday 6th December 2016
Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA.
Dog Walking - to find out more
Cat Socialising - for more details
Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 200 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter.
Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff.
Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls.
Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch.
Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for.
Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC.
Fostering / Hand Rearing - follow this link to see our Fostering page
Fund Raising - we are always looking for volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you can help please fill in an application below and return it to the Shelter. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please
Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA.
Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days.
Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details on the Wardens please.
Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch.
Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know.
Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter.
Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites.
Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email [email protected]
Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day.
Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter.
To download a volunteer application form please and send it in if you cannot make one of the dates above -
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To find out about our Events, how to become a Member, Sponsor an Animal Pen, our Wish List, Corporate Sponsorship & Volunteering, , our New Build & Redevelopment Appeal and much more please click here.
There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA and you can even donate online by clicking the paypal link below.
By post cheques payable to 'GSPCA' - GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD
Or by phone 01481 257261.
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ers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls.
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