Last night the GSPCA welcomed 17 new volunteers into the team.
Sarah Creasey GSPCA Welfare & Education Officer and Sarah Ozanne Animal Care Assistant welcomed the group of new volunteers.
On what was a cold and dark evening new faces started arriving just after 6pm ready for the 6.30 start.
The two Sarah's gave a presentation on what we do at the GSPCA, how they can help and an induction in our rules and working safely for the GSPCA.
The talk took just over an hour and the group were all given handouts, some homework, a certificate of attendance and then each volunteer had the chance to speak to the staff about how they would like to help and set a date.
Christine, Phylis, Chrissie, Alex, Vanessa, Georgie, Anne, Charly, Asha, Imogen, Emily, Mariette, Rachel, Sarah, Christina, Irene and Sue are all due to start helping over the next few weeks and we look forward getting them involved.
Sarah Creasey Welfare & Education Officer said "It was lovely meeting the 17 new volunteers that came last night to our GSPCA Volunteer Induction."
"There are so many ways volunteers can help at the GSPCA and we run inductions each month to get those interested involved."
"We have over 600 active volunteers each year and we really appreciate each and every one."
Sarah Ozanne Animal Care Assistant said "It was very cold last night but we still saw a great turn out at the GSPCA."
"Our next induction is on Tuesday the 8th December with the GSPCA Manager and then throughout 2016."
We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. We currently have in excess of 600 volunteers that help in a whole host and range of ways with some helping 7 days a week to others who help once a year.
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.
6.30pm Tuesday 8th December 2015
6.30pm Tuesday 5th January 2016
6.30pm Tuesday 2nd February 2016
6.30pm Thursday 3rd March 2016
6.30pm Thursday 7th April 2016
6.30pm Tuesday 3rd May 2016
6.30pm Wednesday 1st June 2016
6.30pm Thursday 30th June 2016
3pm Monday 18th July 2016
3pm Wednesday 27th July 2016
6.30pm Thursday 4th August 2016
6.30pm Tuesday 6th September 2016
6.30pm Tuesday 13th September 2016
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.
To find out more regarding our Angel Sponsorship Scheme please click here.
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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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