New & exciting opportunities to join our
Coordinator team!
Intake Coordinator
Position title: Intake Coordinator
Location: In and around York + virtual
Commitment: Flexible hours, workload is varied dependent on number of intakes per week.
Role overview:
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As the intake Coordinator, you will oversee the intake process for cats entering our care. This role is crucial in ensuring that each cat receives the appropriate care and support from the moment they arrive. You will be the primary point of contact for incoming cats, coordinating with fosters and the Trustee team to facilitate a smooth transition.
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Key responsibilities:
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Intake Management: Oversee the intake process for new cats, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and initial assessments are conducted.
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​Communication: Serve as the primary liaison with cat owners, volunteers, fosters and Trustees to gather comprehensive information about each cat’s background, health, and temperament. We generally use Facebook messenger and email as primary forms of communication so access to these is essential.
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​Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organised records of all incoming cats, including medical history, behavioural notes, and foster placements. Our records are predominantly electronic.
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​Support and Training: Provide guidance and resources to foster families on the care of their foster cats, ensuring they have the tools and equipment and guidance needed for success.
What we’re looking for:
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Passion for animal welfare and a strong commitment to helping cats in need.
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​Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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​Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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​Ability to handle cats safely and compassionately.
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​Proficiency in basic computer skills with experience in using Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Docusign.
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​Previous experience in animal rescue is preferred but not essential.
Why Join us?
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Gain valuable experience in animal rescue.
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​Make a direct impact on the lives of cats, our foster carers and the wider volunteer team.
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​Be part of a supportive community of animal lovers and advocates.
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​Receive ongoing support from the experienced Trustee team and volunteers.
How to Apply:
​If you’re ready to make a difference, please write to us at bandofrescuersteam@gmail.com and tell us more about yourself and an overview of why you feel this role is right for you!
Help us create a brighter future for our feline friends!
Fundraising Coordinator
Position title: Fundraising coordinator
Location: Virtual/ home based & around York
Commitment: Variable/ flexible
Role overview:
​As the Volunteer Fundraising Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping us raise the essential funds that keep our cat rescue work going. This position is key to ensuring we can continue to provide care, veterinary treatment, food, and a safe haven to cats in need. You will take the lead on planning and delivering fundraising activities and work closely with the wider team to help grow support for our charity.
Key responsibilities:
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Fundraising campaigns: Plan, lead and deliver creative fundraising initiatives (both online and in-person).
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Event coordination: Organise and promote fundraising events such as raffles, auctions, online events, and local community events.
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Donor engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with donors, thanking them and keeping them informed about how their contributions are used.
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Grant applications: Identify grant and funding opportunities.
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Collaboration: Work closely with trustees, the social media team, and other volunteers to align fundraising with our campaigns and goals.
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Tracking and reporting: Keep accurate records of donations, event outcomes, and supporter engagement to help inform future planning.
What we’re looking for:
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Fundraising experience: Previous experience in fundraising is essential – whether in a charity, community group or similar role.
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Excellent communication skills: Confident in engaging with people online, over email, and in person.
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Creative thinking: Able to bring fresh ideas and identify new opportunities for income generation.
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Organisational skills: Able to manage your time well, plan ahead, and juggle a variety of small tasks or projects — all while working within the limitations and resources of a small, volunteer-led charity.
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Passion for animal welfare: A genuine desire to help cats and support their journey to safety and adoption.
Why Join us?
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Make a difference: Your work will directly support the rescue, care and rehoming of cats in need.
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Use your experience for good: Put your fundraising knowledge to work in a role that creates visible impact.
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Supportive community: Join a warm, friendly team of passionate animal lovers.
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Enhance your skills in communication, organisation, teamwork, and problem-solving
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Gain a sense of purpose by supporting a cause you care about and making a real difference
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Networking opportunities with like-minded volunteers, local businesses, and donors
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CV-boosting credentials that stand out to employers and universities
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Leadership experience through coordinating events, managing tasks, and motivating others
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A great way to make friends and meet new people in a supportive, social environment
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Personal fulfilment from seeing the impact of your efforts
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Confidence building through events and community interactions
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Flexible volunteering hours to suit your schedule
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References and endorsements available.
How to Apply:
If you’re excited to help make a real difference for cats in need, please reach out to us at bandofrescuersteam@gmail.com. Tell us a bit about yourself and your fundraising experience – we’d love to hear from you! Help us change lives, one cat at a time.
Adoption Coordinator
Position title: Adoption Coordinator
Location: Virtual/ home based
Commitment: Variable/ flexible hours
Role overview:
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As the adoption coordinator, you will oversee the rehoming process for cats in our care. This role is essential in matching cats with suitable adoptive families, ensuring a smooth transition from foster homes to permanent residences. You will work closely with fosters, adopters, the Trustees and the Home Visit Co-ordinator to facilitate successful adoptions that benefit both the cats and their new families.
Key responsibilities:
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​Adoption management: Oversee the adoption process from home visit stage to adoption day, including participating in screening potential adopters, facilitating home visits, coordinating meet and greets and providing after care support.
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​Communication: Act as the primary point of liaison between prospective adopters and foster carers, providing information about available cats and addressing any questions or concerns with the aim of facilitating a smooth running adoption process. We use Facebook messenger and email as primary forms of communication so access to these is essential.
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​Matchmaking: Assess the needs and preferences of both cats and adopters to ensure the best possible matches for long-term success.
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​Record keeping: Maintain accurate and organised records of adoption applications, follow-ups, and outcomes to track the progress of each adoption.
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​Support and guidence: Provide resources and support to adopters on cat care, behaviour, and integration into their new homes to facilitate successful adoption.
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​Post-adoption support: Facilitate after care support for adopters and ensure the conditions of adoption agreements are upheld- for example sending out neutering reminders when adopted kittens are old enough and sign adoptions off once fully complete.
What we’re looking for:
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Passion for animal welfare and a strong commitment to helping cats in need.
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​Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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​Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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​Ability to handle cats safely and compassionately.
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​Proficiency in basic computer skills with experience in using Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Docusign.
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​Previous experience in animal rescue is preferred but not essential.
Why Join us?
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Gain valuable experience in animal rescue.
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​Make a direct impact on the lives of cats, our foster carers and the wider volunteer team.
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​Be part of a supportive community of animal lovers and advocates.
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​Receive ongoing support from the experienced Trustee team and volunteers.
How to apply:
​If you’re ready to make a difference, please write to us at bandofrescuersteam@gmail.com and tell us more about yourself and an overview of why you feel this role is right for you!
Help us create a brighter future for our feline friends!
Foster team Coordinator
Position title: Foster team Coordinator
Location: Virtual/ home based
Commitment: Variable/ flexible hours
Role overview:
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As the Volunteer Foster Coordinator, you will play a vital role in managing our foster program for cats in our care. This position is essential for ensuring that our cats are placed in loving, temporary homes while they await adoption. You will collaborate closely with foster carers, potential adopters, and other volunteers to create a supportive environment that benefits both the cats and their fosters.
Key responsibilities:
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​Foster management: Oversee the onboarding and ongoing support of foster carers.
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Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for foster carers, addressing any questions or concerns and providing necessary updates. Communication will primarily occur through email and messaging platforms, access to facebook and Whatapp is essential.
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Training and support: Provide guidance and resources to foster carers on cat care, behaviour, and best practices to ensure the well-being of the cats in their care and ensuring our policies and procedures are upheld.
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Record keeping: Maintain organised and accurate records of foster placements, including intake forms, health updates, and feedback from foster homes.
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Coordination of resources: Ensure that foster homes have the necessary supplies (food, litter, etc.) and access to veterinary care as needed.
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Post-Foster follow-up: Check in with fosterers to gather feedback and facilitate any transitions to permanent homes, ensuring a smooth process for both the cats and their fosters.
What we’re looking for:
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Passion for animal welfare: A strong commitment to the well-being of cats and a desire to support their journey to permanent homes.
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Excellent communication skills: Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with foster carers and the volunteer team.
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Organisational skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple foster placements simultaneously.
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Computer proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and communication platforms such as email and social media.
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Previous experience in animal rescue: Preferred but not essential; a willingness to learn and grow in this role is important. It is essential, however, to have experience and knowledge of cat health and behaviour.
Why Join us?
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Make a difference: Play a crucial role in the lives of cats and their foster families.
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Gain experience: Develop valuable skills in animal rescue and foster care management.
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Community support: Become part of a dedicated team of animal lovers and advocates.
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Ongoing training & development: Receive support and guidance from experienced volunteers and trustees.
How to apply:
If you’re excited to make a difference, please reach out to us at bandofrescuersteam@gmail.com. Share a bit about yourself and why you believe this role is a perfect fit for you!
Help us create a brighter future for our feline friends!
