GSPCA Promoting Careers and Volunteers to Students at Future Workforce Event
The GSPCA was delighted to attend the Future Workforce Event held at The Guernsey Institute's Delancey Campus on 22nd May, where staff had the opportunity to meet students and discuss the many career and volunteering opportunities available within animal welfare.
Representing the charity were GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne and GSPCA Community and Training Officer Tim Pellet, who spent the day engaging with students, answering questions and providing an insight into the wide range of work carried out by the GSPCA.
Throughout the event, Tim and Steve spoke to students about the various roles involved in caring for animals, supporting wildlife, fundraising, education, community engagement, administration and many other aspects of running Guernsey's animal welfare charity.
As part of the event, Steve also delivered a presentation to one of the student groups, highlighting the work of the GSPCA, the challenges faced by animal welfare charities and the many ways people can become involved. The presentation was extremely well received and concluded with a round of applause from the students.
Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager, said:
"We were delighted to attend the Future Workforce Event and meet so many enthusiastic students interested in learning more about careers, volunteering and opportunities within the charitable sector.
"The GSPCA carries out a huge variety of work every day, from caring for animals and wildlife to education, fundraising, community engagement and supporting pet owners. It was wonderful to be able to share this with the students and explain the different pathways available for those looking to build experience and careers in animal welfare.
"I was especially pleased that the presentation was so well received, and both Tim and I thoroughly enjoyed answering questions and talking about everything the GSPCA does for the island's animals and wildlife."
Tim Pellet added:
"Events like these are a fantastic opportunity to engage with young people and showcase the rewarding opportunities available through both volunteering and employment at the GSPCA. We were delighted by the interest shown throughout the day and look forward to welcoming future volunteers, supporters and team members."
The GSPCA would like to thank The Guernsey Institute for hosting the event and providing the opportunity to connect with students who may become the next generation of animal welfare professionals and volunteers.
Anyone interested in current employment opportunities with the GSPCA can view vacancies at:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies
Those interested in volunteering and supporting the charity's work can find out more at:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Every year, GSPCA staff and volunteers help thousands of animals across Guernsey, making volunteering and employment with the charity a unique and rewarding way to make a difference to animal welfare in the island community.
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
To see animals looking for new homes
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- Kitten Day 10th July 2026
- World Snake Day 16th July 2026
- Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 16th July 2026
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”
“To visit our x page please click here .”
“Thank you for your support.”
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