Volunteer Induction Evening Wednesday 26th February - Especially looking for helpers with reception & gardening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles.

This Wednesday we are holding our second Volunteer Induction Evening of 2014.

After the last evening having an attendance of 33 new volunteers the GSPCA now has over 300 individuals from around Guernsey helping in the many roles available from dog walking to fund raising.

With many of the volunteers helping during the weekend the GSPCA would love to hear from those individuals that can help during the week and especially those interested in helping with the gardening and grounds work around site and also anyone interested in helping on the reception desk with the phone and meeting the many visitors at the Shelter.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said 'We have a fantastic team of volunteers at the Shelter from the many dog walkers to  those that help with fund raising.'

'There are many ways in which volunteers can help support the Shelter and this Wednesday at 6.30pm those interested can find out more details.'

'Volunteers looking too help with the animals must be 14 or over but those younger can help with our many events.'

'We would really like to hear from those interested in helping on our reception desk and also caring for the grounds we have here at the GSPCA in St Andrews.'

'You don't need to  book a place, just turn up on the night to find out the  many ways you can help the GSPCA and a short induction in safety and procedures.'

'There is a little home work for those that want to help and at the end of the evening I will have a chat with each person to see how they would like to help.'

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.

The Volunteer Induction Evenings for 2014 will take place on the following Wednesdays at 6.30pm in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA.

• 26^th February 2014
• 2^nd April 2014
• 14^th May 2014
• 2^nd July 2014
• 3^rd September 2014
• 24^th October 2014
• 26^th November 2014

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. 

See some of our wardens here http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens

Special Roles -

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.

If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days

To find out about other training and courses at the GSPCA please click here.

To donate staff that were involved with the GSPCA Purple Week please follow this link - http://www.justgiving.com/purpleweekhairgspca

To donate to Trinity and Edens Big Fish Appeal please call 01481 257261, pop along to the Animal Shelter in St Andrews, by post or by clicking the link below.

We will of course keep you up to date with Trinity and Edens progress and keep your eyes open for pictures and videos.

To see our new online shop 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.

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The following are events planned for 2014

To find out about how to become a Member, Sponsor an Animal Pen, our Wish List, Corporate Sponsorship & Volunteering, Events, our Cattery Appeal and much more please click here.