Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary (Charity CIO 1185213) is a rescue and rehabilitation charity for orphaned, injured and sick wildlife. Our main centre is based in Whitby, YO22 4NW and we are seeking volunteers to assist with the animal care work.

What You'll Do: 

You will be working with a variety of wildlife, helping to care for, feed and clean on our site here at Broomfields Farm, YO22 4NW. Volunteers typically volunteer weekly but we are flexible, with some volunteers coming in fortnightly, monthly and some on a more flexible basis , around work schedules. Volunteers arrive between 9 and 1 and stay for a minimum of 2 hours per session. Wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Training provided. We will first organise a 2 hour 'taster session', so you can get a feel for the place and ensure its a position you would like to do.  Feel free to pop us an email: whitbywildlifesanctuary@outlook.com or a FB message to our page 'Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary' to discuss further. 

Note - this position is based in Whitby.

Why You'll Love It: 
You will connect with nature, work closely with wildlife often not seen, make friends, get exercise and be part of a successfully growing charity.
What You'll Learn: 
Wildlife care & rehabilitation, animal husbandry
What We're Looking For: 
Active & enthusiastic individuals, positivity 
Summary
Volunteering
Community
Mental Health
Animals
Education
Environment
Darlington
Durham
Hartlepool
Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland
Stockton
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Teamwork/Collaboration
Adaptability
Communication
Empathy
Interpersonal / Confidence
Languages you should know: 
English
Requirements: 
Training

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