Centre Manager

Do you want to lead a dedicated team, improve the lives of vulnerable animals, and help shape the future of a growing charity?

Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference

Wythall Animal Sanctuary is entering an exciting period of growth and development. We are seeking an experienced, hands\-on Centre Manager to lead our multi\-species rescue sanctuary and boarding operations, ensuring exceptional animal welfare, operational excellence and a positive experience for staff, volunteers and visitors.

Why Join Us?

· Competitive salary of £36,000 \- £40,000 pa

· Opportunity for reduced\-rent on\-site accommodation

· Make a lasting impact on animal welfare

· Lead a dedicated and passionate team

· Play a key role in shaping the future of a growing charity

The Role

You will oversee the day\-to\-day running of a busy rescue sanctuary caring for cats, dogs, rabbits and ponies, alongside boarding facilities. This role combines operational leadership, people management, administration, and hands\-on animal care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee animal welfare, veterinary care and rehoming activities

· Lead, coach and develop staff and volunteers

· Manage rotas, performance, training and wellbeing

· Manage boarding operations and customer service standards

· Ensure compliance with animal welfare, health and safety and licensing requirements

· Oversee site maintenance, contractors, vehicles and equipment

· Monitor operational performance and contribute to income generation

· Support strategic projects and organisational growth

About You

· Proven experience managing teams in a hands\-on operational environment

· Experience in animal welfare, animal care, boarding or a similar setting

· Strong leadership and decision\-making skills

· Excellent communication and organisational abilities

· Working knowledge of health and safety and regulatory compliance

· Passionate about delivering outstanding animal welfare outcomes

Desirable Experience

· Animal welfare, management or leadership qualifications

· Charity or not\-for\-profit sector experience

· Experience in licensed boarding kennels or similar regulated environments

· Health \& Safety or First Aid qualifications

Additional Information

The role includes regular weekend working, routine evening welfare checks, outdoor working in all weather conditions and occasional out\-of\-hours emergency response responsibilities.

How to Apply

If you are looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where you can make a real difference to the lives of animals and help shape the future of Wythall Animal Sanctuary, we would love to hear from you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Wythall Animal Sanctuary is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Please click on the link to be redirected to our recruitment website, where you will find full details of the role and how to apply.

Applications for this role close at 5pm Friday 9th October 2026\.

Pay: £36,000\.00\-£40,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave


• Bereavement leave


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• Housing allowance


• On\-site parking


• Sick pay

• What experience do you have in animal welfare management? Specifically related to dogs, cats, ponies and rabbits


• What qualifications/training do you have in animal welfare and/or animal behaviour?


• What skills do you have in Health \& Safety and/or Facilities/Site Management?


• Tell us about your leadership and people management skills and experience

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