Animal Care Assistant - Taupō Centre
SPCA TAUPO supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
Join the passionate team at SPCA’s Taupō Centre and be part of something truly rewarding!
As an Animal Care Assistant, you’ll help create a safe, clean, and caring environment for animals on their journey to recovery and adoption. Whether you're prepping meals, refreshing bedding, or giving some gentle cuddles, your time will directly impact their wellbeing
Key Tasks:
Cleaning animal enclosures to maintain hygiene
Preparing food and feeding animals
Restocking supplies and keeping areas tidy
Walking dogs
Providing gentle enrichment and socialisation for animals
Taking care of small animals - guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens and birds
Traits & Skills:
Comfortable around cats and dogs
Reasonably fit (cleaning and bending involved)
Reliable and consistent
Willingness to get a little messy in the name of love
Great team player with a positive attitude
Purpose & Impact:
Your help allows the SPCA team to focus on veterinary care, adoptions, and emergency rescues. Every shift means more tails wagging and more animals thriving on their journey to new homes!
Time Commitment:
A regular 4-hour shift once a week, ideally in the morning between 9AM and 1PM. You’ll join a roster based on your availability - flexibility is a bonus!
Volunteer Benefits:
Be part of a passionate, animal-loving team
Gain hands-on experience in animal welfare
Build confidence and feel the joy of giving back
Support New Zealand’s most vulnerable animals