<p>Do you want to help create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe animal welfare is everyone's welfare. Join us in creating a better world for every animal. We can do it if we work together, everyone for every animal.</p><p>We are excited to be looking for an inspirational, people centric new team member as <strong>Animal Centre Manager </strong>at our <strong>Southridge Site -</strong> <strong>12 month Fixed term contract.</strong></p><p>Southridge is an important part of our network, supporting the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of animals in need. With exciting plans to develop a co-located site, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the centre and the services we provide.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to:</p><ul><li aria-level="1">Work closely with the Operations Manager to prepare the centre for its new co-located site</li><li aria-level="1">Inspire and support colleagues and volunteers through a period of positive change</li><li aria-level="1">Share your experience and lead by example as a role model and change champion<br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Working hours:</strong> 35 hours per week on a shift basis between 08:30 – 17:00, including weekends and Bank Holidays</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Southridge Animal Centre, Packhorse Lane, Potters Bar, EN6 3LZ</p><p>Southridge is one of the RSPCA largest centres caring for a significant number of dogs, cats and small animals along with taking a lead in holding and rehoming our farm animals in need of rehabilitation and rehoming.&nbsp;</p><ul><li aria-level="1">Working hours: 35 hours on a shift basis between 08.30 - 5.00pm including weekends and Bank Holidays.&nbsp;</li><li aria-level="1">Location: Southridge Animal Centre, Packhorse Ln, Potters Bar EN6 3L</li><li aria-level="1">Contract: Fixed term for 12 months</li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The role</strong></span></p><p>Are you a collaborative and values-driven leader? Do you share our mission to create a kinder world for all animals?</p><p>As Animal Centre Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day running of the centre, ensuring excellent animal welfare, a positive customer experience, and a supportive environment for colleagues and volunteers.</p><p>You'll thrive in a fast-paced setting, balancing changing priorities with creativity and sound judgement. By coaching and developing a diverse team, you'll deliver high-quality care aligned with national standards, championing the voice of every animal through effective, triage-led approaches.</p><p>You'll also ensure the centre is safe, compliant, and sustainable, working collaboratively to create a positive space for both people and animals.</p><p>Are you ready to join our movement?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Our recruitment journey&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p>Here's what the process looks like, no surprises, just a friendly guide:</p><ol><li aria-level="1">Application<br>You'll be asked to answer an application question to give us a sense of your experience, skills, and potential. Don't worry if you don't tick every box - what really matters is what you can bring to the role and the team.</li><li aria-level="1">Panel Interview<br>If your application is successful, you'll be invited to a panel interview with the Hiring Manager and a member of the Management team.&nbsp;This is a chance to:</li></ol><ul><li aria-level="1">Share more about what you've done and what you're proud of</li><li aria-level="1">Ask questions about the role, team, and impact you could make</li><li aria-level="1">Show off your skills and behaviours in a relaxed, supportive setting<br><br></li></ul><p>If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know - we're happy to support you.</p>