Volunteer for us

We are seeking friendly and confident people who are interested in raising vital funds for Bath Cats and Dogs Home to attend street collections in Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Midsomer Norton and Trowbridge throughout the year. Opportunities for collecting are highly sought after by all charities. They not only raise funds (some buckets come back with hundreds of pounds in) but also raise the profile of our charity within our local community. 

About the Role

You will be standing with a collection bucket, chatting to members of the public and being a cheery face for the charity. We ask for 1-2 hours of your day each time (if you are bringing a dog, shorter time slots will be given to ensure your dog's wellbeing). Although this volunteer role is not on-site, it is vital to our work and possibly one of the most important volunteer roles we have available. 

Bath Dates  

Saturday 25th November 
Saturday 9th December 

About You

You will need a cheery disposition, be confident and polite. You will be required to stand for 1-2 hours at a time, which should be considered upon application. If you have a friendy dog who likes to meet new people, you are welcome to bring them along with you as this is always a conversation starter! Having your own transport is more convenient but not essential. 

All volunteers are required to complete online Health & Safety training prior to their start date. Due to insurance restrictions, all volunteers must be over the age of 18.

To apply, please fill in the form below and return to Hayley Crymble, Volunteer Engagement Manager, at hayleycrymble@bcdh.org.uk

We have an exciting opportunity for supporters of Bath Cats & Dogs Home who may not be able to commit to a weekly volunteer slot to get involved in events throughout the year. This varied role offers you the chance to experience different volunteering positions, ranging from street collections and in-store fundraising drives to large events including the Bath Half Marathon and our annual Wag Walk. Each of these events are equally important to raising vital funds for the Home as well as raising our profile in the community.

About the Role 

Volunteering at events offers you the opportunity to meet other volunteers and learn about how you each support the Home. Events volunteering can demonstrate how Bath Cats & Dogs Home has touched so many people's lives. You will meet former residents of Bath Cats & Dogs Home at Wag Walk and hear about their adoption journey, as well hearing from runners at the Bath Half why they are fundraising for us. If you have a relaxed dog that likes meeting people, you are welcome to bring them along with you to street collections and fundraising drives as this is always a conversation starter! 

Booked events for 2023: 

• Street collections in Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Midsomer Norton and Trowbridge
• Fundraising drives at Pets at Home's Bath, Brislington and Trowbridge stores
• Wag Walk
• The Bath Half Marathon 
• 'Chilly 10k' and 'Chilly Duathlon' see our events page for more details
• Skyline Race

Most events take place during the day on weekends, with the exception of Pets at Home's Santa Paws fundraising drive, which includes some weekdays. 

About You

If you have a love for animals, are outgoing and enjoy meeting new people, this may be the volunteering role for you! You will need to be confident and have an approachable nature as you will be speaking with members of the public about the work that we do. At street collections, the Bath Half Marathon and Wag Walk, you may be required to stand for over an hour at a time, which should be considered upon application. 

All volunteers are required to complete online Health & Safety training prior to their start date. Due to insurance restrictions, all volunteers must be over the age of 18. 

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please complete an application form and send it to Hayley Crymble, Volunteer Engagement Manager, on hayleycrymble@bcdh.org.uk.