Centre Manager

Responsibilities

Manage all employees and volunteers within the centre
Be responsible for the high standard of care given to the cats within the centre, ensuring welfare and veterinary procedures are adhered to
Actively promote the values and aims of Cats Protection to all employees and volunteers as well as the local community
Actively promote the importance of donations, fundraising and other income within the centre and to the general public

About The Centre

The Centre Team cares for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home
The team is made up of a Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Managers, Senior Rehoming and Welfare Assistants and Rehoming and Welfare Assistants

Requirements

• Previous line management experience
• Experience of managing budgets
• Working knowledge of animal welfare and experience in the sector
• Proven ability to multi-task, work on own initiative, delegate tasks and work under pressure
• Excellent customer service skills
• Full UK manual driving licence

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For In Our Centre Manager

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing benefits to help you stay well at work
• Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career
• 26 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind
• Practical financial support, including access to Salary Finance
• Everyday support such as eye care vouchers and confidential advice services
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most
• Access to discounted pet insurance to help care for your pet’s health

Pay

Up to £38,918.33 per year

Schedule

35 hours per week

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified

Contact Information

Cats Protection
Application closing date: 09 September 2026
Interview date: TBC

Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.

If Successful, Your Recruitment Journey Will Include
anonymised application form
In-person interview at the centre

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers.
We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation – where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals’ experience and can reach and partner all areas of society – is crucial if we’re to help more cats.

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm.

You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.