Handyperson

Do You Enjoy DIY and Fixing Things?

Would you like to use your practical skills to help improve the environment for rescued animals and support our charity shops?

At RSPCA Buckinghamshire South Branch, our volunteer handypersons play a crucial role by:

• Repairing and maintaining small animal pens and hutches to ensure they are safe and comfortable.
• Installing shelves, notice boards, and basic fixtures in our charity shops.
• Carrying out general maintenance tasks at our shops, storage facilities, and animal care locations.
• Assisting with minor repairs, painting, and basic carpentry tasks as needed.

If you have basic DIY skills, some spare time, and want to make a real difference, we’d love to have you on board!

Why Volunteer With Us?

As an RSPCA volunteer handyperson, you will:

• Meet a variety of RSPCA staff, volunteers, animal carers and people from our community.
• Help create safer and more comfortable environments for animals.
• Support the smooth running of our charity shops and animal care sites.
• Enjoy a rewarding role that makes a tangible difference in your local community.

What We’re Looking For:

• Aged 18 or over with practical DIY skills.
• Ability to use basic tools safely (drills, screwdrivers, hammers, saws, etc.).
• Comfortable lifting, carrying, and handling materials.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently.
• A problem-solver with a can-do attitude.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Animal Pen & Hutch Repairs: Fixing broken enclosures and ensuring they are safe and weatherproof.
• Shop Maintenance: Putting up shelves, assembling furniture, and installing small fixtures.
• General Repairs & Upkeep: Basic painting, minor carpentry, and fixing small issues.
• Storage & Organisation: Helping maintain our storage areas and ensuring everything is tidy.
• Ad Hoc Jobs: Supporting the team with various maintenance tasks as needed.

What’s in It for You?

• Meet new people and be part of a passionate team.
• A comprehensive induction and training relevant to your role.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the welfare of animals.
• Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses incurred while volunteering.

Practical Considerations:

• Health & Safety: Volunteers must follow RSPCA safety guidelines for DIY work.
• Physical Requirements: This role involves lifting, carrying, and working with tools.
• Equipment Use: Tools and materials will be provided where needed.
• Volunteers must use equipment safely and responsibly.
• Training & Support: You will receive a volunteer handbook and guidance from our team.