Trustee - veterinary care

Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (SDR) would welcome applications from people with the professional skills and experience in Veterinary Care.

You will be willing to contribute your veterinary expertise to the strategic leadership and governance of the charity, ensuring the highest standards of care for rescued dogs and compliance with relevant regulations. This will include: 

• Advice on veterinary protocols, treatment plans, and ethical considerations

• Help in shaping the charity’s long-term strategy, particularly around health, welfare, and rehoming

• Support in mitigating risks related to health and public safety

• Representing the charity to promote its mission and objectives

About you: 

• Registered veterinary surgeon (MRCVS) or registered veterinary nurse (RVN) or equivalent animal health professional

• Strong understanding of animal medicine and welfare.

• Commitment to the charity’s values and mission.

• Experience of UK animal rescue and rehoming operations is desirable

As a member of the Board of Trustees, you will share collective responsibility for guiding the strategic direction of Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (SDR) and for acting in the best interests of SDR. This includes ensuring the charity remains solvent, well-managed, and true to the mission and objectives for which it was set up.

Trustees are expected to:

• Attend monthly evening Board meetings and our Annual General Meeting (AGM)
• Participate in ad-hoc meetings and contribute to project work and fundraising initiatives as needed
• Collaborate with fellow trustees, staff, and volunteers to support the charity’s goals
• Visit the centre as required to stay connected with our operations and the dogs in our care

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to lesley@stokenchurchdogrescue.org.uk  explaining why you are interested and how your skills and experience could help us. Would you kindly include the details of two referees. They will not be contacted without your permission.