The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre

Volunteer With Us

Rescue · Rehabilitation · Rehoming · Education

Explore our current volunteer opportunities and submit an application below. Roles and availability are subject to confirmation by the rescue team.

If you believe reptiles deserve the same care and protection as any other animal, this role could be for you.

Our reptile centre rescues, rehabilitates and cares for snakes, lizards and other often-misunderstood animals, giving them the specialist treatment they need to survive and thrive. Then we have a volunteer role for you!

Why Volunteer with us?

Volunteering with us is a chance to make a real difference to the lives of reptiles in need. Our centre relies on the support of dedicated volunteers who help us provide the highest standard of care for the animals we rescue and protect.

Volunteering is a great opportunity to learn more about reptiles and their care. Whether you’re hoping to build experience for a future career in animal care or simply want to expand your knowledge, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside our team.

Our Opportunities

We offer a range of volunteering opportunities for people who want to support our reptiles and the work we do. Whether you can give a few hours occasionally or become a regular volunteer, your time and effort help make a real difference.

Volunteer Education Outreach Co-ordinator

Reptile Education Outreach Volunteer

Volunteer Trusts and Foundation Fundraiser

Volunteer PR & Communications Officer

Volunteer job descriptions

Read the responsibilities and requirements for each opportunity before applying. These are indicative volunteer role descriptions; duties, availability and induction arrangements will be confirmed by the rescue centre.

Education Outreach Co-ordinator

What you will do

Coordinate requests from schools, community groups and care homes; help plan visits, communicate with organisers and maintain activity schedules.

What we are looking for

Organisation, clear communication and reliability. Animal handling is not required unless separately trained and authorised.

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Reptile Education Outreach Volunteer

What you will do

Assist with supervised educational sessions, preparation of materials, setting up displays and explaining responsible reptile ownership to visitors.

What we are looking for

An interest in animal welfare, a calm approach and willingness to follow animal-handling and safeguarding procedures.

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Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser

What you will do

Research suitable charitable trusts, help prepare funding applications, maintain application records and assist with reporting to funders.

What we are looking for

Good written communication, attention to detail and ability to work with deadlines.

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PR & Communications Officer

What you will do

Help prepare charity news, social media updates, event publicity and website content, ensuring communications are accurate and approved before publication.

What we are looking for

Strong written communication, discretion and an interest in charity storytelling.

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Volunteer application

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please complete the form below. Once recieved, your application will be added to our system and we will aim to respond within 5-10 working days.

Apply to volunteer

Tell us which opportunity interests you and how you would like to help. Please do not include sensitive medical or safeguarding information in this initial enquiry.

Your application will be sent to info@thesussexrrc.org.uk. Submission requires PHP email delivery to be configured on the website host.

Volunteer documents

Download a printable application form and role overview. These are new website templates; they are not copies of any previously approved charity documents.

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