Why work for us
Join us in making a difference
At The Donkey Sanctuary, we believe that great people make great things happen. Whether you're a vet caring for our donkeys, a fundraiser building support for our mission, or a researcher deepening our understanding of animal welfare, every role here plays a vital part in creating a better world for donkeys and mules, and the people who rely upon them.
We offer exciting opportunities across a wide range of areas, including:
- • Veterinary care
- • Research and Operational Support
- • Creative and Strategic & Communications
- • Fundraising and legacy giving
- • Finance
- • Human Resources
- • Conservation
- • Restaurant, hospitality and Visitor Services
- • Legal & Compliance
- • Advocacy & Project Management
- • International Programmes
- • Estates and Facilities Management and Maintenance
Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent and inclusive. Every vacancy advertised contains a detailed Job Profile and Person Specification, outlining the responsibilities and the skills and experience we're looking for. These documents help guide our selection process, ensuring we find the right person for each role.
If you're passionate, skilled, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
- Mission and Values
- Living in the South West
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Mission and Values
Our mission and vision drive us to make meaningful impacts every day, transforming lives by delivering expert care.
A world where every donkey has a good quality of life. Improving the lives of donkeys every day. We make a better world for donkeys.
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Living in the South West
We know just how important a good work-life balance is, so we’re pleased to say that The Donkey Sanctuary isn’t only a great place to work, it’s situated in a great place to live. Welcome to Sidmouth – the West Country’s best kept secret!
A few miles south of the historically famous lace making town of Honiton, Sidmouth is located within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – home to any number of idyllic villages, beautiful valleys, nature reserves, and some of the most breath-taking coastal and hilltop views you’ll find anywhere in the country. The town lies on the Jurassic Coast, England’s first UNESCO designated World Heritage Site, and the vivid red sandstone cliffs that frame it evidence 185 million years of evolution.
Then there’s us – The Donkey Sanctuary. In addition to being one of the world’s foremost equine charities, we are undoubtedly one of the West Country’s premier visitor attractions. Last year, over 350,000 people came to see our lovely donkeys, explore our fabulous visitor centre, and enjoy the fare on offer at our stunning new restaurant. Small wonder we were voted 2018’s “Large Attraction of the Year” at the prestigious Visit Devon Tourist Awards!
