Founded in 1924, Woodgreen’s mission is to care for vulnerable pets, whether they have been abandoned, neglected, are vulnerable or simply need a home. Our vision is for every pet to have a home where they are loved, well cared for and enjoy positive relationships with their owners.
We do this through digital engagement and through operations at our rescue centre, veterinary surgery, kennels, cattery, small animal centre and fields outside Godmanchester near Huntingdon.
Woodgreen is in an exciting period of growth and transformation and we are seeking to recruit an experienced, ambitious Data Engineer to take responsibility for our data systems and architecture as part of our plans to become a more digital, data-led, pet services organisation.
The successful applicant will have experience in Data Warehousing in Microsoft Azure, SQL, Database Administration or Azure Synapse Analytics. In addition they will have outstanding software engineering skills with the ability to deliver, maintain and support our organisations software and help create an evidence-driven data culture.
Reporting to the Head of Data & Technology, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference to Woodgreen, our customers & supporters and the animals that we care for.
To apply for this role please submit your CV and a Covering Letter outlining why you feel you would be the best candidate for this opportunity.
The starting salary for this position will be £55,000 - £60,000 per annum inclusive of a market supplement, subject to experience. This will be complemented by;
- 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to 40 days after five years.
- Flexible/ hybrid working
- Up to 8% employer pension contributions
- Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan)
- Employee wellbeing package to include free access to Headspace
- Life assurance (4x salary) .
- Benefits hub - exclusive discounts on popular brands
- 25% discount in our charity shops
This is a hybrid opportunity with the expectation that the successful candidate will work mostly remotely with around approximately 4 days a month at our site in Godmanchester.
This vacancy may close earlier should we receive high volumes of applications. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.