Probationary Inspector
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Scottish SPCA, Scotland’s animal welfare charity, is seeking to recruit a Probationary Inspector to work throughout the Fife & Central area. Ideally, the successful candidate will reside in the Fife & Central area.
To be considered for training you will need:-
- A strong interest in animal welfare.
- Practical experience with livestock, horses and domestic animals.
- A minimum of 5 Standard Grades at general level (or equivalent National Qualifications) including English and Maths, also ideally a qualification in animal husbandry or science.
- Excellent communication and customer care skills.
- The ability to handle challenging situations to include court attendance.
- A full UK manual driving licence is essential.
Please note that this position is subject to a Standard Disclosure Scotland check.
The position will be working 37.5 hours per week within a group rota, between the hours of 7.30am and 11pm, to include weekends therefore flexibility is essential.
For further information relating to this position, please click on the job description.
CVs and covering letters will not be accepted.
Please note that applicants who do not meet the above criteria or provide the required information will not be considered.
Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an Equine Welfare Member of the National Equine Welfare Council
Scottish Charity No SC 006467
Details
Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Dunfermline
Hours
37.5 hpw
Salary
£29,463 per annum (AE6)
Interview Date
TBC
Closing Date
Friday 2nd June 2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Civic, Welfare & Social Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Probationary Inspector roles across Scottish SPCA's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Civic, Welfare & Social Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £29,463 - £29,463 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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