Dog Carer

1 week ago

Cobham, Surrey, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time
At Bruce's we unleash happiness and enrich dogs' lives. Founded in 2008, we have become the UK's recognised leader in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth.


Our founder, Bruce Casalis, sits on the board of directors for the Pet Industry Federation and has acted as an advisor for the likes of DEFRA, Dogs Trust and RSPCA.

We're fluent in dog. We go beyond 'woof' to a deep understanding of what makes each tail wag. We're always striving to learn more about dogs and to care for them better. Our expertise means that we allow dogs to be dogs, and everything we do is dog-first. Dogs are our moral compass.


Our centres are divided into classes based on size and play style such as Agility Adventures, featuring agility obstacles to unlock the doggy senses and Curiosity Corner with a sensory zone and open spaces to run and play with canine companions.

Our centres are open from 7.30am-6pm and we have Full time positions available

Purpose of the role
As a Carer at Bruce's you get to spend the day in the field with the dogs 'Unleashing Happiness', providing mental and physical stimulation for the dogs, ensuring they have the most amazing and safe time

Key responsibilities

  • Supervising and providing mental and physical stimulation for the dogs, including: playing with dogs, walking dogs, supervising dogs swimming in the pool and being attentive to nervous or fearful dogs.
  • Demonstrate our Values at all times; Caring, Reliable, Positive and Passionate
  • Monitoring dog behaviour, disengaging unwanted behaviour as well as notifying team and manager
  • Moving equipment between fields
  • Chatting to clients that may visit the Day Care Centre
  • Chatting to customers that drop off and pick up their dog from the Day Care Centre
  • Delivering the weekly engagement plan by following the brief given by enrichment champions. This also requires using your initiative but never at the cost of the dog's safety or dog to Carer ratio
  • Bathing, washing and towelling dogs prior to drop off
  • Assisting the drivers and boarders loading and unloading dogs into the doggy busses
  • Keeping the fields clean of any dog faeces
  • Cleaning and maintaining the indoor areas, outdoor areas, office, pools, agility equipment
  • Taking out rubbish
  • Moving equipment between fields
  • Taking pictures of the dogs in each of the fields and uploading them onto albums in the CRM and tagging the individual dogs in photographs to be sent to customers
  • Assisting a Bruce's driver to collect dogs from owners' houses using a company doggy bus
  • Enjoys dogs company and be comfortable handling dogs
  • Is happy working outdoors, in all weather
  • Can demonstrate and deliver pawsome customer service
  • Is well presented, well spoken with good communication skills
  • Can demonstrate reliability and is trustworthy
  • Is happy to have a CRB check as required
  • Has a passion for working with dogs and be able to demonstrate this
  • Works well in a team, is able to multitask and work proactively
  • Has a clean driving licence

What you get in return

  • Lots of dogs to play with and cuddle
  • Membership to LifeWorks, the world's largest employee assistance programme
  • Membership to Bravo Benefits our benefits platform to include cycle to work, retail discounts and loads more
  • Subsidised uniform eg quality Welly Boots
  • Plenty of pizza days, periodic get togethers and social fun (where possible)
  • Working in an idyllic, rural location
  • Ongoing development
  • Pension contributions

Salary:
£6.83-£9.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

  • Able to work outside in ALL weather?
  • Can you reliably commute to our Cobham site, KT11 3QD?

Work Location:
One location

  • Team Leader at Bruce's Cobham

    1 week ago

    Cobham, Surrey, United Kingdom Bruce's Doggy Day Full time

    At Bruce's we unleash happiness and enrich dogs' lives. Founded in 2008, we have become the UK's recognised leader in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth.Our founder, Bruce Casalis, sits on the board of directors for the Pet Industry Federation and has acted as an advisor for the likes of DEFRA, Dogs Trust and RSPCA.We're fluent in dog. We go...

  • Team Leader

    1 week ago

    Cobham, Surrey, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time

    Job AdvertAre you ready to dive into a world where wagging tails, wet noses, and boundless enthusiasm are your daily companions? If so, then keep readingHere at Bruce's we are looking for a Full Time Team Leader at our Cobham Centre.About us:Founded in 2008, we have become the UK's recognised leader in Doggy Day Care and are fluent in dog.Our founder, Bruce...

  • Driver Carer

    2 weeks ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce’s Doggy Day Full time

    At Bruce’s we unleash happiness and enrich dogs’ lives. Founded in 2008, we have become the UK’s recognised leader in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth. Our founder, Bruce Casalis, sits on the board of directors for the Pet Industry Federation and has acted as an advisor for the likes of DEFRA, Dogs Trust and RSPCA. We’re fluent in...

  • Team Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time

    We are looking for a Team Leader at our Cobham Dog Day-care! At Bruce’s we unleash happiness and enrich dogs’ lives. Founded in 2008, we have become the UK’s recognised leader in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth. Our founder, Bruce Casalis, sits on the board of directors for the Pet Industry Federation and has acted as an advisor for...

  • Team Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time

    Job Advert Are you ready to dive into a world where wagging tails, wet noses, and boundless enthusiasm are your daily companions? If so, then keep reading! Here at Bruce’s we are looking for a Full Time Team Leader at our Cobham Centre. About us: Founded in 2008, we have become the UK’s recognised leader in Doggy Day Care and are fluent in dog. Our...

  • Team Leader

    3 days ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time

    Job Advert Are you ready to dive into a world where wagging tails, wet noses, and boundless enthusiasm are your daily companions? If so, then keep reading! Here at Bruce’s we are looking for a Full Time Team Leader at our Cobham Centre. About us: Founded in 2008, we have become the UK’s recognised leader in Doggy Day Care and are fluent in dog. Our...

  • Credit Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce's Doggy Day Care Full time

    At Bruce’s we unleash happiness and enrich dogs’ lives. Founded in 2008, we have become the UK’s recognised leader in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth. Our doggy day care centres are like forest schools. Dogs exercise and socialise in acres of open, green space, under the attentive, loving supervision of well-trained carers. We offer...

  • Commercial Finance Business Partner

    1 week ago

    Cobham, United Kingdom Bruce's Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Finance Business Partner to join our team! As part of your role reporting into the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal part in driving finance performance and supporting key business decisions. Operating as a strategic business partner to the operational and commercial teams you will gain an in-depth...