Dog Centre Assistant
6 months ago
We are looking for reliable and experienced individuals who have previously worked within an animal or dog kennel environment. If you have a particular interest in dog behaviour, then this role is for you and we would love to hear from you.
**Company description**
Dog Trouble is a dog Behaviour, Training & Wellness centre providing boarding and rehabilitation programmes to clients, with the ultimate goal of not only rehabilitating dogs but also to educate dog owners and people working with dogs about dog behaviour.
**Job description**
You will have previous experience of looking after dogs and managing their welfare. The Dog Centre Assistant will report into our Boarding Manager and to the Dog Trouble Director/Head Behaviourist. You will work alongside our trained staff and gain experience on the job and will be responsible for the daily care, training and welfare of all the centre dogs, as well as clients dogs that are boarding or staying at the centre for behaviour rehabilitation.
**The person**:
Will have previous experience of dogs and/or have studied for an animal management qualification. The role requires someone with calm, confident energy, good observational and communication skills, an ability to work within a team and good initiative and self-motivation.
**Duties Include**:
- Twice daily exercise of dogs, which may include pack walking, cycling or scootering.
- Cleaning of dog kennels, changing/washing of bedding.
- Ensuring fresh water is always available for each dog.
- Preparation of dog food and feeding as per each dog’s individual feeding plan.
- Supervision of dog socialisation, including specific training activities where appropriate, in the off-leash paddock area.
- Checking and observation of dog health including daily health checks.
- Maintenance of a tidy and efficient working environment.
- Collection and disposal of dog waste.
- Administration of medicine where applicable after training is given.
**Work Schedule**:
The normal work schedule is 5 days per week including weekend shifts. The shift starts at 07.30 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. Due to the nature of our business we are open all year round.
**Skills & Competencies**:
- Previous experience working with dogs is required.
- A strong desire to work with and understand dog behaviour and the ability and knowledge to provide for their physical and mental wellbeing.
- Physical fitness as the role requires exercising dogs.
- Ability to project a calm assertive energy.
- Ability to multi-task and to remain calm under pressure.
- Self-motivated and capable of acting on own initiative
- Comfortable working as part of a team.
**Training**
Staff training is provided to ensure the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills for the safe handling and care of dogs are acquired. The opportunity to acquire additional skills, such as dog first aid and nutrition, is also available. Self-learning actively encouraged.
Please note that Dog Trouble is not on a bus route so you will need your own transport.
**Salary**: £22,605.44 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8.5 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wokingham, RG40 3AP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Pay: £16,993.60-£22,605.44 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Dog Centre Assistant
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