Kennel Assistant

PLEASE NOTE - YOU NEED TO HAVE A QUALIFICATION OR BE CURRENTLY STUDYING IN ANIMAL CARE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

This Role is for a temporary contract until September/October but may have the option to extend to permanent contract in the future. Any applicant must be able to start this role within 1 weeks notice.

**The role is a zero hours contract within the hours of 8:30 -16:30. Days of work will need to be flexible and is built around the needs of the business**

**The job has been created to help during the peak summer season & will involve work at weekends,** a flexible approach to working days and hours is essential as extra hours may be required at short notice and change in shift pattern may also be required.

A lot of the work will be outdoors and you will be required to work in all weather conditions.

**Key Duties & Responsibilities**
- Exercising dogs individually throughout the day in one of our dog paddocks
- Supervising in our “yappy hour” sessions where dogs are able to play together during their stay.
- Preparing meals for dogs including any special diets.
- Keeping kennels clean and hygienic, sweeping out and removing waste.
- Job is physically demanding and includes outside work in all weathers.
- The successful applicant will be confident dealing with animals and customers

**Qualification/Skill Requirements**
- Currently studying for an Ofqual level 2 in animal management/care or above is required
- Able to be flexible with working hours
- Able to identify a wide range of dog breeds on sight
- Have stamina and fitness for physical tasks.
- Be caring and patient.
- Be reliable and able to act on their own initiative.
- Be able to act fast under pressure in executing daily tasks
- Be able to calm anxious and nervous animals.
- Be practical and prepared to deal with dirt and waste.
- Have good communication/customer service skills.
- Driving licence is desired due to the location of the kennels being away from usual public transportation.
- Experience in working in a kennel environment is also desired

**Job Type**: Temporary
Contract length: 3 months

**Salary**: Up to £10.50 per hour

Schedule:

- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have your own transportation to the business or will you rely on public transport?
- Are you available to start the job within 1 weeks notice?

Licence/Certification:

- Animal Care qualification or currently studying for one (required)

Work Location: In person