Kennel Assistant

PLEASE NOTE - ONLY APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU HAVE 2 YEARS+ EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE ANIMAL INDUSTRY & HAVE A QUALIFICATION IN ANIMAL CARE

SHIFT OFFERED IS PRIMARY FRIDAY TO TUESDAY - may change on occasion to suit business needs

**Position**

Kennel Assistant

**Location**

Pawprints Kennels, Bury Old Road, Bury, BL9 6SY

**Purpose**

**The role is within the hours of 9:00 -17:00. Days of work will need to be flexible and is built around the needs of the business and WILL involve weekend & Bank Holiday work. **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.
- Administering medication if required.
- Keeping kennels clean and hygienic, sweeping out and removing waste.
- Handling dogs individually or in small groups
- Checking customers in and out of the kennels, completing all necessary paperwork including checking up to date vaccinations and taking payment
- Job is physically demanding and includes outside work in all weathers.
- The successful applicant will be confident dealing with animals and customers and must be able to use a computer and be confident in talking to people on the phone.
- Updating Pawprints various Social Media platforms with photos of dogs that are staying with us along with writing content for Pawprints blog & social posts.
- Pampering dogs whilst they stay at Pawprints by bathing and trimming nails if required.
- Manage bookings of our dog paddock via our online booking system and greet customers to ensure their needs are met.

**Qualification/Skill Requirements**
- Currently studying for an Ofqual level 2 in animal management/care or above is required.
- Must have worked in the animal industry previously as previous experience is essential to the role.
- 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.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £10.50 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have a level 2 OfQual or higher qualification in Animal care?

**Experience**:

- animal industry: 2 years (required)

Work Location: One location