Job Description

Company Description

We are a unique and busy facility offering a variety of dog-related services including dog training, boarding, and private field hire for exercise and enrichment. We specialise in working dog training such as patrol and scent detection work, meaning we welcome dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities. Please only apply if you hold a recognised animal care qualification.

Job Overview

We are looking for a reliable and passionate full time team member (39 hours per week including weekends and weekdays!). This is a physically demanding, hands-on role where the majority of your time will be spent cleaning kennels and maintaining hygiene across our facility. While you will get to interact with the dogs--including walking, basic enrichment, and assisting with feeding--the primary responsibility is maintaining our high 5-star standards.

we are a friendly team and encourage in house progression with support from management to help pursue your career goals!

Main Duties

Daily kennel cleaning and deep-cleaning routines

Maintaining cleanliness across all dog areas, including pens, play zones, and equipment

Supporting enrichment activities (e.g., using enclosed fields, supervised play)

Assisting with basic feeding and grooming routines

Helping with customer handovers and giving dog progress updates

Walking and handling a range of dogs, including nervous rescues and working breeds

Occasionally supporting enrichment-based training sessions for boarding dogs Taking bookings, deposits, and monitoring appointments (training provided) Who We're Looking For

Someone who is comfortable with physical work and cleaning for the majority of the shift

A team player who can also work independently and take initiative

Confident and empathetic when handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments

Able to deliver excellent customer service and clear handovers

Organised, punctual, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Holds a qualification in animal care and has hands-on experience

Has access to reliable transport (we are not on a public transport route)

Additional Info

Shifts include weekends, bank holidays, also including christmas Day - flexibility is essential
We work in all weather conditions, and much of the work is outdoors

please only apply if you hold a relevant animal care qualification and experience!

Any application without these will be automatically declined!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.00-13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Store discount
Application question(s):

Do you hold a relevant level 2 or 3 animal care qualification? Do you hold a valid uk driving license with own transport?
Experience:

Kennel work: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person