Dog Carer
Role Overview & Responsibilities
At The Happy Acres, we are all about dogs! We are a new doggy daycare that opened in summer 2022. We are set in 7 acres of fields and we strive to give each and every one of our dogs the best day, every day!
We are looking for a carer who will work in the field all day looking after the dogs and providing them with physical and mental stimulation.
- Supervising and providing mental and physical stimulation for the dogs.
- Monitoring dog behaviour, disengaging unwanted behaviour as well as notifying team and manager.
- Chatting to customers that drop off and pick up their dog from the Day Care Centre.
- Following the weekly enrichment plan to help dogs make the most of their time at The Happy Acres.
- Bathing, washing and towelling dogs prior to pick up.
- Keeping the fields clean of any dog faeces.
- Maintaining high levels of husbandry and hygiene in all areas.
- Taking out rubbish.
- Start of the day field safety checks.
- End of the day field safety checks.
- Feeding the dogs their lunch (if provided by the owners).
- Being able to cover the dog vans when needed.
Hours: 7:45am-5pm
What we are looking for:
- Someone passionate about dogs
- Experience of working with dogs
- A clean driving license
- Someone who enjoys being outside in all weathers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Β£21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous experience working with dogs?
Experience:
- 5 years of driving (required)
Work Location: One location
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