Senior Dog Wellbeing Technician / Dog Wellbeing Team Leader Lead a dedicated animal care team delivering specialist dog wellbeing, husbandry and canine healthcare support within a kennel environment. This hands-on leadership role combines team management, safeguarding, health and safety, and positive reinforcement dog handling. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Animal Care Supervisor, Kennel Supervisor, Senior Animal Care Technician, Dog Care Coordinator, Animal Welfare Team Leader, Kennel Team Leader, Dog Care Supervisor SALARY: £33,900 per annum (including weighting allowance) Excellent Benefits (see below) LOCATION: Woodford, Redbridge, Essex (IG8) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week on a rota basis covering Monday to Sunday. Shifts between 7am and 9pm with 1 in 3 weekends required JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Dog Wellbeing Technician / Dog Wellbeing Team Leader to organise daily operations and support high standards of animal wellbeing within a busy dog care environment. As a Senior Dog Wellbeing Technician / Dog Wellbeing Team Leader you will oversee rotas, supervise technicians and volunteers, and ensure routine husbandry, health monitoring and kennel management tasks are completed safely and efficiently. The Senior Dog Wellbeing Technician / Dog Wellbeing Team Leader will also take an active hands-on role in canine care, supporting behavioural development, safeguarding, record keeping and health and safety compliance while working closely with internal specialists and volunteers. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Senior Dog Wellbeing Technician / Dog Wellbeing Team Leader include: Team Leadership and Organisation: Manage rotas, allocate daily tasks and lead team meetings to ensure smooth site operations Line Management and Coaching: Provide supervision, mentoring and performance support to Dog Wellbeing Technicians and volunteers Kennel and Environment Management: Oversee cleanliness, infection control and safety within dog accommodation and treatment areas Dog Care and Husbandry: Manage routine feeding, grooming, exercise and welfare monitoring within a kennel environment Health Monitoring and Escalation: Identify health concerns, interpret wellbeing data and escalate issues appropriately Behavioural Support: Promote positive reinforcement handling techniques and support behavioural development Volunteer Supervision: Guide and support volunteers to maximise performance and confidence in dog care duties Training and Education: Deliver specialist knowledge and guidance in routine canine healthcare and welfare practices Record Keeping and Administration: Maintain accurate records using databases and Microsoft Office systems Transport and Logistics: Safely transport dogs for internal and external health-related appointments CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL A qualification in animal care or equivalent relevant work-based experience Previous experience in a kennel or animal care environment (paid or voluntary) Experience in a supervisory, coaching or team leadership capacity Proven understanding of animal wellbeing, dog care principles and common health conditions Ability to handle and walk a range of dog breeds, sizes and temperaments Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and database systems Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and make sound decisions under pressure A flexible approach to working unsocial hours including weekends and bank holidays Ability to meet travel requirements, including transporting dogs across the region Eligibility to work in the UK DESIRABLE A management qualification Experience of coaching and mentoring colleagues Experience of working with volunteers Knowledge of animal first aid Understanding of positive reinforcement dog training techniques BENEFITS Generous annual leave: 26 days rising to 28 days after three years (pro rata), plus bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support Wellbeing Buddies offering confidential peer support Menopause Champions providing dedicated guidance and resources Cycle-to-work scheme with a wide range of bike options Eye care vouchers for free tests and VDU glasses contributions Hearing tests for colleagues working in kennel environments Discounts and cashback across retail, supermarkets, travel and more Pension scheme with employer matching plus 2%, up to 9% employer contribution Life assurance at four times salary, with options to increase cover Flexible benefits allowance (3% of salary) for gym memberships, health plans, dental insurance, travel insurance, critical illness cover, additional life assurance and the option to buy or sell annual leave The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment. Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early. APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF : AWDO-P14436 Full-Time, Permanent Animal Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Exeter, Devon. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.