Are you an experienced, committed and enthusiastic individual who shows a passion and flare for working with animals, looking for a new challenge with a strong customer service focus?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for an Animal Collection Officer to join our team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications in dealing with various companion animals, predominantly dogs, specifically with regards to securing, handling, kennelling, transportation, cleaning and feeding. Our Animal Collection Officers ensure the highest standards of welfare for animals that come into our care. The post requires an element of weekly shift pattern working with weekend cover 1 in 4 weekends.
This role provides an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a successful team and wants to make a difference to the local community.
The grade on appointment will be dependant on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, with an additional shift allowance payment.
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section. Please ensure you refer to the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Person Specification when completing your application as they are used to select candidates for interview
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
* A competitive salary from £26,403 to £28,598
* 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
* Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
* Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mark Berry, Team Manager at mark.berry@stockton.gov.uk or call 01642 526552.
Interview dates will be confirmed after shortlisting and you will receive notification through North East Jobs if you have been shortlisted.
Guidance for applicants
You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
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