Night Dog Warden – Trainee Position
Location: Slough-based (covering London & surrounding counties)
Shift Pattern: 4pm – 4am | Rotating Shifts | 365 Days a Year Operation
Are you passionate about dogs and ready for a truly unique and rewarding career?
Do you want to make a real difference to animal welfare every single night?
We are proud to partner with a well-established, highly respected company that specialises in the humane handling of stray dogs. As part of their growing team, we are recruiting 1 Trainee Dog Warden, ideally based in the Slough area, to work nights across London and the South East.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Safely collecting stray dogs, including those that may be frightened or aggressive.
Transporting dogs to kennels, Battersea Dogs Home, foster carers, or reuniting them with owners.
Working with vets to ensure sick or injured dogs receive the treatment they need.
Providing hands-on care — feeding, settling dogs into kennels, and ensuring a clean, safe environment.
Completing detailed reports and records to ensure every animal’s journey is documented and traceable.
Shift Pattern:
Week 1: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Week 2: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
All shifts are from 4pm to 4am and rotate weekly.
You’ll be working on a 4-on, 3-off / 3-on, 4-off basis – giving you plenty of rest days too!
Who We’re Looking For:
Dog lovers! You must have experience caring for or working with dogs.
Self-starters – you’ll often work independently and need to be resourceful and calm under pressure.
Someone IT-savvy – basic knowledge of Outlook, Excel, and tablets is required.
Drivers – Full manual UK driving licence (held for 2+ years, max 3 points).
Physically fit – capable of lifting dogs and crates safely.
Over 22 years old (for insurance purposes).
Able to pass a DBS background check (mandatory).
A fully equipped company van will be provided.
Why Apply?
Be part of a mission-driven organisation that’s on the front line of animal welfare.
Full training provided – no prior warden experience necessary.
Opportunity for long-term employment – this role could become permanent.
Work that’s challenging, varied, and incredibly rewarding.
Ready to Start Your Next Adventure?
If you’re passionate about dogs and want a job that truly matters, apply now!
We’ll be in touch shortly to discuss your application.
This position is seeking someone on a temporary to permanent basis!
This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be a hero to dogs in need. Don’t miss it