The Dog Bus is a well-established business with a great reputation operating since 2014. Due to continued growth and expansion, we have a rare opportunity for a person to join us as a dog walker/handler/driver.
This is temporary role to start but likely to lead to permanent.
The role involves: Picking up and dropping dogs from/to clients homes, supervising and undertaking enrichment games with the dogs in the field, dog walking and supporting our adventure walks (out of town walks). This role is highly rewarding, with the obvious perks of working with dogs.
It is important to remember the fast-paced, physical and challenging nature of the job. Every day is different and many situations require quick thinking and calm responses to (not so calm) situations. You need to be physically fit to do this role due to the nature of the walking, driving and lifting of dogs in and out of the vans.
The ideal candidate will be practical, honest, hard-working, compassionate and reliable - with an understanding of dog behaviour and a natural connection with dogs. We are looking for consistency and enthusiasm when it comes to the physical, interactive side of the job; ensuring the needs of each individual dog are met. Loving or owning dogs is not enough for this role, we need people who can hit the ground running and therefore the ideal candidate will have previously worked in a dog/animal-centric environment.
A college qualification or degree in dog and animal welfare would be ideal. It is essential that you are comfortable working outdoors in all weathers, poo picking and taking an active role in the business. You must have a clean driving license with at least 4 years of driving experience and be comfortable driving a transit-style van. You must also be happy to supply references and undertake a database check. We love covering letters. however brief They tell us a lot about your dedication to working with dogs.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, possibly to extend to full time. Salary: £12.21 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: £24,420.00-£45,637.06 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you have any relevant qualifications? Have you worked with dogs before?
Experience:
* Driving: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person