Job Title: Full-Time Dog Walker and Dog Boarding Assistant
Location: Didsbury, Chorlton, and Withington, South Manchester
Salary starting on £13 per hour
Contract Type: Self-Employed, Full-Time
Working Hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with some weekends for home boarding
Ozzie's Fur-Ever Friend's is excited to offer a full-time opportunity for a Dog Walker and Dog Boarding Assistantto join our passionate and pet-loving team in South Manchester. If you're dedicated to providing excellent care for dogs and other pets, and looking for a flexible, full-time role, this could be the perfect job for you
As a Dog Walker and Dog Boarding Assistant, you'll be working in a professional, pet-first environment where we treat every dog (and pet) like our own. The pay for this role is based on completed bookings, so you will earn for each service you provide.
In addition to dog walking and home boarding, we also offer cat and puppy visits, so you will receive training to carry out these services and they may be added to your schedule as requested by customers.
Main Duties:
* Transport dogs safely to and from their walks using your own vehicle.
* Walk dogs for 1 hour per walk, regardless of weather conditions.
* Carry out dog care routines, including wiping paws, towel drying, filling water bowls, replenishing food, and using doggie coats when necessary.
* Take engaging photos and videos of dogs for our business social media accounts.
* Remove and dispose of pet waste during walks.
* Provide home boarding for dogs during school holidays and weekends (availability required for weekends).
* For home boarding, you must live in Manchester and have a secure back garden. This role is not suitable for house-share residents.
* Provide cat and puppy visits, including feeding, cleaning, and playtime, as requested by customers. Training will be provided for these services, and they will be added to your day as needed.
Requirements:
* Physically fit to carry out a minimum of two walks with groups of 4 dogs per day (training provided).
* Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and energy levels.
* Full Driving Licence and your own vehicle (vehicle must have 5 doors and be no smaller than a Vauxhall Corsa).
* Your vehicle must be capable of fitting dog crates or a dog guard in the boot.
* The car should have 5 doors and be able to safely transport 2 dogs in the boot and 2 on the back seat (with doggie seat belts).
* Must live in South Manchester (Didsbury, Chorlton, or Withington area).
* Access to a mobile phone and/or navigation system.
* Good knowledge of the local area to ensure efficient and safe walks.
* Must undergo training and complete a DBS check.
* Be reliable, flexible, and honest.
* Previous experience in pet care or dog walking is preferred, but we value genuine passion for animals.
Why Work with Us?
* Full-time role with consistent hours, Monday to Friday, with weekends on a roter for home boarding.
* Supportive team that values high-quality pet care.
* Work in a flexible, rewarding role where every day is different
* Competitive rates per service, depending on the type and duration of the booking.
* Training provided for cat and puppy visits to expand your skills and add variety to your day.
To Apply:
Please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining your pet experience and why you would love to work for Ozzie's Fur-Ever Friend's. We look forward to hearing from you
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person