JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description:
Waltham on the Wolds
£26,600 -£30,100
+ Rota allowance, Company performance bonus & Exceptional Benefits
9.5 hours per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week)
Why Join Us?
As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre
What’s in it for you?
1. Competitive salary £26,600 -£30,100
2. Private healthcare + equal parental leave
3. Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
4. Life assurance (4x salary)
5. EV salary sacrifice scheme
6. Gym membership & wellbeing support
7. Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
What We’re Looking For
8. Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting.
9. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs.
10. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques.
11. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather.
12. Driver’s license: Full driving license essential.
Key Responsibilities
13. Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets.
14. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards
15. Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures
16. Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments.
17. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies.
What You Can Expect from Mars
18. Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
19. Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping “the world we want tomorrow”
20. Access world-class training & development from day one
21. Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package