animal care technician Bury, North West England, England
Job description
PLEASE NOTE - YOU NEED TO HAVE A QUALIFICATION OR BE CURRENTLY STUDYING IN ANIMAL CARE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE
This Role is for a temporary contract until September/October but may have the option to extend to permanent contract in the future. Any applicant must be able to start this role within 1 weeks notice.
Pawprints Kennels are looking to recruit a kennel assistant to help with their award-winning kennel establishment in Nangreaves, Bury. The successful candidate will assist with the daily running of the kennels during the peak holiday season, caring for the dogs and their clients and upholding the excellent service offered by Pawprints. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals as well as a great opportunity to provide excellent face to face client care to customers.
The role is a zero hours contract within the hours of 8:30 -16:30. Days of work will need to be flexible and is built around the needs of the business
The job has been created to help during the peak summer season & will involve work at weekends, a flexible approach to working days and hours is essential as extra hours may be required at short notice and change in shift pattern may also be required.
A lot of the work will be outdoors and you will be required to work in all weather conditions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Exercising dogs individually throughout the day in one of our dog paddocks
- Supervising in our “yappy hour” sessions where dogs are able to play together during their stay.
- Preparing meals for dogs including any special diets.
- Keeping kennels clean and hygienic, sweeping out and removing waste.
- Job is physically demanding and includes outside work in all weathers.
- The successful applicant will be confident dealing with animals and customers
Qualification/Skill Requirements
- Currently studying for an Ofqual level 2 in animal management/care or above is required
- A successful candidate must be punctual
- Able to be flexible with working hours
- Able to identify a wide range of dog breeds on sight
- Have stamina and fitness for physical tasks.
- Be caring and patient.
- Be reliable and able to act on their own initiative.
- Be able to act fast under pressure in executing daily tasks
- Be able to calm anxious and nervous animals.
- Be practical and prepared to deal with dirt and waste.
- Have good communication/customer service skills.
- Driving licence is desired due to the location of the kennels being away from usual public transportation.
- Experience in working in a kennel environment is also desired
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 3 months
Salary: Up to £10.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own transportation to the business or will you rely on public transport?
- Are you available to start the job within 1 weeks notice?
Licence/Certification:
- Animal Care qualification or currently studying for one (required)
Work Location: In person
