Academy Guide Dog Trainer
Quick answer
Guide Dogs is hiring Academy Guide Dog Trainers for a permanent, full-time role starting February 2026 at the Redbridge office, paying £24,480 - £26,000 per annum + excellent benefits.
- Role
- Academy Guide Dog Trainer
- Organization
- Guide Dogs
- Location
- Redbridge
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £24,480 - £26,000 per annum + excellent benefits
- Category
- Other
The role
Guide Dogs is recruiting Academy Guide Dog Trainers to join their training programme starting February 2026 at the Redbridge office. This is a permanent, full-time role with a starting salary of £24,480 to £26,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits.
What you'll do
- Teach dogs essential skills for becoming life-changing partners for people with sight loss
- Prepare dogs for matching with their future owners
- Train dogs outdoors rain or shine
- Plan and write reports
- Work with volunteer fosterers
- Collaborate with specialists like Dog Wellbeing teams and Puppy Development Advisors
What it takes
- Passionate about helping others and love working with dogs
- Resilient, adaptable, and ready for an active role
- Problem-solvers with empathy and patience
- Experience supporting people (paid or voluntary)
- Understanding of positive training techniques
- UK/EU Driving Licence including being able to drive manual cars
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Excellent benefits
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Redbridge, and the role is in-office.
What is the compensation?
The starting salary is £24,480 to £26,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include being passionate about helping others, love working with dogs, resilience, adaptability, problem-solving skills, empathy and patience, and experience supporting people.
How do I apply?
You can apply by registering for the online info session on Monday 19th October at 6pm and attending the online interview and assessment day.
How to apply
Apply directly on Guide Dogs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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