Behaviour Officer
Quick answer
Dogs Trust is hiring a Behaviour Officer (Shrewsbury, Shropshire, On-site) paying £27,500 per year + benefits to assess and implement behavioral rehabilitation for dogs.
- Role
- Behaviour Officer
- Organization
- Dogs Trust
- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire (On-site)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £27,500 per year + benefits
- Category
- Other
The role
Dogs Trust is seeking a Behaviour Officer to assess, design, and implement behavioral rehabilitation for dogs in their centers. The role involves assessing dogs, designing training programs, and supporting colleagues in their implementation.
What you'll do
- Assess the behavior of dogs, before they enter the center and during their stay, to identify potential behavior needs
- Design and implement Behaviour Modification Programmes and training plans
- Oversee and support the implementation of training and behavior plans by colleagues
- Monitor the progress of individual training and rehabilitation programmes and maintain detailed records
What it takes
- Thorough knowledge of dog behavior and welfare
- Experience in writing and implementing training and behavior modification programs
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to handle delicate situations sensitively and professionally
- Experience handling dogs with challenging behavior
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, and is on-site.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is £27,500 per year + benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a thorough knowledge of dog behavior and welfare, experience in writing and implementing training and behavior modification programs, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle delicate situations sensitively and professionally.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by the closing date of 22 October 2026 at 23:30.
Is the job remote?
The job is on-site and not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Dogs Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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