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Dog Welfare Assistant

LocationNewbury
SetupOn-site
LevelEntry
Posted2w ago
Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

Dogs Trust is hiring a full-time Dog Welfare Assistant in Newbury for a one-year fixed term contract, paying £25,250 per year + benefits, to provide daily care and support to dogs in rehoming centres.

Role
Dog Welfare Assistant
Organization
Dogs Trust
Location
Newbury
Work setup
On-site
Level
Entry
Compensation
£25,250 per year + benefits
Category
Communications & Marketing

The role

Dog Welfare Assistant position at Dogs Trust, a leading UK dog charity, to provide daily care and support to dogs in rehoming centres, educate potential owners, and deliver excellent customer service.

What you'll do

  • Provide daily care to dogs in rehoming centres
  • Educate potential new owners and the general public on dog care and welfare
  • Deliver excellent customer service to all visitors to the centre

What it takes

  • Experience in working with or handling dogs
  • Knowledge of basic dog behaviour and health issues
  • Ability to show empathy to both people and animals
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Team player with positive attitude
  • Full, manual driving licence

What you'll bring

Experience in working with or handling dogsKnowledge of basic dog behaviour and health issuesAbility to show empathy to both people and animalsExcellent communication and customer service skillsTeam player with positive attitudeFull

How we treat you

Included in compensation

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Newbury, UK.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £25,250 per year + benefits.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include experience in working with dogs, knowledge of basic dog behaviour and health issues, and excellent communication and customer service skills.

How do I apply?

To apply, please submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role via the APPLY NOW button on the job posting.

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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