Dog Wellbeing Technician
Quick answer
Guide Dogs is hiring a Dog Wellbeing Technician (Reading) with a starting salary of £25,000 per annum + excellent benefits to ensure the highest standards of dog health and wellbeing.
- Role
- Dog Wellbeing Technician
- Organization
- Guide Dogs Service
- Location
- Reading
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- Starting at £25,000 per annum + excellent benefits
- Category
- Other
The role
Guide Dogs is seeking a proactive and purpose-led Dog Wellbeing Technician to ensure the highest standards of dog health, wellbeing, and specialist care. The role involves managing dogs' routine husbandry needs, monitoring their health, and supporting volunteers and colleagues in best practice dog care.
What you'll do
- Manage the care of a group of dogs in a dog accommodation area
- Ensure routine husbandry needs are met
- Monitor and maximize the wellbeing of dogs
- Support the development and maintenance of the dog's behavior
- Lead and support volunteers in dog wellbeing and fostering
- Maintain accurate and up to date records
What it takes
- Qualification in animal care
- Experience in a kennel type environment
- Experience of supporting a customer serving based organisation
- Proven understanding of the core principles of animal wellbeing
- Demonstrable basic understanding of health and safety and safeguarding
- Proven understanding of dog care principles and health conditions
What you'll bring
How we treat you
26 days annual leave, Real Living Wage Employer, Flex pot, the option to buy and sell annual leave, discounts and cash-back scheme, excellent pension scheme
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Reading, UK.
What is the compensation package?
The starting salary is £25,000 per annum with excellent benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a qualification in animal care, experience in a kennel type environment, and a proven understanding of the core principles of animal wellbeing.
How do I apply?
Submit an online application form via the Guide Dogs website. Interviews will be held on 3 November 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Reading, UK, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Guide Dogs Service's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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