Doggy Day Care Assistant Dog Walker

Mogz and Dogz is a small family run business that has been trading for 14 years providing quality pet care services for the Coventry and Warwickshire areas.

The owners are both ex-police officers; one with 22 years experience as a police dog handler.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who have a love of dogs and who enjoy working in an outside environment.

We require any successful candidate to have scope for additional hours on top of the standard set. Candidates should live within the Coventry and Warwickshire areas due the locations covered by the Company.

The requirements of the position are as follows:

Contract: 6 month probationary contract progressing to full contract if criteria and standards are met

Salary: Living wage as appropriate for age.

Holiday entitlement: 23 days (inclusive of bank holidays) (full-time), calculated pro rata on first year

Hours worked - Monday to Thursday; 8.30am till 3pm on site. Scope for flexibility is essential as the role may include working on Fridays depending on the operational needs of the business

Minimum educational requirements:

• 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English and Maths. O Levels also accepted but must also include Maths and English
• OFQUAL Level 2 or higher qualification in Canine Care or Animal Care related course

We will however consider all educational qualifications. These will be assessed in their own individual rights on interview and lower qualifications may be considered.

Company pension provided

Key areas of responsibility and expectations:

• Must be 23 years or over (we cannot insure persons under this on the fleet insurance policy)
• Need to have a love of animals and a commitment to stimulate them through play to ensure they have the best experience whilst in our care.
• Must be reliable and have good time keeping
• Good customer service needed
• Effective time management
• Must get on with other members of the team
• Should have an amenable disposition (as will have contact with members of the public)
• Must be physically fit due to the nature of the role.
• Must engage in any training the company offers (this may include the completion of OFQUAL Level 2 Canine Care and Welfare) and complete within set time limits
• Requirement to hold a full UK driving license for a minimum of 2 years (we cannot accept automatic only licences). No driving convictions or more than 3 points currently on their license. This is a requirement of our fleet insurance and proof is required should the applicant reach the interview stage.

Please note, this is an ALL WEATHER job as the Company is field based.