Job vacancy: Dog Walker/Carer

Pooches Paws is looking for a friendly, reliable and most of all, an animal lover to join our small team of dog walkers/pet carers to cover Maternity leave from February/March but can lead to a perminant contract.

We work in the areas from  Newhaven - Ovingdean so you must be local to the area. As a growing business, hours will be small to begin with but will increase as time goes by. Must be willing or already be self employed/freelance and provide your own liability insurance.

Skills, Duties & Responsibilities

• To meet all new clients where possible.
• Collecting and dropping off dogs to and from their homes.
• Walking the dogs in a safe area on your own with a max of 3 dogs or 6 with a colleague present.
• Must have your own vehicle and equip it to insure all dogs travel safely, you are also responsible for your own vehicle costs including fuel.
• Work days are typically Monday - Friday with the occasional weekend.
• Must be willing to help with not only dog walking, group and 1-2-1 but also cat feeding and pet visits.
• Key holding.
• Must have a real love for animals and experience with owning them.
• Confident with all animals especially dogs.
• Have access to the Internet as work rota’s are worked out and sent on Sundays.
• Training will be provided before carrying out any work on your own.

Hours & Salary

Hours will be minimal to begin with, dog walking times are 9:00am - 2:00pm with 1 - 4 walks done within that time. Each day and week will vary. Work outside these hours will be offered in regards to pet care, feeding and sitting.

Salary will also vary, please check out prices for an idea of what you could be earning, minus 15% that goes back into the business. This is a part time position only and will suit someone who is looking to top up their current income or to make a few pennies in their spare time.

To Apply

Please email or fill out an submission form in our Contact Us page on www.poochespaws.co.uk, explaining why you think you would be good for this job and express your experiences with animals along with what days and times you would be available to work and we will get back to you as soon as we can.