Animal Attendant

SmallPaws Pet Hotel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pet boarding

Paid lunch breaks

Positive work environment

Opportunities for career development

Job summary

SmallPaws Pet Hotel in Sydney’s Northern Beaches is seeking a dedicated Animal Attendant to join our long-standing team. You will care for small and toy dog breeds and cats, providing love, shelter, and daily care in our idyllic 5-acre bushland setting.

This casual role requires weekend work and shifts during the week, with responsibilities including feeding, cleaning, administering medication, exercising, and capturing moments with videos and photos of our guests.

Qualifications

• Fluent English and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends and share shifts.
• Good time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal care tasks including cleaning, feeding, exercise, and medication administration.
• Take footage of guests (videos/photos) and maintain records.
• Interact with small dog breeds and cats with patience and care.
• Contribute to enrichment activities and monitor animal well-being.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Fluent English

Attention to detail

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Join the Award-Winning SmallPaws Pet Hotel, where you can expand your passion and knowledge in Animal Care whilst creating a long-lasting career.
Location: Sydney’s Iconic Northern Beaches Bushland
Specialising in: Caring for Small & Toy Dog Breeds (10kg and under) and Cats
Setting: Idyllic 5-acre property bushland next to National Park

About Us:
SmallPaws Pet Hotel is an industry-leading, family-owned pet care boutique hotel, providing exclusive care services for small dog breeds and cats for over 32 years, idyllically situated on 5 acres on Sydney’s iconic Northern Beaches.

A diverse role within a small team

Work closely with small & toy social dog breeds and cats only (we do not take medium or large dog breeds)

Opportunities for career development and further training

About the role:
We’re seeking a dedicated and passionate Animal Attendant to join our small, long-standing teamin this exciting and rare opportunity. You’ll work exclusively with small and toy dog breeds and cats, providing them with the love and care they deserve.

Casual position

Must be able to work weekends and shifts during the week

Perform animal care tasks such as (but not limited to) cleaning, administering medication, feeding, assessing animals, exercising, enrichment activities and taking footage of our guests including videos and photos

Interact and care for small dogs and cats

Keep thorough records of the animals in care

At SmallPaws Pet Hotel, we are committed to the well-being of our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Opportunities for career development and further training
• Free pet boarding
• Paid lunch breaks
• A positive and supportive work environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to work weekends and other shifts during the week
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
• A keen eye for detail and a high standard of cleanliness
• Must have strong time management skills and confidence in making decisions
• Someone who is reliable, motivated and passionate about providing the best care for animals
• Must have own car and ability to start shifts at 7:15 AM
• Fluent English skills and great communication

Ideally you would:

Live within 45 minutes from Duffys Forest Sydney NSW.

About us
SmallPaws Pet Hotel is a small family-owned business that has been providing exceptional pet care services to the local community for over 32 years. Our mission is to create a home away from home for our Guests, where they can relax, play, and receive the love and attention they deserve. We are passionate about animal welfare and are dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care in a safe and nurturing environment.