Canine Behaviour and Training Advisor

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave

Gym membership discount

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing resources

Pension contributions up to 10%

Healthcare cash plan

Job summary

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London is seeking a Canine Behaviour and Training Advisor to support our dogs in care and to deliver behavioural training and guidance to staff, volunteers, customers and external organisations.

You will collaborate with operational teams on welfare assessments and behaviour management, contributing to the long-term welfare of the dogs and cats in our care while educating the wider organisation on best practices.

Job description

Our team of Canine Behaviour and Training Advisors work with our operational teams in the assessment and welfare of the dogs in our care and in the provision of behavioural training and advice for staff, volunteers, customers and external organisations.
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday leave allowance) per year for full time employees (pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more. Working with our animals: Working with our rescues is a very rewarding experience. Your work plays a vital role in giving our dogs and cats a chance at finding their forever home. Everyday will be different and will come with its own unique challenges. It is important to note that the role does involve a lot of physical tasks which are required to provide the exceptional standards of care to our animals. Diversity and inclusion: We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all. We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.