Dog Daycare Assistant Manager

The Doggy House Dog Daycare; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 24,952 - 28,516; Full time

Job summary

A dog daycare center in Altrincham is looking for an experienced Assistant Manager. You will oversee daily operations, manage a team, and ensure high standards of dog care. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years working with dogs and 2 years in management. The position offers 35+ hours a week with a salary ranging from £24,952 to £28,516 per year. This role is perfect for passionate animal lovers who excel in communication and organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working professionally with dogs in a similar environment.
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing a team.
• Full UK driving licence and confident driving a medium sized van.

Responsibilities

• Supervising play groups.
• Deliver the highest standards of dog care.
• Lead by example with professionalism.
• Create engaging social media posts and reels.

Skills

Experience with dogs

Team management

Communication skills

Planning and organization

Social media skills

Job description

Overview

The Doggy House is excited to announce this new opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager to join our team. You will work with the Daycare Manager and senior management on day-to-day operations of the dog daycare centre, involving a range of activities from taxi service to promotional media and events, staff training and management. Join a dedicated team of animal lovers to provide a fun, safe, enriching environment for our dogs.

Responsibilities

• Supervising play groups
• Deliver the highest standards of dog care and ensure the welfare of the dogs is a top priority
• Continually improve dog engagement and support carers where needed
• Provide the highest level of customer service
• Lead by example with professionalism and accountability for all policies and procedures
• Assist the Daycare Manager with carers development and training for new carers
• Create engaging social media posts and reels
• Organise and coordinate party days for occasions such as Halloween, Christmas, etc., and motivate participation
• Lead the Student Work Placement Programme
• Keep the play centre clean and identify maintenance requirements
• Provide cover for the Daycare Manager when required
• Provide support to the management team when required
• Some driving to collect/return dogs home in a company van

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years working professionally with dogs in a similar environment
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing a team
• Desire to learn more about dog behaviour and socialisation
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Strong communication skills and ability to train and develop teams
• Strong planning and organisation skills, ability to multi-task and problem solve with attention to detail
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Passion for photography and social media
• Full UK driving licence and confident driving a medium sized van
• Flexible to working hours; shifts range from 6 to 10 hours

Hours & Pay

Hours: 35 or more hours per week averaged. Monday to Friday

Pay: £24,952 - £28,516 per year

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Consumer Services

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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