Dog Welfare & Rehoming Assistant (6-Month Contract)

Dogs Trust; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Dogs Trust in Glasgow is seeking a Dog Welfare Assistant on a fixed-term full-time basis. The role involves caring for dogs in the rehoming centre and engaging with potential new owners and visitors, with emphasis on welfare and enrichment.

The successful candidate will be an energetic team player with empathy and good communication skills, a driving licence, and experience with dogs. This 6-month contract offers a supportive environment and benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator with empathy and a positive attitude.
• Able to work effectively in a team and with volunteers.
• Full, clean driving licence is essential.
• Experience with dogs and knowledge of basic behaviour/health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care to dogs in the rehoming centre following codes of practice and safety guidelines.
• Educate potential new owners and the public on dog care and welfare.
• Deliver excellent customer service to visitors at the centre.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Team player

Dog handling

Health knowledge

Job description

Dogs Trust in Glasgow is seeking a Dog Welfare Assistant on a fixed-term full-time basis. The role involves caring for dogs in the rehoming centre and engaging with potential new owners and visitors, with emphasis on welfare and enrichment.

The successful candidate will be an energetic team player with empathy and good communication skills, a driving licence, and experience with dogs. This 6-month contract offers a supportive environment and benefits.