Dog Care Specialist — Full-Time, Impactful Animal Welfare

National Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA); Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development Opportunities

Job summary

National SPCA Dublin Centre is seeking a compassionate animal care assistant to join our team. You will help care for dogs and other animals, ensuring health, enrichment and welfare, while liaising with the public and internal teams.

The role requires practical animal handling, adherence to sanitation and welfare standards, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays. A qualification in animal care is advantageous, with learning and development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a shelter or veterinary setting.
• Knowledge of animal behaviour, health and nutrition is advantageous.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Feed and water animals according to their dietary needs.
• Clean and sanitize animal enclosures, kennels and litter boxes.
• Exercise animals regularly to ensure health and stimulation.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the vet team.
• Monitor animals for illness or injury and report concerns.
• Assist with intake and adoption processes, including meet & greets.
• Maintain records of each animal’s care and behaviour for the manager.
• Communicate effectively with the public, volunteers and corporate groups.
• Follow sanitation and disease-control policies (training provided).
• Fulfil other duties as required by the manager.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexible hours

Education

Animal care qualification

Job description

National SPCA Dublin Centre is seeking a compassionate animal care assistant to join our team. You will help care for dogs and other animals, ensuring health, enrichment and welfare, while liaising with the public and internal teams.

The role requires practical animal handling, adherence to sanitation and welfare standards, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays. A qualification in animal care is advantageous, with learning and development opportunities offered.