Kennel Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Full or Part time Kennel Assistant required for a busy charity kennels
Salary: £22,000 per annum for FT role (Pro Rata salary for PT role)
Essential Requirements
· Previous kennel experience and confidence in handling dogs of all breeds and behaviour
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Calm manner under pressure and good communication skills
· Positive attitude and caring approach to animal welfare
· An aptitude to work with all types of people
· Good level of physical fitness for a demanding role
· A full clean UK driver’s license
· Two professional references which will be checked
Responsibilities
All Dogs Matter is a charity working in and around London to transform the lives of unwanted and abandoned dogs. We also rehome dogs in need from overseas.
On a day-to-day basis, the responsibilities will include, but not be limited to;
- Cleaning kennels and exercise areas
- Handling, walking and socialising dogs
- Dog enrichment
- Liaising with customers and volunteers
- Working as part of a team
- Other miscellaneous duties as required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 per week
Salary: £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- kennel: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Kennel Assistant
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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