Full Time Dog Walker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Devoted Dogs are pleased to announce a very exciting job opportunity for a dog walker to join our knowledgeable and supportive team in Mid Sussex.
A passion for dogs and the highest standards of care are essential, full training will be provided although you will be required to complete a canine first aid course independently (can be online).
You will be responsible for social walks held in a secure field for up to 6 dogs and one to one private individual walks, so you must be capable and confident handling multiple breeds and sizes of dogs.
The job involves pick up and drop off in and around Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and Lindfield so a clean driving license and fully crated van is required for the role (6 individual crates).
This is a full time roll Monday-Friday, 34.5 hours per week.
Monday 9.15am-5pm (7.45hrs)
Tuesday 8.15am-2.15pm (6hrs)
Wednesday 10.15am-5pm (6.45hrs)
Thursday 9.30am-3.30pm (6hrs)
Friday 8.15am-4.15pm (8hrs)
No bank holidays.
No weekends.
Average £600-£650 per week. Average £18 per hour.
Own van is ESSENTIAL.
Own dog welcome!
You will be self employed and therefore responsible for your own tax, national insurance and personal insurances such as vehicle cover.
Ideally to start March 27th although this can be flexible.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £550.00-£650.00 per week
Benefits:
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Application question(s):
- Do you have or are able to source your own van?
- Why do you think you would be good for this role?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Dog handling: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 27/03/2023
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
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Full Time Dog Walker roles across Devoted Dogs's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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 £14 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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