Kennel Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This position would suit someone with a love of animals, particularly dogs.
You would need to be reliable, hardworking and physically fit and be willing to work in all weathers.
Someone with experience of working with dogs would be an advantage but training will be given
You must be available any day of the week including weekends , hours of work are from 7.30am to 5pm with generous breaks in between
You will be responsible for caring for dogs, cats and other small animals, including exercise, cleaning of their sleeping areas and exercise areas and keeping the premises clean and tidy, feeding and at times bathing of dogs, also dealing with customers.
Own transport is necessary as we are in a rural location
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £7.65-£11.59 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- ASHFORD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 01/04/2023
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 Kennel Assistant roles across Haven Kennels & Cattery'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 £8 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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