Assistant Canine Training Manager

Summary
Salary: £34,000 / annum
Location: National Remit
Region: South East England
Vacancy Group: Dog Handling
Date Posted: 02/02/2023
Reference: 12154

Description

This role will see you assisting in the training of our fleet of Explosive Detection Dog Teams. You will be required to understand the needs of the teams’ specific requirements and set training scenarios to assist in correction of any issues which may have been highlighted, as well as maintain the current operational standards.
You will be required to complete training records and generate corrective training plans to ensure the fleet meets with current training requirements set relevant standards, maintaining compliance.
You will require a strong understanding of handling training samples and prevention of cross contamination to ensure correct training is being conducted and longevity of samples.
Additional duties will also include the training of new dogs.
Place of Work-Normally at Farndish but will be required for training at all locations nationally.
Essential:

• Previously been an operational detection dog handler (Explosives Police/MOD trained).
• Demonstrable experience in training detection capability
• Computer literate.
• Clear communication skills.
• Full UK driving license.
• 5-year checkable history

Desirable:

• NCTAS Accredited Instructor.
• NASDU Accredited Instructor.
• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET).
• Recognised Industry or Role related Instructor Qualification

Role profile:

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  Assist in training handlers to appropriate licensing standard.

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  Assist in the train new dogs to licensing standard.

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  Provide support to handlers on operational deployments with on the job training.

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  Assist in refresher/continuation training to operational teams when required.

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  Carry out demonstrations as required.

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  Assist with the selection of potential search dogs.

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  Provide written and verbal reports outlining training needs to the Operations and Training manager.

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  Provide performance reports on teams in training.

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  Ensure health and welfare of dogs is maintained to company standards.

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  Liaise with police training schools.

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  Maintain and ensure safe handling of training samples.

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  In the absence of the Training Manager carry out their duties.

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  Drive company vehicles as required.

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  Comply with company policies and procedures.

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  Carry out risk assessments as required.

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  Carry out checks on handler’s kennels, vehicles, equipment, and vehicles where required.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Abilities

• Excellent English oral and written communication skills
• Good inter-personal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to work under pressure and conditions of uncertainty.
• Ability to prioritise work, to observe timetables and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to house dogs at home address.
• Ability totransport dogs to work.
• Ability to identify performance issues in dogs.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work away from home if required.
• Ability to communicate confidently with clients.
• Ability to follow leads and make enquiries to generate new income.

Qualities

• Integrity, reliability, honesty
• Self-disciplined - able to work without supervision.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Open minded, desire to learn.
• ‘Leading by example’ approach to deployments.
• Tidy, organised.
• Presentable.

Customer Care 1. Carryout site visits and liaise with clients. 2. Prepare and deliver deployment reports. 3. Provide specialist knowledge, advice, and intelligence. 4. Prepare and monitor compliance of assignment instructions. 5. Deliver appropriate resources for deployments. 6. Preparation of invoices linked to resources delivered. 7. Generate and follow new business leads.
Animal Welfare 1. Ensure compliance with all animal welfare legislation and BS 8517 parts 1 and 2. 2. Liaise with veterinary providers as required. 3. Monitor preventative treatment programs. 4. Monitor equipment condition. 5. Monitor fitness to work program.
Administration 1. Identify requirements for accommodation for deployments and arrange provision. 2. Manage annual leave applications and monitor usage.

In order to apply for this vacancy, you must be able to supply the required answers to the following questions:

• Can you provide original evidence of your right to work within the UK?