pet trainer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Looking to get out, about, & paid for walking dogs in your local beauty spots? With the support of an established and regulated business behind you, We Love Pets is the way to go!
At We Love Pets, we are constantly looking to expand our team of trusted and pet loving employees. We are looking for Dog Walkers to join us on a part - time permanent basis in both High Wycombe & Marlow.
We are specifically looking for the following:
- Someone who is available 3-5 days a week
- Someone who is available during the school holidays and the occasional weekend.
Due to the nature of the role, you must own/have access to a car with insurance, MOT and TAX.
This job would suit semi retired / retired / part time workers / students, those with daytime hours available or those that are self employed and looking to subsidise their income.
Job Summary:
- Collect, exercise and care for customers’ dogs.
- Part time/ flexible hours.
- Morning/ Lunchtime and Afternoon walks available
- Based in High Wycombe & Marlow.
- Outdoors - need to be willing to walk in all weathers!
- Travelling required - must have own car
- Permanent positions only - sorry, no short term or temporary jobs
What you can expect:
- A fun and supportive team
- Some wet, cold and muddy days - we are not just fair weather walkers!
- To walk 2-3 dogs at a time (we don’t pack walk)
- To be taught basic training for puppys so we can get them off to the best start on their walks
- Basic canine first aid training
- Ongoing training and support
- Uniform and all relative equipment to 'dog-proof' your car.
- Police and reference checks (for our customer’s peace of mind)
- Holiday pay, and the opportunity to earn more on weekends and bank holidays.
All we need from you:
- Own car (fully insured, MOT and tax)
- Be willing to work in all weathers - Rain or Shine!
- Love animals (experience of being a pet owner preferred)
- Exceptional time keeping
- Clear and confident communication skills
- Commitment (our pets build relationships with you, so consistency is very important)
- Access to a reliable mobile phone and internet
- Good knowledge of the local area and dog walking spots
- Availability to join us on shadow walks before you start as part of your training
Apply today!
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 2-10 per week
Salary: From £10.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- Driving licence and a Taxed, Mot'd and insured Car (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: WLPDWPT
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:
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for pet trainer roles across We Love Pets High Wycombe'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 .
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 £21,840 / yr bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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