Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH)
Dog Carer
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Dog Carer
Location: Buckinghamshire. HP14 3TD
Salary: £26,436.80 per annum
Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on a two-week rolling rota. You will be required to participate in the provision of 24-hour cover on a rota basis.
Contract Type: Full time (permanent)
Closing Date: 28 October 2026
About the Role
Enthusiastically contributes to our aim of providing quality care for rescued and abandoned dogs and finding them suitable homes.
- Keen to help maintain and increase the support for SDR’s activities with the general public, potential donors, other animal welfare organisations and other stakeholders.
- Recognition of the importance of representing the charity in a professional & caring manner.
- Happy to help implement initiatives as directed by management or the Board of Trustees.
- Enjoys acting as an integral part of the SDR team of staff, management, Trustees, members and volunteers.
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Knowledge and Experience
Unless stated otherwise, the knowledge and experience listed below are essential for this role.
- Understanding of animal care and behaviour.
- Previous experience of working in kennels essential – (ideally within rescue & rehoming environment).
Skills And Abilities
Unless stated otherwise, the skills and abilities listed below are essential for this role.
- Ability to demonstrate aptitude for dog handling.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team.
- A full UK manual driving licence is required; the role involves driving the charity’s vehicle.
- Able to work on a flexible basis (hours/days) including weekends and bank holidays.
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Application Process
Applications close on Wednesday 28th October. We reserve the right to close applications earlier if we receive a high volume of responses.
- 1st round of interviews will be the week commencing Monday 2nd November.
- 2nd round interviews will consist of a half day trial and practical exercises. This will be the week commencing Monday 9th November.
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