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Sighthound Welfare, Kennels and Homing Manager
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Forever Hounds Trust
Location: Blandford Forum
Salary: £33,000 to £38,000 dependant on experience
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week including some evening, weekend and bank holiday work to support dog welfare, homing activity, emergencies or events
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Closing Date: 17 August 2026
Lead the Care and Rehoming of Vulnerable Sighthounds
Forever Hounds Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate Sighthound Welfare, Kennels and Homing Manager to lead the welfare, rehabilitation and rehoming of greyhounds, lurchers and other sighthounds in our care.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable dogs. You will oversee every stage of a dog’s journey, from intake and assessment through rehabilitation and kennelling to successful adoption into a loving home.
Working closely with our dedicated team, volunteers, foster carers, adopters and veterinary professionals, you will help ensure that every dog receives the highest standards of care and the best possible chance of finding their forever home.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the intake, assessment and welfare planning of dogs entering our care.
- Overseeing kennel operations and ensuring exceptional welfare standards.
- Managing behavioural assessments and rehabilitation programmes.
- Supporting and developing a team of Sighthound Carers, Rehabilitation Trainers and welfare staff.
- Leading the rehoming process, ensuring dogs are matched to the most suitable homes.
- Working closely with veterinary practices and welfare partners.
- Monitoring welfare outcomes and driving continuous improvement.
- Representing Forever Hounds Trust professionally with adopters, supporters and stakeholders.
About You
You will be an experienced animal welfare professional with:
- Strong knowledge of canine behaviour and welfare.
- Experience working with dogs in a rescue, kennel or welfare setting.
- Experience of behavioural assessment and rehabilitation planning.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- A compassionate, professional and resilient approach.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Experience of working with greyhounds, lurchers or other sighthounds would be highly advantageous.
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Why Join Forever Hounds Trust?
At Forever Hounds Trust, every member of our team plays a vital role in transforming the lives of dogs in need. We are committed to giving every sighthound the care, compassion and opportunity they deserve.
In Return, You’ll Have The Opportunity To
- Make a genuine difference to animal welfare.
- Lead a dedicated and passionate team.
- Work with a respected sighthound rescue charity.
- Help shape the future of our welfare and rehoming services.
- Be part of countless happy endings for dogs and adopters alike.
How To Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to caron.lane@foreverhoundstrust.org
Closing Date: 17th August 2026
Forever Hounds Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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