Dog Carer

Stokenchurch Dog Rescue 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 Dog Carer 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. 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 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 e 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 Apply Share this page?