Kennel Assistant
OFFERED BY:
Canine PartnersLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 124 Ashby Road Osgathorpe LE12 9SRHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
Canine Partners are recruiting volunteers who will help our Dog Welfare Team, with tasks associated with our kennels building, and provide enrichment for the dogs in advanced training.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
What is involved?
Commitment to a regular day/time that you are able to come into the training centre to support our team.
Tasks include:
Dog handling activities, such as:
Supporting new dogs settling into kennels
Providing enrichment for dogs (play sessions, walk in the field etc)
Grooming and health checking dogs when required
Providing daily care, including feeding, watering and bathing when required
Using Canine Partners approved equipment e.g. leads, harnesses, when instructed.
General tasks, such as:
Washing up, drying and putting away any dog toys/Kongs/bowls etc.
Emptying bins (both human and dog waste)
Daily cleaning of kennels to Canine Partner standards. Deep cleaning of kennels when required.
Disinfecting toilet areas (includes picking up dog waste)
Washing and drying of laundry
Putting together foster bags for new dogs.
Making/ topping up treats and stuffed kongs
Making feeds when necessary
Restocking of supplies
Reporting any concerns regarding each dog to your point of contact
Complete records to confirm exercise and feeding.
Answering queries from colleagues and visitors
If you are registered as a volunteer driver, you may also drive:
to drop off or pick up dogs, food or other items
Advanced Trainers when training in the community to keep dogs calm with distraction work
Admin support:
Complete dog logbooks
Register dogs at vets
Create health booklets
You will also have the opportunity to observe a variety of training sessions with both our dog welfare officers and advanced trainers.
Commitment to a regular day/time that you are able to come into the training centre to support our team.
Tasks include:
Dog handling activities, such as:
Supporting new dogs settling into kennels
Providing enrichment for dogs (play sessions, walk in the field etc)
Grooming and health checking dogs when required
Providing daily care, including feeding, watering and bathing when required
Using Canine Partners approved equipment e.g. leads, harnesses, when instructed.
General tasks, such as:
Washing up, drying and putting away any dog toys/Kongs/bowls etc.
Emptying bins (both human and dog waste)
Daily cleaning of kennels to Canine Partner standards. Deep cleaning of kennels when required.
Disinfecting toilet areas (includes picking up dog waste)
Washing and drying of laundry
Putting together foster bags for new dogs.
Making/ topping up treats and stuffed kongs
Making feeds when necessary
Restocking of supplies
Reporting any concerns regarding each dog to your point of contact
Complete records to confirm exercise and feeding.
Answering queries from colleagues and visitors
If you are registered as a volunteer driver, you may also drive:
to drop off or pick up dogs, food or other items
Advanced Trainers when training in the community to keep dogs calm with distraction work
Admin support:
Complete dog logbooks
Register dogs at vets
Create health booklets
You will also have the opportunity to observe a variety of training sessions with both our dog welfare officers and advanced trainers.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
You live within a reasonable distance of our training centre in order to commute weekly (post code LE12 9SR)
That you are over 16 years of age
Though desirable, prior dog experience is not required.
You are comfortable working around dogs.
Have the time and ability to commit to supporting our dog welfare team.
This role can involve a lot of physical work. You are likely to spend periods of time outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Such tasks include, but are not limited to:
Moving large bags of food
Holding strong dogs on lead
Cleaning large areas with mops and/ or brushes
Have a means of transport to get to and from the centre.
Have the ability to follow instructions.
Good communication skills
Friendly, conscientious with a can-do attitude
Ability to work on your own, and as part of the team.
That you are over 16 years of age
Though desirable, prior dog experience is not required.
You are comfortable working around dogs.
Have the time and ability to commit to supporting our dog welfare team.
This role can involve a lot of physical work. You are likely to spend periods of time outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Such tasks include, but are not limited to:
Moving large bags of food
Holding strong dogs on lead
Cleaning large areas with mops and/ or brushes
Have a means of transport to get to and from the centre.
Have the ability to follow instructions.
Good communication skills
Friendly, conscientious with a can-do attitude
Ability to work on your own, and as part of the team.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
16+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
This is considered a physical role and you must be able to support and handle young dogs. All applications will be assessed on an individual basis
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
7 days
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? No
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No