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Dog Handler/Houseman - Kensington

  • On-site
    • Kensington, England, United Kingdom
  • £40,000 - £45,000 per year

Job description

Dog Handler / Houseman - Kensington

Bespoke Britannia are looking for a Dog Handler/Houseman with experience in dog handling to support our client in the Kensington area. We are looking for a proactive and confident individual that prides themselves on providing excellent levels of service to support our Kensington based client, who has the flexibility to travel with the family as required.

We are seeking to hire someone with extensive knowledge in Canine care and training who will join the household team. The family currently have a range of animals you will be charged with caring for including dogs. cats, rabbits and other animals.


Job Role

Primarily you will be handling the dogs, including handling, training and traveling with the dogs.

  • Ensuring the wellbeing of the dogs including feeding, training, exercising and grooming is the main part of this position.

  • Up keep of pet areas including litter trays and light housekeeping in pet areas.

  • Day to day grooming and cleaning of the animals.

  • Maintaining good health of the animals and administering medication where required.

  • A general passion for animals and their wellbeing is essential.

  • You must be comfortable working around children.

  • Responding to various ac hoc duties as and when required.

Candidate Requirements

  • Our client is looking for someone proactive, energetic with a can-do attitude who has good communication skills.

  • A proven track record in dog handling – within a military setting would be advantageous.

  • Proof of right to work in the UK, passport and ability to travel would wide is essential.

  • This is a live put position, so you much live within a commutable distance of Kensington.

Package

  • Salary £40,000 - £45,000 DOE

  • The working schedule shifts cover 7 days per week and usually between 8am and 5pm, flexibility is required around the pets and

    principal’s events. Shifts are usually Monday - Friday

  • Holiday - 20 days plus bank holidays with a day in lieu if any additional days are worked.

  • Pension scheme is available.

  • Annual bonus at the discretion of the employer.

Job requirements

Candidate Requirements

  • Our client is looking for someone proactive, energetic with a can-do attitude who has good communication skills.

  • A proven track record in dog handling – within a military setting would be advantageous.

  • Proof of right to work in the UK, passport and ability to travel would wide is essential.

  • This is a live put position, so you much live within a commutable distance of Kensington.

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