02/07/2025
๐พ Job Vacancy: Kennels & Cattery Support Staff (Flexible Worker) ๐พ
Location: Ladyshore Grange
Job Type: Flexible/Relief Staff (No set days โ as and when needed)
Age Requirement: 20+
We are looking for reliable, compassionate, and resilient individual to join our dedicated team caring for rescue and boarding animals at our busy kennels and cattery. This is a flexible, on-call position to help cover staff sickness, holidays, and busy periods โ availability across all 7 days of the week is essential, including weekends and bank holidays.
๐ถ About the Role:
This is a physically demanding and emotionally challenging role โ but one that can also be deeply rewarding. You will be working closely with dogs and cats from rescue backgrounds, many of whom have experienced trauma, neglect, or abuse. Animals may be aggressive, scared, and strong โ youโll need confidence, care, and patience in every interaction.
Key responsibilities include:
โข Cleaning kennels and cattery areas to a high standard
โข Feeding, grooming, and exercising animals
โข Administering basic medication (training provided)
โข Monitoring health and behaviour
โข Providing enrichment, comfort, and calm environments
โข Supporting rehoming efforts where needed
๐พ What Weโre Looking For:
โข Aged 20 or over
โข Physically fit and comfortable with manual work in all weather
โข Emotionally resilient and able to handle distressing situations
โข Confident around animals with challenging behaviour
โข Flexible availability (including weekends and holidays)
โข Previous animal care experience preferred but not essential โ full training will be given
โค๏ธ Why Join Us?
โข Be part of a passionate, supportive team
โข Help transform the lives of vulnerable animals
โข Gain hands-on experience with rescue work
โข See the real, visible progress of animals you help rehabilitate
Please note: Due to the nature of rescue work, this role may not be suitable for those who are emotionally sensitive to cases of animal abuse or neglect.
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To apply, please send your CV and a short statement about your interest in the role to [email protected]
Help us give animals the second chance they deserve. ๐พ
