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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: PEATLANDS KENNELS LTD The Kennel Assistant role will consist of taking care of the dogs, including feeding, administering medication and more, as well as meeting clients, maintaining diary entries and taking and recording payments. There will be some general cleaning tasks as well such as power hosing and cleaning the pens.

Responsibilities

• Taking and recording payments.
• Opening and locking up.
• Looking after all dogs including: feeding, administering medication, walking, bathing and light grooming.
• Ensuring the premises are always clean and tidy.
• Adhering to health & safety.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Previous kennel experience.
• Knowledge of working with the general public.
• Have an interest in dog breeds.

Further Information

The Employer is: PEATLANDS KENNELS LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.