London Pet Club is looking for an experienced, reliable and professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter to join our growing team.. . We are seeking someone looking for a long-term opportunity who can commit to working with us for a minimum of 6 months (or longer).. . This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has excellent dog handling skills, thrives working independently, and takes pride in providing exceptional care and customer service.. .
ABOUT THE ROLE.
You will be responsible for providing professional dog walking and pet sitting services for our clients across London.. .
Dog walks involve collecting dogs on foot and walking between 1-4 dogs at a time for up to 3 hours. Some dogs are exercised on lead, while others are walked off lead.. .
Pet sitting assignments may include daytime visits, overnight stays and weekend bookings in clients’ homes.. .
As our services are based around our clients’ schedules, applicants must be available Monday-Friday between 7am-4pm. Occasional evening, weekend and overnight pet sitting assignments may also be available.. .
AREAS WE COVER.
Your main working area:. .
Finsbury Park, Islington, Hampstead, Tufnell Park. .
You may also occasionally work in: Camden, Regent’s Park, Paddington, Notting Hall, Chiswick, Hammersmith, Walthamstow. .
HOURS.
Up to 20 hours a week. .
PAY.
Dog walking:. .
£13 per hour. .
Paid monthly upon receipt of a valid invoice. .
Pet sitting:. .
1-3 hours: £13 per hour. .
4+ hours or overnight sitting: £40 per day/night. .
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS.
Applicants must:. .
- -Be aged 21 or over. .
- -Have professional dog handling experience. .
- -Be confident walking dogs both on and off lead. .
- -Have experience working with dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
- -Be physically fit and capable of walking for up to 3 hours. .
- -Be self-employed (or willing to register as self-employed). .
- -Be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months. .
- -Be available Monday-Friday between 7am and 4pm. .
- -Be available for occasional evenings, weekends and overnight pet sitting. .
- -Be a non-smoker. .
- -Be an iPhone user with sufficient mobile data. .
- -Have excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. .
- -Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions. .
LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS.
- -Proof of identity and right to work in the UK. .
- -DBS check. .
- -Public Liability Insurance. .
TRIAL ASSESSMENT.
Successful applicants will complete a 1-month trial period.. .
During the trial you will be assessed on your ability to:. .
- -Independently walk up to 3 dogs together, both on and off lead. .
- -Safely handle dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
- -Walk for up to 3 hours at a time. .
- -Manage dog behaviour and interactions confidently. .
- -Clean and dry dogs after walks, where required. .
- -Feed and care for pets. .
- -Use GPS tracking and mobile applications to provide live client updates. .
- -Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service and professionalism. .
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.
Please note that experience gained solely from caring for your own pets, or pets belonging to family or friends, will not be considered professional experience.. .
Applicants should be able to provide references from previous employers or established pet care businesses.. .
Experience: Not requiredEmployment: Part-timeSchedule: Monday-Friday, between 7am-4pmSalary: £13 hourlyStarting time: Immediate start!
About London Pet Club:
Dog walkers and pet sitters.
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