Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Please apply with a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the job advertised.Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.Sadly this job is not suitable for people living further than 10 miles from Abingdon.Responsibilities: Collect & walk up to six VERY WELL-BEHAVED HAPPY dogs in a group, off-lead, in a variety of countryside locations around Abingdon two to three times a day. Available to work between the hours of 9:30am and 3:30pm with occasional earlier starts/later finishes Occasional very well-paid overtime weekend work for cat/small pet home visits Have full control of all dogs at all times Ensure the dogs have varied, stimulating nature walks Take varied photographs of the dogs on their walks and edit/upload to social media platforms daily Communicate daily with clients & management about the dogs welfare on a professional level Ensure all dogs are left clean and brushed after every walk Ensure you have appropriate equipment for the job (supplied to you) To thoroughly clean your car and equipment at the end of the working week back at base COMPETITIVE RATE OF PAY INCREASING AFTER PROBATIONARY PERIOD. GENEROUS MILEAGE ALLOWANCE ON TOP OF PAY PAID HOLIDAY GUARANTEED HOURS UNIFORMSkills: A love of all animals Excellent awareness of your surroundings Excellent organisational skills Flexible and calm disposition Excellent work ethic Good time keeping Able to work on your own but in regular contact with the team Trustworthy & honest Caring nature Good eyesight Ability to spot dangers ahead and act swiftly Excellent stamina for the hills around Oxfordshire Very good health (some lifting of older dogs in/out of cars, walking a fair distance daily) Good photography skills (composition/editing) Good interpersonal skills Very good communication skills Good command of the English language Numeric skills Diplomacy Full driving licence Able to work in ALL weather conditions IT literate to the extent of being able to post photos from your phone to social mediaExperience: Ideally two years experience of working with dogs at a professional level (but not essential as training will be given) Experience of looking after dogs, cats & other small pets Knowledge of dog's body language, breeds and temperaments (not essential as training will be given) Used to working outdoors in all weather (or very happy to)Essential: A love of being in the outdoors regardless of weather. A uniform is provided for mud/slobber protection! A clear love of/rapport with dogs (and other animals) Full driving licence Mileage rate paid at 45p/mile. Own _ suitable medium to large _five-door hatchback with deep boot or large enough to carry dogs comfortably (Renault Clio/VW Golf or equivalent) in excellent working order. Dog safety equipment & equipment to protect your car will be provided). A smart phone for sending clients texts after a walk/ emergencies and for uploading photos. Very good stamina/health (physically & mentally) Don't mind spending the majority of your time in nature, with dogs as company in mud, wind, rain & sunshine Flexible with working occasional longer days and shorter days depending on workload Clean DBS check, DVLA check, Car tax/MOT check Excellent work & personal references providedJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentPay: 12.50-13.50 per hourExpected hours: 22 26 per weekBenefits: Company pensionSchedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availabilityApplication question(s): Can you be flexible with last minute additions/changes? If you are walking a group of dogs off-lead in woods and a dog is being walked towards you on a lead, what would you do? Is there anything you would like to ask/know? Do you have a car suitable to carry up to six large dogs on the back seat and in a boot? Are you flexible with working some weekends during busier periods for cat/small animal visits? Generous rate of pay for weekend work. Do you live in Abingdon or within 5 miles? You must live in Abingdon or within 10 miles due to the time it takes to travel in and out of Abingdon at peak periods. Anyone applying from further away will be automatically rejected.Licence/Certification: driving licence & medium/large hatchback/estate car (required)Work Location: In personReference ID: J&W001Expected start date: 21/07/2025

Created: 2025-08-12