Part Time Dog Walker

Rachel's Pet Services

Part Time Dog Walker

£27040

Rachel's Pet Services, Ilkley, Bradford

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 18 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e828effd40354b67904adee56752f1dd

Full Job Description

We provide reliable, professional care for dogs of all types, sizes and ages. We walk small groups of dogs off lead (with the clients permission) usually on the moor. You need to love and be confident around dogs and be a proficient driver, using your own car for pick-up's and drop-off's. We walk in sunshine, rain and snow so you will need to have the appropriate clothing and footwear. You will also need to be fit enough to walk the dogs each day in any weather. Some uniform is provided.

Successful candidates will be trained in the role before being expected to work alone.

Normal working hours are between 9 and 2.30 pm, so this role can work around school hours if required. Your hours will start with between 10 - 16 hours per week, with the ability to increase these hours. Our busiest time is around lunch time. We need someone who is reliable and will not let our clients down.

You will be self-employed, removing the hassle of maintaining business admin, paying for insurance, invoicing, chasing debt, getting holiday cover, marketing or finding and loosing clients etc. Please note it is preferred and advisable that you live in this area or you will find the travelling will add a lot of time to your day.

Being self-employed, you will be responsible for your own tax and NI contributions. You will pay for your own petrol and transport.

£13 per hour. Between 10 and 16 hours per week, with the ability to increase these hours. One or two dog walks per day, typically Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays. Possible additional hours available, and cover for Monday and Fridays.

Ability to increase hours and pay by taking on some administrative duties.

Please call for a chat about this role.

We are looking for an individual who is confident around dogs and who must be committed and reliable, to join our friendly & professional team. Regular weekday hours are required within the Ilkley area. Candidates must be able to commit to these hours.

To walk between 2 - 5 dogs per walk (depending upon your preference and once training provided)

Please note that hours will significantly reduce in the school holiday period.

Candidates must be reliable & organised. This would suit someone living in the Ilkley area.

Experience of and love for dogs is essential

Cat feeding when required.

Full, clean UK Driving Licence & able to use own vehicle to safely transport the dogs., Full clean driving licence

Ability to use your own car for this work.

Experience of either owning a dog or working professionally with dogs. This is essential and sadly applications not stating this will be rejected.