Kennel and Cattery Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are a well respected, licensed boarding kennels and cattery based in rural Aldridge, we have an opportunity for a permanent kennel and cattery assistant working on a full time rota basis including weekends, who will be responsible for providing a high standard of service and care to ensure the welfare of all our animals.
We board a variety of pets, mainly dogs and cats, the role will include duties:
providing for all animal's physical needs including feeding, cleaning and completing daily health checks.
maintaining a high standard of cleanliness by washing and maintaining the feeding utensils, litter trays, bedding and all areas of the enclosures.
preparing food/water for the animals in line with specific needs.
Administering medication where required with supervision.
observing and promoting the animals physical, social and emotional development.
providing excellent customer service.
Candidate applying for this position would require a level 3 qualification in animal care, a level of experience and knowledge of different pets/breeds.
Driving licence required, on site parking.
Qualities required, you must be flexible, dedicated, reliable, sociable, able to work in a team or on your own, most importantly have a love for animals.
Working week days 8am-5pm, weekends Saturday 8am-5pm and Sunday 8am-midday, approx 30-40 hours a week on a rota basis, must be able to work school holidays.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £7.49-£10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Kennel and Cattery Assistant roles across Mill Green Boarding Kennels & Cattery's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £7 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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