pet trainer
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Position Overview & Specifications
WE'RE HIRING
Ever wanted to join our friendly team at Pittville Pets in Cheltenham?
We are excited to find a kind, calm and professional animal lover to join our team, and help us with the ever-growing demand for our services! We specialise in solo walks for dogs who need a bit more knowledge and attention; as well as home visits for cats and other pets who don't do well in catteries. We also sometimes offer overnight dogsitting, should team members wish to earn extra money.
We are looking to contract a self-employed dog walker and cat sitter. Our busiest hours are between 9 and 2 during the week, but we particularly need someone who is willing to work at least every other weekend and some late afternoons (mostly for cat visits!)
The ideal candidate will be confident and have experience with reactive/nervous dogs. Good communication, organisation and a willingness to work outside in any weather is essential.
A Canine first aid course will need to be completed before you can work alone
The successful candidate will require DBS checks and the ability to travel all over Cheltenham, whether by car or bike.
Other training will be provided and all new members will shadow a member of the team to begin with.
Email for more details. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Part-time hours: 05 -20 per week
Salary: From £18.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with reactive dogs? Please give details.
- Are you willing to work at least every other weekend? This may sometimes be only one or two cat visits but can be most of the day during holiday seasons.
Experience:
- Pet Care Occupations: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Pittvillepets
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:
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for pet trainer roles across Pittville Pets'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 .
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 £38,480 / yr bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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