Dog jobs in Ashford

Job Description

Are you currently a Security Dog Handler, looking to further your career?

Are you a Security Officer looking for a stepping stone within security and have a passion for dogs? This could be the right direction for you!

At Ward, our Canine team act as a visual deterrent. Through rapid response, and behaviour detection skills, our canine division are dedicated to keeping sites and individuals safe. We cover sites across the UK, but this role will be based in Kent and surrounding areas.

As a Contract Support Dog Handler, you will need to be physically fit as you will be patrolling a number of sites ensuring a safe and secure environment for our clients.

Although no experience is required, you will need to have a valid SIA and a full manual UK driving licence. You will also need to have a suitable home for our highly trained dogs.

Ward Security will provide full training, a highly trained dog, dog food and cover veterinary care costs.

Pay Rate: From £11.44/hour

Benefits:

• SIA Licensing savings scheme
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Pension, and Life Assurance benefits
• We offer ReWard Gold membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits

Shift Pattern/Availability: Days/ Nights/ Weekends (full 24/7 availablity is essential)

Contract Type: Zero-hour contract, with a high volume of hours available, and options to progress to permanent roles within the Canine department

Expected Hours: Approximately 12 – 60 per week (dependent on individual’s requirement as it is a zero-hour contract)

Location: Kent and surrounding areas

Knowledge and Skills:

• Valid SIA Licence
• Valid clean manual UK driving licence
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent observational and decision-making skills
• Physical fitness and the ability to handle the demands of the job, including patrolling and responding to incidents
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work alone as well as in a team

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular patrols with a trained security dog to deter and detect potential security threats
• Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents and emergencies
• Maintain a high level of vigilance and situational awareness at all times
• Ensure the welfare and proper handling of the security dog, including regular training, feeding, and grooming
• Complete detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of daily activities
• Provide excellent customer service to our clients and the public

Who We Are:
Ward Security provides security services solutions to a range of UK businesses. Security services include: CCTV security systems, property management, guard dog security, key holding services, security guard patrol services, response alarm systems and more. With over 1500+ of our amazing people operating nationally.
We seek the best talent to uphold our vision “We look after our people; our people look after our clients. We aim to retain and attract the very best of both”.

Why Work For Us?
Well apart from joining our friendly team we offer Uniform, SIA Licensing savings scheme, Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme, Pension and Life Assurance benefits.
We strongly believe in growing our own talent, and we provide opportunities through our in-house Training Academy, our Leadership Development Programme, online eLearning and development programmes for a career path.
To support the wellbeing of our people we have an in-house Mental Health Team, Wellbeing Platform, an inclusive culture recognised in our Diversity Champion & International Inclusion Awards. We uphold our wellbeing as a MIND Workplace Wellbeing Silver Award holder. We offer Reward membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits.
At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: From £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• SIA (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person