Dog jobs in Carlisle

Overview
Provide the highest level of care for all animals in the centre, ensuring each animal’s welfare needs are met daily and they are prepared for a smooth transition from the charity to a new home. Establish strong customer relations and communication with visitors, volunteers, and adopters. Work within Oak Tree Animals Charity policies and procedures and health & safety guidelines

Duties

• Conduct daily checks on animals, reporting any abnormalities to the line manager.
• Transport animals safely to and from vet practices and foster homes
• Ensure exercise areas remain clean and secure at all times.
• Assist with educational visits and talks when needed.
• Support the Rehoming Coordinator in discussing rehoming applications, answering queries, and matching animals with adopters. This may include home visits to ensure a suitable environment for the animal.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of animals available for rehoming and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Prepare and complete paperwork related to rehoming, including ownership transfer and pet insurance documents.
• Assist the Communications team in promoting animals available for rehoming, including updating website profiles and taking photographs.
• Conduct intake and rehoming assessments for animals entering and leaving the charity’s care.
• Carry out animal care duties, including cleaning living areas, kitchens, and vet rooms, exercising, training, diet management, and administering medications strictly in accordance with veterinary guidance and best practices.
• Collaborate with the Training and Behaviour team to implement behavioural training plans and provide progress updates.
• Adhere to barrier nursing protocols when handling animals with infectious diseases or those in isolation.
• Actively support fundraising, promotions, and community engagement activities.
• To assess and collect stray dogs from council kennels up to a maximum of 3 hours drive.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required

Skills

• Proficient driving skills with a valid driving licence.
• Experience in a Kennel environment is advantageous.
• Ability to understand and implement care plans effectively.
• Strong command of English, both written and verbal, for clear communication.
• Competent IT skills for managing records and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills to interact positively with pet owners and team members.
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to providing high-quality care.

Pay: £12.83 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience working in a kennel environment?

Work Location: In person