Job Description

Job Vacancy: Kennel / Transport Officer

Location: Waltham Forest, London
Pay Rate: From £14.80 per hour, 36h hours/ week 
Contract: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Shifts, including evenings and weekends on a rota basis

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and compassionate Kennel / Transport Officer to join a team responsible for the care, welfare and transportation of dogs.

The successful candidate will ensure that all dogs are properly cared for, kept in a clean and secure environment, and provided with appropriate food, water, bedding, exercise and veterinary attention when required.

This is a hands-on role involving the collection and transportation of stray dogs, kennel maintenance, record keeping and supporting animal welfare and enforcement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and transport stray dogs from members of the public, police and other locations using a designated vehicle.

• Transport dogs to kennels, veterinary practices, rehoming centres and other locations as required.

• Ensure all dogs receive appropriate food, fresh water, bedding, exercise and general care.

• Monitor the health and welfare of dogs and report any signs of illness, injury or unusual behaviour.

• Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment and surrounding areas, maintaining high standards of hygiene.

• Ensure kennels, vehicles and equipment remain clean, safe, secure and in good working condition.

• Follow health and safety procedures when handling dogs, cleaning chemicals and potentially infectious materials.

• Assist veterinary personnel when required.

• Maintain accurate records of dogs received, collected, reclaimed and rehomed.

• Respond to enquiries from members of the public professionally and sensitively.

• Complete relevant administrative duties and process payments in line with established procedures.

• Assist with animal-related emergencies and follow the appropriate procedures for suspected rabies or other notifiable diseases.

• Work with veterinary services, rehoming centres, animal welfare organisations and other relevant agencies.

• Carry out other duties relevant to the role as required.

Essential Requirements

• A valid full UK manual driving licence.

• Previous experience working in a kennel or animal care environment.

• Experience handling aggressive or dangerous dogs and understanding the associated risks.

• Knowledge of safe dog-handling techniques and appropriate protective equipment.

• Experience in animal-related enforcement work, including providing advice and issuing fines where required.

• Ability to undertake physically demanding work and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Good communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.

• A responsible, reliable and safety-conscious approach to work.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 1 qualification in Animal Care.

• Kennel and Cattery Management qualification.

• Any other relevant animal care, handling or welfare qualification.

Working Conditions

This is a physically active, hands-on role based at a kennelling facility in Waltham Forest. Duties include cleaning, handling and transporting dogs, maintaining the facility and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve evenings, weekends and working outside normal hours according to the rota.

What We Offer

• Pay rates starting from £14.80 per hour. 36h/ week 

• An ongoing work opportunity.

• The opportunity to contribute to animal welfare and the safe care of dogs.

How to Apply

If you have a valid manual UK driving licence, relevant dog-handling experience and a genuine commitment to animal welfare, we would like to hear from you.