Pet Health Checker - 20 hours

Pet Health Checker

Towcester, Northamptonshire

£12.48ph, 20 hours pw – hours to be worked between 06:00 & 15:00

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract.

A driving licence and access to a vehicle will be essential.

Join Our Team as a Pet Health Checker!

Are you passionate about pet welfare and community care? At Pets, we are dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming environment for pet owners and their beloved animals. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to become a Pet Health Checker in Towcester, Northamptonshire, who understands the importance of small animals in their owners' lives. If you love to stop and greet every dog or make friends with cats on the street, we want you to join our Pet Delivery Team.

Role Overview

As a Pet Health Checker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and wellbeing of small pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, and rats. You will be part of a fast-paced and innovative team that prioritises animal welfare, and you will report to the Small Animal Welfare Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough health checks on small animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rats).
• Prepare pets for travel with care and precision.
• Maintain clean and hygienic working areas, including pet enclosures.
• Provide food, water to pets, and manage stock orders (e.g., PPE, grooming tools, pet food, bedding).
• Adhere to pet care policies and procedures to ensure high standards of welfare.
• Contribute to disease management and prevention of cross-contamination.
• Keep up to date with training and pet care best practices.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A strong belief in our number one value: "We put pets first."
• Previous experience in animal health or a farm background is desirable (but not essential; full training will be provided).
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly within the allocated hours (06:00 - 15:00).
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Team player who can also take initiative when required.
• Full, clean driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: £12.48
• Flexible 20-hour work week in animal care.
• Annual leave, including bank holidays (with increased leave after 2 years).
• Extra holiday on your birthday!
• Stakeholder pension plan and personal health insurance (when enrolled in the pension scheme).
• Life assurance and a 20% discount at Pets at Home after 12 weeks of service.
• Access to Pets’ Treats voluntary benefits package.

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Apply now to become a Pet Health Checker in Towcester and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners!

“Pets just see people. They aren’t biased and they don’t discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!”