Kennel Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking to hire 3 members of staff. 1 maternity cover, 1 permanent and 1 temporary (with a possibility of becoming permanent) with immediate start. All applicants must outline any pre-booked holidays on their application. Successful applicants must be flexible and able to work weekends with a strong work ethic. We are hopeful all applicants will be able to progress to further roles within the business.
- Follow standard operating procedures and health and safety guidelines to maintain the cleanliness of kennels and cattery to the highest standards. This includes cleaning and disinfecting animal accommodation, drains, exercise areas, food prep areas and laundry areas
- Ensure positive welfare for each animal through play, enrichment, exercise and socialisation.
- Completing kennel maintenance jobs
- Assisting in the grooming room
- Taking part in off-site country walks.
Applications closing 26th March
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Willing to work in all weather's in a very fast paced environment
Experience:
- Animal care: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Kennel Assistant roles across Penylan Country Lodge'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 General.
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 Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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