Dog Walker in City of Westminster

London Pet Club is looking for an experienced, reliable and professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter to join our growing team.. . We are seeking someone looking for a long-term opportunity who can commit to working with us for a minimum of 6 months (or longer).. . This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has excellent dog handling skills, thrives working independently, and takes pride in providing exceptional care and customer service.. .

ABOUT THE ROLE.

You will be responsible for providing professional dog walking and pet sitting services for our clients across London.. . Dog walks involve collecting dogs on foot. Some dogs are exercised on lead, while others are walked off lead.. . Pet sitting assignments may include daytime visits, overnight stays and weekend bookings in clients' homes.. . As our services are based around our clients' schedules, applicants must be available Monday-Friday between 7am-2pm. Occasional evening, weekend and overnight pet sitting assignments may also be available.. . You must own or have access to a bike (personal or rental such as Forest, Lime), and be a confident cyclist, as you will be expected to cycle between each booking within the area.. . You must also have an iPhone, as it’s compatible with our pet-care app. .

AREAS WE COVER.

Your main working area:. . Paddington, Notting Hill, Chiswick, Holland Park. . You may also occasionally work in: Camden, Regent's Park, Islington, Hampstead, Tufnell Park, Finsbury Park, Walthamstow.. .

HOURS.

Up to 15 hours a week. .

PAY.

Dog walking:. . £13 per hour. . Paid monthly upon receipt of a valid invoice. .

Pet sitting:. . 1-3 hours: £13 per hour. . 4+ hours or overnight sitting: £40 per day/night. .

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS.

• -Be aged 21 or over. .
• -Have professional dog handling experience. .
• -Be confident walking dogs both on and off lead. .
• -Have experience working with dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
• -Be physically fit and capable of walking for up to 2 hours. .
• -Be self-employed (or willing to register as self-employed). .
• -Be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months. .
• -Be available Monday-Friday between 7am and 2pm. .
• -Be available for occasional evenings, weekends and overnight pet sitting. .
• -Be a non-smoker. .
• -Be an iPhone user with sufficient mobile data. .
• -Have excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. .
• -Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions. .

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS.

• -Proof of identity and right to work in the UK. .
• -DBS check. .
• -Public Liability insurance. .

TRIAL ASSESSMENT.

• -Independently walk up to 3 dogs together, both on and off lead. .
• -Safely handle dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
• -Walk for up to 3 hours at a time. .
• -Manage dog behaviour and interactions confidently. .
• -Clean and dry dogs after walks where required. .
• -Feed and care for pets. .
• -Use GPS tracking and mobile applications to provide live client updates. .
• -Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service and professionalism. .

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Please note that experience gained solely from caring for your own pets, or pets belonging to family or friends, will not be considered as professional experience.. . Applicants should be able to provide references from previous employers or established pet care businesses.. .

Experience: Not required
Employment: Part-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, between 7am-2pm
Salary: £13 hourly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About London Pet Club:

Dog walkers and pet sitters.