Dog Wellbeing Technician
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,400 to £28,400 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | + Excellent Benefits (see below) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Woodford, East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | AWDO-C14435 |
Summary
Dog Wellbeing Technician
Hands-on animal care role supporting dog wellbeing, specialist healthcare and behaviour monitoring within a kennel environment. Ideal for someone with animal care experience, dog handling skills and a passion for welfare and safeguarding.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Animal Care Assistant, Kennel Assistant, Veterinary Care Assistant, Pet Care Assistant, Dog Care Technician, Animal Care Technician, Kennel Technician
SALARY: £26,400 - £28,400 per annum pro rata (including weighting allowance) + Excellent Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Woodford, Redbridge, Essex (IG8)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week on a rota basis covering Monday to Sunday. Shifts between 7am and 9pm and every third weekend
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Dog Wellbeing Technician to support the health, welfare and behavioural development of dogs preparing to change lives.
As a Dog Wellbeing Technician you will deliver daily husbandry, monitor wellbeing and provide specialist canine healthcare support within a kennel environment, ensuring high standards of animal welfare and safeguarding.
Working closely with volunteers and colleagues, the Dog Wellbeing Technician will coach, mentor and communicate effectively, helping others build confidence in routine dog care and positive handling techniques.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Dog Wellbeing Technician include:
• Dog Care Management: Oversee the day-to-day care of a group of dogs, ensuring routine husbandry and wellbeing needs are met
• Health Monitoring: Identify health concerns, make informed decisions and escalate issues promptly in line with procedures
• Behaviour Support: Maintain and develop dog behaviour using positive reinforcement handling techniques
• Volunteer Supervision: Lead and support dog wellbeing and fostering volunteers to perform their roles effectively
• Training Delivery: Provide coaching and technical guidance on routine canine healthcare and welfare practices
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, interpret health data and identify local trends or concerns
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate clearly with internal teams, volunteers and dog owners, clarifying technical information where required
• Dog Transportation: Transport dogs safely for health-related appointments across the region
• Team Support: Assist with additional duties to ensure the effective running of the site
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Qualification in animal care, or equivalent relevant work-based experience
• Previous experience working in a kennel or animal care environment
• Proven understanding of animal wellbeing, dog care principles and common health conditions
• Ability to handle and walk a range of dog breeds, ages, sizes and temperaments
• Experience supporting volunteers or within a customer-focused organisation
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills and ability to use databases
• Effective communication, organisation and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions, problem solve and remain emotionally resilient
• Able to meet travel requirements, including transporting dogs
• Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
• Experience coaching or mentoring colleagues or volunteers
• Knowledge of animal first aid
• Understanding of positive reinforcement training techniques
BENEFITS
• Generous annual leave: 26 days rising to 28 days after three years (pro rata), plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support
• Wellbeing Buddies offering confidential peer support
• Menopause Champions providing dedicated guidance and resources
• Cycle-to-work scheme with a wide range of bike options
• Eye care vouchers for free tests and VDU glasses contributions
• Hearing tests for colleagues working in kennel environments
• Discounts and cashback across retail, supermarkets, travel and more
• Pension scheme with employer matching plus 2%, up to 9% employer contribution
• Life assurance at four times salary, with options to increase cover
• Flexible benefits allowance (3% of salary) for gym memberships, health plans, dental insurance, travel insurance, critical illness cover, additional life assurance and the option to buy or sell annual leave
The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.
Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14435
Full-Time, Contract Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Exeter, Devon. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
Hands-on animal care role supporting dog wellbeing, specialist healthcare and behaviour monitoring within a kennel environment. Ideal for someone with animal care experience, dog handling skills and a passion for welfare and safeguarding.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Animal Care Assistant, Kennel Assistant, Veterinary Care Assistant, Pet Care Assistant, Dog Care Technician, Animal Care Technician, Kennel Technician
SALARY: £26,400 - £28,400 per annum pro rata (including weighting allowance) + Excellent Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Woodford, Redbridge, Essex (IG8)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week on a rota basis covering Monday to Sunday. Shifts between 7am and 9pm and every third weekend
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Dog Wellbeing Technician to support the health, welfare and behavioural development of dogs preparing to change lives.
As a Dog Wellbeing Technician you will deliver daily husbandry, monitor wellbeing and provide specialist canine healthcare support within a kennel environment, ensuring high standards of animal welfare and safeguarding.
Working closely with volunteers and colleagues, the Dog Wellbeing Technician will coach, mentor and communicate effectively, helping others build confidence in routine dog care and positive handling techniques.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Dog Wellbeing Technician include:
• Dog Care Management: Oversee the day-to-day care of a group of dogs, ensuring routine husbandry and wellbeing needs are met
• Health Monitoring: Identify health concerns, make informed decisions and escalate issues promptly in line with procedures
• Behaviour Support: Maintain and develop dog behaviour using positive reinforcement handling techniques
• Volunteer Supervision: Lead and support dog wellbeing and fostering volunteers to perform their roles effectively
• Training Delivery: Provide coaching and technical guidance on routine canine healthcare and welfare practices
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, interpret health data and identify local trends or concerns
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate clearly with internal teams, volunteers and dog owners, clarifying technical information where required
• Dog Transportation: Transport dogs safely for health-related appointments across the region
• Team Support: Assist with additional duties to ensure the effective running of the site
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Qualification in animal care, or equivalent relevant work-based experience
• Previous experience working in a kennel or animal care environment
• Proven understanding of animal wellbeing, dog care principles and common health conditions
• Ability to handle and walk a range of dog breeds, ages, sizes and temperaments
• Experience supporting volunteers or within a customer-focused organisation
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills and ability to use databases
• Effective communication, organisation and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions, problem solve and remain emotionally resilient
• Able to meet travel requirements, including transporting dogs
• Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
• Experience coaching or mentoring colleagues or volunteers
• Knowledge of animal first aid
• Understanding of positive reinforcement training techniques
BENEFITS
• Generous annual leave: 26 days rising to 28 days after three years (pro rata), plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support
• Wellbeing Buddies offering confidential peer support
• Menopause Champions providing dedicated guidance and resources
• Cycle-to-work scheme with a wide range of bike options
• Eye care vouchers for free tests and VDU glasses contributions
• Hearing tests for colleagues working in kennel environments
• Discounts and cashback across retail, supermarkets, travel and more
• Pension scheme with employer matching plus 2%, up to 9% employer contribution
• Life assurance at four times salary, with options to increase cover
• Flexible benefits allowance (3% of salary) for gym memberships, health plans, dental insurance, travel insurance, critical illness cover, additional life assurance and the option to buy or sell annual leave
The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.
Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14435
Full-Time, Contract Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Exeter, Devon. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk