Dog Trainer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Alfie and Tuckers is a newly established pet store and service provider under our established parent company.
The position available is for a ‘Dog Trainer'
This is a part time position (with the potential to grow), between 0 - 20 hours per week spread throughout the week ( Monday – Sunday ). This may increase at certain times of the year as workloads increase. Typically trainers will are provided with direct scheduling softwares allowing their clients to book autonomously and allowing the trainer to pick their availability.
The position will require the trainer to undertake 1 to 1 training services, group classes, online resource creation/ moderation and remote services. The role is open to expansion as the business grows and our services evolve.
All Trainers are responsible for their own bookings with flexible working hours.
Trainers will be provided with private contact details for potential clients and access to a further training program.
For the ideal applicant a contract + overtime will be made available, otherwise this position will be a part time position. Starting wage is qualification dependent, any additional training undertaken will increase hourly rate.
Applicants must have experience and recognised qualifications to be considered for this role, all applicants must submit their qualification title ( Reference Numbers if relevant ) to be considered.
A minimum of an accredited Level 3 Dog Training/ Behaviour certificate with 1 year professional experience is required.
Applicants must have qualifications provided by or linked to:
. University Degree in Animal Behaviour ( or equivalent )
. IMDT Certification
. Level 3 Dog Training and Advanced Behaviour ( or equivalent )
. Online provides such as VSA, BCCS, CIDBT, or equivalents will be considered alongside professional experience
. Other recognised Dog Training certifications accepted on a case by case basis
Applicants must have their own vehicle and a full clean UK driving licence for face to face training sessions. Any physical equipment required will be provided upon request.
Pay is weekly on a Friday.
Potential applicants must have character or professional references which will be checked.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 0-16 per week
Salary: £13.50-£18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free or subsidised travel
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Application question(s):
- Please list any Training qualifications you currently hold.
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Trainer
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 Dog Trainer roles across Alfie & Tuckers'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 £14 - £18 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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