Are you passionate about animal welfare? As a Dog Welfare Specialist, you’ll have the unique opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of guide dogs and their owners.

You’ll ensure the highest standards of dog welfare by working directly with guide dog owners, volunteers, and veterinary teams. You'll provide hands-on support, promote ethical care practices, and ensure every dog receives the care they deserve.

You’ll be responsible for conducting welfare assessments, maintaining health records, and collaborating with local vets to ensure timely treatment for our dogs. Plus, you’ll contribute to shaping health policies, enhancing dog welfare practices, and building professional networks to improve regional veterinary care.

If you’re ready to make a lasting difference and advance your career in animal welfare, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Vocational qualification in canine health and welfare (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), and two ‘A’ levels (one in biological or social science) or relevant experience.
• Able to meet the travel requirements of the role which involves transporting dogs. In the absence of a full valid UK Driving License, you will be expected to demonstrate how you will fulfil this aspect of the role via alternative means.
• Proven experience working with dogs in a professional setting and collaborating with veterinary professionals.
• Experience in supervising, teaching, or mentoring others, with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of canine health conditions and their management.

More details can be found in the attached job description and candidate pack.

What’s in it for you?
No two people with sight loss are the same, and none of our people are either. So, we are proud to offer a range of person-centred provisions that can support each member of staff in ways that really mean something to them – and show them how much they mean to us. View our excellent range of benefits and how we can support via the following link

How to apply
Further details on the full role, our recruitment process, and some top tips to help your application are attached below. When you are ready to apply, submit an online application form via this page.

Don’t leave applying to the last minute as we may close this advert earlier than advertised.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and all candidates, and employees, receive equal and fair treatment regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer, and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. Find out more about diversity at Guide Dogs via the following link

Questions & accessibility support
If you have any questions about this role or require any accessibility support to apply our friendly recruitment team is ready and waiting to help. Call them on 0118 3540345 or drop an email to TAteam@guidedogs.org.uk.

Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We expect all of our employees and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment.