Kennel Assistant - Police Staff, Arnold

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £25,713 to £27,204 per annum (pro-rata if part time)

Contractual hours 23.33

Basis Part time

Full/Part Time Perm/FT Part Time / Permanent

Package Average 23.33 hours per week (see 6-week rolling shift pattern) Flexible Working: Part-time and flexible working options will be considered

Are you passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding role supporting frontline policing? Nottinghamshire Police is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Kennel Personto join our professional team responsible for the care and welfare of our working police dogs.

This is a physically demanding role that requires resilience, initiative, and the ability to work independently. You’ll play a vital part in maintaining the health, hygiene, and wellbeing of our canine colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily care and husbandry of police dogs, including feeding, cleaning, and exercising
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in kennel areas
• Monitoring dog health and reporting concerns to handlers or veterinary staff
• Supporting operational readiness of the Dog Section

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine interest in animal welfare
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor, manual work
• Flexible and reliable, with a strong team ethic

Benefits

• Pension scheme – We pay around double the member contribution
• Support networks and wellbeing
• Annual leave entitlement – Starting at 24 days and increasing with length of service
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Flexible and agile working where suitable

Vetting and Eligibility

Vetting Level – Recruitment – you must have resided in the UK for at least the last 3 years, with less than 12 months spent abroad (some exceptions for those living on a UK military base).

Equality, Fairness and Diversity

Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.

Vetting Policy

All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.

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