Dogs Work, Jobs in Lancashire (with Salaries)

Dog Walk Support Worker (PT)
Barks & Recreation —Preston
- From £13.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Care experience
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Dog Walker and Pet Sitter
Tails of Bamford —Ramsbottom
- £300 - £600 a week
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Organisational skills
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3d
Dog Walk Support Worker (FT)
Barks & Recreation —Preston
- From £13.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Care experience
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Dog Welfare Specialist
Guide Dogs for the Blind Association —Manchester
- From £18,600 a year
- Call to connect
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13h
Dog daycare, Kennel and Cattery Assistant
Upholland Kennels —Skelmersdale
- From £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Medication administration
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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11d
Dog Rescue Team Leader
Dogs4Rescue —Manchester
- £15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
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Team Manager | Hyndburn and Ribble Valley | Full time
Lancashire County Council —Accrington
- £32,061 - £36,363 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
Volunteer Dog Walker
Doggy Adventures Ltd —Lancaster
- From £200 a month
- Customer service
- In-person
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14h
Guide Dog Trainer Supervisor
Guide Dogs for the Blind Association —Manchester
- £31,000 - £36,256 a year
- Call to connect
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Training & development
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Community Support Worker | Preston | Part time
Lancashire County Council —Preston
- £25,949 - £25,989 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Team Manager | Full time | West Lancashire | Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Lancashire County Council —Skelmersdale
- £32,061 - £36,363 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
10d
Dog Groomer
PawMobile —Bolton
- £16 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Flexitime
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13h
Community Support Worker | Part time | Domiciliary Service | Preston, Lancashire
Lancashire County Council —Preston
- £25,949 - £25,989 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Cleaner - Term Time Only + 4 Weeks (20 hours p/w)
Hopwood Hall —Rochdale
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
3d
Student Safety Assistant (Term Time Only + 4 Weeks)
Hopwood Hall —Manchester
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- University
- First Aid Certification
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
1d
Student Success Coach - Term Time Only + 4 Weeks
Hopwood Hall —Manchester
- Full-time
- University
- First Aid Certification
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
15h
Human Resources Business Partner
Hopwood Hall —Manchester
- £37,353 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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9d
Lecturer - Health and Social Care (full and part-time positions available)
Hopwood Hall —Manchester
- £35,027 - £45,939 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- University
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Management Accountant
Hopwood Hall —Manchester
- £37,353.52 - £39,699.94 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Analysis skills
- University
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
14d
Self Employed Dog Groomer
Pawfection dog grooming —Bolton
- £25 - £50 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- In-person
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9d

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Dog Walk Support Worker (PT)

Barks & Recreation
Preston

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £13.60 an hour

Benefits

Casual dress
Annual leave

Qualifications

Learning disability service experience
Driving Licence
Report writing
Care experience
Support for adults with learning disabilities
Animal care
Risk management
Dog walking
Patients with learning disabilities
Communication skills

Full job description

Barks & Recreation is a social enterprise that provides support to adults who have a learning disability to walk dogs.

We are looking to fill the role of Dog Walk Support Worker and invite interested candidates to submit their CV along with a personal statement showing how they meet the roles requirements.

The successful candidate will reflect the organisations values and show a genuine understanding of the lives, needs and potential of people who have a learning disability.

About The Vacancy

Our Dog Walk Support Workers provide one-to-one support for adults who have a learning disability, using dog walking as a catalyst to improve their wellbeing, confidence, independence and community engagement.

Due to flexibility within our team, the vacancy can be for a part time or full time role. We invite applicants to provide further information about their availability with their application.

Our sessions typically run from 9.30am to 1pm and 1.30pm to 4.30pm, or 9.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday.

It is essential that the successful candidate has a full UK drivers license and access to their own car during work hours.

Job Description

The successful candidate will:

Supporting Individuals

Provide transport to and from the home of the individual they are supporting, and to the dogs they are walking.
Understand adult safeguarding and accurately document and report any concerns, incidents or accidents.
Communicate effectively with individuals, colleagues and customers.
Support the individual to achieve agreed goals and aspirations.
Work collaboratively with parents, carers and other professionals.

Dog Walking Responsibilities

Maintain the positive relationship we have with our dog owners.
Confidently and safely walk dogs of all breeds and sizes.
Have a basic understanding of dog behaviour, body language and welfare needs.
Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate dog walking etiquette.
Be willing and able to safely transport a dog in their own vehicle on occasion.

Working Practices

Assess risk and follow all relevant risk assessments and safety procedures.
Work independently, using initiative and good judgement.
Carry out duties in a reliable, trustworthy and professional manner.
Share and demonstrate our values and commitment to improving the lives of the people we support.
Represent Barks & Recreation positively within the community.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

Essential

A full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle during working hours.
Experience of supporting people who have a learning disability, either in a professional or personal capacity.
Experience with dogs, either in a professional or personal capacity.
The ability to assess and minimise live and potential risk.
Availability on occasional evenings to meet new customers.
An understanding of appropriate dog walking etiquette.
A fun, friendly and outgoing personality, with a genuine love of dogs.
Excellent communication skills.
Reliability, integrity and trustworthiness.
A willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

What we offer

A fun, relaxed and rewarding job - filled with dogs!
Every weekend off
5.6 weeks annual leave including all bank holidays, Christmas and New Year
Free training opportunities

"I previously worked for Barks and Recreation and could not recommend the service enough! The work they do for the dogs and the people they support is fantastic, it’s a trusted and reliable service with a great ethos at its heart."

How To Apply

The applicant is asked to send their CV along with a short personal statement (no longer than one page of A4) stating why they are the perfect fit for this role, as well as demonstrating their:

Experience with supporting individuals who have a learning disability.
Understanding of the lives, needs and potential of adults who have a learning disability.
Experience and understanding of dog behaviour and dog walking etiquette with a focus on keeping a dog safe.

We expect to receive a large number of CV’s for this role. Please use your personal statement as an opportunity to stand out from the rest.

Deadline for applications is on Sunday 23rd August 2026 at 5pm.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From £13.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress

Experience:

dog profession or ownership: 1 year (required)
Learning Disability support: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

drivers licence and access to own car during work hours (required)

Work Location: In person

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