
ABOUT THE ROLE
London Pet Club is looking for an experienced, reliable and flexible Dog Walker & Pet Sitter to join our growing team and provide additional support across our operating areas.
This position is suited to someone who enjoys professional pet care, working independently, and travelling between different locations.
You will act as an additional member of our team, providing cover and assistance wherever required, rather than being assigned a fixed daily walking schedule.
Assignments may include regular or occasional dog walks, covering other team members, daytime and overnight pet sitting, evening and weekend bookings, and assisting with local promotional activities such as door-door leafleting.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can accommodate bookings at different times, adapt to changing schedules, and provide reliable support when additional help is needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
DOG WALKING & PET CARE
-Provide professional dog walking services for clients across London
-Cover additional walks, staff absences and holidays
-Assist with occasional short-notice bookings where available
-Safely manage individual and group dog walks
-Confidently handle dogs of different breeds, sizes, temperaments and behavioural needs
-Exercise dogs both on and off lead
-Follow individual client instructions, walking routines and safety procedures
-Clean and dry dogs after walks where required
-Provide regular client updates using company applications and GPS tracking
PET SITTING & HOME VISITS
-Provide daytime, evening, weekend and overnight pet sitting in clients' homes
-Follow feeding, exercise and medication instructions where required
-Monitor pets' wellbeing and report any concerns promptly
-Maintain clients' homes in a clean, tidy and secure condition
-Assist with occasional home visits and other pet care services
LOCAL MARKETING & PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT
-Assist with door-to-door distribution of London Pet Club promotional leaflets
-Follow designated routes and complete agreed leaflet distribution assignments
-Represent London Pet Club professionally and respectfully when carrying out promotional activities
WORKING HOURS & AVAILABILITY
-Availability during weekdays, particularly Monday–Friday between 7am and 4pm
-Flexibility to accept occasional evening, overnight, and weekend assignments
-Willingness to assist with additional or short-notice bookings when available
-Hours will vary from week to week and are not guaranteed
OUR MAIN OPERATING AREAS
Paddington, Notting Hill, Chiswick, Holland Park, Camden, Regent's Park, Islington, Hampstead, Tufnell Park, Finsbury Park, and Walthamstow.
Applicants must be comfortable travelling between client bookings and working across different locations.
CYCLING REQUIREMENT
Applicants must:
-Own or have reliable access to a bike, or rental bikes such as Forest
-Be confident cycling on London roads
-Be comfortable cycling between client bookings
-Be able to travel independently and punctually between appointments
PAY
Dog Walking & Additional Support
£13 per hour/completed 1 hour walk
Pet Sitting
1-3 hours: £13 per hour
4+ hours or overnight sitting: £40 per booking
Leaflet Distribution
£50 per 1000 leaflets delivered
Payments are made monthly within 30 days upon receipt of a valid invoice, on a self-employed contractor basis.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must:
-Be aged 21 or over
-Have previous professional dog walking experience with an established company or professional dog training experience
-Be confident walking dogs both on and off lead
-Have experience handling different breeds, sizes and temperaments
-Be physically fit and capable of walking for up to 3 hours
-Own or have reliable access to a bike and be a confident cyclist
-Have an iPhone with sufficient mobile data to use company applications
-Be self-employed or willing to register as self-employed
-Be available for flexible weekday assignments
-Be willing to accept occasional evening, weekend and overnight pet sitting bookings
-Be comfortable providing relief cover across different operating areas
-Be willing to assist with door-to-door leaflet distribution
-Be a non-smoker
-Have excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills
-Be reliable, punctual, organised and able to work independently
-Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
The following must be obtained during the trial period (at the applicant's expense):
-Proof of identity and right to work in the UK
-An appropriate DBS check
-Evidence of Public Liability insurance
-Professional references from previous employers or established pet care businesses
TRIAL ASSESSMENT
Successful candidates will complete an initial 1-month assessment period.
During this period, you will be assessed on your ability to:
-Independently manage walks with up to 3 dogs
-Safely handle dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments
-Demonstrate judgement when walking dogs on and off lead
-Manage dog behaviour and interactions confidently
-Follow client instructions and individual pet care routines
-Use GPS tracking and company applications
-Adapt to different assignments and provide reliable cover
-Deliver consistently high standards of animal care, safety, and customer service
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Experience gained solely from caring for your own pets or pets belonging to friends and family will not be accepted as professional experience.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate previous professional dog handling experience and provide relevant references.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application along with a brief introduction outlining your professional dog handling experience, availability, and why you are interested in the role.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
Applicants must have previously worked as a professional dog walker for an established dog walking company, or as a professional dog trainer.
This position is not suitable for applicants with no professional dog handling experience, or whose experience is limited to caring for their own pets, or those belonging to family members or friends.
Professional dog walking requires confidence, practical handling skills, and the ability to safely manage unfamiliar dogs in different environments.
As you will be independently responsible for clients' dogs, previous professional experience is mandatory.
You must also own or have reliable access to a bike, Lime, or Forest, and be a confident cyclist on London roads.
- Experience
- Not required
- Employment
- Part-time
- Salary
- £13 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!

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