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Dayna McAlpine

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home hiring for 'dream job' of animal-loving kennel assistants

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home, situated on Seafield Road, are hiring kennel assistants to join their dedicated team of over 50 staff - and it sounds like an animal-lovers dream job.

Kennel Assistants will provide 'exemplary' daily care for the dogs and cats in the home's care and educate potential new owners on the needs of their future pet.

READ MORE - East Lothian dog owner's warning after young 'fit and healthy pet' dies suddenly

EDCH asks that applicants are "an excellent communicator with the ability to show empathy to both people and animals. A strong team player, you’ll have lots of energy teamed with a positive upbeat attitude."

You'll need to not only experienced in working with or handling animals, but also knowledgeable in basic behaviour and health issues as you'll be spending A LOT of time with the home's residents.

The successful candidate will work 40 hour weeks with a starting salary of £20,592.

The home have warned that they are expecting a high volume of job applications (who can blame them!), so much so that they are unable to acknowledge every application - however should you be selected for an interview they will contact you within 2 weeks after the closing date.

You can read the full job description and apply for this dream role here.

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