Organisation: Dog A.I.D.

Location: Nationwide (England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland)

Hours: 4 hours per month (minimum)

Remuneration: Unpaid with expenses reimbursed and free CPD opportunities throughout the year

Description:
Dog A.I.D. (Assistance in Disability) is a national charity that recruits volunteer professional dog trainers to help disabled people, in their home and locally, to train their own pet dogs to become qualified Assistance Dogs. These dogs, simply with their presence, give reassurance, confidence and independence to their owners. Many clients have stated that this is “life changing” and indeed some of our Dog A.I.D. Assistance Dogs have actually saved lives.

What are we looking for?
– Professional dog trainers who use positive reinforcement and force free training methods only.
– Commitment to at least 4 hours per month of training with a Dog A.I.D. client.
– Empathy and understanding.
– Adaptability and flexibility.
– Effective communication.

Why volunteer with Dog A.I.D.?
This role suits dog trainers who are passionate about:
– Helping people and their dogs over the long-term, by building a strong relationship based on trust and positive communication.
– Coaching dog owners and their dogs in assistive task work.
– Teaching dogs to carry out tasks to the highest of standards in public.

What will you get out of it?
– Incredible sense of achievement from supporting Dog A.I.D. to provide our life changing services.
– Access to Dog A.I.D. webinars, training events, and in-person workshops as well as access to Safeguarding and EDI training.
– Support from the Dog A.I.D. office, Trainer Advisor, and fellow trainers, as well as drop-in sessions designated to bring trainers together to share best practice.
– Being part of a network of like-minded trainers.
– The enjoyment, satisfaction, and kudos that comes with training dogs to the highest of standards and knowing that this will change their owners’ lives for the better.

Find out more and apply: Find out more and apply by completing our Expression of Interest form, found on the website link below

Website Link: https://dogaid.org.uk/become-a-trainer