Full-time | Travel required (Company car can be provided)
Application deadline: 7 August 2025
Salary: £28,000 per annum

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About the Role

As a Puppy Development Manager, you will:

Support and mentor puppy raisers – offering training, advice, and practical support to help them navigate challenges.
Oversee puppy socialisation and training – ensuring every dog is exposed to positive experiences and taught essential skills.
Monitor health and welfare – coordinating veterinary care and ensuring each puppy’s needs are fully met.
Develop and manage our puppy programme – including curriculum development and alignment with organisational goals.
Collaborate with stakeholders – including families, veterinary professionals, and our training team.
Maintain detailed records and reporting – tracking each puppy’s development and reporting on progress.
Support recruitment and retention of volunteers and boarders where needed.
Troubleshoot challenges – providing solutions and support to raisers during critical stages.

About Us

Autism Dogs Charity is a UK-based organisation dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and their families through the provision of fully trained assistance dogs. As the only autism assistance dog programme run by autistic people for autistic people, we take a unique and compassionate approach that integrates canine expertise with therapeutic support for families. Our dogs are trained to deliver practical assistance and emotional support, helping their handlers to navigate daily challenges, build confidence, and thrive. From puppyhood to qualification and beyond, we are committed to ensuring the welfare of our dogs and the success of every partnership.

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What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a candidate with:

• Demonstrable experience in canine development, training, and welfare.
• A strong understanding of positive reinforcement techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support families and volunteers.
• A proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• Flexibility to travel across the UK (a company car can be provided).
• Key administration and project management skills
• A valid full UK driving licence (essential)
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary 
• Company-provided mobile phone
• Expenses covered for the use of your own car where applicable
• Work in a highly supportive, passionate team, making a real difference

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a key role in transforming young dogs into assistance partners, directly impacting the lives of autistic individuals and their families. You’ll join a dedicated team driven by compassion, professionalism, and a shared commitment to canine welfare and family support.

Apply by 7 August 2025 to be part of this rewarding journey.

How to apply

Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to the following email: vacancies@autismdogs.co.uk

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