Volunteer Dog Trainer

REF: https://www.hearingdogs.org.uk/volunteering/puppy-training/

Our hearing dogs are specially trained to alert deaf people to important sounds, like a smoke alarm or a baby's cry. They’re also companions. Their love and emotional support helps many deaf people feel less isolated and alone.

A hearing dog can be a life-changing addition, but we can’t do it without our amazing volunteers. Could you help us train our young dogs and help deaf people leave loneliness behind?

Volunteer Dog Training involves looking after and caring for one of our puppies or young dogs on a full-time basis, in your own home. The puppy will be with you for between 6 to 18 months before they move on to the next phase of their training, or to their new match.

You don’t need any previous experience to apply, you’ll have the full support of a local Hearing Dogs Training Instructor, and access to Hearing Dogs 40+ years of experience training dogs.
You’ll take part in group training classes and you’ll keep up the training at home with the help and support from a dedicated team of dog trainers, canine healthcare specialists and an online portal packed with guidance and information.

All food, bedding, toys and equipment will be provided. Medical expenses, treatments, grooming and insurance are also covered by Hearing Dogs. All you need to provide is a safe home, a secure garden and lots of time and love.

Role

Volunteer Dog Trainer role requirements:

* a secure garden
* access to a car
* provide plenty of time and a safe home (cannot work full time, part time work from home may be considered)
* be patient with dogs whilst they’re still learning
* work closely with staff and attend regular training sessions
* be prepared for undesirable behaviours, like accidental toileting and chewing
* say goodbye to the dog at the end of their time with you
* you do not need previous dog training experience

When:

Where:

Various SK locations

Other:

https://www.hearingdogs.org.uk/volunteering/puppy-training/

Closing date for applications:

30 June 2026

Who to contact:

Michelle Taylor

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People

Organisation description:

We train dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds they would otherwise miss – such as the smoke alarm, alarm clock and even a baby's cry. Being aware of these – thanks to a hearing dog – makes a real difference to deaf people’s lives, and can even save them. But our clever canines do so much more than alert their partner to sounds. Deafness can be a very isolating disability. A hearing dog provides lots of love, companionship and emotional support. This is really important as many of the deaf people who come to us for help have felt very lonely and isolated. Our amazing dogs help deaf children and adults to leave this loneliness behind and reconnect with life.

Organisation type:

Registered Charity

Company location:

Hearing Dogs The Grange Wycombe Road Saunderton , HP27 9NS

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