Stiftung Schweizerische Schule für Blindenführhunde

Allschwil

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Guide Dog Instructor 100% (m/f/d)

  • 07 May 2026
  • 100%
  • Permanent position
  • Allschwil

Job summary

The Stiftung Schweizerische Schule für Blindenführhunde offers a vital role in Allschwil, established in 1972. Join a caring team focused on training assistance and social dogs.

Tasks

  • Train and support guide dogs for visually impaired individuals.
  • Introduce trained dogs to their future clients effectively.
  • Manage internal databases and participate in public outreach.

Skills

  • Requires 4 years of experience and relevant dog training certification.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
  • Proficiency in German; French is a plus.

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About the job

The Swiss Foundation for the School for Guide Dogs in Allschwil BL has existed since 1972 and is financed through donations, legacies, and the Federal Disability Insurance. It is responsible for the breeding, rearing, and training of guide dogs, assistance and social dogs, and autism companion dogs. The infrastructure is modern and the training concept is of a high standard. We are looking immediately or by arrangement for a Guide Dog Instructor 100% (m/f/d). If you are interested in working with people and animals, are open-minded, flexible, and prudent, and have a proactive personality, you should seize the opportunity and apply with us. Your tasks: • Training guide dogs • Introducing the dogs to the respective clients • Follow-up care of the teams • Supervising candidates in information courses • Supervising and instructing clients in further training courses • Managing our internal database • Participating in public relations work, especially tours or demonstrations • Dog care according to duty roster Your profile: • Training as a federally certified guide dog instructor or GDMI certification is an advantage • At least 4 years of experience in the guide dog field • Sound knowledge of modern dog training methods as well as an open attitude towards new findings in dog training • Very good German skills in spoken and written form, French is an advantage • Structured, reliable, and independent personality with very good communication and organisational skills • Driving licence category B We offer you an interesting field of work in a beautiful, natural environment, a responsible and exciting role in a committed team as well as regular training opportunities. Appropriate remuneration and good social benefits are of course included. Important note: A private dog cannot be brought to work. However, it is greatly appreciated if our dogs can occasionally be taken home overnight or at weekends if needed. The school is not directly accessible by public transport. More information about our institution can be found at: www.blindenhundeschule.ch Please send your complete application documents and any enquiries by email to: Bewerbung@blindenhundeschule.ch

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