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Level 3 Animal Care Apprentice
(Billericay Doggie Daycare)

Location:

Billericay CM11 1HP

Course level:

Level 3

Course Duration:

18 months approx.

Application Deadline Date:

16.6.26

Weekly Hours:

30-40 hours – Shift pattern

Salary:

Apprenticeship Wage

Positions:

1

Accommodation:

None provided

About this opportunity:

Billericay Doggie Daycare is an established industry leading Dog Daycare & Enrichment Centre. Canine enrichment is all about providing activities and environments that look after your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. As the saying goes, ‘variety is the spice of life’, and the same applies to your dog. Set on two acres of farmland as an outdoor daycare we provide care for our dogs come rain or shine. Doggy lovers, we’re on the hunt for a new team member to join our paw-some pack. We’re officially licensed by Chelmsford Council, making us the top dog daycare destination in Billericay and beyond! So, if you’re a dynamic doggy enthusiast, come bark up our tree! Applicants MUST already hold a level 2 animal care or have extensive industry experience to be eligible for this level 3 position
Now, here’s the scoop on the job. You’ll be supporting the day-to-day operations, duties will include but not limited to;
  • Assessing animal behaviour
  • Supervising and managing staff
  • Supervise the day to day running of the business
  • Building and maintaining customer relationships and resolving complaints, explaining how the communication style they use affects outcomes.
  • Providing animal enrichment
  • Keeping things tidy & clean,
  • Supporting other staff in getting activities ready
  • Dog training and behaviour
  • Follow health and safety requirements and respect the equality, diversity, and inclusion of others

And here’s the kicker, to be part of our dog-loving team, you’ve got to be more than just a dog enthusiast. We’re all about providing an enriching experience for our furry friends, and that means bringing new ideas and creativity to the table.  So, if you’re ready to join our pack and take your own training and experience to the next level, let’s chat.

Why work for us?

● Established 5 Star Standard Animal Establishment
● Inhouse training which counts towards CPD Points
● Possible future employment

Desired Skills & Qualities

  • Extensive animal care/canine experience essential
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Good time keeping
  • Passionate about working with dogs
  • An innovative and out-of-the-box mindset, eager to help move the business forward.

Desired Qualification

  • Maths and English GCSE’s, or equivalents, as a minimum.
  • Applicants MUST already hold a level 2 animal care or have extensive industry experience to be eligible for this level 3 position

Future Progression

  • Most of our learners stay if they have reached the desired development. If they do not, they usually go on to do grooming or vet nursing.

Training 

  • The apprentice will be working towards a Level 3 Animal Care Apprenticeship and build a portfolio of evidence. You will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship.
  • All training will take place at the work location and the applicant will complete an animal care apprenticeship in full.

Things to consider

  • Due to location, applicants cannot use public transport to get to work, they must have their own means of getting to work.
  • The induction may take place at our other site; Paws Indoors.
  • This is a fast paced job role so be prepared to be on your feet.
  • KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
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