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Level 2 Apprentice Animal Assistant
(Bed & Biscuits)

Location:

Romford, Essex, RM3 7LD

Course level:

Level 2

Course Duration:

16 months

Application Deadline Date:

2.6.26

Weekly Hours:

Exact days and hours TBC

Salary:

Apprenticeship Wage

Positions:

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About this opportunity:

The role includes cleaning kennels and Cattery pens, feeding dogs and cats, exercising, socialisation and various other kennel associated tasks. You also will be assisting dogs and cats in the water treadmill and pool and washing and drying them after there treatments. The successful applicant will be sharing their time between the two parts of the business. Firstly, assisting mainly in n the day care and kennels and cattery business learning the industry skills needed and then also with the hydrotherapy team including helping treat canine clients, washing and drying dogs, general admin and customer service tasks as well. This apprenticeship will offer the successful candidate a wealth of opportunity in their training.

We are only looking for a conscientious individual to be part of our expanding team of kennel staff. Ensuring adequate cover every day is paramount. This is a business where our clients pets must be cared for whatever the weather, 365 days a year, so reliability is essential. You must have a professional manner and flexibility to support the other staff and the business

On a day-to-day basis, the responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Handling dogs and cats
  • Cleaning Kennels and exercise areas
  • Feeding our guests include accurate distribution of any medications
  • Dealing with customers, including taking bookings and checking guests in and out
  • Working as part of a team
  • Other duties as required
  • Washing and drying dogs
  • Assisting in canine hydrotherapy when required

Desired Skills and Qualities:

  • Hard working
  • Team player
  • Passion for animals
  • Willing to work
  • Good work ethic

Desired Qualifications:

  • GCSE or equivalent (Grade C/4 or higher) in Maths and English is desired but not essential.
  • Applicants cannot already hold a level 2 or higher in an animal care qualification to be eligible for this apprenticeship.

Future Prospects:

  • Potential for the right candidate to then progress onto trainee hydrotherapy course and achieve their hydrotherapy qualifications.
  • Potential for the right candidate to stay with the business and permanent employment.

Training

  • Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
  • The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Animal Care & Welfare Apprenticeship Standard.
  • The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
  • The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship

Things to consider

    • Animal roles often require applicants to be active all day, can be very mucky and working outside in all weathers.
    • KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
    • The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship.
    • If you would like to read more about the course content for animal care apprenticeship, please follow the below link:
    • https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/animal-care-and-welfare-assistant-v1-1

 

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