Animal Care Apprentice - Country Boarding Kennels
COUNTRY BOARDING KENNELS AND CATTERY LIMITED, Congleton, Cheshire East
Animal Care Apprentice - Country Boarding Kennels
£8,320 a year
COUNTRY BOARDING KENNELS AND CATTERY LIMITED, Congleton, Cheshire East
- Part time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 4 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: 24-09-2026 (In 8 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Congleton, Cheshire East
Full Job Description
Introduction
They are looking for an enthusiastic, animal-loving apprentice to join their team and complete a Level 2 or 3 Animal Care apprenticeship. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, reliable, and punctual, with a passion for animals and the ability to work well in a busy, hands-on team environment.
About the Employer
Country Kennels is a family-run boarding facility based in Swettenham, Congleton, Cheshire, offering high-quality care for dogs, cats, and small animals. They provide both short- and long-term boarding, as well as doggy day care, all in a secure and comfortable environment. Dogs are exercised regularly in secure outdoor areas and receive personalised care, including one-to-one walks and feeding routines. The business is fully licensed and insured, catering only to vaccinated pets. In addition to boarding services, Country Kennels has recently expanded to include a grooming salon called Country Paws, offering professional grooming services on-site. Their focus on animal welfare, safety, and personalised care makes them a trusted choice for pet owners in the area.What You'll Do
- Dog walking
- Exercising animals according to their needs
- Cleaning and maintaining the kennels to a high standard of hygiene
- Assisting in the day care area with feeding
- Monitoring behaviour
- Washing animals
- Feeding
- Giving medication
- Keeping facilities clean and tidy
Training Outcome
For the right candidate, there may be the opportunity for full-time employment after the apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
- Caring
- Compassionate
- Hard Working
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4 and Above
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4 and Above
Course Information
Course: Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: 8:00am – 12:00pm, 5 days a week (between Monday and Saturday).
Expected Duration: 1 Year
Training Provider: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED