Kennel Care Assistant Apprenticeship

Introduction

This is a practical apprenticeship with most training being hands on experience with our team.

We are offering an opportunity to gain experience with a wide variety of dogs, all shapes, sizes and breeds.

Invaluable to anyone wanting to go on to work with dogs whether in a kennels environment or any dog handling role.

About the Employer

Large, busy Dog Boarding Kennels in Berkshire with a dedicated team of canine carers for our valued clients.

What You'll Do

• All aspects of maintaining kennels hygiene to a high standard and complying with licensing guidelines. Cleaning kennels and runs, beds and bedding as well as exercise areas
• Feeding, exercising, monitoring health and well-being of all dogs boarding
• Customer interaction on dogs’ arrival and departure handovers

Training Outcome

Possibility of permanent role after the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Dog Handling
• Physical Fitness
• Common sense
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C or Equivalent
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C or Equivalent

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: 8.20am - 5.30pm including 2 short breaks and 1 hour lunch. Average 38 hours per week over 7 days. Working days to be confirmed, rota will include weekends and Bank Holidays. Christmas and New Year working is normally shared between all staff.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: THE COLLEGE OF ANIMAL WELFARE LIMITED