Introduction

Westmead Kennels and Cattery are looking for a motivated apprentice to join their team and gain hands-on experience in a busy animal care environment. This is a great opportunity to start a career in animal care, with the potential to progress onto a Level 3 apprenticeship upon successful completion.

About the Employer

Westmead Kennels and Cattery is a well-established family-run business dedicated to providing high-quality care for dogs and cats in a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. With facilities that can accommodate up to 65 dogs and 21 cats, the team is passionate about ensuring every animal receives the highest standards of welfare, attention, and care during their stay.

What You'll Do

Walking and exercising dogs
Feeding and caring for dogs and cats
Cleaning kennels, catteries, and animal accommodation
Maintaining high standards of hygiene and animal welfare
Bathing and grooming assistance
General and site maintenance, including weeding and tidying outdoor areas
Cleaning up after animals
Monitoring the wellbeing of animals and reporting concerns to senior staff
Providing excellent care and attention to all animals on site

Training Outcome

Progression to the Level 3 Animal Care or other apprenticeship, and or possibility of full time employment

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience
Physical fitness

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: The successful candidate will be working 36 hours per week, spread over up to four days, between the hours of 08:00 to 17:00/18:00. Days and shifts TBC

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

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