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Animal care
Kennel workers care for dogs and cats in kennels or catteries.
You could take a college course, for example a Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Animal Care or a Level 2 Diploma in Animal Management.
You'll usually need 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a Level 1 course. You'll also need 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a Level 2 course.
There are no set entry requirements but it may help you to get in if you have some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or the equivalent.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a useful way to get experience and shows employers that you are enthusiastic and interested in working with animals.
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With experience, you could become a supervisor or manager, or set up your own kennels or cattery. You could move into other kinds of work with animals, like dog trainer, RSPCA inspector or veterinary nurse.
Fish farmers work in small teams to breed and rear fish and shellfish, and harvest them for market.
Animal care workers look after animals in kennels, rescue centres and sanctuaries.
Farmers and farm managers grow crops and raise livestock for food production.
Agricultural contractors provide specialised, seasonal or temporary services to farmers.
Countryside rangers look after green spaces, woodlands and animal habitats that allow entry to the public.
Agricultural inspectors make sure animal welfare and environmental standards are followed in farms and dairies.
A wonderful chance to join a successful team at Claire Dyson Racing & Rehabilitation Centre based in the Worcestershire countryside. Level 2 or 3, Ridden and non-riding positions available. Read full description below:
As an Aquatics Technician Apprentice, you’ll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day care of aquatic animals and assist PureAquatics’ experienced team with installations and maintenance services. You’ll gain valuable experience in animal husbandry, learn how to work with aquatic and reptile species, and develop technical skills involved in setting up and maintaining aquariums.
Jane Gilby is an international Dressage rider who has previously competed for Australia and New Zealand , she now runs a small private professional yard of 11 horses, which boasts excellent facilities including indoor and outdoor arenas. They are now looking for a an apprentice groom to join their small team.Hours are 40 per week over 5 days to include weekend work, 7am - 4pm, with an hours lunch and a tea break.
IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLEThis is a fantastic opportunity to join Aston Mullins Stud, which is owned by Simon and Mags Hope whose life-long passion for racing and bloodstock led to them acquiring the present 300-350 acre farm in the heart of the Vale of Aylesbury in 2000.
Matt Lanni is one of the most highly qualified coaches in British Showjumping, and the owner of Halefield Stud. Based in Peterborough, PE8 5EG the successful candidate will be working on an exceptional yard with an array of excellent faciities. In return, the successful apprentice will be experienced with horses, a confident rider and ready to undertake a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom role. Level 2 will also be considered.Accommodation can be offered, and livery for your own horse may be an option.
Isaac Hall and his team at Wayside Lodge are looking for a new equine apprentice to join them, Isaac runs a 20 indoor box yard with mainly show jumpers , a few liveries and he also breeds around 5 foals a year there. He is looking for an enthusiastic young person with good basic equine experience who is keen to develop their equine knowledge .Hours 35-40 per week dependent on age, over 5 days, 8-5pm to include 1 weekend day per week.
Stephanie Holker is the chief instructor at Red Earth Equestrian Centre. She gained all her teaching and horse care qualifications at the Yorkshire riding centre in Harrogate under Christopher bartle and Jane bartle-Wilson. Stephanie has been successfully teaching since the riding school opened in 2006. Stephanie and her father Clive began the business with a small client base but this soon grew and she now has over 100 clients on the school horses and also with people bringing their own horses up to the centre.The working hours for this role will be between 30-40 hours per week with one weekend day.
Dani Evans is a international 5* eventer, based in North East Somerset. Now looking for a new member to join their amazing team as an equine apprentice. Dani runs a 20 horse yard of mainly competition eventers and is looking for an experienced young equine to further develop and grow their equine knowledge.Hours 40 per week over 5 days, to include 1 weekend day per week, 7.30am - 5pm with breaks.
Homelands Equestrian Ltd, established in 2010, is a family run business offering livery and training, set in 105 acres of stunning West Sussex countryside based Patridge Green, RH13. The Livery services include Full Livery with Training and exercise packages which can be added on. Coaching & lessons from our highly experienced fully qualified BHS InstructorBE Accredited Coach.Hours are 40 per week over 5 days 8am to 5pm to include weekend work.
Pony Pursuits are looking for an Equine Groom Apprentice to join our small family run team. The right candidate will have a passion for helping to care for horses and enjoy, working with our young clients who attend our riding centre
Jessica Campbell Eventing are looking for an apprentice groom to join their team at Home Farm. A fabulous opportunity for someone looking to start a career within the Equine sector.
Level 23 Groom Equine Apprenticeship available at a large professionally run livery yard.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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