
Animal Care Assistant Apprentice
- Location
Cheshire - Employer
Country Boarding Kennels and Cattery - Provider
Haddon Training Ltd - Wages
£7.55 per hour - Level
Intermediate Level 2 Apprenticeship - Apply by
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Opportunity Details
They are looking for enthusiastic animal loving apprentice who are keen to gain a Level 2 or Level 3 Animal Care apprenticeship.
They are looking for a committed and hardworking individual to join our team as an Animal Care Assistant. The ideal candidate will be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team in a busy, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Dog walking
- Exercising animals according to their needs Cleaning and maintaining 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
Hours: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 5 days a week (between Monday and Saturday)
You must be a UK resident to qualify for apprenticeship funding, and must not have completed this qualification previously.
Kickstart Your Career!
Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!
- Tuesday, October 7, 2025
- Wednesday, October 29, 2025
- Thursday, October 30, 2025
- Friday, October 31, 2025
Company website: www.country-kennels.com
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Reliable and Punctual
- Hard working
- Caring and Compassionate
Training
All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours. Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach.
Personal Qualities
- Team Player
Prospects
For the right candidate, there may be the opportunity for full time employment after the apprenticeship.
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