Doggy Day Care Assistant Apprentice
DOGGY DAYCARE AT THE WILLOWS LTD
LEICESTER, LE9 7SE
Closes in 20 days (Tuesday 25 February)
Posted on 27 January 2025
Contents
Summary
Exciting new dog day care apprenticeship in Elmesthorpe. This is a full-time and paid position in which you will be working towards a level 2 qualification.
- Wage
- £9,984 a year
- Training course
- Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
- Hours
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To be discussed at interview
30 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 3 March
- Duration
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1 year 4 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We’re seeking an individual who has a passion for the well-being of animals and enjoys spending time with dogs in a fun and friendly environment. The right candidate will be confident with all dogs.
Daily Tasks:
- greeting dogs as they arrive
- entertaining dogs in a safe and engaging way
- keeping things tidy & clean,
- supporting other staff in getting activities ready
- doing training with a group of dogs.
- help provide a stimulating and safe environment for all dogs
- supervise dogs & be vigilant of their well being
- monitoring of dogs behaviour and welfare
- working as a team
Where you’ll work
THE WEEPING WILLOWS
BURBAGE COMMON ROAD
ELMESTHORPE
LEICESTER
LE9 7SE
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD
Your training course
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare apprenticeship.
All training will take place at the work location and the applicant will complete an animal care apprenticeship in full.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English and maths (grade Grade C/4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Due to the hours and location, it is essential you have access to transport to arrive to work on time We can work long shifts which are very tiring, running around after and playing with dogs all day is physically tiring. We work inside and outside in all weathers and temperatures It is not enough to state you love dogs and want to play with them all day, this job is a lot more than that. You will be on your feet all day, cleaning up mess, helping manage and control a large pack, providing basic training and mental stimulation to all the dogs throughout the day and completing all duties and checks needed everyday. Talking to customers is a part of this role where you will need to be professional and well presented to represent the company. KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise. To Apply click Apply for this Role and for our top tips on how to fill out your application form click here
About this company
Doggy Daycare at The Willows is a five-star licensed day care centre for your canine companion. Do you worry about leaving your dog on their own? Would you like your fur baby to socialise more with other four-legged friends? They can enjoy off-lead exercise and socialisation within our secure outdoor paddocks, which includes a sand school arena. Your pooch will have access to a fully air conditioned or heated indoor playroom and rest rooms. So, they can play happily or have a comfy nap during the day. In the summer months, we have an outside sheltered area and paddling pools, so your dog can enjoy a swim! Our playroom is designed for small to medium sized social dogs. Set up like a nursery with beds and toys, your dog won’t want to leave at the end of the day. Our doggy day care centre is in a picturesque setting right next to Burbage Common, near Elmesthorpe. We’re easily accessible from Hinckley and all of the surrounding villages.
After this apprenticeship
We are a growing business and expect to have more roles available in the future.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD
Heidi Clear and Bethany Wylie
recruit@keits.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000298648.
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Closes in 20 days (Tuesday 25 February)
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