Apprentice Canine Carer (Colchester Canine Creche)

A fast-growing dog daycare in Colchester who strive to offer the very best for our dogs. It is a luxury Unkennelled environment, resembling a playschool or nursery where dogs play freely together (up to 40). A focus on dogs’ enjoyment and socialisation with lots of interactive games for the dogs to play, engage and learn.

A fantastic opportunity for someone who has a keen love of animals to become one of our Canine Carers, look after dogs and be part of a growing team in our custom-built facility.

You will have a natural affinity with dogs and obviously a dog lover!

You will most likely not have gained experience that will be that relevant, however we expect you to have at least walked a dog and know some basic commands. We do expect you to have an understanding of dogs and general behaviour, be confident in and around a group of dogs and have a positive attitude to join our team.

Duties include:

Contribute to providing a caring, stimulating, and safe environment for all dogs Must be confident in handling dogs of all ages and breeds Ensuring a plentiful supply of water Ensuring dog waste is removed immediately Tending to the dogs thoughtfully, gently and with care. Feeding the dogs correctly (measured and on time) Dealing with any “special needs” dogs, i.e., older dogs or some on medication Paying close attention to the notices regarding dogs’ status such as an injury, recent surgery, or allergy Careful and efficient monitoring of any changes or differences in dogs’ behaviour/temperament/condition Communicating and working with the team Treating peers with respect Supervision of mental and physical enrichment games and creating exciting new activities for all dogs to participate in Supervising all activities including general play with toys and ensure the dogs interact with each other appropriately - intervention required when play is getting too boisterous or over exuberant General cleaning duties, including hygienic cleaning of urine and faeces; also, cleaning tasks at the end of the day like hoovering, sweeping, mopping, polishing, washing up etc. All other miscellaneous duties that may occur on a day-to-day basis Any other reasonable duties as per the needs of the business evolves You will answer to and work directly with the Managing Director Ensuring dogs are happy and safe at all times Keeping an open and honest dialogue with senior management

Training:
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 animal care apprenticeship The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on-site visit throughout the apprenticeship The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship

Training Outcome:
An opportunity to stay a part of the team after qualification has been completed Future learning and experience in all areas of the business More courses available to further learning

Employer Description:
A fast-growing dog day care in Colchester who strive to offer the very best for our dogs. It is a luxury Unkennelled environment, resembling a playschool or nursery where dogs play freely together (up to 40). A focus on dogs’ enjoyment and socialisation with lots of interactive games for the dogs to play, engage and learn.

Working Hours :
To be discussed at interview

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness