Apprenticeship - Animal Care and Welfare Assistant - Pharmacology

Clean and disinfect animal cages, animal rooms, hallways and non-animal rooms as well as feeders, water bottles, and other supplies as needed. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and in particular those relating to Animal Welfare, GLP and Health & Safety. Collect data - manually or by use of a wide range of computer software systems, Handle animals humanely and appropriately for the species Exercise and socialise animals relevant to the species Provide animals with food, water, environmental enrichment, housing, etc. according to company standards. Work both individually and as part of a team Take responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work that you undertake. Work safely in the Animal House and lab areas, maintaining excellent housekeeping whilst following appropriate safety, environment and risk management systems. Working alongside technical staff assist in the use of a wide and varied range of computer systems including analytical balances to collect data, Assist in the preparation of equipment and formulations. Assist / perform necropsies Work towards gaining a Personal Home Office Licence

Training:

You'll undertake an Apprenticeship in Animal Welfare over the course of 18 months. You will study for a Level 2 Apprenticeship, and Functional Skills in English and Maths if required. The learning is remote and is one day a week.

Training Outcome:
Move onto the next level apprenticeship or into a full-time role.

Employer Description:
As a leading contract research organisation, Labcorp provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Our services cover the preclinical, clinical and post-market phases of drug development, the product life cycles for medical device and diagnostics and development services paired with regulatory support for the chemical testing and crop protection industries.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends on rota.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working