Kennel Care Assistant Apprenticeship

All aspects of maintaining kennels hygiene to a high standard and complying with licensing guidelines. Cleaning kennels and runs, beds and bedding as well as exercise areas Feeding, exercising, monitoring health and well-being of all dogs boarding Customer interaction on dogs’ arrival and departure handovers

Training:

Depending on existing qualifications if any, Level 2 Work Based Animal Care and Welfare Assistant Apprenticeship.

Training will be onsite at Oakwood Park Kennels and online with The College of Animal Welfare (CAW).

Anticipated that online training will be half or one day per week.

Training Outcome:

Possibility of permanent role after the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

Large, busy Dog Boarding Kennels in Berkshire with a dedicated team of canine carers for our valued clients.

Working Hours :
8.20am - 5.30pm including 2 short breaks and 1 hour lunch. Average 38 hours per week over 7 days. Working days to be confirmed, rota will include weekends and Bank Holidays. Christmas and New Year working is normally shared between all staff.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Dog Handling,Physical Fitness,Common sense,Ability to work independently