Level 2 Animal Care Apprentice (RSPCA Coventry)

Assist with the inspection and or treatment of animals by a Veterinary Surgeon, or other authorised person at the Centre Carry out checks on animals, including the taking of temperature and inspection of eyes, ears, nose and throat for signs of infection or abnormality, reporting any abnormalities to the manager or supervisor at the Centre Prepare and provide food and water for all animals in the establishment Clean, disinfect and maintain to a standard of cleanliness set by the management the animal accommodation, isolation and exercise areas; the food preparation, laundry, storage, treatment and destruction facilities; the reception, offices, stores, staff facilities, toilets and outside areas Ensure building/exercise areas are secure at all times Attend to the needs of the individuals, including exercise, coat care/grooming, administration of first aid treatments and medications as directed and to assist with the humane destruction of animals Routine animal behaviour monitoring/assessment prior to rehoming Attend to the needs of the client/customer/general public, face to face or via the telephone Liaise with colleagues in other departments/RSPCA Branch workers/voluntary helpers Operation of cash register and the safe receipt of money Maintaining daily cash records as directed Maintain/monitor the daily animal records and general administrative duties. Complete documentation relating to the acceptance and release of animals To undertake other duties as required by the Supervisor/Animal Centre Manager

Training:
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Animal Care & Welfare Apprenticeship Standard The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and onsite visits throughout the apprenticeship The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship

Training Outcome:

On completion of their Apprenticeship there may be opportunities for the Apprentice to progress to part-time animal care assistant/full-time animal care assistant/supervisor/manager/inspector.

Employer Description:
The Coventry and District Branch is one of around 150 branches that support the local work of the RSPCA inspectorate. As a separately registered branch of the RSPCA we are responsible for raising funds locally to help animals in our area. Our purpose in line with the National RSPCA is to end cruelty and promote kindness to animals and to alleviate suffering, with a particular focus on those animals in need within our area. We are responsive to the operational needs of the Inspectorate within the Branch area and support them in helping the animals most in need. We also strive to support the pet owning community of the Branch through a variety of means. In order to sustain financial security and to enable the branch to continue successfully into the future we need to raise around £400,000 per year through fundraising events, donations and legacies.

Working Hours :
To be discussed at interview but alternate weekends will be required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness,Previous animal experience