Cleaning kennels & exercise pens
Walking dogs
Preparing food & feeding dogs
Supervise play sessions
Bathing & grooming dogs
Customer services
Training:Typical training will consist of four days per week in the workplace gaining practical, on-the-job experience, and one day per week in the classroom completing the knowledge-based learning and off-the-job training required for the apprenticeship.Training Outcome:
Full Time job on completion / Progression onto Level 3 qualification
Employer Description:Storwood Kennels is a well-established, professional dog boarding kennel where animal welfare is always the top priority. The business has 26 kennels and is licensed to care for up to 60 dogs, providing boarding and day care services for a wide range of breeds. The kennels also occasionally board prison service dogs, although apprentices will not be responsible for handling these.
As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of kennel work while being supported by an experienced team. The role offers a varied working day with both indoor and outdoor tasks, including cleaning kennels and exercise areas, walking dogs, preparing and feeding meals, supervising play sessions, assisting with bathing and grooming, and supporting customer service tasks such as checking dogs in and out.
Working Hours :Regular pattern of days– 2 week rota– alternate weekend working.
4 days week 1/ 5days week 2
Approx Start and Finish times– 7.30am- 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
