What you will do in your working day
A fantastic opportunity for someone who has a keen love of animals to become one of our Camp Carers, look after dogs and be part of a growing award-winning team in our brand new 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.
Vacancies always prove to be popular so think about what makes you stand out to be in with a chance for an interview.
It is not enough to simply state you love dogs and it would be a dream job.
Take your time on the application - those who don’t / answer one line answers will not be considered.
Duties include:
* Contribute to providing a caring, stimulating and safe environment for all dogs
* Caring and general supervision of the dogs
* Vigilance in supervising their care, well-being and entertainment
* 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
* General cleaning duties, 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
The contract is for the full duration of the apprenticeship plus up to 6 months (typical 18 month contract). Exceptional candidates have an opportunity to join our team permanently on completion of their apprenticeship if they meet all the desired criteria.
The training you will be getting
* 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 and Welfare Assistant apprenticeship
* Functional skills, if required
* 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
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
* Permanent roles (PT and FT), grooming, training, behaviour, overnights and more
* Open opportunities to excellent candidates