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Animal Care + Management
Animal Care & Welfare Assistant
Opportunity

Animal Care & Welfare Assistant

The North West
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Start date: Throughout the year

Location: Employer's workplace supported by off site technical training at Myerscough College (Preston Campus) as required

Overview

Animal Care & Welfare Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship. Animal Care and Welfare Assistants look after the routine day to day husbandry and care of domestic and/or wild animals under guidance in a variety of different settings. The work is carried out individually or as part of a team in places such as kennels and catteries, laboratories, animal welfare centres, farm parks, rehabilitation centres, retail outlets and in the transportation of animals.

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Animal Care & Welfare Assistant

Animal Care and Welfare Assistants must have a strong work ethic and be prepared to work irregular hours in all weather conditions. They must maintain safe working practices and taking responsibility for themselves, animals and others.

At a glance

  • Level: Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2)
  • Typical Duration: 15 Months
  • Delivery Model: Work-based supported by Workshops
  • Delivery Location: North West Only
  • Start Date: Throughout the Year
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