Animal Care and Welfare Assistant Apprentice

KEEPERS COTTAGE BOARDING KENNELS LTD

Apprenticeship summary

Keepers Boarding Kennels and Cattery are seeking two dedicated and caring apprentices Level 2 and Level 3 to join their friendly team. These apprenticeship will offer a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with a range of animals while completing a nationally recognised qualification in Animal Care and Welfare.

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Closing date: December 18, 2025

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Wage:
£15,704 a year
Total hours per week:
40
Expected duration (weeks):
51
Positions (available):
2
Date posted:
November 24, 2025
Possible start date:
December 22, 2025
Apprenticeship level:

Intermediate

  • Assist with the daily care and supervision of dogs, cats and other small animals
  • Feed, water, exercise and groom animals as required
  • Provide extra care and patient when working with nervous or anxious dogs, helping to build their confidence and trust
  • Ensure all areas are kept clean, safe and hygienic at all times
  • Monitor animal behaviour and wellbeing, report any concerns to senior staff
  • Provide comfort, enrichment and affection to animals during their stay
  • Support with customer service, greeting clients, assisting with check-in and collection of pets
  • Maintain accurate records of feeding, cleaning and any medication given
  • Work effectively as part of a team
  • Remain calm, confident and professional when handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments
  • All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours
  • Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach
  • Level 2 – Can progress into level 3 Animal Care and Welfare Manager Apprenticeship
  • Level 3- Progression into a permanent position for the right candidate

Employer

KEEPERS COTTAGE BOARDING KENNELS LTD

Keepers Boarding Kennels and Cattery has been established since 1994 and is located in beautiful rural surroundings in Worsley, Greater Manchester, with a branch now operating in Prescot (L34 9EN). This family-run business has a huge passion for animals, the team truly understands that pets are an important part of the family, and they pride themselves on delivering exceptional, personalised care to every animal that stays with them.

Training

Training Provider:

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard:

Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)