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Animal Care ad Welfare Apprenticeship at one of the UK's largest Bird of Prey Centres

The English School of Falconry Bird of Prey Centre · Wilstead · posted 20 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Starts
6 October 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

The successful applicant will go on to learn the art of falconry; learning how to:

  • Handle, train and fly different species of birds of prey.
  • Husbandry, day to day running of the bird of prey centre.
  • Trained in giving flying displays, educational talks and visits and running experience days.
  • Applicant must have a full clean driving licence.
  • Be good at working well on their own as well as working closely with their colleagues, be punctual, enthusiastic, outgoing and confident and have a keen interest in birds of prey.
  • No previous experience required, all training will be given.
  • This is a challenging position, birds of prey require the best care in all weathers, it is a physically demanding job. However, it is an incredibly rewarding career which has become a way of life.

Your training

  • You will be working towards the Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare Assistant apprenticeship qualification, and 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.

Where it leads

  • Will provide the opportunity to go on to work at other zoos, bird of prey centres.

About The English School of Falconry Bird of Prey Centre

  • Welcome to Herrings Green Activity Farm, a family-run destination that’s home to over 200 majestic birds of prey and a delightful array of friendly farm animals. Nestled in the heart of Wilstead, Bedfordshire, we offer an unforgettable countryside experience for visitors of all ages.

Things to consider

  • You do need to hold a full UK driver's license for this role. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • HERRING GREEN FARM, COTTON END ROAD, WILSTEAD, BEDFORD, MK45 3DT

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