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Animal care apprentice

Cherry Tree Kennels LTD · Balcombe · posted 20 July 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Feeding
  • Walking
  • Enrichment
  • Cuddling
  • Medicating
  • Cleaning
  • Observing
  • Supporting
  • Caring

Your training

Training is in house with regular visits from the training provider.  Support with course work, and ongoing on-the-job training.

We are based 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport but you will need independent travel to get to us as we are in the beautiful Mid Sussex countryside. 

Where it leads

We would hope to employ the successful apprentice on a full-time basis if they excelled in their work and commitment to the company and the animals.

About Cherry Tree Kennels LTD

We are a boarding and day kennels for cats and dogs based between Haywards Heath and Gatwick Airport and have been established for 40 years and can cater for over 100 animals.

Things to consider

Must be able to get to our location independently as no public transport.

Must be happy to work in all weathers all year round. You must be physically fit and able as all the animals are handled and exercised regularly on uneven surfaces.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessEmpathy with animalsStrong physical fitness

Where you'll work

  • CHERRY TREE COTTAGE, HANDCROSS ROAD, BALCOMBE, WEST SUSSEX, RH17 6PP

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