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Level 2 apprentice Animal Welfare

Dogs Play Ltd · Caldwell · posted 20 March 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Starts
5 October 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
2

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  • Provide high-quality care for animals, including feeding and well being
  • Monitor the health and behaviour of animals, reporting any concerns to managerial staff promptly
  • Engage with our clients to provide information about their dog’s behaviour
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation within all areas to ensure a safe environment for both animals and staff
  • Collaborate with team members to develop and implement enrichment activities for animals in our care

Your training

  • Training will take place on-site here at Dogs Play
  • Bottle Green are here once a month but available at all times if needed

Where it leads

Once the apprenticeship is complete, if there are vacancies within the business, they will be able to apply for those.

About Dogs Play Ltd

We are a family run business that has been going for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on creating a great supportive team environment to learn and thrive within. We have a five star licence and look after 48+ dogs per day.We have won various apprenticeship provider awards and want to help people reach their true potential

Things to consider

You will be working outdoors for most of the time. You will be on your feet all of the time. We are an open pack and therefore there are multiple dogs in an area with you.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiativePhysical fitness

Where you'll work

  • GRASMERE, SANDY LANE, CALDWELL, SWADLINCOTE, DE12 6RL