Veterinary Care Support Apprentice ARMSTRONG VETERINARY SERVICES LIMITED
We are looking to recruit a reliable, motivated individual who wants to pursue a career in the veterinary sector. This position will enable you to train towards the Veterinary Care Support (Level 2 Diploma) Award via the College of Animal Welfare online learning course, alongside working in our independently owned small animal practice. You will be looking after the routine day to day care of domestic and/or wild animals.
Closing date: 10 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£9,004.32
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Saturday. Days and shifts are to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 36.0
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Expected duration
14 Months
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Possible start date
27 Feb 2023
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Date posted
13 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000122244
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Requirements for the role include – great people skills (especially at times of distress), confidence around all types of small animal, and the ability to deliver excellent customer service in a demanding service industry. Due to the nature of the job, there may be times when you will be asked to work outside your working hours.
Duties include:
Animal Care
- Assisting trained staff with handling and restraining animals.
- Looking after hospitalised patients – duties may include, cleaning, grooming, feeding, and walking.
Reception Duties
- Communicating with clients and their animals – appointment making (face to face and over the phone).
- Maintaining a tidy and well-stocked waiting room, promoting and giving advice on products and services.
- Administration work such as photocopying, faxing and posting.
Cleaning and stock control
- Ensuring that consultation rooms, treatment rooms, kennelling, corridors and reception areas are clean and tidy.
- Play a role in stock control; ensuring rooms are stocked with relevant products and consumables.
- Cleaning and sterilisation of surgical equipment.
- Laundry of animal bedding and towels.
Other Duties
- May include running of in house lab tests and travelling with vets to home visits.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- VetSkill Level 2 Certificate in Veterinary Care Support.
- Functional Skills in English and Maths (if required).
- Award via the College of Animal Welfare online learning course.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Potential for progression to further training following successful completion of Level 2 Diploma.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
ARMSTRONG VETERINARY SERVICES LIMITED
http://www.hythevetcentre.co.uk/
Address
HYTHE VETERINARY CENTRE
OSBORNE HOUSE
3-5 PORTLAND ROAD
CT21 6EG
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Animal care and welfare assistant
Level 2 (GCSE)
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