Dog Day Carer Apprentice (Woofstop Dog Day Care Ltd) WOOFSTOP LTD

A dog day carer apprentice opportunity in a fun, friendly and supportive family run business environment. Day carers make use of all the facilities and enrichments available for the learning, entertainment & relaxation of all dogs and puppies.

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Closing date: today

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60

  • Working week

    To be discussed at interview.

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    16 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000138847

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The role of Woofstop day carer is working within a team of 8-10 other day carers, and leaders, providing a caring, stimulating and safe environment for all dogs and puppies through play & rest times. At Woofstop we work to a strict schedule to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner each day and week. This is fully supported by training, coaching and documented processes and procedures.

  • Day carers make use of all the facilities and enrichments available for the learning, entertainment & relaxation of all dogs and puppies.
  • Working as a team when preparing all areas and managing the movement of dogs between different areas and activities.
  • Continually engaging with all dogs and puppies whilst re-enforcing good manners and basic obedience.
  • Conducting daily health checks on all dogs.
  • Effectively monitoring and managing any changes or differences in dog behaviours, temperament, wellbeing or condition.
  • To ensure every dog and puppy is continually happy and safe in the day care environment.
  • Keeping management aware of any & all incidents, injuries, behaviour concerns, welfare or health issues.
  • Working as a team to maintain a meticulously clean environment for both dogs and staff.
  • Effectively capturing and communicating (written & media) necessary updates, for customers, on their dogs day.
  • To be involved in the introduction and assessment of new dogs and puppies to Woofstop.
  • Where a day carer has the appropriate customer facing skills, the role may also involve taking in and returning dogs at drop-off and collection times.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
  • The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Animal Care & Welfare Apprenticeship Standard.
  • The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
  • The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Promotion to ‘Pack Leader’ – responsible for organising the team of day carers to deliver all the necessary daily tasks using the correct methods to the required standards. Responsible for coaching and identifying any skills gaps and further training requirements of day carers. Co-responsibility for customer communications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C or 4) Desired

Things to consider

Must have own transport (or reliable way of getting to/from work) Woofstop is based in the countryside with no public transport links but in close proximity to Flitwick, Ampthill and number of other surrounding villages. This is a physical job and applicant must be prepared, and able, to work in all weathers outdoors - playing with dogs, cleaning, moving. Uniform to keep warm and dry is provided (accept for trousers and footwear) Some situations require fast reaction times, so vigilance and the ability to respond with urgency is essential. KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise. The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship

About the employer

Woofstop is a first class, purpose built, fully licensed and insured dog day care facility boasting multiple large indoor and outdoor areas. These are fully equipped to provide our canine customers with everything they need, every day, all year round. We offer a very structured day to ensure that all of our dogs and puppies experience the required balance of rest together with the right mix of physical & mentally stimulating activities. Dogs and puppies are allocated to groups according to different criteria, including, but not exclusive to, size, age and temperament. Woofstop also offers first class (home style environment) overnight boarding (day care customers only) – dogs spend their day in day care and then retire to their hotel bedroom. This is delivered by a current team of 9 friendly, knowledgeable and qualified staff providing the ultimate in, care and attention.

Employer

WOOFSTOP LTD

Address

Sopwell Fields

Fordfield Road

Millbrook

MK45 2HZ

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Training

Training provider

KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD

Contact

Heidi Clear and Bethany Wylie

recruit@keits.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Animal care and welfare assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: today