Job Description:

Job information Dog Day Carer Apprentice from the Company KEITS Training Services Ltd, this latest Dog Day Carer Apprentice job vacancy is located in the city Flitwick MK located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Animal field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

The role of 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. 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.

Duties will include but not limited to;

• 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.

Desired Skills and Qualities

• A co-operative, polite team worker with a positive and respectful attitude.
• able to work using their own initiative and a practical thinker.
• A good work rate - confident and energetic enough for a physical job.
• Enjoys working outside in all weathers. Is organised, thorough and accurate in their work.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Can follow rules (policy & procedures) but also has ability to be flexible.
• Willing to develop skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates a professional approach to own appearance and work areas.
• A kind and caring nature.
• Passionate about dogs and hold a genuine interest in learning about their behaviours and management of them.

Desired Qualifications

• GCSE's or equivalent in maths and English Grade C/4 or higher are desirable but not essential
• Relevant animal experience is desired
• Applicants cannot already hold a level 2 or 3 in animal care as this will affect eligibility.

Future Prospects

• Once the level 2 is achieved you will be able to apply for full employment in the industry or a level 3 in animal care.

Training

• 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

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
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Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From £6.40 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Dog Day Carer Apprentice

Keywords : Flitwick jobs
Closed Date : 2025-08-28