Apprentice Animal Care Assistant

Job Overview

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Animal Care Assistant Apprentice to join our dedicated team at the RSPCA Gonsal Farm Animal Centre on an 18 month fixed term contract.

At Gonsal Farm we care for animals that have been rescued from cruelty or neglect, and rehabilitate and prepare them for a new life with caring and loving adopters.

Our cattery can house more than 60 cats at a time with comfy sleeping areas, toys and scratching posts to keep them occupied until they go to a new home. Many require gentle and careful handling at first as they recover from previous trauma and mistreatment until they realise they are safe.

Our kennels have been designed to cater specifically for cruelty case dogs that have to stay with us for extended periods, sometimes up to a year, while the court cases are ongoing. With over 30 dogs always on site, walking, socialising and training takes up most of the day to keep them happy and healthy before they start the next chapter of their lives.

Our Small Animal Unit is able to accommodate a range of species which regularly include Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats, Mice and Ferrets.

• 35 hours per week with 20% dedicated to your qualification.
• 2 week rolling rota, working every other weekend (study time cannot be on a weekend day).
• Hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm with a one hour unpaid lunch.
• There is a requirement to work bank holidays.