Animal Welfare Assistant

2 months ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City College Full time

About the Role

This is a Fixed Term contract for 15 months (12 months apprenticeship and 3 months EPA).

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship rates are age-related:

Rates Age Annual Salary

Under 18 £12,655

18-20 £16,900

21+ £22,359

We are seeking an animal welfare professional to join our team at Leeds City College. As an Animal Welfare Apprentice, you will be responsible for caring for our animals in our animal care centre and facilitating small groups of students in practical areas.

The School of Animal Care and Land Management is a growing and aspirational department based at Temple Newsam in Leeds. Our team consists of a Head of Department, Deputy Head of Department, Programme managers, Course Leader, Teachers, learning support assistants (LSA) and Instructor/Technicians. Our team works to support our learners to achieve their full potential and achieve their vocational qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain high standards of animal welfare at all times by ensuring optimum animal husbandry.
  • Maintain high levels of cleanliness in the animal care centre.
  • Order consumables and equipment for the curriculum area.
  • Prepare facilities and equipment for teaching.
  • Maintain and organise teaching spaces in relation to curriculum need.
  • Facilitate small groups of students in practical areas.
  • Maintain 20% off-the-job training.

About You

  • Have a minimum of a level 1 qualification in a related subject.
  • Have recent experience working with a range of animals.
  • Work well as part of a team and be resilient, adaptable and enthusiastic.
  • Have excellent communication skills and be happy working with people as well as being able to work independently when required.
  • Have a level 2 in English and Maths; whilst this is an advantage however it is not an essential requirement as you can undertake English and Maths as part of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Leeds City College offers a range of benefits to its staff, including:

  • Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Generous Pension schemes - Teachers' Pension Scheme and Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
  • Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
  • Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days.
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives.
  • Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Our values put students first and are at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You'll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group, we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.

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