Summary As an Aquatics Technician Apprentice, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day care of aquatic animals and assist the experienced team with installations and maintenance services. You'll gain valuable experience in animal husbandry, learn how to work with aquatic and reptile species, and develop technical skills. Wage £13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2) Hours This will be working Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, shifts TBC. 35 hours a week Start date Sunday 12 October 2025 Duration 1 year Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work PureAquatics is a specialist aquatics business based in Bristol, but they are opening a new location in Leighton Buzzard. They design, install, and maintain aquariums for a wide range of clients across the UK, from residential homes to large organisations like the NHS. Their work involves everything from small tropical fish tanks to large custom-built aquariums. As an Aquatics Technician Apprentice, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day care of aquatic animals and assist the experienced team with installations and maintenance services. You'll gain valuable experience in animal husbandry, learn how to work with aquatic and reptile species, and develop technical skills involved in setting up and maintaining aquariums. You'll work alongside lead technicians, and over time, you'll build the skills and confidence to attend site visits independently. This role is ideal for someone who loves animals (especially reptiles!), enjoys practical work, and is looking for a career that offers variety, travel, and progression. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the setup and installation of aquariums. Supporting the maintenance of tanks (cleaning, water testing, and equipment checks). Caring for aquatic animals, reptiles and amphibians (feeding, cleaning, health monitoring). Keep accurate records of animal care and maintenance work. Attending site visits with the team to work on client locations across the UK. Helping to improve, clean, and transport equipment and livestock safely. A full driving licence and own vehicle is essential in this role as you will be required to go to the Bristol office monthly. Where you'll work 27 Mill Road Slapton Leighton Buzzard LU7 9BT Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider HADDON TRAINING LIMITED Training course Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) Training schedule All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours. Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach. Requirements Desirable qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4) Maths (grade 4) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Presentation skills Administrative skills Logical Team working Initiative Other requirements A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle is essential to be successful in your application. About this employer PureAquatics design, install, rent and maintain tanks for Freshwater, Cold water and Marine Aquariums for both commercial business and private aquarium owners. http://www.pureaquatics.co.uk (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Progression into a fully qualified Aquatics Technician role within the team Further sector training Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED Emma enquiries@haddontraining.co.uk 01672519977 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000338390.