Summary David and his team at Hylton Hound Hotel are looking for a new apprentice to join the team, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and professional Kennels, they are licensed for 140 dogs and offer boarding, daycare and grooming all on one site so plenty of variety. Wage £11,778 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 30 Hours per week, to include weekends and bank holidays. Exact shift pattern to be discussed with employer. 30 hours a week Start date Monday 23 March 2026 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 Feeding and medication Cleaning kennels, runs, outside areas Exercising Some customer facing Chance to work within the 3 different areas Where you'll work MIDDLE LANE WYTHALL BIRMINGHAM B47 6LD 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 Your training plan 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 Level 2 Animal Care apprenticeship Functional Skills in English and maths if required 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 Problem solving skills Presentation skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Physical fitness Passion for dogs Other requirements Must be happy working outside in all weathers Location is very rural, so transport or reliable lifts is essential About this employer We are a successful luxury kennels located in wythall, Birmingham. We treat every like is our own to ensure every dog has the best stay it can. https://www.hyltonkennels.co.uk/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Progression to the Level 3 Animal Care apprenticeship and or possibility of full time employment Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED Emma Openshaw emma.openshaw@haddontraining.co.uk 07749577150 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000017218.