Animal Practitioner

Coleg Cambria

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 30,000 - 37,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Coleg Cambria is seeking a full-time Animal Practitioner at the Northop site. In this role, you will deliver practical education sessions, assess student progress, and ensure the welfare of the animals in our care.

You will be responsible for integrating key subjects into practical learning and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience in animal care, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications and experience in animal care.
Commitment to equal opportunities and health and safety.
Recent relevant industrial experience in Animal Care.

Responsibilities

Deliver practical sessions to learner groups.
Care for the animals and maintain health and welfare.
Address vocational knowledge requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Animal care knowledge

Flexibility

Education

Level 4 qualification in Animal Care

Level 2 English and Maths (Grade 4 or above)

Job description

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Location Coleg Cambria Application Deadline Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Scale Point From £33,725.12 Scale Point To £33,725.12 Job Profile Job Description and Person Specification

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

Job Summary

Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration…

Role Title: Animal Practitioner

Location: Northop

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £33,725.12

We are seeking an Animal Practitioner for our Northop site at Coleg Cambria. In this role, you will deliver practical sessions to learner groups, assessing their progress and providing feedback. You will also assess learners' practical performance and ensure accurate record-keeping. Alongside this, you will address vocational knowledge requirements, integrate key subjects, and contribute to learner reviews and course results.

As an Animal Practitioner, you will care for the animals in our department, maintain their health and welfare, and create a supportive learning environment. You will adhere to College policies, attend marketing events, and provide excellent customer service. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

You should have relevant qualifications and experience in animal care. Strong communication skills and a commitment to equal opportunities, health and safety, and quality are essential. Join us and make a difference in the lives of aspiring animal care professionals!

Essential Requirements

Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (or equivalent) at Grade 4 (C) or above
Level 4 or equivalent qualification in Animal Care or other professionally relevant qualification
Recent relevant industrial experience in Animal Care or another professionally relevant sector
Demonstrate an understanding of current developments within your own specialist area and ways of keeping up to date with such developments
Able to work as part of a wider team, and be flexible and adaptable when required

Welsh language skills are desirable for this position.

Coleg Cambria is committed to raising the profile of the Welsh language.

The promotion of the welsh language is an essential part of the work we do. Applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.

The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Orderand is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires anEnhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must discloseall cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

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