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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Animal Welfare Assistant jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 3 Animal Welfare Assistant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Animal Welfare Assistant do?

  Animal welfare workers investigate alleged reports of animal cruelty or neglect. They rescue or collect animals in immediate or potential risk and liaise with internal and external agencies and other animal welfare establishments. They educate and advise owners and carers of animals, seek to improve or maintain the welfare of the animal(s), and prevent or alleviate suffering.

  Tasks required include:

  • Feeds, washes, grooms, trims and exercises animals.
  • Cleans animals’ quarters and renews bedding as necessary.
  • Houses, feeds, exercises, trains, grooms horses, dogs and other animals in preparation for entry to shows, races and other events.
  • Checks animals for illness, treats minor ailments or calls for vet if further treatment is required.
  • Meets prospective owners and advises on animal selection and animal care.
  • Patrols public areas to search for and capture stray or nuisance dogs, and transports captured animals to kennels.
  • Work alongside veterinary surgeons and nurses to provide vital nursing care to ensure the wellbeing of animal patients.

• What are the entry requirements for a Animal Welfare Assistant?

  Entry is possible without formal academic qualifications, although some employers may ask for GCSEs/S grades. There is a variety of vocational qualifications available, including NVQs/SVQs in Animal Care at Levels 1 and 2, in Dog Grooming at Levels 2 and 3, and BTEC qualifications and apprenticeships relating to Horse Care.