Animal Care Apprenticeship
ASTON SPRINGS FARM LTD
About the Role
Aston Springs Farm a small, family-run farm is seeking an apprentice to join their close-knit team. You will be working towards gaining a L2 qualification while working hands-on with our livestock and animals. This outdoor role requires a passion for animal welfare, a strong work ethic, and the resilience to work in all weather conditions.
Your training and responsibilities as an Animal Care Apprentice, will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Animal Husbandry: Feed, water, and monitor the daily health of our livestock
- Enclosure Maintenance: Clean out shelters, pens, and maintain high standards of hygiene
- Health & Welfare: Assist with basic treatments, grooming, first aid, and health checks
- Farm Duties: Help with general estate maintenance, including checking fences and moving animals safely
- Record Keeping: Keep accurate, daily logs of animal behaviour , feed intake, and treatments.
You’ll learn side-by-side with experienced Farmers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, giving you hands-on exposure to a wide range of tasks and a real understanding of how the whole business operates. With dedicated mentoring and support, you’ll build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and lay strong foundations for a long-term career in animal care.
If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to take your first step into Animal Care with a supportive family business, apply now. This opportunity at Aston Springs will be highly sought after — don’t miss your chance to get started.
This is a successful business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), like working out side, listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the team.
Further industry related qualifications.
About the Training
The successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group Training will be provided at the farm every 6 weeks on a one to one basis. giving you the training and support you need to become successful.
About the Employer
Hello and welcome to Aston Springs Farm, one of South Yorkshires newest visitor attractions.
Opening our doors in 2013, we’ve gone from strength to strength, providing a great place to explore and play, enjoying walks along our farm and nature trail. There’s plenty of animals to see and feed, lots of fun to be had and memories to be made - all at great low entry prices.
With other separate businesses close by, one visit could mean you are supporting several local people and their families.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Be reliable and punctual
- Good attitude to work
- A passion for Animals
Training Provider
RNN GROUP
Course/Training
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)