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Animal Care Apprenticeship

ASTON SPRINGS FARM LTD · Aston Springs Farm, Mansfield Road, Wales Bar, Sheffield, S26 5PQ

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Salary
£12,688 a year
Level
Intermediate
Course
Animal care and welfare assistant (level 2)
Closing date
30 Aug 2026
Start date
9 Sept 2026
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Hours per week
30.5 hours
Working week
Thursday -Monday. Weekdays 9am-4pm Weekends 9am-3 pm with 30 mins unpaid break.
Positions
1

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.

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

Qualifications

  • GCSE · Maths & English · A*-C/9-3 · Essential

Things to consider

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.

About ASTON SPRINGS FARM LTD

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.

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Training provider

RNN GROUP · Agriculture, environmental and animal care · Level 2

Vacancy reference: 2000047605 · Posted 13 Aug 2026