animal care technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Based at RSPCA Animal Centre, Halifax
Full Time Animal Care Assistant 37.5hrs per week including alternate weekends
above minimum wage requirements
With a relevant NVQ level 2 / Diploma in Animal Care, applicants should have practical experience in animal handling and training.
You will need to possess excellent organisation skills and have previous experience of working in a kennel environment. Candidates will also have the ability to communicate fluently and effectively with others at all levels both verbally and in writing.
You will be highly motivated and able to work under pressure on your own initiative whilst retaining a good sense of humour. You will be empathetic towards others in, sometimes, difficult circumstances.
A driving licence is desirable but not essential .
Closing date for receipt of applications is 23rd June 2023
Interviews will likely take place the week commencing 3rd July 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Salary: Up to £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, HX1 1SN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you hold an NVQ Level 2 or higher in Animal Care?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/06/2023
Reference ID: ACA MAY 23
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint:
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for animal care technician roles across RSPCA Halifax Huddersfield Bradford and District Branch Animal Centre's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to .
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,674 / yr bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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