Animal Care and Welfare Apprenticeship at one of the UK's largest Bird of Prey Centres
THE ENGLISH SCHOOL OF FALCONRY BIRD OF PREY CENTRE · BEDFORD, UK
- Salary
- £16,640 a year
- Level
- Level 2
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Closes
- 24 Oct 2026
- Qualification
- Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare Assistant apprenticeship
- Training provider
- HADDON TRAINING LIMITED
About the role
An exciting opportunity to become an apprentice falconer at one of the UK's largest bird of prey centres. This role involves learning the art of falconry, including handling, training, and flying various bird of prey species. You will also be involved in the day-to-day running of the centre, husbandry, delivering flying displays, educational talks, and experience days. This physically demanding, yet rewarding, career requires dedication in all weather conditions. The centre is home to over 200 birds of prey and offers a unique countryside experience.
Entry requirements
- GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above. A full clean driving licence is essential. Excellent communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and customer care skills are required, along with punctuality, enthusiasm, confidence, and a keen interest in birds of prey. Physical fitness is also necessary.
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