Apprentice Animal technician Review

by University of Oxford

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Core Duties Animal Care and Husbandry : Health checking, feeding, aviary/ tank cleaning, associated record keeping.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

o Animal Handling o Assisting with medications o Watching experiments and procedures o Attending talks o Attending meetings o Assisting with general admin work o General Facility cleaning and maintenance

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very good

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Very supportive

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Excellent support

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Relevant training provided

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Exposure to research activity

10/10

9a. Would you recommend University of Oxford to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good pay and opportunities

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to University of Oxford?

Apply for something you have a genuine interest in