RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Katie B — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:52:52 GMT

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I recently applied at our local rspca centre for an animal care assistant post that was advertised for the day to day care of the cats and dogs. They idealy asked for an animal care qualification, i dont have this but have been nursing since 2004 so have plenty of experience. Guess what- I have heard diddily squat, ( I know they recieved the application as I handed it in personnally) so I sometimes think that if you dont have exactly what they want it is a waste of time applying.

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Oh dear, I am sorry to hear this but don't worry you may still hear something, especially if they have had a lot of applications then it can take a while.

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

lavetnurse — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:44:41 GMT

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Thorn — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 19:48:35 GMT

The RSPCA are generally quite sensible and take all things into consideration- they seem to value personality and experience and attitude as much as scores and grades. If maths is your only weakness but you can back up your application with other skills then there is no reason why you wouldnt be a good candidate, I reckon :) If its a job that suits you, go for it! The worst they can do is say no and if you dont try, youll never know for sure ^_^

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

BexJ — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 19:27:31 GMT

I currently work for the RSPCA in one of their hospital, your application would never be laughed off! I'm sure that the hospital where I work your application would be given fair consideration taking into account the type of person you are and other experience etc I think the criteria is there as a guide but everything is looked at on an individual basis. I say go for i! Good luck x x

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Donna France — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:41:47 GMT

I would still apply..I started my career many moons ago at the RSPCA as a hospital assistant, if you are willing to achieve your grade in maths then I cant see a problem with this! I was a hosp assistant for 9 months before doing my training so should give you plenty of time to get the grade (you will need it for your VN training anyway)

I got a D in maths too but I did a National Diploma in Animal Care before I started at the RSPCA.

Good luck if you have anymore questions give me a shout!

Donna

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Katie B — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:12:18 GMT

Thanks guys. That really helped me!

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zookeeper — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:17:39 GMT

They ask you to have 5 A-C grades those being in English Maths and Science. They ask for these grades so if they put you through the veterinary nurse training you have the correct grades. My friend trained through the RSPCA. Training you depends if they have any assessors working for them, now mentors they are called I believe? and it depends how many other hospital assistants are above you in order to train.

My friend did not have her Maths, so she done the ANA Qualification and done her Keyskills in Application of number.

Sarah

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:14:40 GMT

I did Functional Skills at college, (was called Key skills when I did it) and it is meant to be basically the same as the GCSE. I know must jobs I have applied for, have said "GCSE grade A*-C or equivalent." - so they should be ok with u having functional skills instead? I would apply anyway, as you have experience in this field, they should pick you over academic grades - as you are trying to better them any way!

Good luck with the job hunting

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Heather Barlow — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:11:05 GMT

Why not try other Animal charities ie Blue Cross PDSA?

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Kez S — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:56:44 GMT

I'm sure if you have the experience they'll consider you. Especially if you're making an effort to improve your maths skills and further your education. If it's something you feel passionate about doing, just go for it, show them you were made for the job! Good Luck

Re: RSPCA Job profile qualifications needed, are they really strict?

Phrin Vernon RVN — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:30:48 GMT

No idea sorry

But there is no harm in applying - the worst they can say is no..