Newquay Zoo Internships
Carnivore Keeper
Closing date for applications 31st August 2014
Newquay Zoo is part of the Whitley Wildlife
Conservation Trust family, comprising Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts, Slapton Ley
and two urban nature reserves. Newquay Zoo opened in 1969, has become one of
the country's top Zoos, contributing towards ground breaking and innovative
conservation programmes. It has also proved itself to be one of the best
visitor attractions in the South West.
We currently have a vacancy for
voluntary internships for a period of 6 months (including a one month
probationary period) working with our carnivore keeping department. Newquay Zoo
is open every day and the placements will be full time i.e. a five day working
week including some weekends. The main role of the keeping interns will be to
attend the husbandry requirements of the carnivore collection as directed by
the Senior Keeper in charge.
All internships are purely
voluntary and as such it is with regret that Newquay zoo cannot provide any
financial support or expenses to those wishing to apply for these positions. To
ensure that interns are provided with valuable experience; a training agreement
will be completed and reviewed regularly and a training record will be provided
upon completion of the placement.
Objectives of the placement
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To gain experience and understanding of the work of a
zoo animal keeping department.
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To apply own personal skills and take ownership of a
series of tasks and/or a research project.
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To reflect on training and experience throughout the
placement.
Anticipated tasks/training provided
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Assisting with daily animal husbandry e.g. feeding,
cleaning, enrichment provision, enclosure modification etc.
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Observations of animals and recording of relevant information.
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Training in basic research methods.
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Visitor interaction e.g. answering visitor questions in
a polite and sensitive manner.
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Assisting with student supervision at the direction of
the head keeper.
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Training in animal-management related computer software.
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Training in all aspects of the company’s code of
practise.
Skills Required
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A qualification in an animal science related discipline
would be desirable.
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Previous animal-related work experience.
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Good communication skills.
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Adaptable to different working environments.
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Able to work in a team and independently.
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Physically fit for the demands of the post.
To apply for the above position please send a CV and
covering letter, indicating which position you are applying for, to Owen Taylor.
Newquay Zoo, Trenance gardens, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 2LZ
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