Newquay Zoo
Internships
Tropical House Keeper
Closing date for applications 1st May 2016
Newquay
Zoo is part of the Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust family, comprising
Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts
We currently have a vacancy for a voluntary internship for
a period of 6 months (including a one month probationary period) working with
our Tropical House 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 Tropical House 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 Miss Sam Harley, Newquay Zoo, Trenance Gardens Cornwall , TR7 2LZ
Or
alternatively, email, sam.harley@newquayzoo.org.uk
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