Animal Keeper
Battersea Park
Children’s Zoo
London
Position: Animal Keeper (Full-time / Permanent)
Salary: (dependant
on experience)
About Us:
Battersea Park
Children’s Zoo is a long established and expanding family run business.
Battersea is one of three BIAZA accredited zoos within our company, and we
strive for the highest standards in animal husbandry, conservation and
education. Our mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of
animals and their habitats through engagement and interaction with the public,
particularly younger children.
This is realised
over our three centres which hold an important and diverse range of species.
Battersea Park Children’s Zoo promotes and champions the smaller more child
friendly species within the beautiful and historic setting of Battersea park,
inspiring young people to take an interest in the natural world.
Overview of Role:
We are seeking an
animal Keeper to work with a wide range of species within our Zoo. The
successful candidate will be expected to ensure high standards of animal
welfare, animal husbandry and keep daily checks and records of animals within
all sections.
Working hours are
40hrs per week, worked within a roster which includes regular weekends and bank
holiday’s, so flexibility regarding hours is crucial. The role is physically
demanding and our site is mainly outdoors, so ability to deal with all weathers
essential.
Applicants must have
a passion for working with a variety of animals within a Zoo environment
however experience with primates and small exotic species would be desirable.
Good communication skills and experience of dealing with the public is
essential, together with the ability to work effectively within a team.
A minimum of one
year’s paid employment within a zoological or animal related position required.
Previous volunteering or internship experience will also be considered.
Main Duties:
• Assisting as
instructed with the cleaning of all areas within the zoo.
• Assisting as
instructed with enclosure/paddock servicing.
• Assisting under
instruction with the preparation of approved diets.
• Assisting under
instruction/supervision the carrying out of correct feeding procedures where
this is deemed appropriate by the Animal Manager.
• Ensuring that
safety and emergency procedures are followed at all times.
• Assisting where
appropriate with the movement and/or training of animals, “Meet the Animals”
etc. as directed by senior staff.
• Maintaining
courteous and helpful relations with visitors.
• Reporting defects
and repairs required to the Animal Manager or more senior staff.
• Assisting in
various projects related to animal management as directed by senior animal
management staff.
Person
Specification:
• Practical
experience of animal management with a range of domestic and exotic species.
• Broad taxonomic
knowledge on a range of species managed within zoological collections.
• Willingness to
work on and learn about evolving husbandry management within zoological
collections to include positive re-enforcement training for behavioural
management and varied methods of enrichment for a range of species.
• Knowledge of
techniques used to handle specific animals should catch ups or veterinary
procedures require this.
• Be able to
demonstrate initiative and a pro-active approach to completing tasks beneficial
to the section/department without always waiting to be asked.
• Keeper experiences, children’s Birthday
parties and public engagement particularly with younger children are an
essential part of our business, we are very customer focused so please make
sure you are.
Please note*
• A full clean driving licence is required.
• Accommodation will not be provided on site.
• Public transport is an easy option for
those seeking this position.
• We do not hold telephone or Skype
interviews; all interviews will be held at the Zoo.
To Apply:
Applicants will need
to upload their CV, application form and covering letter (detailing relevant
experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details
of availability), to info@batterseaparkzoo.co.uk
Closing Date:
Midnight Thursday 30th June 2016
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