Saturday, June 17, 2017

Herpetology Keeper


Herpetology Keeper

Herpetology Keeper - Full time

Here at All Things Wild Nature Centre we are currently in our next phase of development with exciting times ahead. As the zoo expands, so does the need for new keepers to join our Animal Keeping team.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the need of a Reptile keeper to work 5 days a week including bank holidays and weekends. The successful applicant will have a keen passion for the natural world and conservation. A good eye for detail and high standards for animal husbandry are a must.

Key Responsibilities

•        Assist the Zoo team with day to day duties of animal husbandry.
•        To ensure the highest standard of animal welfare is being adhered to.
•        To be competent delivering talks and experiences to members of the public. 
•        Handle enquiries from visitors.
•        Assist in overseeing volunteers.
•        Liaise with the Head Keeper to develop the Reptile section.

Key skills and requirements

•        Have a minimum of 2 years working with Reptiles and Amphibians.
•        Previous experience working within a zoological environment is advantageous as the successful applicant may be required to cover other departments when necessary.
•        Must have a can do attitude.
•        Strong verbal communication skills and good customer care skills as she/he will be delivering animal presentations/talks to our visitors.
•        An excellent time keeper.
•        Work well as part of a team.
•        The ability to keep calm in stressful situations.  
•        A full UK driving license is required.

To Apply
Please send your CV and covering letter to Robert Killips, Head Keeper, All Things Wild Nature Centre, Station road, Honeybourne, Nr Evesham, WR11 7QZ. Alternatively, you can email headkeeper@allthingswild.co.uk


Closing date for applications: Saturday 1st July 2017


Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
      

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