Bird Keeper
Paignton Zoo
Paignton Zoo, one of the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced keeper to join our Bird team.
The role involves the day to day husbandry of a large and diverse collection of birds focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record keeping and ensuring that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards. You will be confident speaking to guests and responding to their questions. Duties will include daily observations of individual animals and completion of relevant records. Experience with ratites would be advantageous.
You will have at least 4 years’ relevant experience or have 2 years’ experience and have completed the DMZAA course or equivalent qualification.
The post is for 38.75 hours per week, which may include weekends and Bank Holidays.
Paignton Zoo offers the following benefits (after probationary period):
- 28 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Free entry to our 3 zoos for staff and immediate family
- Complimentary tickets
- Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
- Free staff parking
Closing date for applications is: 21st Jan 2019
FFor more information and to complete our online application form please visit www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/about/vacancies
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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