Head of Birds / Aviculture
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
37.5 hours per week to be worked on a rota basis to include
weekends, bank holidays and evenings in line with business requirements.
£26,669 per annum
The opportunity to live on site in rent free accommodation is
available, subject to conditions.
Slimbridge Wetland Centre is evolving and
growing. We have a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to curate and
breed our renowned collection of over 2,500 water birds, and lead a dedicated
team of aviculturists. If you are passionate about birds and are eager to play
a vital role in their care this is the ideal role in which to pursue your
career ambitions and make a real difference.
We
are looking for a leader with a track record of managing animal care teams at a
well-respected animal institution. You will be motivated, energetic and
approachable with a good knowledge of water bird management and their
environmental requirements. An enthusiastic approach and a desire to pass on
that enthusiasm to others is also essential.
You will work closely with other departments to
drive operational improvements across the site and achieve an amazing,
surprising, inspiring and engaging visitor experience. The successful candidate
will also support WWT’s visitor engagement strategy and specific centre
objectives.
An on-site 3 bedroom cottage is available for
you and your family to reside in, rent free, should you wish, this residence is
subject to additional security and welfare responsibilities which will be fully
explained to you at interview.
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a
conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We
conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland
wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a
million visitors a year engage with wetland nature. We work internationally in
key global wetland areas, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods
and influencing national and international conservation policies.
In return for your hard
work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service
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Contributory pension scheme
(conditions apply)
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Life assurance
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Free parking
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Cycle to work scheme
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Free entry to all our centres
This role is known
internally as Deputy Living Collections Manager –
Aviculture
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
For more information, and to apply for the role, please
visit
Closing date: Sunday 16th June
Interview date: Friday 28th
June
Registered Charity Number England
& Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410
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