Zoo Jobs: VOLUNTEER ANIMAL KEEPER

VOLUNTEER ANIMAL KEEPER – Swaffham, NORFOLK

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to assist our animal care team within our small private, breeding collection situated near Swaffham Norfolk. Not open to the Public The project is set in the private grounds of the owner’s home.

· Our ‘Volunteer Keeper’ role is based on gaining practical experience in a role helping with all aspects of animal husbandry on a variety of animal species including Equine, birds of prey, primates and other exotic mammals

· This role is unpaid however you will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of evidence that may enhance employment prospects within this highly competitive sector and help you to shape the future of your career in animal management

The successful candidate will need to be able to commit 2-3 days per week long term

Applicants should be aware that this position can often be physically demanding and

Involves being outdoors in all weathers.

· RELEVANT ANIMAL MANAGEMENT OR KEEPING QUALIFICATION IS PREFERRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL

· OR CURRENTLY STUDYING ANIMAL CARE WOULD BE DESIRED WITH EXPERIENCE WITH ANIMAL HUSBANDRY.

DRIVER’S LICENSE AND OWN TRANSPORT WOULD BE NECESSARY

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS: 20TH SEPTEMBER 2019

PLEASE EMAIL YOUR CV AND COVERING LETTER - juancfursse@gmail.com

Please note we will not be able to reply to all applicants. Therefore if you have not heard from us, you will not have been selected for Interview or the position.

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