Friday, January 3, 2020

Animal Keeper - Invertebrates and Lower Vertebrates



Animal Keeper - Invertebrates and Lower Vertebrates

Animal Keeper – Invertebrates and Lower Vertebrates
Reference Number: SCCG2054
Salary: Starting salary £17,467 per annum with incremental progression to £19,285
Advert Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 6th January 2020
Interview Date: Week commencing 13th January 2020
Location: Eccles Sixth Form College

Contract Type:
Permanent
Hours per Week: 37

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, full time Animal Keeper to join this expanding, successful and highly motivated team. This is an exciting time to join the Life Sciences Department at Eccles Sixth Form College, as we expand our already extensive animal collection and move towards full zoo accreditation.  The successful applicant will have knowledge and experience of practical husbandry, health and welfare of a range of taxa. You will be responsible for the day to day care for all of the animals at Eccles Sixth Form College, with a responsibility for the invertebrate and lower vertebrate section. Candidates should have extensive knowledge and a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working within a zoological collection. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with a range of reptile, amphibian, terrestrial invertebrate, marine invertebrate and fish species, including knowledge of filtration systems, quarantine protocols and live food culturing. You will be well motivated, responsive to change and innovative with good communication skills. The role requires flexibility and commitment. You will be required to work weekends.

About Us
To apply for this job, please complete the registration and online application form via our website.


Reason to Join Us:
• A range of developmental & career opportunities
• Optional Salary Sacrifice Schemes for the latest technology, mobile phones & bikes
• Staff Benefits Package with the best discounts and savings from high-street retailers, holidays and cinemas
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and health cash plans
• Family Friendly & Flexible Working Policies

Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees. Appointees will be required to pay for their own DBS checks where applicable to the post.

To Apply please click HERE

Advert Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 6th January 2020











photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

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