Living Collections Assistant - Mammals

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

37.5 hours per week working 5 days from 7 to include weekends and bank holidays

£16,770 - £17,115 per annum

Fixed Term Contract for 12 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Slimbridge Wetland Centre to join the mammal team were we have a unique collection with vast potential. With exciting collection plans on the horizon, the mammal assistant will work with the Living Collections Supervisor for Mammals to develop a diverse and interactive wetland mammal visitor experience.

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic team of presenters and deliver daily talks with our resident otters. The role also presents occasional opportunities to be involved with the other two sections within the department and work with our extensive amphibian collection and our unique upcoming wetland bird display.

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:

- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

- Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)

- Life assurance

- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas

- Cycle to work scheme

- Free entry to all our centres

For more information, and to apply for the role, please visit

http://jobs.wwt.org.uk/vacancies/1289/ZooNewsDig/living_collections_assistant_mammals/

Closing date: 15^th March 2020

Interview date: 24^th March 2020

WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.