Full-time Animal Care Assistant
Cornish Seal Sanctuary
The SEA LIFE TRUST
Cornish Seal Sanctuary is a charity that rescues and rehabilitates grey seal
pups from around the Cornish coastline.
Each season, the
Sanctuary rehabilitates over 70 seal pups that have been rescued for various
reasons, from malnourishment to being separated from their mum.
The Sanctuary also
provides a permanent home to animals that need special care from our team of
marine animal experts.
The Role
Come and join our
amazing team of marine animal experts as an Animal Care Assistant at the
Cornish Seal Sanctuary. The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is a leading seal
rehabilitation centre in Europe, and has the largest group of resident
pinnipeds in the UK. As an international facility with more than 50 years of
experience, the Seal Sanctuary offers outstanding opportunities for learning
about seal rehabilitation as well as the care and husbandry of captive grey
seals, common seals and southern sea lions.
Core responsibilities for the position would include:
- Daily maintenance of all animal facilities and physical resources, including the Seal Hospital, outdoor pools, enclosures and associated plant systems;
- All aspects of the rescue/rehabilitation/release of seal pups;
- All resident animal care and husbandry, including environmental enrichment and training;
- Ensuring that visitors are well informed about the animals in our care and about marine conservation issues through the delivery of daily talks and demonstrations.
This is a full-time
position, working 40 hours per week.
The Person
The ideal candidate
will have a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science / Management / Zoology or
Biology or related subjects, and a proven track record within the field of
applied animal care, handling, and husbandry. Knowledge and experience of
captive marine mammal management, seal rehabilitation, husbandry training and
plant maintenance are desirable.
S/he will need to
have patience, a good sense of humour, superior communications skills, a strong
sense of teamwork, and flexibility with working hours/days. Excellent health
and stamina (including the ability to lift heavy weights), and a full clean driving
licence, are also essential.
The Application
If you are
interested and have the necessary skills and qualifications to fill the
position, please apply by email with a full CV and cover letter to:
slcgweek@sealifetrust.com
Closing date
for receipt of applications is 5th August 2020.
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