EXPERIENCED MAMMAL KEEPER

EXPERIENCED MAMMAL KEEPER

Experienced Mammal Keeper (Ref - AD/MK/11)

Blackpool Zoo is looking for an experienced mammal keeper to assist in the daily care and husbandry needs of its mammal section that it currently maintains including giraffes, bongo and big cats.

You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. You should possess the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of zoo Animals or an equivalent and have a minimum of three years mammal keeping experience. Some experience with hoof stock and big cats would be advantageous although not essential.
For the above we offer a competitive salary, inclusion in the company’s pension scheme and the opportunity to further your career within the zoological world.

Subsidised single occupancy (on site) accommodation will be available with these posts, if required.

Blackpool Zoo is ideally and conveniently located on the outskirts of the "UK most popular holiday resort". Less than a 5 minute drive from the M55 motorway, the zoo’s site is also easily accessible from numerous rural villages in the surrounding area. The zoo itself is situated in a well established green belt area of the town and is only a 10 minute drive away from the town centre, which offers a veritable feast of nightlife, entertainment and shopping as well as the famous Golden Mile coastline. Blackpool can genuinely offer "something for everyone", from singles to families, yet within an hour drive of this vibrant town you can be in the Lake District, Manchester or even the Yorkshire Dales

The closing date for applications is the 23rd May 2011.

A job description for the post can be obtained from the Personnel Department

Please apply, in writing enclosing a full CV and quoting the Reference number
of the post, to:

Personnel Department
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive
Blackpool
FY3 8PP

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SENIOR KEEPER BIRDS & REPTILES

SENIOR KEEPER BIRDS and REPTILES

Experienced Senior Keeper Bird/Reptile Section (Ref No: AD/B2/11)

Experienced Senior Keeper, to oversee the day to day running of Bird/Reptile Section within the zoo. The role dictates that a ‘hands on’ approach will be required and an emphasis on coaching of individuals and team building.

As well as being responsible for your section, you will also assist and deputise for the head keeper of your area with some of their work and help in developing and moving forward your section within the framework of the animal department's aims and objectives in a new and exciting period within Blackpool Zoo’s history.

You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. A minimum of 5 years zoo keeping experience with a minimum of three years experience working with exotic birds in a zoo environment plus proven people management skills and the Advanced Zoo Animal Management course, or equivalent, are essential.

For the above we offer a competitive salary, inclusion in the company’s pension scheme and the opportunity to further your career within the zoological world.

Subsidised single occupancy (on site) accommodation will be available with these posts, if required.

Blackpool Zoo is ideally and conveniently located on the outskirts of the "UK most popular holiday resort". Less than a 5 minute drive from the M55 motorway, the zoo’s site is also easily accessible from numerous rural villages in the surrounding area. The zoo itself is situated in a well established green belt area of the town and is only a 10 minute drive away from the town centre, which offers a veritable feast of nightlife, entertainment and shopping as well as the famous Golden Mile coastline. Blackpool can genuinely offer "something for everyone", from singles to families, yet
within an hour drive of this vibrant town you can be in the Lake District, Manchester or even the Yorkshire Dales

The closing date for applications is the 23rd May 2011.


A job description for the post can be obtained from the Personnel Department

Please apply, in writing enclosing a full CV and quoting the Reference number
of the post, to:

Personnel Department
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive
Blackpool
FY3 8PP

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Team Leader - Asia/Elephant Department - Whipsnade Zoo

Team Leader

Based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

£28,960 per annum

Applications are invited for the post of Team Leader on the Asia/Elephant Department based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire.

We seek a highly skilled and knowledgeable ungulate keeper with strong leadership and organizational abilities to head up the Asia part of our Asia/Elephant Team.

Working with the Assistant Curator (Elephants) the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day management of the section and assist in the development of the Asia region.

You will have excellent people skills, exude enthusiasm and have a ‘can do’ attitude.

You will have a proven ability to manage a variety of hoof stock species including rhino, wild horse, deer, camel, yak and oryx. Some experience of working with Elephants would be a clear advantage.

Key skills required:

• Team Management
• Animal Husbandry
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication – oral and written
• Project development

A full driving licence is essential for this position.

In return we offer excellent benefits: non-contributory pension scheme, free life assurance and childcare voucher scheme. Single or family accommodation is available.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the above position to: HR Department, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Whipsnade, Nr Dunstable, Beds. LU6 2LF or email wzhr@zsl.org

The closing date for applications will be Monday 21 February 2011.

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Avon Gorge & Downs summer education officer

Based at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Avon Gorge and Downs summer education officer

Part-time 22.5 hours a week over 3 days

A part-time summer education officer is required on a 6 month fixed-term contract.

You will be required to teach stimulating, enjoyable and informative sessions to school groups and play schemes on the Downs. You will also help widen the range of groups that visit the Downs by promoting these sessions to new audiences. You will also plan and run children’s holiday events and provide craft activities at public events.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, British wildlife/conservation knowledge and the enthusiasm to share this with others, the ability to work independently and in a team, ICT skills, the ability to work under pressure and be flexible.

This is a part-time post of 22.5 hours a week, over 3 days. The salary for this position is £17,823 per annum, pro-rata for months and hours worked.

To apply for this position download the documents from http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

Closing date for applications is 3.00pm on Monday 21st February. Interviews will take place on Monday 28th February.

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Animal Department Supervisor

Due to the expansion of the animal collection at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, near Doncaster, a new senior position has been created as a second Animal Supervisor in the Animal Department.

Reporting directly to the Director of the Animal Department, the postholder will work jointly with the current Animal Department Supervisor to provide leadership and development for the animal team and develop the husbandry, welfare and conservation knowledge of the department as the animal collection increases.

-The successful applicant will have several years experience in a senior position in a UK collection

-Minimum qualification level of National Diploma in Zoo Animal Management

-Primate and hoofstock experience would be especially relevant

-Record keeping, Arks/Zims experience

-Protocol and systems development

-Firearms experience (not essential)

-A demonstrated history of leadership skills

-Understanding and commitment to the visitor experience

-Enthusiasm and drive to support the ongoing development and implementation of the animal collection plan

For an application form and further details please contact Clare Pearson in the HR Department on c.pearson@yorkshirewildlifepark.com or call 01302 535057.
For more information about the Park, please have a look at the website http://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/

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WOW! Gorilla Outreach Officer

Fixed term position until 31st August 2011
Salary Range £16,750 - £17,500 per annum (pro-rata for months worked)

Our Learning Department requires a full-time Outreach Officer to deliver our WOW! Gorilla programme to schools, businesses and community groups.

You will be required to provide and coordinate an outreach and support service to all schools, community groups and businesses that sponsor/buy a gorilla sculpture as part of the WOW! Gorilla programme. Background information on this programme can be found on our website http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, wildlife and conservation knowledge with the enthusiasm to share this with others. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team and be flexible and able to work under pressure. Basic ICT skills are essential.

For details on how to apply and a copy of the job description, person specification and the application form please visit http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

Closing date for applications is 3.00 pm on Monday 24th January 2011, postal applications only; we will not be accepting any by email.

Please ensure that you pay sufficient postage and that your envelope is clearly marked ‘WGO application’.

Bristol Zoo Gardens is a registered conservation and education charity.

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BIRD KEEPER - Whipsnade Zoo

BIRD KEEPER

Based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Bedfordshire

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo seeks an experienced Bird Keeper to work with a variety of birds throughout the zoo

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of bird husbandry and management including reproductive management and incubation techniques and be able to demonstrate a range of skills and knowledge in this field. In addition good communication skills and enthusiasm are essential. The ANCZAM qualification or similar is an advantage although those with appropriate experience and ability will also be considered.

In return we offer an attractive package of remuneration including a salary range between £15000 - £22000 pa depending on experience.

To apply please send a cv together with a covering letter or a letter of application explaining how you meet the requirements of the position to: To apply, please send a full CV including a covering letter detailing your suitability for the above position to: Human Resources Department, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Whipsnade, Nr Dunstable. Beds LU6 2LF or email wzhr@zsl.org

Closing date for applications is: Monday 22 November 2010

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Senior Primate Keeper - Newquay Zoo

Senior Primate Keeper - Newquay Zoo

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Primate Keeper to join the team at Newquay Zoo. The post requires a hard working, dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable individual to oversee and contribute to the day to day running of this varied section.

The ideal candidate will possess the aptitude to implement, update and improve the current management techniques for nutrition, enrichment and behavioural training of these taxa. In addition, they will assist in the future development of the section and be involved with in house staff training.

The section currently houses 13 species of primates consisting of Callitrichids, Prosimians and Old and New World Primates.

A minimum of 6 years working with primates is required and preferably within a BIAZA/EAZA recognised institution. The ideal candidate will have attained the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals or equivalent.

The closing date for applications is the 16th August 2010.

Please apply, in writing, enclosing a full CV and covering letter to:-



The Director
Newquay Zoo
Trenance Gardens
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 2LZ

Or alternatively

Email:- info@newquayzoo.org.uk


Sam Harley
Head Keeper
EEP Coordinator for Margay (Leopardus wiedii)
Newquay Zoo
Trenance Gardens
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 2LZ

Telephone: 01637 873342

Fax: 01637 873518

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Seasonal Zoo Keeper - Flamingo Land Zoo

Seasonal Zoo Keeper

Flamingo Land Zoo

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Closing date: 04th July 2010


Flamingo Land zoological department is looking for a seasonal zoo keeper to join our team. Flamingo Land is one of the leading tourist attractions in the UK, attracting more than 1.4 million visitors each year. The zoo is in an exciting phase of development that has recently seen the creation of a number of themed zoogeographic areas and the development of the education and conservation departments. The successful candidate will be working with a variety of taxa, and will take a lead role in our keeper for the day scheme. All of our zoo keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include research, environmental enrichment and education.


The successful candidate should have an Animal Management qualification (HND or higher) and relevant zoo experience. The successful candidate will also be enthusiastic, reliable and a good team player.


Interviews will take place during the week beginning the 05th July 2010.


Please send a CV and covering letter (stating the position applied for) before 04th July 2010 to:


Ross Snipp
Zoo Manager
Flamingo Land
Kirby Misperton
Malton
North Yorkshire
YO17 6UX

01653668287 ext 267
Ross.Snipp@flamingoland.co.uk

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Sea Lion Trainer - Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park

Sea Lion Trainer

Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park

Job Title: Senior Sea Lion Trainer

Organisation: Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park

Location: North Devon, England

We are offering an exciting oppurtunity for an experienced animal trainer interested in assuming a senior role in our Sea Lion department.

The succesful candidates duties will include assisting in the care, training, and presenting of the park’s Sea Lions. They will be involved in all aspects of their animal husbandry and will also be responsible for the care of our African Penguins.

This position also offers the oppurtunity to assist in public swims with the Sea Lions. We are currently the only park in the UK which offers swim encounters with marine mammals.

The succesful candidate will need to be hard working, physically fit, reliable and have a positive and enthusiastic attitude. They will need to have a minimum of three years experience in animal training, preferably at least two with Sea Lions.

Closing date for application: 10th June 2010

To apply please send a cover letter and your CV to:

Address:
FAO Sea Lion Depatment
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Combe Martin
North Devon
EX34 ONG

Email:
info@dinosaur-park.com

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Shepreth Wildlife Park - Experienced Animal Keeper

Shepreth Wildlife Park - Experienced Animal Keeper

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Shepreth Wildlife Park is looking for an experienced animal keeper to join our team. The successful candidate will be expected to work with a variety of taxa, including small mammals, primates, birds, reptiles and invertebrates. All of our keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include environmental enrichment and education.


In addition to general husbandry requirements, the position will involve public presentations both on and off-site with a range of invertebrates and reptiles. Experience in falconry (preferably Lantra Approved) would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will have at least three years experience working in an animal collection and relevant academic qualifications. They will also be enthusiastic, reliable and a good team player, and must have held a clean driving licence for at least 2 years.



Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday.
Hours: 9am - 6pm (Peak) 9am - 5pm (Off- Peak)



Please send a CV and covering letter before 29th March 2010 to:

Rebecca Willers Animal Manager

Shepreth Wildlife Park Station Road Shepreth Herts SG8 6PZ

rebecca@sheprethwildlifepark.co.uk

07986 382643

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Big Cat Keeper - Tiger Handler - Level 1

Big Cat Keeper - Tiger Handler - Level 1

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Department: Big Cats

Position Description: As a Keeper, you will have primary responsibility for the care and well being of animals under your attendance. Zoo Keepers must also be understanding and sensitive to the needs of the animals under their care. They are responsible for the animal exhibit’s, involved with maintenance and landscaping and presenting at daily demonstrations. Zoo Keepers are dedicated to conservation issues and animal welfare.

Zoo keepers at Australia Zoo continually work towards providing improved facilities and care for the animals. They do this with enthusiasm and motivation towards their individual learning and training.

Duties will include:


•Maintain proper cleaning procedures.

•Maintain health and safety procedures as directed by senior keepers.

•Maintain security procedures.

•Follow instructions in a safe and secure manner.

•Learn introduction process with cats.

•Establish good relationship with cats.

•Form an understanding of cat behaviour.

•Form a brief understanding of each of the cats personalities.

•Form brief understanding of leash training.

•Form a brief understanding of back-up duties on walks.

•Form good communication skills with public and media.

•Prepare diets, and gain knowledge on cat nutrition.

•Have a good understanding of exhibit or requirements for felids.

•Perform all hands on contact with big cats under direct supervision.

•Work within the guidelines of health and safety procedures to ensure both animal and personal, and visitor security.

•Participate in performance training and development reviews or programs as requested by the company both on and off the job.

•Attend meetings as requested by Management and Supervisors.

•Other duties as requested by Senior Management

Weekend availability and own transport essential.

Apply for this job below. Applications close 19th of April 2010

Here is a checklist of information you will need to have ready before you start to complete the employment application form:




•Education history

•Employment history

•References

•Any qualifications you may have eg First Aid

•Any achievements you may like to tell us about

•your availability (what hours can you work)

•A resume in .pdf or .doc format

•Any other info that may support your application

Please allow 20 minutes to complete the application.

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Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - Deputy Section Head Large Carnivores

Deputy Section Head Large Carnivores

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is seeking an experienced and hardworking dedicated keeper to deputise in a small team of enthusiastic likeminded keepers. We have one of the leading collections of large carnivores in the UK including snow leopards, tigers, lions, cheetah, wild dogs, wolves and hyenas. The position will also include some reptile work.

This is a very physical role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake all duties on the section from cutting up/prepping meat, cleaning, maintaining records to designing and building enclosures. The deputy will be required to manage the section in the absence of the Section Manager. Conservation education plays a big role in the park so there will be plenty of opportunities for doing talks and displays to the public.

You must have significant experience working with large carnivores in a zoo park or equivalent environment and posses an excellent knowledge of large carnivores. Hands on catch and restraint experience and meat preparation experience is a must as is a full valid driving licence. We are looking for an individual who is hardworking, passionate and committed with a knowledge of current conservation issues and experience in recordkeeping, writing risk assessments and presenting talks to the public.

Some reptile experience would be an advantage as would a firearm licence and experience gained in off road driving. An animal management qualification or equivalent is not essential but would be an advantage as would experience in a supervisory or leadership role.

To apply: Please send a full CV and covering letter to: The Human Resources Department, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Port Lympne, Nr Hythe Kent CT21 4PD. Or e-mail personnel@howletts.net

Closing Date: 28th March

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Bird Trainer - Chessington World of Adventures

BIRD TRAINER

Chessington Zoo has a full time position available for enthusiastic and career-minded person and is currently looking for an experienced Bird trainer to work on the animal behaviour team.

Your challenge…

Main responsibilities include:

Maintain a high level of bird husbandry and Enrichment on the Section

Provide relevant training to designated stock to present animals in an enjoyable and informative way

Maintain training of birds, and initiate ideas and training

Ensure the Health and Safety of self, internal and external customers

Maintain a constant level of work in the Section with a view to public appreciation

Ensure our guests feel immersed into interactive, educational and informative talks and displays of natural behaviour

Monitor levels of food stores and supplies to minimise wastage.

Work closely with the Head of Section to ensure sharing of best practices and consistency of procedures and processes across Park wherever possible

What you’ll bring…

Our ideal candidate will have/be:

At least 2-4 years professional bird training experience in a zoo or aquarium setting however consideration will be given to applicants with a demonstrated background of animal care, and animal training with exotics

Excellent communication skills

Willing to share their enthusiasm with members of the public and other staff members.

Able to deliver to our guests in a clear, confident and enjoyable manner

Ability to operate in a calm and professional manner when under pressure

Dedicated, hard working and a team player.

Working pattern…

We have 1 full time position available

It is based at Chessington World of Adventures.

Typical working pattern will be 8 hours on a 5 day basis collating to a 40 hour week. This will however be determined by the needs of the business, you will be required to work weekends and bank holidays. You will be based primarily on site, however there may be a need to undertake occasional travel to other attractions.

Please send resume and cover letter to

will.elgar@chessington.co.uk

Head of Animal Behaviour and Enrichment

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Head of Wetland Conservation

Head of Wetland Conservation

WWT HQ, Slimbridge

37.5 Hours per week - c. £38,000-£40,000 pa

The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) is the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. Our mission is to conserve wetlands for wildlife and people. WWT operates nine visitor centres in the UK aimed at conserving biodiversity and bringing people closer to wetland wildlife.

Our wetland conservation programmes include research into wetland ecological processes and site-based work both on and off our reserves in the UK, and overseas. Our international work, which currently takes place at selected locations in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America, aims to benefit both wetland wildlife and local communities.

WWT requires an innovative individual with enthusiasm, drive and a strong background in the design, implementation and management of conservation projects to head the Wetland Conservation Department and be responsible for the delivery of its programmes.

The successful candidate will be a good communicator with a proven track record of managing people and conservation projects from development to delivery. International experience, a science background and a strong publications record are desirable.

A job description and application pack is available from http://www.wwt.org.uk/  . Alternatively you can email recruitment@wwt.org.uk  or write to HR Department, WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

Closing date for applications is 21st February 2010.

Interviews will take place on 16th March 2010.

Saving wetlands for wildlife and people


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Animal Trainers - Chessington Zoo

Chessington Zoo has seasonal positions available for enthusiastic and career-minded animal trainers and is currently looking for an experienced trainer to work on the animal behaviour team.


Your challenge…

Main responsibilities include:

Maintain a high level of animal husbandry on the Section

Provide relevant training to designated stock to present animals in an enjoyable and informative way

Maintain training of stock, and initiate ideas and training

Ensure the Health and Safety of self, internal and external customers

Maintain a constant level of work in the Section with a view to public appreciation

Ensure our guests feel immersed into interactive, educational and informative talks and displays of natural behaviour

Monitor levels of food stores and supplies to minimise wastage.

Work closely with the Head of Section to ensure sharing of best practices and consistency of procedures and processes across Park wherever possible



What you’ll bring…

Our ideal candidate will have/be:

Excellent communication skills

Willing to share their enthusiasm with members of the public and other staff members.

Able to deliver to our guests in a clear, confident and enjoyable manner Diving qualifications are preferred.

Ability to operate in a calm and professional manner when under pressure Dedicated, hard working and a team player.

At least 2 years professional animal training/care experience in a zoo or aquarium setting however consideration will be given to applicants with a demonstrated background of animal care.



Working pattern…

We have 2 full time positions available:

1 x 6 months

1 x 12-18 months

They are both based at Chessington World of Adventures.

Typical working pattern will be 8 hours on a 5 day basis collating to a 40 hour week. This will however be determined by the needs of the business, you will be required to work weekends and bank holidays. You will be based primarily on site, however there may be a need to undertake occasional travel to other attractions.



Please send resume and cover letter to

will.elgar@chessington.co.uk

Head of Animal Behaviour and Enrichment

 

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Education Officer - Woburn Safari Park

Education Officers


Woburn Safari Park wishes to recruit staff to join its education team for the 2010 season.



These positions include delivery of the schools education programme, assisting with holiday activities, administration of bookings and responding to enquiries. Potential applicants should have previous experience of working with children, good administration skills and be enthusiastic about animals and conservation.



These positions are fixed term from March-October or June to August and are predominately Monday to Friday but weekend work will be required.



To apply, please visit our website www.woburnsafari.co.uk/jobs  If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Adele Clegg, Head of Learning on (01525) 290991 or email adele.clegg@woburnsafari.co.uk



The closing date for all applications is 25th January 2010.

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Senior Bird Keeper and Animal Keeper at Newquay Zoo

Senior Bird Keeper


A new opportunity has arisen for a Senior Bird Keeper at Newquay Zoo.
The post requires a hard working, dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable
individual to oversee and contribute to the day to day running of this
varied and expanding section and be involved with in house staff
training.

The section currently houses over 50 species of birds with approximately
190 specimens including Sphenisciformes, Psittaciformes and an ever
growing collection of Passeriformes.

A minimum of 6 years working with avids is required and preferably
within a BIAZA/EAZA recognised institution. The ideal candidate will
have attained the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo
Animals or equivalent.

Animal Keeper

A position has become available for the post of Animal Keeper at Newquay
Zoo. The ideal candidate should possess at least 2 years animal keeping
experience and will have preferably completed and passed the Advanced
National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals.

The applicant will be expected to work on their own initiative and as
part of a team, and be dedicated to the ongoing development of the zoo.

Duties will include attending to the husbandry requirements of a variety
of animals across a range of taxa, as directed by a Senior Keeper or the
Head Keeper. Daily observations of individual animals, completion of
relevant records, and having the ability to answer visitors' questions
as required, in a courteous and informative manner, are fundamental for
this position.

Closing date for applications, for both positions, is the 25th January
2010.

Please apply, in writing, enclosing a full CV and cover letter to:-

The Director
Newquay Zoo
Trenance Gardens
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 2LZ

email:- info@newquayzoo.org.uk

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Education Officer - Bristol Zoo Gardens

Bristol Zoo Gardens - Education Officer
Salary Range £17,000 pa - £17,474 pa

Our Learning Department requires a full-time Education Officer to provide maternity cover starting during February 2010; the position could last for up to one year.
You will be required to teach sessions within the Zoo’s purpose-built Conservation Education Centre, on a range of topics, to booked groups of varying age and ability; also to assist with many other tasks within the Department, including seasonal activities.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, wildlife and conservation knowledge with the enthusiasm to share this with others. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. You must be flexible and able to work under pressure. Basic ICT skills are essential.

A copy of the job description, person specification and application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Monday 4 January 2010. Interviews will be held on Friday 15 January 2010.

Bristol Zoo Gardens is a registered conservation and education charity.

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