CARNIVORE & PROSIMIAN KEEPER VACANCY

CARNIVORE and PROSIMIAN KEEPER VACANCY

THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED

SALARY IRO £14,000 - £16,000 Dependant on experience.

RSCC is a small maverick, private conservation and breeding centre focused on the breeding of Rare and Endangered species of Carnivores & Nocturnal Prosimians. We are home to a diverse collection ranging from Aardwolf to Rusty Spotted Cat and Banded Civet to Tarsier.

We are not currently open to the public as a visitor attraction.

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced, self motivated, positive and enthusiastic Individual to join our team. They would work directly under our Head Keeper. The position would suit any experienced individual with a genuine passion for these animal groups.

REQUIREMENTS

* At least 2 years previous experience working or volunteering in a zoological facility or relevant field OR
  a graduate in Zoo animal husbandry or management.
* Strong communication and organisational skills and hands on approach.
* Ability to work as a team or alone when needed.
* A sincere passion in the species groups kept at our facility.
* Exceptional standards or hygiene and cleanliness are essential.

Accommodation is not available on site.

To Apply:
Please send C.V. to:
Director, Rare Species Conservation Centre, Dover Road, Sandwich, Kent CT13 0DG.
Or Email: todd@toddltd.com

Please ensure you include your email address and telephone number and a covering letter.

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SENIOR KEEPER - RARE SPECIES CONSERVATION CENTRE

RARE SPECIES CONSERVATION CENTRE - SENIOR KEEPER


We are currently looking for an experienced keeper who has a minimum of 2 years experience working in a Zoological collection. City and Guilds Animal Management certificate and ability to use ARKS preferred but not essential. You would be part of a small team split into three sections responsible for the care and welfare of a varied collection of species, specializing in small carnivores, felids and prosimians. You will required to work 5 days out of 7 and on public and bank holidays.


RSCC is a small facility and potential candidates must be able to work well in a small team, be an well organized and self motivated individual with high standards of hygiene and cleanliness which are essential in this role. Previous experience caring for small carnivores and/or felids would be very beneficial in this role. The opportunity for this position to become more senior in the near future is also available.



Position Start Date: March 1st

Accommodation: Not Available.

Closing Date: January 31st

Salary: Between £14,000 and £18,000 PA dependent on experience.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a C.V. and covering letter to: info@rarespeciesconservationcentre.org



PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS USUALLY RECEIVED, WE WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO RESPOND TO SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS.

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