Education Officer and Work Experience Coordinator

Education Officer and Work Experience Coordinator

Blackpool Zoo

£13,390 per annum

This full time permanent position involves delivering daily talks around the zoo, teaching and evaluating sessions for school groups ( Keystage 1-4), working with several SEN/BESD groups who complete practical programmes on a weekly basis. In addition, the post will involve organising and running conservation fundraising events and co-ordinating the zoo’s work experience programme. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard working individual with a passion for conservation. Applicants should have relevant animal or teaching qualification, with experience working in a zoo environment preferred.

For more details and an application form, please contact: Sarah Thomas, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP. Telephone 01253 830805 email: sarah.thomas@blackpoolzoo.org.uk


Closing date: 3rd September 2010

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FdSc Course Preparation Assistant - Bristol Zoo

FdSc Course Preparation Assistant

12 Months Fixed Term Contract

22.5 hours per week, starting immediately.

Salary Range - £17,000 - £18,500 per annum pro rata

To assist Zoo staff in preparing for the delivery of the new Foundation Degree in Integrated Wildlife Conservation, delivered in partnership with Filton College and the University of the West of England.

Reporting to the Head of Research, the successful applicant will be expected to:

• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of the FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation course including the coordination of work placements for the 'work experience' modules.

• To research and write module handbooks for those modules that the Zoo will be leading on.

• To produce teaching material that can be used by the lecturers from the Zoo.

• To research course literature in order to prepare for the launch of the course.

A copy of the application form, recruitment monitoring form, job description and person specification can be found on our web site http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

To apply for this position please clearly mark your envelope ‘CPA’ and submit the completed application form, covering letter, current CV and recruitment monitoring form to:
Sarah Eason,
Payroll/HR Assistant,
Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Clifton,
Bristol,
BS8 3HA

Closing date for applications is 12.00 pm on Wednesday, 12th May 2010.

Interviews will be on the 18th May.

Email applications will not be accepted.

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Technical Instructor, Animal Management - Hadlow College

Technical Instructor, Animal Management - Hadlow College

£16,849 to £19,130 per annum - Plus Outer London Weighting £1,393 p.a

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Technical Instructor to work with our Animal Management team, providing support and technical assistance to our teaching staff at our satellite centre in Mottingham, South East London. You will be required to give practical demonstrations and technical instruction in varying aspects of animal care to our students. The successful candidate will work as part of a small team responsible for the care of the College animals and help to develop the collection under guidance from the Animal Curator.


The ability to communicate effectively is essential for this role along with at least two years relevant practical experience in a range of animal care activities. Candidates will need the ability to work well as part of a team, and qualifications A1/A2 (D32/D33) would also be an advantage, as would teaching and demonstrating experience.

This is a full time post working 37 hours per week working alternate weekends on a rota basis and you will be expected to work on occasional bank holidays.

The successful candidate will also need to be flexible, as the full-time hours may include travelling to our satellite centre at Canterbury and our main site in Hadlow.

As well as contributory pension scheme, sponsorship for further vocational and teacher training and free car parking, this post also attracts 25 days holiday each year (excluding bank holidays).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal Records Bureau Check (CRB) and provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

The job description and application form can be downloaded from our website, http://www.hadlow.ac.uk/  Alternatively, you can request an application pack by emailing jobs@hadlow.ac.uk  or telephoning 01732 850551.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 17th February, 2010.

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Hadlow College is a committed equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding; promoting the welfare of all learners, commitments we expect all staff to share.

Hadlow College is Kent's premier land-based college and one of the top three such colleges in the United Kingdom.

Animal Management courses are offered at 3 of our sites, Hadlow, Mottingham and Canterbury. Each of these sites has its own dedicated Animal Unit with a wide range of species including reptiles, small mammals, camelids and birds. We have seen year on year growth in student numbers which has enabled us to consistently develop practical resources to maximise student learning. The successful postholder will work with the existing team under the guidance of the Animal Curator to continue development of practical resources ensuring that Hadlow College remains the first choice for Animal Management education.

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Animal Keeper - Rodbaston College

Animal Keeper - Rodbaston College

37 hours per week
Salary: £12,243 - £14,832 p.a.

Post Ref: HR 09/042

The Animal Management Centre at South Staffordshire College-Rodbaston Campus houses a wide range of domestic and non-domestic species. We hold a zoo license, are members of ISIS and have several EEP and ESB species. We are currently extending the facility and the collection and we are seeking a new member of staff to take responsibility for one of the four sections that make up the Animal Centre.

The successful applicant will have a real passion for animals, a relevant qualification preferably to degree level or similar, relevant experience working in an accredited animal collection, be a team player and have the ability to supervise and informally instruct students of all levels and hold a clean UK driving licence. In addition, there is a requirement to work unsociable hours including weekends and bank holidays.

The College is working towards setting new standards for the husbandry of animals of all kinds and the successful applicant will be a key player in this.

Closing date: 1st October 2009

For an application pack please email your details quoting the post reference number to personnel@rodbaston.ac.uk you will receive an application form and job description by return email.

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabiliation of Offenders Act 1974, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

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SAFARI RANGER AT CHESTER ZOO

SAFARI RANGER AT CHESTER ZOO

Chester Zoo, one of Europe’s leading Zoological collections, has an active and award winning Education Division, and is now seeking to extend its educational outreach to schools within its catchments with the appointment of a Safari Ranger. This is a pilot scheme, externally funded, to run initially for one term only commencing 7th September 2009 until the 7th December 2009 and is in response to the government strategy ‘Every Child Matters’ and the three themes of ‘Aiming High’: empowerment, access and quality.

Work includes visiting local schools (including Special Schools) to deliver exciting and engaging workshop sessions that will act as stand-alone units of work or as pre-visit primers in preparation for students’ visits to the zoo. The post-holder will be expected to host zoo visits of any of the schools booking a follow-up session.

The post-holder will be required to work in partnership with teachers to develop units of work that meet curriculum requirements. Our approach to formal education is highly participatory so candidates will be expected to be outgoing and enthusiastic in their teaching style.

Applicants should have a Biology/Life Science degree, a good knowledge of natural history and conservation/environmental issues and a proven ability to communicate with a wide audience. A formal teaching qualification or experience in effective and sensitive communication within the context of working with children with special needs is essential.

The 35 hour week will run Monday to Friday. The rate of pay for this post is £8.90 per hour. Please note that as a charitable trust, our salary scale is not based on LEA scales.

The post-holder will hold a clean driving license and be able to drive themselves to and from schools. A zoo vehicle will be provided. This vehicle is to be left overnight and at weekends in the zoo.

This post is subject to an advanced CRB check.

For an application form please ring the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or e-mail recruitment@chesterzoo.org.

Closing date for applications is 4th August 2009.

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SCHOOL COORDINATORs - Colchester Zoo

SCHOOL COORDINATORs - Colchester Zoo


Job Description

SCHOOL COORDINATOR - primary focus Apply by email ( humanresources@colchester-zoo.co.uk )

Colchester Zoo is seeking a school coordinator to join the Discovery and Learning team at Colchester Zoo. The school coordinator will be responsible for delivering the primary school educational programme, and also assisting with secondary school teaching where needed. Other duties will include updating and developing the primary school programmes and assisting the Discovery and Learning department with educational activities in the discovery centre. The successful candidate must be experienced and confident in speaking to large groups of school children of varying ages. Previous zoo or conservation experience is an advantage but not essential. The closing date for this application is the 3rd July 2009.

SCHOOL CO-ORDINATOR - secondary focus Apply by email ( humanresources@colchester-zoo.co.uk )
Colchester Zoo is seeking a school coordinator to join the Discovery and Learning team at Colchester Zoo. The school coordinator will be responsible for delivering the secondary school educational programme, and also assisting with primary school teaching where needed. Other duties will include updating and developing the secondary school programmes and assisting the Discovery and Learning department with educational activities in the discovery centre. The successful candidate must be experienced and confident in speaking to large groups of school children of varying ages. Previous zoo or conservation experience is an advantage but not essential. The closing date for this application is the 3rd July 2009.

To apply for any of the above jobs please Telephone 01206-331292 extension 221 during office hours, or apply in writing quoting the specified reference number.


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