Team Leader
Based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
circa £28,000 per annum
The Zoological Society of London is looking to recruit a Team Leader for their Hub Region based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire. The region comprises of Sealion and Flying Bird demonstrations, as well as Children’s Farm and the Zoo’s bird collection
This is an exciting opportunity to not only develop the Sealion and Flying Bird demonstrations, the Children’s Farm visitor interaction areas but to oversee and lead a section whose objectives will also include national and international bird management programmes.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:
a proven track record of the management and training of birds and mammals particularly for demonstration purposes and be able to demonstrate a range of skills and knowledge in this field.
a high level of interpersonal and people management skills
an ability to interact with visitors and a high level of customer care
a good understanding of bird husbandry would also be an advantage.
All candidates must have a full driving licence.
In return we offer excellent benefits: non-contributory pension scheme, free life assurance and childcare voucher scheme.
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 dawn.sharpstone@zsl.org
The closing date for applications is Friday 11 June 2010
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