Animal Keeper – Fixed Term - Carnivores

Animal Keeper – Fixed Term - Carnivores

Woburn Safari Park

Bedfordshire

Woburn Safari Park is home to some of the most magnificent and dangerous animals.  Today it forms part of the Bedford Estates which includes Woburn Abbey & Gardens, the Sculpture Gallery, Woburn Golf Club and The Woburn Hotel.

We are currently recruiting for a seasonal Animal Keeper to join the Carnivores department, working with wolves, bears, lions and tigers, to start in February through to November 2015.

Working as part of a close team you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of animal care and welfare and ensuring safety standards are adhered to, including the associated risk assessments and protocols, whilst ensuring the best possible visitor experience is delivered.

You should have previous experience of working with Carnivores or a similar environment and a Zoo Animal Management qualification or equivalent is desirable.  As driving is a fundamental requirement of the role a full current driving license is essential.

The successful applicant should demonstrate a passion for animal welfare & conservation, be highly motivated, flexible and committed to Woburn Safari Park’s high standards of husbandry and welfare.

Applicants will need to be flexible as regular weekend working is required to meet the needs of the business.

For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website www.woburnsafari.co.uk

Closing date: Saturday 31st January 2015

If you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

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