Experienced Zoo
Keeper
Full time
Here at All Things
Wild Nature Centre we are currently in our next phase of development with
exciting times ahead. As the zoo expands, so does the need for new keepers to
join our zoo keeper team.
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for the need of an experienced zoo keeper to work 5 days
a week including bank holidays and weekends. The successful applicant will have
a keen passion for the natural world and conservation. A good eye for detail
and high standards for animal husbandry are a must.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist
the Zoo team with day to day duties of animal husbandry.
• Have
a minimum of 1-2 years employed within a zoo environment.
• To
ensure the highest standard of animal welfare is being adhered to.
• To
be competent delivering talks and experiences to members of the public.
• Handle
enquiries from visitors.
• Assist
in overseeing volunteers.
Key skills and
requirements
• The
DMZAA animal course is advantageous but not necessary.
• Must
have a can do attitude.
• Strong
verbal communication skills and good customer care skills as she/he will be
delivering animal presentations/talks to our visitors.
• An
excellent time keeper.
• Work
well as part of a team.
• The
ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
• A
full UK driving license is desirable.
To Apply
Please send your CV
and covering letter to Robert Killips, Head Keeper, All Things Wild Nature
Centre, Station road, Honeybourne, Nr Evesham, WR11 7QZ. Alternatively, you can
email headkeeper@allthingswild.co.uk
Closing date for
applications: Friday 14th April 2017
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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