Education Intern
Full time
Fixed Term Contract – 1 year
Unpaid/Voluntary placement
If
you are interested in conservation, sustainability, education and rainforests.
The Living Rainforest provides an excellent opportunity to make a real
difference.
Founded
in 1993 The Living Rainforest provides a real rainforest experience for
visitors to explore these unique habitats. The sensory experience allows people
to connect with these complex eco-systems by exploring over 600 species of
plants and animals.
We
currently require an outgoing, creative and motivated individual to take on the
role of Education Intern. Working within our highly successful education and
school visits programme you will gain valuable experience in environmental and
zoo education.
Responsibilities/Role Duties:
The
role will include but is not limited to:
Assisting
the Education team in bookings, project development and creation of holiday
activities and displays.
Delivering
curriculum led guided tours, meet and greet schools and maintenance of
education areas along with assisting other departments if required.
Key Skills and Requirements
The
successful applicant will be educated to degree (or equivalent) level in a
relevant subject. They will have excellent organisation skills with ability to
work on multiple projects at once; they will also have strong inter-personal
skills as they will be working with a wide range of age groups.
Previous
experience of working with children and young people is ideal but not essential
as full training will be provided. Some knowledge of the National Curriculum
will also be useful.
Please
apply by sending your CV and a covering letter to enquiries@livingrainforest.org
Closing
Date: 30 June 2017
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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