Zoo Jobs: Animal Keeper – Fixed Term Part Time

Animal Keeper – Fixed Term Part Time

We are looking to add a dedicated animal keeper to our team, on a varied hour, fixed term contract, working with a variety of taxa.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and passionate about wildlife, with the skills required to communicate this to our visitors.

They must be able to demonstrate knowledge of modern zoo practices relating to husbandry, nutrition, enrichment and veterinary care as well as understanding the importance of research and conservation activities.

The successful candidate should have previous experience working with animals in a similar role in a zoological collection and hold a relevant qualification in animal management such as the DMZAA or equivalent.

The position also includes educational work, providing tours to school groups and assisting with outreach activities.

Delivering talks, feeds and animal experiences are also an important part of the position.

Skills required:

• Relevant qualification.

• Previous experience working within a zoological collection.

• Motivated and enthusiastic individual who can work alone and as part of a team.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Good organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent hygiene standards.

• Computer literate

• Wide knowledge of biology, ecology and captive requirements of taxa relevant to the collection

• Flexible approach to work and ability to work under pressure

• Full clean driving license is preferable but not essential.

This is a variable hour, fixed term 6 month contract, with a minimum of 3 days a week which includes working regular weekends and bank holidays as well as being on call for out of hour's emergencies and working sometimes early or late to meet business needs. For the right candidate, the position has the potential to become full time.

Good understanding of health and safety within the work place are also essential.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to enquiries@hemsleyconservationcentre.co.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 17th November 2017