Senior Keeper
(Mammals)
Paignton Zoo
From £20,472
Full-time – 38.75
hours per week includes working a rota of 2 out of 3 weekends.
Permanent
Paignton Zoo, one of
the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity, has an
exciting opportunity for an experienced keeper to join our Mammal team. You
will be responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of a large and diverse
collection of mammals, with a focus on primates.
You will have at
least 4 years’ experience working with mammals and 2 years’ with primates as
well as having completed the DMZAA course or equivalent qualification.
Previous supervisory
experience would be beneficial. You will
be a self-motivated team player with experience of training new keepers. Good communication and ICT skills would be an
advantage.
You will have a
broad knowledge of husbandry practices and an understanding of Zoo license
regulations. Experience with great apes would be an advantage.
A full driving
license is essential.
Paignton Zoo offers
the following benefits (after probationary period):
• 28
days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years.
• Defined
contribution pension scheme
• Company
sick pay
• Branded
uniform provided (as required)
• Relevant
internal and external training provided
• Free
entry to our 3 zoos for staff and immediate family
• Complimentary
tickets
• Discounts
in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
• Free
staff parking
• Child
care vouchers
Please note, we will
be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout the advertising
period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to the closing
date. We would encourage you to submit your
application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. All candidates
will be notified of the outcome of their application by email within 4 weeks of
submitting their application. We are only able to provide individual feedback
to those candidates who are successful through to the interview stage.
Further details on
applying can be found on our website www.paigntonzoo.org.uk
Closing date: Friday
23rd February 2018
Interview date: TBC
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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