Animal Unit Manager
This is an exciting
opportunity to get involved in the development and expansion of the Animal
Management Unit and School Zoo at Bede’s during its development.
You will work under
the direction of the Head of Animal Management, and will have considerable
input as we move forward with the expansion of the School Zoo. Our collection
currently consists of 420+ individuals of 68 different species ranging from
Kinkajous and Meerkats to Stick Insects and Tarantulas.
The AMU Manager will
embrace the department’s objectives of providing a first class educational
experience for our students and to provide a center of excellence in terms of
the welfare for the animals in our care.
Candidates should be
educated to at least Level 3 in a relevant vocational subject or a biological
science (biology, animal management, animal care, zoo management etc.), and be
experienced with a range of exotic and domestic mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians,
fish and invertebrates. Candidates should also possess the practical skills
necessary for both husbandry and enclosure maintenance/improvement.
A flexible approach
to a varied workload, real enthusiasm for the animals you work with and an
aptitude for working with teenagers are essential. Experience in supervising
young people would be advantageous. You will be required to work occasional
weekends.
Please go to http://www.bedes.org/senior-school/about/jobs-at-bedes/animal-unit-manager.aspx to download the
recruitment pack, and job description.
To apply for this
role, please complete an application form and return to recruitment@bedes.org The application form can be found on our website.
Closing date: 5pm,
Friday 4th May 2018
Additional
Information
• 30
days holiday per annum plus public holidays.
• Regular
working hours:
- Term
time - 08:15 to 17:15, Monday to Friday
- School
Holidays 10:00 – 15:00 Monday – Saturday
• Must
be willing to work some evenings (open evenings etc.), occasional nights (in an
emergency), weekends and holidays and an occasional 24-hour emergency on-call
when the Head of Animal management is absent.
• Holding
a current driving licence is essential
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting
the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers
to share this commitment. The successful
applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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