SEASONAL HOST &
PRESENTER – PART TIME
We are looking to
recruit a seasonal zoo host and presenter to join our team, on a fixed term
(June – October) part-time contract (2/3 days), delivering a high standard of
visitor engagement. More hours may be available.
The ideal candidate
will be highly motivated and passionate about wildlife, with the skills
required to communicate this to our visitors.
The main components
of this role are to deliver our hugely popular animal experiences programme as
well as carrying out our daily talk and feed schedule as instructed.
You will need to
deliver a high-quality service including ensuring that everything is in place
before experiences start, meeting and greeting the participant when they arrive
and answering any questions that they may have. You must have excellent communication
skills and have the ability to deal with any problems that may arise and know
where to direct these.
You 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, or in a similar
role in a zoological collection (preferable but not crucial) and preferably
hold a relevant qualification in animal management.
The position
includes a large amount of educational work, providing tours to school groups
and assisting with outreach activities.
HOURS OF WORK
This is a fixed
term, part time contract, on a flexi rota system which includes working regular
weekends and bank holidays and working sometimes early or late to meet business
needs.
The hours of work
for this position are 9.30am – 3.30pm (6hrs).
Skills
• Preferable
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.
• Ability
to work as a member of a team and go that extra mile.
• 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.
• Good
understanding of health and safety within the work place are also essential.
·
Due to internal
health and safety restrictions we will not be accepting applications from
anyone under 18 years of age.
This position will
pay at the rate of the national minimum wage.
TO APPLY
Please register your
interest at enquiries@hemsleyconservationcentre.co.uk for an application form.
CLOSING DATE
11th May –
Successful applicants will be invited for an interview between the 11th &
25th May.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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