EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCES KEEPER
SHALDON WILDLIFE TRUST, DEVON
Shaldon Wildlife
Trust is a small zoo on the Devon coast, set in an acre of woodland. We are the smallest member of BIAZA and EAZA.
Despite this, we are active members of the zoo community and support
conservation projects all over the world. Over the years we have gained a great
deal of expertise in the breeding of many species, particularly small primates,
and are regarded highly in this field.
We are going through
an exciting period of change as the zoo develops and so are looking for a
dynamic, knowledgeable individual to become a key member of our team. This role
will provide the right candidate with the opportunity to develop and grow in a small
team.
We currently have a
vacancy for an education and experiences keeper. This role will entail
delivering Shaldon Wildlife Trust’s animal high quality experiences, keeper
talks, school visits and outreach. You will also support the rest of the animal
care team in their animal husbandry duties such as feeding, cleaning and record
keeping. We are seeking an enthusiastic, high performing individual with an
interest in education, conservation and zoo animal management. You must be a
good team worker with a positive outlook and have excellent communication &
customer service skills.
The successful
candidate will be a lively and confident speaker with a friendly and
approachable manner. They will be driven to help the Trust achieve its mission
of educating and promoting the benefits of preserving and conserving of rare
and endangered species. Experience in public speaking is desirable; experience
delivering talks in an educational setting advantageous. A minimum of 2 years
zoo keeping experience, and an animal-related qualification, such as DZMAA or
biology based degree would also be advantageous.
- The role is part time, 3 days a week. Salary
is paid monthly. We provide uniform and
28 days holiday per annum pro rata.
- Applicants will
have a full driving licence and be prepared to work weekends and Bank Holidays
- Salary £16,286.40
per annum pro rata
If you are
interested, please send your CV with a covering letter to Zak Showell,
Director, Shaldon Wildlife Trust, zak@shaldonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Or in writing to:
Shaldon Wildlife
Trust
Ness Drive
Shaldon
Devon
TQ14 0HP
Closing date: Please
submit your application by Sunday 26th August 2018
Owing to the high
number of anticipated applications, please be advised that we will only respond
to those who are chosen for interview.
Interviews will be
held at the Trust.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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