Thursday, May 13, 2021

APPRENTICE KEEPER

 


APPRENTICE KEEPER

 

We have a very exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Keeper to join our team and acquire specialist on the job training.

 

The apprentice keeper will work to a high standard under the direction of the senior keeping staff.  The keeping department care for the main collection of animals at the zoo and the successful candidates will assist in caring for a variety of domestic and exotic species whilst also providing support for the rest of their respective team where required.

 

Key accountabilities:

 

Provide the highest level of husbandry according to the needs and requirements of the animals in your care to ensure that the animals are kept in the best physical and mental health possible, with consideration to budgetary constraints.

Effectively work with the animals to minimise stress and risk of injury to all involved.

Maintain a positive attitude within your working environment at all times.

Undertake additional duties that will assist in the smooth running of the department.

Comply at all times with department policies and procedures, paying particular attention to health & safety and administrative issues, to ensure they are appropriately followed.

Continuously develop yourself through appropriate learning and development activities as agreed by line management in order to deliver excellence.

Undertake other tasks as required.

 

No prior zoo or animal husbandry experience for the post of apprentice is required as full in-house training will be given, although candidates will be expected to demonstrate a keen interest in zoo animal husbandry.  The apprenticeship is expected to last between 24-28 months, applicants with level degree level animal care qualifications are not eligible to apply.

 

Hours: Average 40 hours a week, which includes regular weekend and bank holiday work.

A driving licence is preferred but not essential do you location. This role is based at The Fenn Bell Conservation Project and there is no accommodation offered with this position.

 

How to apply:

 

To register your interest, please send an email with a current CV and cover letter to Connor Gordon, Head Keeper, cg.fbcukproject@gmail.com

 

Closing date for applications is 7th June 2021 – applications made after this date will not be considered.




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