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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