Zoo Jobs: Keeper

Keeper – Birds

Wild Planet Trust - Paignton Zoo

Paignton Zoo, one of the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity has an exciting opportunity for an experienced keeper to join our Bird team.

You will be responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of a large and diverse collection of birds, focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record keeping and ensuring that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards.

You will have at least 2 years of prior experience working with bird species in a zoological collection or similar establishment, preferably working with a wide variety of taxa and will have completed the DMZAA course or will have over 4 years’ experience. You will have a broad knowledge of husbandry practices and how they are implemented and be reliable with good time-keeping and attendance. An enthusiasm to be part of the broader living collections team and experience of engagement with the public.

This is a full time fixed term position to cover Maternity Leave working 38.75 hours per week over 5 days on a rota basis, there will be a requirement to work weekends. The salary for the position is £20,210.45 - £21,782.15 dependent on experience.

We offer the following benefits (after probationary period):
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 28 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days’ pro-rata after 5 years
• Company Sick pay
• Branded uniform provided (as required)
• Relevant internal and external training provided
• Free entry to our zoos for staff and immediate family
• Complimentary tickets
• Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Headspace Premium App
• Free staff parking

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