Maternity Cover – Experienced Animal Keeper
All Things Wild is a thriving and successful nature centre and family attraction
based on the edge of the Cotswolds, situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the country
and easily accessible from a number of major cities.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Animal
Keeper who, in conjunction
with the management, can develop and extend the animal collection.
The keepers work
5 days a week including bank holidays and weekends. The successful applicant must have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion
for the natural world and conservation. A good eye for detail and high standards
for animal husbandry are a must.
Key
Responsibilities
· To ensure the day
to day running of the zoo goes smoothly.
· Day to day
husbandry of the animals in the zoo including feeding, cleaning, training and
record keeping.
· To ensure the
highest standard of animal welfare is being adhered to.
· To be competent
delivering talks and experiences to members of the public.
· Working
effectively alongside a small team of keepers and volunteers.
· To ensure records
and other relevant documents are kept up to date.
Key skills and
requirements
· Have a minimum of
3 years working with a range of animals within a zoological environment.
· DMZAA or
equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
· Must
have a can-do attitude.
· Strong
verbal communication skills and good customer care skills
· Confident
in delivering animal presentations and talks to our visitors, and educational
sessions to school groups.
· An
excellent timekeeper.
· Work
well individually and as part of a team.
· The
ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
· Due
to the location, a full UK driving license is required.
To
Apply
Please send your CV and covering letter to Rebecca Harris, Director. All Things Wild Nature Centre, Station
Road, Honeybourne, Nr Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7QZ or you can email your application to careers5@allthingswild.co.uk
Salary depending on experience – fixed 12 month contract.
Closing date – 15th October 2021
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