Animal Collection Manager
Competitive Salary
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among
the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine,
sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University
and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We
provide world-class facilities to more than 4,000 university and college-level
students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and
diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top
20 in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2022) and
has 96% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding
in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional
support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting
a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We
particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including
those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those
living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and
inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements
and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.
About the Role
Hartpury
is looking for an ambitious, driven individual with a wealth of animal
knowledge and experience to manage and develop a growing animal collection as an
outstanding learning resource for all animal related practical activity serving
the curriculum and industry skills of College and University students.
This
is an exciting and pivotal time to join Hartpury to lead a team as the animal department
evolves with university student numbers predicted to grow substantially over
the coming years plus existing and potential facility development.
About You
·
You will have current and extensive animal experience within the animal
industry or an educational animal establishment with an excellent understanding
of best husbandry practices for a variety of domestic and exotic species.
·
You will demonstrate a sound knowledge of animal welfare standards and
legislation
·
You will have previous experience within an education environment and/or
show an understanding of the curriculum with a motivation to inspire learners
to be highly employable through completion of the Hartpury Certificate and
achievement of excellent results.
·
You have proven experience in staff management and team leadership
·
You are hardworking and demonstrate high standards with a positive
attitude.
What we Offer
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Wellbeing events and Employee Assistance Programme
·
Local Government Pension Scheme
·
Onsite fitness facilities
·
Support for continuous professional development
·
Flexible working opportunities available
·
25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising with
length of service
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to
share this commitment. We will ensure
that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to
Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment
checks.
Click the button below to apply online or telephone
(01452) 702135 to request documents by post.
Click here to view the full Job Descriptionand Person Specification
The closing date
for receipt of applications is 28th August 2022
Interviews will
be held w/c 5th September
Hartpury’s expectation is
that all eligible staff will be vaccinated against COVID-19.
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