Zoo Jobs: Experienced Animal Keeper

Experienced Animal Keeper

All Things Wild is a thriving and successful 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. The candidate will be working with a variety of animals within a zoo environment. A working experience with small primates including cebids and callitrichids is necessary, as is good working knowledge with a wide range of taxa. Good communication skills and an ability to connect with our young visitors is an important part of this job.

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 careers5@allthingswild.co.uk. Please note that due to the high number of applications received, we will not be able to respond to unsuccessful applications.

Salary depending on experience

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It will be greatly appreciated as I am semi retired and have had no regular income for over two years.

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