Keeper -
Apes
Wild Planet
Trust - Paignton Zoo
Wild Planet
Trust is a registered education, scientific and conservation charity
established in 1957 and based in Devon, UK. We own two zoos in south west
England, plus two local nature reserves and a National Nature Reserve. We
support conservation in the United Kingdom and overseas using funds generated
by the people who visit the zoos and the expertise and dedication of our staff.
Paignton Zoo
first opened its doors as the Torbay Zoological Gardens in 1923. Almost 100
years later, our site, and work, has grown considerably and we are now one of
the South West’s largest conservation organisations and top visitor
attractions. There are over 230 species of animal that call Paignton Zoo home.
As well as being a zoo, we’re also a botanical garden with over 4,000 species
on record.
We have an
exciting opportunity as we expand our team, for a Keeper to join our Mammal
team in our Ape section on a permanent contract. This is a full time role
working 38.75 hours over 5 days working hours will vary over a 7 day rota,
including weekends and bank holidays. The salary for this position is
£20,210.45 - £21,782.15 for a qualified keeper (experience related scale), or
£16,845.40 - £18,316.35 per annum for a trainee keeper (age related scale).
What will
this role involve?
You will be
responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of a large and diverse
collection of primates, including callitrichid, loris, orangutans, gorillas and
more, focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record keeping and ensuring
that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards.
What
skills and experience are required?
You will
have at least 2 years of prior experience working with primate species in a
zoological collection or similar establishment, preferably working with a wide
variety of mammals. You will have a broad knowledge of husbandry practices, and
how they are implemented and be reliable with good time-keeping and
attendance. Ape experience would be an advantage.
Benefits
of joining our team include:
- 28 days paid holiday pro-rata (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)
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Headspace Premium App
We are
committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from
individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender
reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or
belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
To apply
please complete the online application form on our website:
www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/about-us/vacancies
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