Zoo Work, Jobs (with Salaries)

Animal Keeper (Zoo Keeper) - All Sections
Hemsly Conservation Centre —Sevenoaks
- £22,915.20 - £26,843.52 a year
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee assistance programme
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13d
Zookeeper - Small Mammals
ZSL —London
- £29,011 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Zookeeper - Primates
ZSL —London
- £26,557 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Zookeeper - Primates and Small Mammals
ZSL —London
- £26,557 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Zookeeper - Hoofstock
ZSL —London
- £29,011 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Keeper
Drayton Manor Resort Ltd —Tamworth
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's degree
Quick apply
6d
Admissions Assistant
Colchester Zoological Society —Colchester
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- School
- Free parking
- Annual leave
3d
Assistant Project Manager Apprentice
ZSL —London
- £24,879.83 a year
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Centre Host
Car Deal Warehouse —Newbridge
- Up to £10,574.72 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
- Store discount
- Annual leave
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Apprentice Horticulturist
Chester Zoo —Chester
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Presentation skills
4d
Keeper - Twilight
Chester Zoo —Chester
- £27,500 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
5d
Education & Engagement Officer
Hamerton Zoo Park —Huntingdon
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Social media management
- Customer service
- Experience working with children
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13d
Customer Technical Data Coordinator- 12 Month FTC
Encirc —Bristol
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Bulk Wine & Blending Supervisor
Encirc —Avonmouth
- £47,000 - £49,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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12d
ZOO CAPITAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Merlin Entertainments —Chessington
- Weekend availability
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Resort
- Employee discount
3d
General Manager
Western Nissan —Loanhead
- Up to £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- In-person
- Store discount
- Annual leave
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Restaurant and Cafe Manager - London Zoo
Benugo —London
- £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Centre Host
Mercedes Benz of Edinburgh —Newbridge
- Up to £10,905.18 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
- Store discount
- Annual leave
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Communications Officer
ZSL —London
- £35,000 a year
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Sales Executive
Western Volkswagen —Coldstream
- Up to £52,500 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply

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Animal Keeper (Zoo Keeper) - All Sections

Hemsly Conservation Centre
Sevenoaks

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time
£22,915.20 - £26,843.52 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Company events
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Maintenance
Animal care
Communication skills
ZooKeeper
Time management

Full job description

Animal Keeper

Please read this document in its entirety before applying.

Position: Animal Keeper

Job Reference: FTAK1

Department: Animals

Shortlisting:

We operate a shortlisting process that helps us ensure we are matching the right people to the correct roles so that we can meet our aims and objectives. As such interviews are comprised of two steps. Before applying, potential applicants should ensure that they meet the criteria in this document.

Please note that should you not be invited for an interview within 4 weeks of your submission date, you should assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. Regrettably we cannot provide individual feedback.

Pre Employment Checks:

We offer employment on the following basis:

Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Two satisfactory references. At least one must be from previous paid employment for this role.

Equal Opportunities Monitoring

The HCC takes equal opportunity monitoring seriously in relation to all employment aspects.
This document only outlines influential factors and requirements that are necessary for prospective candidates to successfully carry out the job this position defines.
To help us monitor equal opportunities, there is a separate form that we kindly ask you to fill out and attach with your application. This will not form part of your application and will be stored separately for monitoring purposes.

Applying:

All prospective applications must complete the associated application form in order to be considered for this position. Take careful note of the person specification as this forms a large part of our shortlisting matrix.

Although we accept Curriculum Vitaes as supporting documents, we won’t consider any application without a complete application form.

Once complete, all related documents should be emailed to [email protected] with the subject ‘FTAK1’.

Job Description

Title: Animal Keeper

Reference: FTAK1

Department: Animals

Report to: Zoo Team Leader

Qualifications: Diploma or degree in animal/zoo management area or equivalent. Preferably minimum level 3.

Starting Pay: From £22,007 D.O.E

Role Purpose and Dimensions:

Follow instruction from the Zoo Team Leader and senior staff members in relation to animals under the care of the animal sections.
Support the function of senior staff by undertaking additional duties as required.
Directly contribute to all aspects of animal care, including husbandry routines, environmental enrichment, and veterinary intervention as required.
Take part in all aspects of animal management, including observations and record keeping, supporting and participating in zoological research.
Participate in education, media and marketing initiatives to encourage public understanding of animals and promote the HCC mission.

The Role:

This role will include working with all species we care for. Our primate and small mammals sections currently cares for almost 20 species including callitrichids, lemurs, capuchins, squirrel monkeys, sloths, two species of loris, night monkeys, echidna, cuscus, vontsira, prehensile tailed porcupines, armadillos etc.

Our carnivore section includes maned wolf, aardwolf, tayra, ocelots, geoffroy's cats, binturong, rusty spotted cats, kinkajous, otters etc.

The right candidate will have a keen interest in a wide variety of taxa and someone who may be looking to specialise as the role progresses.

Key Duties:

Daily husbandry and care for the animals within designated sections.
Maintenance and up-keep of keeper records and daily reports.
Preparation of diets.
Maintenance.
Upkeep of animal behaviour and animal husbandry training.
VIP experiences, media and guest interaction, education and animal talks.
Keep up to date records.
Contribute to zoological research where practical.
Monitor all the animals within your areas of responsibility for signs of illness, injury or distress and liaise with the Team Leader.
Supervise volunteers and work experience where necessary.
Ensure adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
Complete checks on animal health, equipment and enclosures before opening and closing.
Facilitate and participate in education, media and marketing initiatives as required.
Engage guests informally during course of duties.
Ensure an exemplary visitor experience for all visitors.
Assist with zoo wide operations and commercial activities such as events, conferences and experiences.
Any other duties instructed by the senior team members.
Undertake any other reasonable duties, which may be asked of you by senior team members.

The Candidate:

Qualifications and Experience

A qualification in animal management or biological sciences, preferably a minimum level 3.
Previous sustained experience working in a zoological collection.
Knowledge and experience of zoo animal management.
Contemporary knowledge of exotic animal husbandry.
Understanding of relevant legislation and best practice.
Full driving licence valid for the UK - Desirable
Basic understanding of health and safety requirements.

Attributes

Aptitude for combining academic and practical aspects of the role.
Aptitude for innovation and practical problem solving.
Strong communication and people skills.
An understanding of the values and behaviour expected within this role.
Maintain high levels of professionalism, service and personal appearance at all times.
Adaptable for a flexible rota.

Benefits

Discounted catering and retail purchases incl. entry tickets and experiences.
Free tickets
Staff Treats discount programme.
Employee Assistance Programme.

Start Date: To be confirmed with successful candidate.

Closing date This post will stay open until the position is filled. Please assume that if you
(Applications): have not heard back within 4 weeks of submission you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Regrettably, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

Interviews: We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible and interviews will be held at our earliest convenience.
Unfortunately, we cannot conduct interviews over the telephone or Skype etc.

Pay: £22,915.20-£26,843.52 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Sevenoaks TN15 7JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

ZooKeeper: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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