Assistant Animal Keeper

Marwell Zoo

Assistant Animal Keeper

£23795

Marwell Zoo, Birtley Green, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 18 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 208f1ec90d9341d4851c883075b169ed

Full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Animal Keeper, working 40 hours per week over 5 days, to join our Hoofstock team on a fixed term contract until October 2024. Responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative and possess strong communication skills, as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role. An interest and previous experience with Hoofstock would also be an advantage.

Applicants must hold 5 GCSE's or equivalent and have a demonstrable interest & enthusiasm for animal conservation, management & welfare.