Animal Sciences and Conservation Volunteer Training - York, United Kingdom - Askham Bryan College

Askham Bryan College

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York, United Kingdom

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Animal Sciences and Conservation Volunteer Training Placement - Education and Engagement Officer

Part time - full time, 3-6 Month Placement

Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park, York Campus

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Voluntary Training Placement student to join our Education team at Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park.

During your placement you will be working alongside skilled staff on our licenced, award-winning wildlife park which is home to a large variety of animals.

As part of the education team you will be assisting with the delivery of school workshops, keeper talks, behind the scenes activities, animal encounters, events, marketing and developing current social media content across several platforms all whilst providing our core conservation message to our visitors.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about the natural world and looking to develop their skills to work in the zoo and conservation industry.

To get the best out of your training placement a commitment of a minimum initial period of 3 months during our opening periods would be required, which could be extended to 6 months.

We are passionate about the next generation of animal professionals and take pride in the training opportunities we provide. An animal or conservation related qualification would be desirable but not essential for the role.

For more information, please refer to the Job Description and person specification.

Closing Date: 26/6/23

Interviews: 4/7/23