Animal Carer - Fleetwood, United Kingdom - Tractor Shed Bistro/Farmer Parrs Animal World

Description

Overview:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Animal Carers to provide exceptional care and and husbandry to our family of animals alongside talks and presentations to farm visitors.

If you have a passion for animals, are confident, and out going, and enjoy educating and communicating with people, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent care to our family of animals
• Prepare fresh beds, food and water in an efficient manner
• Administer medications according to prescribed schedules
• Develop and follow routine treatments to prevent and reduce the risk of infection
• Perform daily health checks
• Order food supplies and ensure they are unloaded and stored correctly
• Deliver talks and presentations and practical experiences to visitors, schools and holiday groups: activities like pony grooming, chick handling, lamb feeding etc
• Manage a team of volunteers and students
• House keeping and maintaining a clean work space
• Assist in the delivery of our education programme at a local school

Requirements:

• Previous farming or animal care experience preferred
• Minimum City and Guilds level 3 Animal Management qualification
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a CRB check
• Compassionate and patient demeanor
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Salary:
£8.60-£11.44 per hour


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Onsite parking

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• Animal care: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 20/04/2024


Reference ID:
Animal Carer