Seasonal Animal Centre Keeper - South East, United Kingdom - BIAZA

BIAZA

Verified Company

South East, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Hanwell Zoo

South East
Contact:

Sector:

Animal Care
Type:
Paid
Contract type:
Fulltime
Salary:

- £27,807 Pro Rata
35 hours per week (on a flexible rota which will include weekend and bank holiday working)

6 month contract, Starting March 2023

Grade 5 (£27,807 Pro Rata)

Ref:
EJR011936
Hanwell Zoo is a small vibrant zoo in Ealing, West London. We are looking to recruit a new member to our highly successful team.

The zoo plays a key role in the local community and houses a number of exotic mammal and bird species.

We are looking for an individual with practical experience in a zoo setting to assist in the daily care and husbandry of the animal collection at Hanwell Zoo.

The development of the animal collection and the education provision we provide has been key to the success of the zoo.

All aspects of animal husbandry on a daily basis.

Preparation of approved diets.

The carrying out of correct feeding procedures.

Outstanding observational skills with excellent attention to detail

Be able to organise and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment and have good problem solving skills

Be willing to assist with other areas of the park, including working in the zoo's retail space, general maintenance, presentations, working with volunteer groups and upkeep of public areas,

Have a good understanding of risk assessments and working with safe working practices

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ealing council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Ealing follows a safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.