Animal Care Team Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local farm organization in Enniskillen is seeking individuals to provide visitors with educational experiences about animals. Responsibilities include animal care, maintenance tasks, and event assistance. Ideal candidates should have farming experience and the ability to work independently. This temporary role offers up to 25 hours a week at competitive hourly rates depending on age and experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend all staff training sessions and meetings.
• Follow guidelines and company policies.
• Work on your own and as part of a team.
• Be accountable for the animals' care and welfare.

Skills

Ability to work on their own

Ability to follow instructions

Farming experience working with a range of animals

Experience with maintenance jobs

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: FERMANAGH FUN FARM CIC This role involves providing visitors with a fun and educational experience by sharing knowledge about animals and their care. Responsibilities include looking after a variety of farm animals and small pets through feeding, mucking out, grooming, exercise, medical care, and enrichment activities. The position also supports general maintenance tasks such as fencing and painting, as well as assisting committee members with event preparation and clean‑up to ensure smooth and memorable experiences for all.

Responsibilities

• Attend all staff training sessions and meetings (when required).
• Follow all guidelines, risk assessments and company policies / procedures, checklists, when working with the general public and animals.
• Be able to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Be accountable for the animals care and welfare during your care.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work on their own and complete work to a high standard.
• Ability to follow instructions / guidelines.
• Farming experience working with a range of animals.
• Experience with maintenance jobs such as fencing and fixing wire.

Further Information

The Employer is: FERMANAGH FUN FARM CIC JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1744884 Job Sector Security and General Area Co Fermanagh Location Enniskillen Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 11/11/2025 Closing date 22/12/2025 Worktime Shift work between 9am-5pm, Monday-Sunday.