Animal Keeper & Enrichment Specialist

LWCC; Slough; Presencial; GBP 25 000 - 35 000; Tempo integral

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Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Sick pay

Resumo da oferta

LWCC in Slough is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to support the management of the animal collection under the Animal Manager. You will help monitor welfare, assist with feeding, enclosure upkeep and safety.

The role requires a level 3 qualification or equivalent, good fitness, and ability to work as part of a team. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,420–£35,420 per year, pension and on-site parking.

Qualificações

• A minimum of a level 3 in a relevant discipline (e.g., zoology, animal management) or equivalent experience.
• Wide knowledge of biology, ecology and captive requirements of animal species.
• A precise and consistent approach to animal keeping with highest animal welfare standards.
• A high level of health and fitness to carry heavy loads and work in extreme outdoor weather conditions.
• Computer literacy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work within a department team, both as a team player and using one’s own initiative.
• Good organisational and time management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor animals for behavioural, reproductive and medical issues and take prompt action.
• Maintain high-standard accommodation for animals for safety, health and exhibits; contribute ideas to improve enclosures.
• Prepare and distribute prescribed diets and understand nutrition and feed presentation.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by designated veterinarians.
• Ensure waste management and pest control are carried out effectively.
• Provide environmental enrichment and scheduling.
• Participate in animal training exercises and deliver new trained behaviours.
• Observe import, export and quarantine procedures; observe biosecurity measures.
• Capture and restrain animals for movement or veterinary exams with minimal stress.
• Maintain accurate daily records of movements, births, deaths, and other data.
• Deliver talks and experiences to visitors, enhancing visitor experience.
• Adhere to safety procedures and support conservation and research programmes.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

LWCC in Slough is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to support the management of the animal collection under the Animal Manager. You will help monitor welfare, assist with feeding, enclosure upkeep and safety.

The role requires a level 3 qualification or equivalent, good fitness, and ability to work as part of a team. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,420–£35,420 per year, pension and on-site parking.