Animal Management Technician

Think FE Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated Animal Management Technician is sought at an Ofsted-rated Good Further Education College in Greater Manchester. You will support the animal management department in caring for diverse species while assisting students during practical lessons. A passion for animal welfare and flexibility to travel are essential in this hands-on role, offering a competitive salary and supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development

State-of-the-art facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role ideally within an educational setting.
• Ability to work with a wide range of animals including small mammals and exotics.
• Must possess a full driving license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support health and welfare of various animals in the facility.
• Assist in practical lessons, helping students handle and care for animals.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks and maintain enclosures.

Skills

Animal care

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Education

Experience in animal management

Job description

Animal Management Technician Greater Manchester
Salary: £24,710 - £28,318 per annum (Full Time)
Are you passionate about animal welfare and keen to play a key role in educating the next generation of animal management professionals? An Ofsted-rated Good Further Education College in Greater Manchester is seeking a dedicated Animal Management Technician to join its growing team.

About the Role
You ll be working within the Animal Management department at a brand-new, purpose-built animal management facility. Your primary focus will be supporting the team to ensure the health, welfare, and enrichment of a diverse range of animals, including small mammals, exotics, and potentially larger species and aquatics. You ll also assist during practical lessons, helping students handle and care for the animals safely and correctly.
This is a hands-on role that requires a flexible, proactive approach. You ll be involved in daily animal husbandry tasks, maintaining enclosures, feeding regimes, and record keeping to high welfare standards. You will also be required to travel between sites, so a full driving licence and your own vehicle are essential.

Who are we Looking For

• Previous experience in a similar role within animal management, ideally within an educational setting.
• Proven ability to work with a wide range of animals, ideally including small mammals and/or exotics.
• Experience with large animals, aquatics, or dog grooming would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills, with a genuine passion for animal care and student support.
• Flexibility to travel between sites as needed, with full driving license and own car.
• Happy to undergo Enhanced DBS check including Child Barred list upon successful appointment to the role.

What s on offer?

• A competitive salary of £24,710 - £28,318 per annum.
• State-of-the-art facilities to work in.
• Excellent holiday allowance and pension scheme
• Supportive, experienced team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Next Steps
Once you ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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