Animal Ranger (based at a site in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria)

BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums); England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorkshire Wildlife Park is seeking passionate individuals for full-time Animal Ranger positions located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. These six-month contracts focus on providing excellent care for various animals, ensuring their well-being, and maintaining their habitats. Applicants should have relevant experience in a zoo setting and be ready for a physically demanding role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a zoo environment as an Animal Ranger/Keeper.
• Available for immediate start.
• Geographically located near Barrow-in-Furness.

Responsibilities

• Feed animals and maintain their nutritional needs.
• Monitor animal health and report any concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness of animal enclosures.

Skills

Physical endurance

Animal husbandry

Observation

Education

Experience in Animal Ranger/Keeper role

Job description

• Animal Ranger (based at a site in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria)

Animal Ranger (based at a site in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria)

Yorkshire Wildlife Park

Yorkshire Closing date for applications is: 1st Sep 2025

Yorkshire Wildlife Park located in Branton, Doncaster is currently supporting a zoological site located in Cumbria. We currently have an exciting opportunity for several individuals to join the team, initially on a six-month fixed term contract, to provide an excellent standard of husbandry and welfare for a range of carnivore, hoofstock and primate species.

The positions are full time (40 hours per week), for a fixed term period of six months with a gross hourly rate of £12.50.

The successful candidates will:

• Feed all animals adhering to the instructions provided, ensuring that all animal’s nutritional requirements are met.
• Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of all animal enclosures and back of house areas.
• Monitor all animals for signs of illness, injury or distress and promptly report any concerns.
• Ensure that animal record sheets and databases are kept up to date as required.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all RAPS (Risk Assessments and Protocols) and current operating procedures within the department.
• Must be willing and able to complete physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.
• Previous experience working in an Animal Ranger/ Keeper capacity within a zoo environment.
• Geographically located within a daily commuting distance of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.
• Available for an immediate start.

Apply for this job:

To apply for the role, please email a copy of your CV [e-mail] alongside a cover letter which explains your motivation for applying, where you currently reside and your work availability.

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