Animal Technician

Barrington James Drug Discovery & Preclinical; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James Drug Discovery & Preclinical is seeking an Animal Technician to join a friendly team. This hands-on role concentrates on daily care of dogs, ensuring comfort and welfare across the household and facilities.

You will monitor health and behaviour, maintain housing and records, and work with colleagues to uphold the highest standards of care. A valid UK driving licence is essential and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with dogs in a professional animal care environment.
• Understanding of dog behaviour, handling and welfare.
• Experience with routine animal husbandry and cleaning duties.
• Ability to recognise changes in animal health or behaviour.
• Reliable, caring and conscientious approach to work.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and follow established procedures.
• An animal care qualification would be advantageous.
• Full, valid UK driving licence, driving is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for dogs, including feeding and general husbandry.
• Monitor the health and behaviour of dogs, reporting any concerns to the team.
• Keep animal housing and surrounding areas clean and well maintained.
• Handle dogs confidently and appropriately, ensuring their welfare is always a priority.
• Maintain accurate records relating to animal care and daily activities.
• Follow animal welfare, health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

Skills

Dog handling

Animal welfare

Teamwork

Record keeping

Health monitoring

Education

Animal care qualification

Job description

We are looking for an Animal Technician with experience working with dogs to join a friendly, dedicated team. This is a hands-on role focused on providing daily care, maintaining high standards of animal welfare and ensuring dogs are comfortable and well cared for.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for dogs, including feeding and general husbandry.
• Monitor the health and behaviour of dogs, reporting any concerns to the team.
• Keep animal housing and surrounding areas clean and well maintained.
• Handle dogs confidently and appropriately, ensuring their welfare is always a priority.
• Maintain accurate records relating to animal care and daily activities.
• Follow animal welfare, health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

What Are We Looking For?

• Previous experience working with dogs in a professional animal care environment.
• A good understanding of dog behaviour, handling and welfare.
• Experience with routine animal husbandry and cleaning duties.
• The ability to recognise changes in animal health or behaviour.
• A reliable, caring and conscientious approach to work.
• The ability to work well as part of a team and follow established procedures.
• An animal care qualification would be advantageous.
• A full, valid UK driving licence, as driving is essential for the role.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals and wants to develop their experience within a dedicated animal care team.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full, valid driving licence.