Animal Welfare & Science Technician: Student Mentor

eTeach UK Limited; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

LGPS pension

On-site parking

On-site gym

CPD learning days

Employee discounts

Job summary

Coastland College is seeking an Animal Technician to care for domestic, farm, and exotic species across two collections on the Kingston Maurward estate. You will support welfare-focused husbandry, work closely with students and staff, and help deliver an enriching learning experience in a lively animal care environment.

This role offers a warm, supportive team, generous annual leave, LGPS pension, on-site parking and gym, CPD opportunities, and safeguarding with enhanced DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare and education.
• Welfare-focused, hardworking and engaging.
• DBS disclosure required for all new employees.

Responsibilities

• Care for domestic, farm, herptile, avian and aquatic species across two collections.
• Make welfare-enhancing changes to animals while delivering a high-quality learning experience for students.
• Collaborate with the Animal Collection Manager and partake in CPD opportunities.

Job description

Coastland College is seeking an Animal Technician to care for domestic, farm, and exotic species across two collections on the Kingston Maurward estate. You will support welfare-focused husbandry, work closely with students and staff, and help deliver an enriching learning experience in a lively animal care environment.

This role offers a warm, supportive team, generous annual leave, LGPS pension, on-site parking and gym, CPD opportunities, and safeguarding with enhanced DBS checks.