Cover Animal Carer - Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary; Yaverland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An animal care organization in Yaverland is seeking a dedicated individual for a zero hours ‘cover’ role focused on animal husbandry. The responsibilities include carrying out animal routines, reporting welfare concerns, and ensuring hygiene and presentation standards are met. You will also participate in veterinary operations and engage with visitors through unique animal experiences. A passion for animal welfare and adherence to safety guidelines is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out animal husbandry routines.
• Experience in reporting animal welfare concerns.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures and animal diets.

Responsibilities

• Carry out animal husbandry routines and training.
• Report welfare, behavioural or veterinary concerns.
• Participate in animal management operations.

Job description

This is a zero hours ‘cover’ role predominantly based on the farm and small animal section. Duties/responsibilities listed below:-

• To carry out evidence led animal husbandry routines and training and enrichment as instructed
• Reporting observed welfare, behavioural or veterinary concerns promptly to Animal Manager/Deputy Animal Manager
• Undertake and record animal observations as set out in record keeping policy
• Participate in animal management operations and veterinary intervention as required and to comply with medical treatment programmes
• Prepare and present diets in line with agreed diet sheets
• Keep all off show areas, including storage areas to a high standard of hygiene and tidiness
• To keep exhibits and surrounding areas maintained to a very high standard of presentation
• To report any maintenance or wear and tear to Animal Manager
• To assist where instructed with pest control
• Assist in department projects as required
• Ensure you have a good working knowledge of the conservation work undertaken by the trust and provide advice and expertise when requested on projects supported by The Wildheart Trust.
• Undertake unique animal experiences with visitors ensuring that they receive a once-in-a-lifetime encounter whilst adhering to zoo guidelines ensuring the safety of participants.