Native Invertebrate Keeper for Conservation & Breeding

Chester Zoo; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pass

Free bus travel

Staff discount

Canteen subsidy

Free entry to affiliated zoos

Job summary

Chester Zoo is seeking an outstanding Invertebrate Keeper with a focus on native species conservation. You’ll manage native invertebrate collections and support conservation breeding, contributing to field-based projects where required.

This fixed-term role is 40 hours per week, 12 months, and pays £27,500 per year. Benefits include a staff pass, free bus travel, supermarket discounts, and free entry to affiliated zoos.

Qualifications

• HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience of animal husbandry, specifically with invertebrates.
• Strong understanding of conservation breeding.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and operation of a native species conservation hub and population management strategies.
• Undertake day-to-day husbandry and management of native invertebrate collections with high welfare standards.
• Contribute to conservation breeding and population management programmes for priority native species.

Skills

Invertebrate care

Observation skills

Conservation breeding

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Zoological science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chester Zoo is seeking an outstanding Invertebrate Keeper with a focus on native species conservation. You’ll manage native invertebrate collections and support conservation breeding, contributing to field-based projects where required.

This fixed-term role is 40 hours per week, 12 months, and pays £27,500 per year. Benefits include a staff pass, free bus travel, supermarket discounts, and free entry to affiliated zoos.