Sessional Animal Technician

East Surrey College / John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking an Animal Management Technician to join their new department. The role involves daily animal husbandry tasks and supporting practical sessions. Ideal for candidates passionate about animal care, this position provides an opportunity to work independently with a diverse range of species. Competitive hourly pay and various staff benefits are offered, including pension schemes and gym access.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Choice of two excellent pension schemes

Free onsite parking

Access to a fully equipped gym

Discounted treatments at the in-house Spa and Salon

Qualifications

• Experience working with various animal species is critical.
• Must have a full and clean driving license.
• Commitment to high standards in animal welfare is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily animal husbandry tasks and support lessons.
• Be the sole charge of the animal unit during weekends.

Skills

Experience working with a variety of animal species

Commitment to maintaining high standards of animal care

Full and clean driving license

Education

Minimum Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent

Job description

Animal Management Technician

College location:East Surrey College (Redhill)

Hourly rate: £14.32 (£12.29/hour + £2.03/hour as payment for annual leave)

Hours: One weekday and one weekend morning from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM (flexible to accommodate your schedule).

We are thrilled to announce a new opportunity within the brand-new Animal Management Department at Easy Surrey College. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as an Animal Technician.

Role Overview:

The Animal Technician will play a vital role in our department, with responsibilities including Daily animal husbandry tasks and supporting with lessons and practical sessions. You will be sole charge of the animal unit during the weekends therefore you must be reliable and able to work independently.

This role is perfect for Animal Care Assistants, student Veterinary Nurses, and others in the early stages of their animal care careers who are looking to gain varied and hands-on experience in a dynamic educational environment.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about animal care and welfare and eager to gain diverse experience with a range of animals.

The successful candidate must have:

• A full and clean driving license
• Experience working with a variety of animal species
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of animal care, welfare, and ethical conduct.
• Minimum Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent

If this sounds like you and you will enjoy working in a forward thinking, friendly, fast paced, changing environment with state of the art facilities, we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, a brilliant holiday package, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.

Closing Date: Monday 18th August 2025*

*Applications will however be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. As much as we would love to respond to all applicants, due to the sheer volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful candidates. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of sending your CV, unfortunately you have not been selected for the position.

Please refer to the attached Job Description, Person Specification and Competency Framework and apply using the button below.

Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adultsand expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ aresmoke-free zones.

As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers beingwithdrawn.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.