Support Team Animal Keeper

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm; England; On-site; GBP 25,792 - 26,457; Full time

Job summary

A well-known wildlife attraction in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Animal Keeper for their Support Team. This rewarding role involves supporting animal sections, delivering visitor experiences, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years of experience, a full manual driving license, and a passion for animal care. The salary ranges from £25,792 to £26,457. Applications should be sent via email with a CV and cover letter. Closing date for applications is 11th March 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of prior experience in animal care.
• Constructive and professional team approach.
• Familiarity with care requirements of diverse species.
• Full, manual driving license.

Responsibilities

• Support animal sections with keeping duties.
• Deliver encounters and experiences to visitors.
• Drive company vehicle for resource collection.

Skills

Knowledge of various animal species

Teamwork and communication skills

High standards of hygiene

Driving skills

Job description

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and hard-working individual to join our Animal Section Support Team, you will be working across all the zoo on all six animal sections.

This is a complex and rewarding role as such we expect applicants to have knowledge and practical experience of an array of animals. A strong work ethic, good team working and communication skills and the ability to maintain high levels of hygiene are important to the role.

Key aspects of the role:

• To support animal sections with full keeping duties. This includes providing support on days when staffing is low as well as supporting teams to fulfil their collective goals.
• Deliver encounters and experiences to our visitors.
• Drive the company vehicle for collection of resources, e.g., feed and veterinary supplies.

Applicants must:

• A constructive and professional approach that strengthens team culture.
• Have previous keeping experience (2 years minimum ideally).
• Be familiar with the care required for a variety of species.
• Be highly motivated.
• Have high standards of hygiene when working.
• Have a full, manual driving licence.

This is a full-time position working a 40-hour week on a flexible rota (including weekends and bank holidays).

Salary: Level 1 – Level 2 Keeper:

Level 1: £25,792.00 per annum (£12.40 per hour).

Level 2: £26,457.60 per annum (£12.72 per hour).

To apply: Please send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail]. The subject heading of your emails should read ‘Animal Keeper – Support Team’

Your application must include a complete list of your working history, and an accurate summary of your relevant experience and the animals that you have worked with.

Cover letters should be no longer than 1 side of A4 (350 words).

We are looking to recruit an experienced candidate for this role as this is not an entry level position, as such applicants with no previous professional experience will not be considered at this point.

Closing date for applications: 11 th March 2026