Animal Keeper (maternity cover)
Blackpool Zoo
Lancashire Closing date for applications is: 19th Jul 2024| Contact: | Nichola Day ([email protected]) |
| Sector: | Animal Care |
| Type: | Paid |
| Contract type: | Full-time |
| Salary: | £25,153 |
About Us:
Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and is operated by Parques Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which specialises in the tourism/leisure sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates 61 parks around the world and attracts over 21 million visitors annually.
Blackpool Zoo is dedicated to the conservation and welfare of animal species from around the world. We pride ourselves on offering a dynamic, engaging, and educational experience for all our visitors.
Role Overview:
Blackpool Zoo is looking for an Experienced Animal Keeper to join our team and cover maternity leave for a period 9 – 12 months, the successful candidate will join our existing team of keepers assisting in the daily care and husbandry needs of our animals.
The zoo houses a wide range of species (please see our website http://www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk for more details) and the successful candidate will hopefully have experience caring for a variety of exotic mammals, birds, reptiles and invertebrates.
We offer a range of benefits plus the opportunity to further your career within the zoological Industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily care and management of a specific section of the zoo, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring animal health.
- Develop and implement enrichment programs to promote natural behaviours and enhance animal well-being.
- Maintain accurate records of animal care, health, and behaviour.
- Engage with the public through educational talks, demonstrations, and interactive experiences.
Requirements:
- You should possess the Diploma in The Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or an equivalent qualification
- A minimum of 3 years paid keeping experience is essential whilst any category 1 species experience would be desirable. You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic, and reliable.
Apply for this job:
Please send a CV and detailed covering letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role to Nichola Day, People and Organisation Manager, by emailing [email protected] or by posting to Nichola Day, People and Organisation Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP
Please note, we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout the advertising period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to the closing date. We would encourage you to submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We are only able to provide individual feedback to those candidates who are successful through to the interview stage.
