Animal Presenter / Trainer
Blackpool Zoo
North West Closing date for applications is: 11th Dec 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. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Animal Presenter / Trainer to join our passionate team.
Role Overview:
Blackpool Zoo is looking for a permanent experienced Animal Presenter / Trainer to join our team assisting in the daily care, husbandry needs and presentation of our Educational animal displays. The successful candidate will also help in developing and moving forward the section within the framework of the animal department's aims and objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
The section currently maintains a large group of Californian Sea Lions and a number of display birds including owls, Bird of Prey, small & large parrots. You will be required to work with all animals within the section, but with a key focus on the presenting and training of our large group of Californian Sea lions.
You will also be responsible for all aspects of day-to-day pool maintenance, including on show and off show areas.
The successful Candidate will be an excellent communicator with proven presentation skills. Customer service will be key to this role, and you must have an excellent understanding of the principals involved and how to interact with our visitors to ensure a memorable experience.
Requirements:
A minimum of 3 years presenting and animal training experience in a similar environment with various Pinniped species and the DMZZA course or equivalent are essential. Previous experience of working with a wide range of animal taxa, specifically birds, would be advantageous. Proven success in Animal training or an appropriate qualification in the use of positive reinforcement training would be beneficial. 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.
