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Technician - Animal Management

Role: Technician – Animal Management

Location: Shuttleworth College – Old Warden

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £23,557 and £26,754 per annum DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Full Time – Fixed Until 28 August 2026

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Technician in Animal Management to join our Animal Science department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Technician, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

·        Support Centre Operations – Assist with the day-to-day running of the Zoological Education Centre, ensuring professional standards and smooth operations.

·        Animal Care & Welfare – Participate in the care of farm, pet, and exotic species, maintain high welfare standards, and assist with enclosure enrichment and veterinary tasks.

·        Practical Learning Support – Prepare resources, support teaching staff and students during practical sessions, and maintain safe, well-equipped learning environments.

·        Compliance & Administration – Keep accurate records, prepare for inspections, ensure licensing requirements are met, and promote health and safety practices.

·        Teamwork & Flexibility – Liaise with external organisations, attend meetings, support marketing events, and provide weekend or out-of-hours cover as required.

About you:

·        Essential Qualifications – Level 3 qualification in Animal Management/Science, GCSE English & Maths (A–C or equivalent), and willingness to achieve First Aid certification.

·        Relevant Experience & Knowledge – Hands-on experience caring for a wide range of species (farm, pet, exotic), current vocational experience, and knowledge of UK animal care legislation.

·        Core Skills – Ability to maintain high standards of animal welfare, accurate record-keeping, effective communication, and strong teamwork skills.

·        Professional Attributes – Reliable, flexible, and committed to safeguarding, EDI, and College values (Student Focus, High Performance, Respect, Openness, Honesty).

·        Flexibility & Development – Willingness to work evenings/weekends, travel across sites, update skills continuously, and provide First Aid cover as part of a rota.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: 15 January 2026