Animal Keeper
£24,830 Per Annum
39 Hours Per Week Including Evenings, Weekends and Bank Holidays
Are you passionate about animal welfare and experienced in working with a variety of species? We are looking for a dedicated Animal Keeper to join our specialist team and play a key role in the care and management of our diverse animal collection.
In this role, you will carry out all aspects of animal husbandry to ensure high standards of welfare are maintained at all times. You will be responsible for tasks such as feeding, cleaning, providing enrichment, and ensuring the upkeep and safety of enclosures and facilities. You will also help maintain accurate records, support with veterinary appointments, and assist in the supervision and training of new team members.
A key part of your role will involve working closely with students, supporting their practical learning and development. This includes supervising them during hands-on sessions and assisting academic staff during practical lessons. As such, you will need to be confident in managing varied student needs and working within an educational setting.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with at least two years’ experience in an animal establishment and a Level 3 or above qualification in Animal Care. Experience with rodents, reptiles, and primates is essential, and a First Aid at Work certificate and full driving licence are required.
We are seeking someone who is energetic, personable, and emotionally resilient. A genuine motivation to work with young people and an ability to manage priorities in a busy environment are essential.
The role involves working 39 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays on a rota basis.
If you are enthusiastic about animal care and education and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Local Government Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 40 days leave including 25 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.ukor telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Wednesday 9th July 2025
Interview date: Monday 14th July 2025
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
