Trainee Animal Technician

3 days ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom S3 Science Full time

Have you ever wanted to work with animals but struggling to find a way in, then look no further we have the opportunity for you.

The life science industry offers a great career with the opportunity to gain qualifications and move up the corporate ladder. That starting salary is up to £22,000 so just think what you could be earning in 5 years’ time.

Daily duties working as an Animal Care Technician include.
- Feeding and watering
- General health checking
- Handling animals
- Cage cleaning and washing

The qualities of an Animal Care Technician are:

- High levels of motivation and a good work ethic
- A genuine passion to work with animals - demonstrating care, welfare, and compassion
- Previous experience working with (and handling) animals would be beneficial
- Accurate data entry
- Flexible and adaptable
- Enjoys working on your own and as part of a team

Don’t worry if you haven’t previously held the role of an Animal Technician, providing you meet our requirements you will receive on-the-job training with full pay and benefits from day 1.

Application route:
Interviews will be taking place ASAP and starts can be immediate, but this is not essential should you have a notice period, they are willing to wait for the right people.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have an animal-related qualification?
- Do you have your own transport?

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TAT/ED



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