General Assistant

5 days ago


Paignton, United Kingdom Paignton Zoo Full time

Wild Planet Trust is a registered education, scientific and conservation charity established in 1957 and based in Devon, UK. We own two zoos in south west England, plus two local nature reserves and a National Nature Reserve. We support conservation in the United Kingdom and overseas using funds generated by the people who visit the zoos and the expertise and dedication of our staff.

Paignton Zoo first opened its doors as the Torbay Zoological Gardens in 1923. Almost 100 years later, our site, and work, has grown considerably and we are now one of the South West’s largest conservation organisations and top visitor attractions. There are over 230 species of animal that call Paignton Zoo home. As well as being a zoo, we’re also a botanical garden with over 4,000 species on record.

We have an exciting opportunity for a seasonal staff to join our visitor facing cleaning team on a seasonal contract. Hours will be variable to meet the demands of the business and our opening times working hours and will vary over a 7 day rota, including weekends and bank holidays. The pay for these positions is age related.
**What will this role involve?**

You’ll play a key role in the overall experience of our guests. You’ll be the face of the Wild Planet Trust for every guest that walks through our door and meets you as they explore the zoo. If you are a friendly, outgoing person who enjoys meeting people and working in an amazing environment this could be the perfect opportunity for you. These roles focus on ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the zoo for our visitors and answering their queries as you walk around the site. You will be cleaning public washrooms and assist in the general cleanliness of the zoo’s public areas and non-animal private areas, including litter picking as you walk around the site.
**What skills and experience are required?**

**Benefits of joining our team include**:

- 28 days paid holiday pro-rata (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Company sick pay
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Free entry to our zoos for staff and immediate family
- Complimentary tickets
- Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Headspace Premium App


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