Animal Keeper

**Main Responsibilities**:
The Animal Team, which you will be part of, is responsible for:

- Welfare of a variety of animals housed at Old Down Country Estate.
- Providing diet preparation for each animal group.
- Responsible for assessing, storing and stocktaking of animal feeds and materials.
- Maintaining a systematic daily routine - cleaning and feeding schedule for animals.
- Maintain animal enclosures, fences, houses and water systems.
- Monitoring animals accordingly regarding their health and interaction with the public.
- Develop improvements to facilities and additions to the animal section at Old Down Country Estate.
- To be involved in animal presentation and interacting with the public, birthday parties and school parties.
- Assist in developing an agreed breeding schedule to increase stock where required.

**Experience/qualifications**: a minimum Level 3 in Animal Care is required or comparable experience.

Working hours are 40-45 per week dependent on time of year and will include weekends on rotation.

**Salary**: £9.50-£11.00 per hour

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £9.50-£11.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Animal Care/Keeper: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person