Experienced Animal Keeper

All Things Wild
- Worcestershire**Contact**:
**Sector**:

- Animal Care**Type**:

- Paid**Contract type**:

- Full-time**Salary**:

- £23000-£25000**Experienced Animal **Keeper**

All Things Wild is a thriving and successful family attraction based on the edge of the Cotswold’s, situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the country and easily accessible from a number of major cities.

The keepers work 5 days a week including bank holidays and weekends. The successful applicant must have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion for the natural world and conservation. A good eye for detail and high standards for animal husbandry are a must.

**Key Responsibilities**
- To ensure the day to day running of the zoo goes smoothly.
- Participating in breeding programs and supporting conservation initiatives to contribute to the preservation of endangered species.
- Day to day husbandry of the animals in the zoo including feeding, cleaning, training and record keeping.
- To ensure the highest standard of animal welfare is being adhered to.
- To be competent delivering talks and experiences to members of the public.
- Working effectively alongside a small team of keepers and volunteers.
- To ensure records and other relevant documents are kept up to date.

**Key skills and requirements**
- Have a minimum of 3 years working with a range of animals within a zoological environment.
- DMZAA or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Firearms License preferred.
- Must have a can-do attitude.
- Strong verbal communication skills and good customer care skills
- Confident in delivering animal presentations and talks to our visitors, and educational sessions to school groups.
- An excellent timekeeper.
- Work well individually and as part of a team.
- The ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
- Due to the location, a full UK driving license is required.