Wildlife Keeper

3 days ago


Atherstone, Warwickshire, United Kingdom BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Full time
About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Animal Keeper to join our team at Twycross Zoo. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the care and well-being of our animals, ensuring that they receive the best possible care and attention.

The successful candidate will possess a BSc (or equivalent experience) in an animal or conservation-related subject and have extensive knowledge of relevant taxa, including their physiology, natural behaviors, and management practices in zoos. You will also have experience working with category one species in a zoo environment and be IT competent in MS Office and ZIMS.

As part of our team, you will be committed to delivering high-quality animal care and contributing to our mission of inspiring visitors to support biodiversity conservation. In return, we offer a competitive salary of £24,000, 31 days annual leave, life assurance, company sick pay, access to 'Perkbox', and other benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Twycross Zoo and be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about animal care and conservation. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is dedicated to delivering high-quality results, we would love to hear from you.

Salary: £24,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: Life assurance, company sick pay, access to 'Perkbox', staff membership card, complimentary zoo ticket allowance, discounts in gift shop and food outlets, star of the month award scheme, employee assistance services



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