Experienced Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
Join to apply for the Experienced Animal Keeper role at British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Hertfordshire ZooClosing date for applications is: 7th Dec 2025 Contact: Lisa Pressland (Lisa.Pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Full-time Salary: £24,603.15-£25,288.25 PA Are you an experienced animal keeper looking to work with an exciting variety of Taxa? This permanent opportunity at Hertfordshire Zoo (formerly Paradise Wildlife Park) offers the chance to join a passionate, professional team delivering high standards of animal care and visitor engagement. If you’re enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Primary Duties And Responsibilities Include Carrying out and enforcing high standards of welfare and animal husbandry routines (feeding, cleaning, enrichment provision) across all five sections of the zoo: Paddocks & Farm, Primates & Small Mammals, Birds, Ectotherms & Cats (this position has future scope for the Keeper to focus on certain taxa, dependant on their experience/focus). Maintaining trained behaviours as specified by Section Leader/Deputy Delivering high-standard visitor experiences, including Keeper Talks and Animal Experiences Recording observations and maintaining accurate animal records Supervising and working alongside volunteers and work experience students Enclosure maintenance and checks Supporting general site maintenance and visitor services when required Other duties to support effective and efficient running of the site, including Fire Marshall, First Aid, Company vehicle driver and general site cleaning Requirements (Essential) An animal science/management-related qualification (preferably Level 3 or above) Minimum 2 years full-time experience in a zoological collection Excellent communication skills (both 1-1 and public speaking) and a great team player Excellent proven record-keeping skills Adaptable for a flexible rota, physically fit for the demands of this role and happy working outside in all weathers Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (as HZ is not accessible by public transport) In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must have existing rights to reside and work in the UK. Job Details Full-time, permanent position; 08.00-17.00 April-Sept, 08.00-16.30 Oct-March; average of 5 days per week worked on a 3-week rolling rota (subject to change depending on the needs of the business) Salary range £24,603.15-£25,288.25 PA based on an average 37.5 hour working week 28 days PA paid annual leave Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme Staff discounts and other benefits, including free access to UK and European zoos and collections, regular team gatherings and celebrations, and a company Conservation Award (giving team members the chance to travel together to one of our supported global conservation project partners) Apply For This Job To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating what makes you a suitable candidate to lisa.pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com using “Cover Keeper” as the subject. Closing Date: Sunday 7th December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Experienced Animal Keeper
4 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full time £28,000 - £40,000 per yearSt Andrews AquariumScotlandClosing date for applications is: 5th Dec 2025Contact: Rachel Gordon ) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Full-time Salary: £28'000St Andrews Aquarium is seeking askilled and passionate Animal Keeperwith experience across terrestrial and aquatic species to join our dedicated Animal Care Team.You'll be working closely...
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Animal Keeper
1 week ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full timeSparsholt College GroupHampshireClosing date for applications is: 9th Nov 2025Contact: Human Resources ) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Full-time Salary: Up to £24,243Animal Keeper – Animal Health Welfare and Research Centre – Companion animalsAre you passionate about the care and wellbeing of small mammals? Do you thrive in a hands-on...
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Greater London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full timeA leading zoo association in the UK is seeking an Experienced Animal Keeper to provide high standards of animal care at Hertfordshire Zoo. The role involves managing animal husbandry routines, visitor engagements, and supervising staff. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in animal science and a minimum of 2 years' experience in a zoological...
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Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
London SE AW, United Kingdom Capel Manor College Full time £20,000 - £35,000 per yearAbout The Role and PersonAn exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint an Animal Keeper (Maternity) to join our animal management team.The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day routine care of the College's animal stock including cleaning out of accommodation, provision of feed, water, bedding,...
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Animal Keeper Apprentice
1 week ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full time £27,550 per yearGolders Hill Park ZooSouth EastClosing date for applications is: 8th Dec 2025Contact: Laura Botelho ) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Full-time Salary: £27,550The roleThe role of the apprentice animal keeper is to assist the team to ensure high levels of animal welfare and husbandry are maintained at all times across Golders Hill...
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Animal Keeper Apprentice
3 days ago
City Of London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full timeAnimal Keeper Apprentice Golders Hill Park Zoo, South East England Closing date for applications: 8th Dec 2025 Contact: Laura Botelho (Laura.Botelho@cityoflondon.gov.uk) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract, Full-time Salary: £27,550 The role The role of the apprentice animal keeper is to assist the team to ensure high levels of animal welfare and...
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Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
City Of London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full timeJob Title Animal Keeper & Grounds Assistant Company British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Location Clonfert Farm, Ireland Employment Type Full-time Paid Contract Salary 29,500 Closing Date 28th Nov 2025 Seniority Level Entry level Contact Mark Finn - mark@clonfertpetfarm.com Responsibilities Manage the welfare of domestic and exotic...
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Apprentice Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom The City Of London Full time**An exciting opportunity has arisen for a level 3 apprentice animal keeper to join the Golders Hill Park Zoo Team.** About Us Golders Hill Park Zoo is a small zoo based in Northwest London, managed by the City of London Corporation, and forms part of Hampstead Heath. We are home to a mix of species including Scottish Wildcats, Ring-tailed Lemurs, Red...
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Animal Keeper Apprentice
5 days ago
London, United Kingdom The City Of London Full timeJob Description- - Job Alerts Link- - **Job Title**:Animal Keeper Apprentice- - **Posting Start Date**:10/11/2025- - **_Please complete the attached supporting statement explaining why you are a good fit for the role. If you have a CV which details relevant previous experience you may attach this in addition to the supporting statement. If you do not have a...
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Maternity Cover, Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Full time £25,792 - £30,000 per yearNoah's Ark Zoo FarmSouth WestClosing date for applications is: 26th Nov 2025Contact: Kayla Seagrave ) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Full-time Salary: Level 1 Keeper £12.40 per hour (£25,792.00 per annum).Noah's Ark Zoo Farm has an opening to join our committed team of animal keepers on a full-time basis covering Maternity leave on our Farm...
