Carnivore Keeper

About the Role Position: Carnivore Keeper Employer: British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Location: Wingham Wildlife Park, South East. Contract: Paid full‑time, 40 hours per week. Salary: £26,436.80 per annum. Closing Date: 31 December 2025. Key Responsibilities Day‑to‑day husbandry of carnivore and related species, including diet preparation, observations, enrichment, and positive reinforcement training. Observing and noting animal behaviour and health, maintaining accurate records. Ensuring strict adherence to safe working practices. Cleaning and maintaining exhibits and designated areas. Requirements & Skills Experience working in a zoo setting with category 1 species. Strong communication skills: ability to speak one‑to‑one and deliver public talks to large audiences. Team player, also capable of working independently. Self‑motivated, proactive, with initiative and a desire to expand knowledge of the animal collection. Excellent time‑keeping and organisational skills. Practical animal husbandry skills. Valid UK driving licence or reliable access to transport. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Benefits Permanent contract. 28 days holiday, including bank holidays. In‑house training plus access to external workshops, conferences, symposia and online courses. Free staff parking. Free entrance to the park on days off, plus 5 complimentary day tickets per year. Uniform provided. 30 % staff food discount. 40 % staff drinks & snacks discount. 20 % animal experiences discount. 10 % gift shop discount. Application Process Send applications to Mr Matthew Jay at headkeeper@winghamwildlifepark.co.uk. Include a covering letter, CV and a list of all species you have worked with. Reference the role with the email title "CARNIVORE". Applications only accepted via email; other channels will be disregarded. All successful candidates will be contacted by email to arrange an interview, which will include a practical element and a formal interview. Applications will close early at the first instance of sufficient applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr