Junior Animal Technician

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Agenda Life Sciences Full time

Agenda Life Sciences, the largest provider of Animal Technicians within the Life Science sector, are working in collaboration with the University of Cambridge, best known for their pioneering work which has led to major improvements in people's lives.

We are currently seeking a Junior Animal Technician. This position would ideally suit someone who has a passion for the welfare of animals whilst contributing to advancements in the research industry. This vacancy will provide an exceptional opportunity for someone wanting to develop in this field.

Your primary duties will include:

  • Carry out daily welfare checks
  • Provide adequate supplies of food, water, bedding, and consumables for animals as required
  • Ensure cages and enclosures are cleaned in accordance with the work instructions and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness
  • Provide animals with environmental enrichment
  • Keep accurate records
  • Be responsible for personal and colleagues' Health and Safety by observing company and legislative guidelines and safe working practices

Skills required:

  • Animal Care Qualification Level 2 or higher is essential
  • Minimum of 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualifications including Maths, English and Science are advantageous
  • Practical experience caring for animals in a work or voluntary capacity, and a genuine interest in the care of animals
  • Ability to carry out routine tasks and procedures under instruction and organise own daily tasks
  • Practical experience caring for animals in a work or voluntary capacity is essential along with an eye for detail
  • Ability to follow key animal care protocols to ensure the welfare of all animals within the research facility
  • Have a versatile working attitude

Benefits:

  • Auto enrolment into our pension scheme into which the company will contribute 5%
  • Birthday day off
  • Health care scheme giving you the benefit of reduced or free medical attention
  • 28 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays – increasing with length of service

Salary: £22,631

As an Animal Technician, you will be responsible for providing a high standard of service and expected to follow key animal care protocols to ensure the welfare of all animals within the research facility.

This position is ideal for someone with an ambitious nature, looking to add to the continued growth of Agenda and be a part of our successful team. With 24-hour support, you can be safe in the knowledge that Agenda take care of your needs at every step of your new career.

Agenda and its clients only who are passionate about animal care and welfare, people with integrity who are honest and trustworthy and who have a great work ethic. To enable us to hire the very best people, we will conduct a comprehensive background and pre-employment screening, an essential part of Agenda's recruitment process.

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