Job Title
Zoo Keeper (Hoofstock)
Wage/Salary (£/$/€)
£25,000
Closing date for applications:
25-Sep-2024
Collection Name
Chessington World of Adventures
Website
Work Address
Chessington KT9 2NE, UK
Job Description
Here at Chessington World of Adventures we are recruiting for a Zoo Keeper to join our Hoofstock team!
The successful candidate will work alongside the rest of the Hoofstock Team and take an active role in the day-to-day running of the collection including delivery of the highest standards of animal husbandry required for species such as zebra, giraffe, rhino and a number of domestic species such as donkey, goat and sheep.
Other duties will include planning, evaluating and executing environmental enrichment for the animals under your care and delivering first-class and memorable experiences to our guests through educational talks and experiences.
You will also be required to use positive reinforcement to train a different species for a variety husbandry behaviours.
You will be part of a team that creates the most stimulating environment possible – for both animals and guests. You will ensure the health and safety of yourself, colleagues and our guests is your number one priority at all times. And since we’re big on conservation, education and research, you’ll have a big part to play in that too!
You will be keen to support other areas within our Zoo, which will in turn benefit your own personal development.
Qualifications & Experience
Our ideal candidate will have completed an animal-based qualification, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working in a Zoo environment or equivalent. You will be a clear and confident speaker, able to engage with the public, delivering fun and educational presentations and more importantly an alert listener, willing to learn and develop. You will have passion and excitement for your chosen field, with a keen drive to develop your career as an animal keeper.
Working Hours
Not provided
Job Type
Full time
Staff Benefits
An annual salary of £25,000
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
Company bonus
Private pension scheme
40% discount online off LEGO
25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Plus, many more…
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