Overview

Based at Banham Zoo

About the role

The successful candidate will perform all duties to ensure the smooth running of the allocated animal section to optimise the quality of animal welfare and visitor experience in support of ZSEAs’ vision and mission.

• No prior zoo or animal husbandry experience for the post of apprentice is required as full in-house training will be given, although candidates will be expected to demonstrate a keen interest in zoo animal husbandry.
• Hours: Full time position and is expected to last approximately 16 months. A driving licence is preferred but not essential.
• Salary £4.30 per hour and then minimum wage after the first 12 months depending upon age.

The apprentice vacancy is government funded and due to this there is strict eligibility criteria, applicants with level 2, 3 or degree level animal care qualifications are not eligible to apply as government funding is not available for people with such qualifications.

Applications are only invited from those aged 18 and over due to restrictions under the Young People at Work regulations. Please note – There is no accommodation offered with this position.

About us:

Unless specifically mentioned this position is full time however we will consider, flexible working hours which will include weekends, bank holidays and occasional evenings.

If you would like an opportunity to join our fantastic team, please download an application form from our website and then send it with a covering email explaining which role you are applying for and at which site and why you would be a suitable candidate for this position to:

HR mailbox: hr@zsea.org

Closing date for applications is 20th June 2021. Emails sent after this date will not be considered and due to the expected volume of applicants, unfortunately, we will not be able to advise if they were unsuccessful or provide feedback on their applications.

ZSEA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer.