Overview

The Wildheart Trust is a young charity currently in a period of exciting change. We have big goals for the future, and some incredible ground-breaking projects underway. A vacancy has arisen within our Wildheart Animal Sanctuary animal care team, which will provide someone with a rare opportunity to join us during this time.

We are looking for one full time Animal Carer to join our team early in the new year. This is a permanent position (subject to a probationary period) working a 5-day week. A varied interest in primates, carnivores, small mammals, and reptiles is essential. Previous experience preferred but will consider recently qualified applicants.

Animal Carers are responsible for maintaining high standards of husbandry and care for the animals assigned to them. They are expected to follow set husbandry standards and be involved in all aspects of care for the animals including enrichment, training, weighing of the animals along with their normal welfare duties. Excellent communication skills are required in order to contribute towards our education and experience programmes. A full job description is available here.

A current driving license will be an advantage.

If you are interested in being considered, please send a CV and covering letter to Katy Hurd by email recruitment@wildheartanimalsanctuary.org explaining, with tangible examples, why you are the perfect candidate for this position.

Applications to be received by midnight on 7th December 2021

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.