Paignton Zoo, one of the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity has an exciting opportunity for a keeper to join our Birds team on a fixed term basis. You will be responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of a large and diverse collection of birds, focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record keeping and ensuring that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards. You will have at least 2 years of prior experience working with bird species in a zoological collection or similar establishment, preferably working with a wide variety of taxa.  You will have a broad knowledge of husbandry practices and how they are implemented and be reliable with good time-keeping and attendance. This is a fixed term position until 30th September 2021 worki