Trainee Keeper Job Description and Person ... - Marwell Zoo
Trainee Keeper Job Description and Person ... - Marwell Zoo
Trainee Keeper Job Description and Person ... - Marwell Zoo
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<strong>Trainee</strong> <strong>Keeper</strong><br />
<strong>Job</strong> <strong>Description</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Person</strong> Specification<br />
<strong>Marwell</strong> Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity<br />
<strong>and</strong> other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of<br />
Hampshire is home to over 250 exotic <strong>and</strong> endangered species in beautiful<br />
l<strong>and</strong>scaped surroundings. If you share our passion for conservation, education,<br />
research, welfare <strong>and</strong> sustainability then apply to join our talented team.<br />
<strong>Job</strong> <strong>Description</strong><br />
<strong>Job</strong> title<br />
Grade G4<br />
Salary<br />
<strong>Trainee</strong> keeper<br />
Available on request<br />
Hours 40 hours per week on a rota working 10 from 14 days<br />
Location <strong>Marwell</strong> Wildlife, Colden Common, Hampshire<br />
Reports to Section Manager<br />
Role purpose • Caring for animals under section manager’s supervision<br />
• Ensuring animal houses are maintained to specified st<strong>and</strong>ards<br />
• Supporting <strong>Marwell</strong> Wildlife charitable objectives<br />
Key internal<br />
contacts<br />
Key<br />
accountabilities<br />
• Section manager<br />
• Assistant section manager<br />
• Other members of section team<br />
• To ensure high st<strong>and</strong>ards of animal welfare are maintained at all<br />
times<br />
• To ensure the husb<strong>and</strong>ry routines <strong>and</strong> general health of the<br />
animals are maintained to a high st<strong>and</strong>ard<br />
• To check the health <strong>and</strong> well-being of animals on the section <strong>and</strong><br />
promptly report <strong>and</strong> record any changes observed<br />
• Ensure any concerns relating to the animals or facilities are<br />
directed to your line manager immediately<br />
• Adhere to <strong>Marwell</strong>’s health <strong>and</strong> safety policy <strong>and</strong> procedures<br />
• To ensure that all equipment held on section is used <strong>and</strong><br />
maintained in accordance with relevant instruction<br />
• To ensure that all equipment that you use is kept in good working<br />
order, is well maintained <strong>and</strong> stored suitably<br />
• Ensure presentable appearance at all times<br />
• Interact <strong>and</strong> share experience with visitors <strong>and</strong> guests<br />
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<strong>Person</strong> Specification<br />
• Embody <strong>Marwell</strong> br<strong>and</strong> values<br />
• Commitment towards training opportunities provided by <strong>Marwell</strong><br />
including completion of the Advanced National Certificate in<br />
Management of <strong>Zoo</strong> Animals (ANCMZA)<br />
• To undertake any other duties deemed reasonable by your<br />
section manager<br />
Qualifications • 5 GCSEs (pass) or equivalent<br />
Experience • Interest <strong>and</strong> commitment to animal welfare <strong>and</strong> conservation<br />
• Evidence of basic animal husb<strong>and</strong>ry<br />
• Experience in the husb<strong>and</strong>ry of outlined species<br />
Skills <strong>and</strong><br />
abilities<br />
• Ability to use initiative<br />
• To be able to demonstrate common sense<br />
• Good verbal communication skills<br />
• Ability to work in a team<br />
• Punctuality<br />
• Able to prioritise<br />
• Basic numeracy <strong>and</strong> written communication skills<br />
Other • Full driving licence valid for the UK<br />
• Enthusiasm for the role <strong>and</strong> <strong>Marwell</strong> Wildlife’s mission <strong>and</strong> vision<br />
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