Animal Keeper - Foot Safari
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Position Overview & Specifications
Woburn Safari Park
Bedfordshire Closing date for applications is: 26th Feb 2023 Contact: Kara Ward (Kara.Ward@woburn.co.uk)Sector: Animal Care
Type: Paid
Contract type: Part-time
Salary: Competitive
Animal Keeper – fixed term- Foot Safari
The Animal Encounters department is currently recruiting for a reliable, confident team member to join the animal team on a fixed term zero hour contract.
The successful applicant should be:- Passionate about animal welfare & conservation
- Highly motivated
- Flexible
- Committed to Woburn Safari Park’s high standards
Applicants will be working with a variety of species including birds, small mammals, primates, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Due to the wide variety of species on this large and busy department, candidates must have previous practical experience of working with a range of animals, preferably in a zoological setting. You must also be 18 years of age to work with the animals.
As this is a customer facing role, the right candidate will have demonstrable:- presentation skills
- customer services skills
- passion for education and conservation
- excellent communication skills
- effective negotiation skills
- efficient problem solving abilities
Applicants will need to be flexible to work 5 days per week including peak times such as weekends and bank holidays to meet the needs of the business.
Working as part of the successful animal department you will also be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for both yourself and the visitors by adhering to associated risk assessments and protocols without exception.
Due to our remote location, you will need your own transport.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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