Animal Welfare and Science Technician at Coastland College
About Your Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Animal Welfare and Science Technician to join our team. The Animal Welfare and Science department are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and self‑motivated candidate who has a passion for animal welfare and supporting the development of students in a college environment.
The ideal candidate will be confident in the welfare, husbandry and handling of a range of animals, from small mammals and reptiles to livestock and equids. They will have a calm working approach, be able to multi‑task and have the ability to ‘think on their feet’.
During term time, our Animal Welfare and Science technicians work very closely with a range of students in the department, so an ability and willingness to work with medium/large groups is key to this role. Successful candidates will be encouraged to complete the Level 3 teacher training qualification to support their delivery to students.
Important Bit
Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.
Please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information about the role and what it’s like to be part of our team.
Contact Us
For an informal chat or to find out more about this role, please contact Wayne Clarke on 01305 215000, option 1 extension 1115.
What We Offer
* Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro‑rota for part‑time roles) increasing by one additional day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of continuous service
* Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter
* Generous Pension Scheme through either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) / Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) depending on your role
* Access to Care First – our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
* Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
* Family friendly policies
* A person‑centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
* Free on‑site parking
* Free on‑site gym
* Employee discounts at on‑site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre
* Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling and a trained team of Mental Health First Aiders
About Us
Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester. As a newly united organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry‑standard facilities.
We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming. With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region.
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